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FOODACTS: A New Play at The Lion Theatre

Jeux de Mots trans.WORDPLAY presents FOODACTS a new play at the Lion Theatre (410 West 42nd Street) conceived and directed by Barbara Bosch with only 16 performances, February 6-24, 2013. FOODACTS is a culinary stage adventure that explores our primal connections to food and its power to unite. Through an entertaining encounter with established novels, colorful poetry, historic essays, personal letters and other literary works by Langston Hughes, Proust, Homer, and Dickens, among others, FOODACTS serves up the joys of food and eating. It goes beyond the mere palate, revealing how human beings relate to and obsess over food from as far back as The Bible to today. Barbara Bosch [...]

By |2017-09-01T15:03:15-04:00January 27th, 2013|Other happenings, Theatre, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Jugo Lounge Debuts at Kristabelli Restaurant

Kristabelli restaurant in the heart of Midtown, is debuted Juga, an upscale lounge offering an intimate and chic retreat for the nightlife crowds. Juga, which translates to ‘drinking house’ in Korean, occupies the second floor of Kristabelli and boasts its own menu of small bites and hand-crafted cocktails, as well as a private,  karaoke room. Juga  is a perfect venue for private events, post-work drinks, or a night on the town with friends. The space, along with the adjoining karoke room, has become a go-to spot for A-list celebrities and socialites to let loose, with clientele including Academy Award winner Leornardo DiCaprio, Guns and Roses drummer Matt Sorum, Supermodel Erin [...]

By |2017-08-20T13:01:48-04:00January 23rd, 2013|NYC Restaurant Reviews|0 Comments
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Flutes & Frites at Chicago’s Atwood Cafe

Atwood Café, a downtown American bistro, is now serving “Flutes & Frites” every Monday from 5 pm until close. For $10.00 per person, a fizzy flute will be accompanied by a trio of specialty fries and dipping sauces created by Executive Chef Derek Simcik. In addition to bubbles, patrons can expect to see (and taste) lots of sea salt, parmesan and aioli. The Atwood Café is located adjacent to Kimpton’s Hotel Burnham, at 1 W. Washington Street, Chicago; 312-368-1900  For more information click here.

By |2017-08-31T15:37:31-04:00January 18th, 2013|USA Travel, xyz misc|1 Comment
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Qi Thai Grill opens In Williamsburg, Brooklyn

QI Thai Grill — which just opened in Williamsburg — serves up many dishes inspired by the authentic street food stalls of Thailand with menus designed by chefs Pichet Ong and Sripraphai. A four-foot Ganesha (elephant-headed Thai deity) atop a four-sided waterfall serves as the center piece of this renovated 4000-square foot warehouse. It's a combination of artisan crafted wood and contemporary details. The two-tiered, 200-seat eatery will feature a live DJ at night. In addition to a full classic Thai menu, the restaurant offers up a Kin Lehnn (small plates) selection, ideal for sharing or simply experiencing a wide scope of tastes. Top Chef Just Desserts judge Pichet Ong [...]

By |2017-08-20T13:01:48-04:00January 15th, 2013|NYC Restaurant Reviews|0 Comments
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Pillsbury Bake-Off Open for Entries

Put on your best apron and compete to win nearly $1.1 million in cash, prizes and trips, including a $1 million Grand Prize! The always-classic Pillsbury Bake-Off Contest is redesigned and now open for entries at www.BakeOff.com. Contest finals will take place November 10-12, 2013, at the Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. What’s new? • For the first time, America will vote to determine all 100 finalists to compete for the Grand Prize at the Bake-Off Contest finals. • To encourage simpler, original recipes, submissions must include no more than seven ingredients and take 30 minutes or less to prepare, not including baking or cooling time. • The [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:28-04:00January 12th, 2013|Other happenings, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Win A Wilton Ultimate Cupcake Prize Package

Everything’s Coming Up Cupcakes! This cupcake assortment from Wilton is so sweet it’ll make you smile. The 12-cup cupcake pan has a specially designed insert that helps you easily create a two-toned colorful surprise inside your cupcake. Make those cupcakes burst with color using Batter Bits. A cupcake is not complete without a colorful, bright baking cup. The new Double Ruffle ColorCups – foil lined baking cups — are designed to keep colors bright and fun after baking. Use Wilton Scoop-It Batter Spoons to fill jumbo, standard or mini baking cup with the perfect amount of batter every time. For more cupcake decorating ideas, Wilton has included its newest publication, [...]

By |2013-02-01T11:15:55-05:00January 1st, 2013|Done Deals|259 Comments
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Holiday Menu at Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood

Make Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood your home away from home for the holidays! Chef Anthony Keene from Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood   has curated an enticing three-course feast that brings to life the tradition and spirit of Christmas. The festive menu includes, among other items, Roasted Chestnut Soup, Tuna Carpaccio, Liberty Farms Duck Breast, Butter Poached Lobster, Roasted Organic Turkey with Chestnut Stuffing, Bûche de Noel, and Eggnog Crème Brûlé! Christmas Eve reservations from 5:00pm – 10:00pm;  Christmas Day reservations from 11:30am – 10:00pm at $95 per person. For additional information, click here. Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood Hotel 1020 N. San Vicente [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:38:23-04:00December 22nd, 2012|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation Lemon Ball

Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer (ALSF) will host the Seventh Annual Lemon Ball, presented by Volvo & the Toys“R”Us Children’s Fund with support from CIGNA, on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 6:30pm at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 1201 Market Street. The Lemon Ball is an evening of cocktails, dinner, raffle provided by Govberg Jewelers, silent and live auctions and entertainment bringing together supporters of the Foundation’s mission – a cure for all kids with cancer. Liz and Jay Scott, the parents of the late Alex Scott, will co-chair the gala with Mary Stengel Austen and Peter Austen. Mary Stengel Austen serves on the Board of Directors for the [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:05:48-04:00December 19th, 2012|Foodie Interviews, USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Organic Avenue Pops Up On Broadway

Organic Avenue has officially opened a new pop-up boutique at 1701 Broadway on the west side of the street between West 53rd and 54th Streets. Organic Avenue’s newest boutique is located next to the Late Night With David Letterman studio. The 1,000-square-foot space will remain open through May 2013. The pop-up boutique will offer Organic Avenue’s full selection of cold-pressed juices and organic, vegan food items complimented by snacks and private label supplements. Recent new offerings — including cold-pressed, fair-trade coffee, Gingerbread Latte and LOVE*nog. A special cleanse titled LOVE*POP54 will be available to customers in-store only – a one-day, all-juice cleanse that floods the body with pure nutrition ($56). [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:11:00-04:00December 17th, 2012|Other happenings, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Bistro Latino Opens in Greenwich, CT

Chef Rafael Palomino just opened Bistro Latino, a new restaurant in Greenwich, CT. It is a contemporary restaurant, bar and event space, framed by dark wood flooring and wine rack panels throughout, located in the former Greenwich Tavern restaurant, which had been Chef Palomino’s American restaurant since 2010. The chef now returns back to his Latin roots, transforming the space into a convivial respite, offering authentic Spanish cuisine bathed in Chef Palomino’s picante style, resulting in a truly original cuisine utilizing only the best ingredients. The restaurant is open 7 days – lunch and dinner and Sunday brunch. For more information, click here. Bistro Latino 1392 East Putnam Avenue Greenwich, [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:40:23-04:00December 13th, 2012|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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90+ Cellars Holiday Wine Essentials

90+ Cellars takes the stress out of choosing wine for your holiday table with its new Holiday Wine Essentials. They curated six wines for the season from a sparkling Prosecco to a rich Cabernet Sauvignon. Retailing at $60 (price per state may vary), the six-pack comes with four easy recipes that pair with each bottle in the box. Perfect as a gift or to use while entertaining friends and family, the Holiday Wine Essentials is the ideal survival pack for any joyful gathering. 90+ Cellars is a limited collection of wine sourced from elite vineyards all over the world with a history of producing wines with gold medals, best buy [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:29-04:00December 12th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|1 Comment
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Small Plates at Gordon Ramsay at The London, West Hollywood

Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood has unveiled a menu exclusively focused on sharable small plates. The menu, created by Chef Anthony Keene, remains dedicated to contemporary Western European cuisine with subtle Asian influences, reinterpreting the award-winning recipes of Gordon Ramsay. Complementing its more accessible à la carte menu will be a less formal approach to service, redesigned uniforms and a more upbeat social atmosphere. The restaurant is open daily for dinner from 6:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. For additional information, click here. Gordon Ramsay at The London West Hollywood Hotel 1020 N. San Vicente Blvd. West Hollywood, CA (310)358-7788 - guest contributor

By |2017-09-01T15:04:18-04:00December 8th, 2012|USA Restaurants, USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Win Cedar Springs Nature Veal, Cedar Springs Lamb

Impress guests at your holiday table by serving Cedar Springs lamb or veal from Mountain States Rosen. Both are raised in the US by a family of ranchers and growers dedicated to their land, their animals and their trade. As the only national U.S. producer-owned and -operated, vertically integrated lamb and veal company,  Mountain States Rosen maintains control, from feed to processing to delivery, enabling this U.S. farm co-op to provide the safest, highest quality lamb and veal – free from harmful additives or residues. Cedar Springs Nature Veal is the preferred choice of many 5-star chefs across the country as it is fork-tender and velvety. This veal is naturally [...]

By |2012-12-17T14:11:20-05:00November 28th, 2012|Done Deals|63 Comments
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Meatfest November 15, Mesa, AZ

Il Vinaio Restaurant, in its tradition of serving its guests an extensive array of cuisine seldom seen on local menus, continues with the 4th Annual Meatfest to be held Thursday November 15, 2012 at the restaurant 270 West Main Street, Mesa, AZ. The menu includes a variety of fowl, seafood and meats complimented with several side dishes. The meal is All You Can Eat and Dine In only, for only $48 per person,  including a glass of wine or pint of beer.  The Meatfest will include Ostrich Medallions Bernaise, Live Crawfish Boil, Slow Roasted Duck Legs, Grilled Kangaroo Brats, Braised Short Ribs, Garlic Snow Crab Clusters, and Herb Roasted Prime [...]

By |2017-09-01T15:04:49-04:00November 13th, 2012|USA Restaurants, USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Pizza Rustica Introduces the Skinny Pizza

This month, Pizza Rustica — headquartered in South Beach, Florida —  introduced skinny pizza, its newest creation. It's personal size margarita pizza made with fresh buffalo mozzarella, plum tomato sauce and fresh basil on a light, thin crust that is only 390 calories. In addition to this lower calorie pizza, Rustica also serves gluten free and whole wheat crusts for their  fresh pizza, along with huge salads and panini sandwiches. Pizza Rustica is best known for serving authentic “pizza a taglio” (by the slice) popular on the streets of Rome. Its iconic pizza counter displays large pans of delicious rectangular pizzas with fresh, toppings.    

By |2017-09-01T15:05:32-04:00November 10th, 2012|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse’s Forty-Six Diamonds 2009 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Fleming’s has a new boutique private label wine – Forty-Six Diamonds 2009 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Forty-Six Diamonds 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon will be available in each of Fleming’s 64 restaurants across the U.S. starting November 1. This limited edition premium boutique wine is produced exclusively with Hall’s estate grown grapes from its vineyards in Napa Valley. Quantities are extremely limited and prior allotments have sold out quickly. The wine is a Bordeaux-style blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Petit Verdot, sourced from the Hardester Ranch Vineyard in Napa’s Pope Valley, with 12% each of Merlot and Syrah come from Hall’s Napa River Ranch Vineyard. Beginning with the 2004 vintage, [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:08:46-04:00October 30th, 2012|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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NoMa Social, New Rochelle

NoMa Social (One Radisson Plaza, New Rochelle, 914-576-4141) has recently received numerous awards including "Best of Westchester 2012," "New and Noteworthy 2012" by Zagat, "Best Wood Oven Pizza" by Journal News in June 2012, "One of Westchester's 50 Hot Spots" by Westchester Magazine in May 2012, and "Top 5 New Comers" by Journal News in August 2012. And a recent New York Times  review called their Farm Egg in Purgatory "deliriously good."  The restaurant is currently celebrating it's six month anniversary.    

By |2017-08-31T16:19:30-04:00October 28th, 2012|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Lidia Bastianich at Port Jeff Station in November

Celebrity Chef Lidia Bastianich will appear  at Uncle Giuseppe’s in Port Jefferson Station on Wednesday November 14, 2012 at 5:30pm to sign copies of her new book, Lidia’s Favorite Recipes: 100 Foolproof Italian Dishes, from Basic Sauces to Irresistible Entrees. The store, at 1108 Route 112, is the largest of Uncle Giuseppe’s five locations and will accommodate Lidia fans on a “first come first serve” basis for this event. Lidia’s line of sauces and pasta will also be available, as well as gift baskets comprised of her products and pre-signed books that will be promoted as holiday gifts for Lidia fans and “foodies.” Lidia Bastianich is a loved TV chef, [...]

By |2017-09-04T19:52:56-04:00October 26th, 2012|Foodie Interviews|0 Comments
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Curry Club at Jones Wood Foundry

The Curry Club, dedicated to the exploration of the myriad iterations of the pungently spiced dish, will debut at Jones Wood Foundry, 401 E. 76th Street, New York on Monday, November 5 and continue on throughout the month, specifically on November 12, 19 and 26.  Each evening will feature a curry, along with the special Indian beers and wines, throughout Jones Wood Foundry’s normal dinner service, 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. Jason Hicks, chef/ co-owner of the Upper East Side food-driven pub, and Saira Malhotra, food writer on the Indian food scene, will partner to present New York City a uniquely British experience each Monday night in November with a different [...]

By |2017-09-01T15:06:05-04:00October 25th, 2012|NYC Restaurant Reviews, Other happenings, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Lower East Side Pickle Day

DayLife presents Lower East Side Pickle Day will take place on Sunday, October 28 from 12 - 5pm on Orchard Street from East Houston to Delancey Streets in New York's Lower East Side. The picklers will be selling their brine-soaked delicacies. Orchard Street, which will be covered in AstroTurf,   will have  30+ food and fashion vendors selling their goods and goodies all  from modern-day pushcarts. The event will also include entertainment and activities, including  face painting, balloon animals, belly and ballroom dancing and instruction, a costume contest and a home pickling competition. - Guest submission

By |2017-08-31T14:11:01-04:00October 21st, 2012|Rambling, xyz misc|0 Comments
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