The date was on my calendar for weeks! On May 18th 2017, Westport Farmers’ Market launched its new season. And just like opening day each year, the market was packed with notable farmers, food and drink vendors, chefs, foodies, media…. and me! 🙂 I wouldn’t … Continue Reading ››
Old Is Still Gold!
The weather is warming up and I am looking forward to summer! To me, summer is all about warm sun, cool beaches, chilled drinks, BBQ meats and seafood…. LOTS of seafood! Ah! Is there anything better than a hot buttered lobster roll? For many summers past, I … Continue Reading ››
Molecular Gastronomy Bonanza!
“Molecular Gastronomy blends physics and chemistry to transform the tastes and textures of food. The result? New and innovative dining experiences.” (a quote from http://www.molecularrecipes.com/molecular-gastronomy/)
If you are a fan of molecular gastronomy there are a few names you must already know: Ferran Adriå, Continue Reading ››
A Party In The Mouth – Vietnamese Style!
Hot, warm, cool, crisp, tender, crunchy, soft, spicy, sweet, sour, salty… Mmmmm! It’s not everyday that all these textures, flavors and temperatures come together in one bite, and every subsequent bite, to create a fabulous party in the mouth. A Vietnamese banh mi is a perfect example … Continue Reading ››
Perfect Saturday Morning
It was a beautiful spring morning. I was dressed and out of the house by 9:15 am. Time was of the essence. So, I took the short and scenic drive to my destination. Opened the door and walked in to analyze the situation.
Silence … Continue Reading ››
Omakase With Less Talk More Eat
I have been DYING to tell you about a neat place in New York offering a $50, 30 minute,12 piece omakase experience that is bound to get stamped in your memory as one of the coolest dining experiences the city has to offer!
This unbelievably efficient, … Continue Reading ››
Delicious Food & Genuine Warmth @ Present Company
Connecticut is blessed with tons of gems in the form of farms offering nature’s rich bounty and the many talented chefs who skillfully celebrate those bountiful ingredients in their cooking. I am sure you can imagine how much pleasure it gives me when I tell the world (through my blog) … Continue Reading ››
Seventh Annual Greenwich Wine+Food Festival!
Well! It’s official! The dates for Connecticut’s most anticipated and my most favorite foodie festival have been announced!
I have watched this festival get bigger, better, classier and tastier 🙂 over the years. And if last 6 years are anything to go by, this … Continue Reading ››
Want Some Korean Banchan?
Let’s start with, “what on earth is Banchan"?! It is a Korean, family-style of eating where you have a bunch of small dishes (meats, fish, vegetables) centered around a bowl of cooked rice. Kimchi, of course, is at the table to join the party….always!
There are … Continue Reading ››
Discovering The Latest Food Trends
It is always a thrill to visit the International Restaurant & Food Service Show In New York. In three action packed days one can get a comprehensive idea of exciting food and beverage trends about to hit the market. Although, I have to admit that, I can only take … Continue Reading ››