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Locanda Verde, New York City - January 21, 2010
Locanda Verde, an Italian restaurant located in TriBeCa’s Greenwich Hotel, serves rustic seasonal fare. Think warm bistro with small tables, not cloth covered and with the accessible food of chef/owner Andrew Carmellini (from A Voce).
While waiting for my friend …
Casa Mono - January 14, 2010
The first time I attempted to eat at Casa Mono there were three of us. We didn’t want to sit at the counter, which would restrict conversation. And with the wait for a table at least 3 hours — we …
South Gate, Revisited - January 12, 2010
South Gate Revisited…
I couldn’t resist the invitation to return to South Gate for a private dinner to enjoy the new seasonally inspired modern American menu created by Chef Kerry Heffernan. Kerry works closely with farmers, fisherman and ranchers, using …
Landmarc in The Time Warner Building - January 8, 2010
Stopped at Landmarc in the Time Warner Center on a Sunday for brunch as my food-editor friend raved about their eggs poached in red wine. That and the location was exactly where I needed to be after eating those eggs …
Opinionated About Dining Survey Names Top Dining Experiences of 2009 - January 6, 2010
Sun Winefest – Wine and Food Event - January 5, 2010
A New England wine and food event, returns to Mohegan Sun Saturday, January 30th and Sunday, January 31, 2010.
The weekend’s main event is the Grand Tasting, which will be held in the Convention Center from 12:00pm to 5:00pm
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Plaza Food Hall by Todd English - January 1, 2010
Wine-themed Wedding Events - December 29, 2009
$5 Burger Week at David Burke Prime at Foxwoods - December 25, 2009
David Burke Prime at Foxwoods, named “Top Newcomer” in Zagat’s 2009/10 Connecticut Restaurants guide, is offering a special lunchtime $5 burger menu from December 28-31.
Celebrity Chef David Burke and Executive
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Culinary Boot Camp - December 21, 2009
Friends of the Farmer + A Visit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Annex - December 11, 2009
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Avra Estiatorio for Fresh Fish Cooked to Perfection - December 10, 2009
Steak Frites For Burgers and Beer - December 8, 2009
Okay, okay it often does, but I know that juicy sandwich and crispy potatoes are high in fat and cholesterol, so I don’t indulge too often.
I tripped over Steak Frites
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The Diner’s Deck of New York City $10 Gift Certificates - December 3, 2009
No it’s not a magician, trying to do a card trick – instead it’s an ingenious deck of dining cards, each of which is worth $10 off your bill at 52 New York restaurants as
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Abe and Arthur’s, Something’s Amiss - November 19, 2009
Starving after attending Meatpacking Uncorked at Food Network’s New York City Wine & Food Festival, we headed for Abe & Arthur’s right in the area — a new two-level place that had recently opened. We just needed a nibble.
In …
Dallas Edition: John’s Cafe, Just Good Food - November 16, 2009
By Bite of the Best regional correspondent, Stephanie Amsel
John’s slogan is “Just Good Food” – no gimmicks, no pretensions, just an old-fashioned neighborhood family business owned by John Spyropoulus, who never misses a chance to look up from the …
Food Network’s New York City Wine & Food Festival: The Good and the …. - November 9, 2009
The New York City Wine & Food Festival had more events than a person could attend. I know as I tried. Some were fabulous, some good with one having me note on my calendar, “Skip in 2010.”
Chelsea Market After …
New York: Chez Josephine, Good for Pre-Theatre - November 5, 2009
As I walked down 42nd Street toward 9th Avenue it felt so honky-tonk that I tightly clutched my purse as I wondered what I had gotten us into when I recommended Chez Josephine for a pre-theatre dinner.
As a dapper …
New York Edition: Aquagrill For Seafood - November 2, 2009
Aquagrill in SoHo became the choice in looking for a restaurant, walking distance from the Classic Car Club where we went for a Maccallan single malt Scotch tasting with Eden Algie, a brand ambassador.
Our starters included an exceptionally fresh …
Michelin-Star Update 2010 - October 30, 2009
The Bib Gourmand category …
New York Edition: La Palapa Serves Up Antojitos - October 29, 2009
Dinner at La Palapa was a must after meeting chef owner Barbara Sibley at Share’s sixth annual A Second Helping of Life in September and sampling her refreshing Sopa de Aguacate con Cepitas – Chilled Avocado Soup with Spiced Pumpkin …
StarChefs.com New York Rising Stars Tasting Menu – Boston Next - October 26, 2009
StarChefs.com’s 2009 International Chefs Congress ended with a gala tasting high-concept cooking done by the 2009 New York Rising Stars held at the Mandarin Oriental (Columbus Circle). Each dish was paired with ultra-premium wines selected the the Rising Star Sommelier …
Another 50 Best, Another local success - October 23, 2009
Everyone has their idea of what the best are… It doesn’t even matter the subject is, everyone has their own opinions. Give me the top-10 restaurants in your city, now your state, now your country, now the world. Did any …
New York Edition: Casellula, A Theatre District Nibble - October 20, 2009
I’m always on the lookout for a place to get a quick nibble before seeing a Broadway show. Casellula Cheese & Wine Bar on 52nd Street near Ninth Avenue fits that bill.
While perusing the menu, we started with a …
The Bloody Mary, 75 Years Old - October 15, 2009
On October 5th, right after New York City’s mayor, Michael R. Bloomberg declared it Bloody Mary Day, I — and about a hundred others — were invited by Paul Nash ( the general manager of the St. Regis Hotel in …
The Tasting Table agrees with me as to their favorite Corkbuzz dish: the buttery bowl of bucatini with Brussels sprouts and chile oil. They like it with a glass of Trimbach Riesling Reserve with it — which is why they …
Read MoreEven if you don’t watch Mad Men, you’ve heard about the hot series based on life in the ‘60s and Don Draper, it’s lead character. The series is so hot that clothing styles and the cuisine and cocktails of …
Read MoreJust attended a “Destination DC’s 2012 New York Media Reception,” where I met Derek Brown, owner of the Columbia Room in Washington, D.C. He was serving a cocktail, made with Bowmore Single Malt Scotch —that was well blended, not too …
Read MoreChristina Verrelli’s Pumpkin Ravioli with Salted Caramel Whipped Cream was the winner of a million dollars at the Pillsbury Bakeoff last month in Orlando.
Martha Stewart announced all the winners live on her television show broadcast from the Bakeoff. Martha …
Read MoreIn a newsletter I received from Kardea Gourmet recently, I saw this simple recipe for chimichurri — an herb-oil sauce to add flavor to foods used widely in Argentina. Thought I’d share it!
Traditionally it’s used for grilled meats — …
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