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Read MoreEver feel like you need to get something off your chest? Sometimes I’ve just gotta talk it out. That’s why I’ve decided to do a monthly feature called “Thoughts On…” At the beginning of the month, I’ll provide a prompt to stimulate discussion. The point is to get us to put our thoughts out there…
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I am a little miffed that half the menu at Sons of Thunder is not yet available. I don’t think they should have opened if they weren’t ready to be full service. The Burgers, Chicken, and Fries sections of the menu are all listed as “coming soon.” But I can’t let that taint my thoughts…
Read MoreMy beau is not in love with fish, so when I make it, I try to do something to give it a little extra pizzazz. This time, I mixed up a quick dill dijon sauce. Basically, just mix two parts mayo to one part dijon mustard. Add a squeeze of lemon and handful of fresh dill,…
Read MoreIt’s been forever since I’ve posted a “Monday Reads” feature. I’m soooooorry. But we’re back! I hope you find these articles interesting! The power of suggestion and charm of a chef can get diners to eat sub-par food. Just in time for Thanksgiving, here’s how those foods you know and love became traditional for the…
Read MoreEver feel like you need to get something off your chest? Sometimes I’ve just gotta talk it out. That’s why I’ve decided to do a monthly feature called “Thoughts On…” At the beginning of the month, I’ll provide a prompt to stimulate discussion. The point is to get us to put our thoughts out there…
Read MoreI decided to have Wine Wednesday last night and now I’ve got Headache Thursday. But in less than a week I’ll be home so nothing can bring me down! I discovered this spiced labneh at Murray’s and love it as a dip for veggies. Over the weekend, Albert and I attended one of the New…
Read MoreEvery once in a while I give a gift and can see that the recipient is truly thrilled to have gotten it. It’s one of the best feelings ever – like, “I won!” It’s not always easy to buy the perfect present so I’ve assembled some themed gift guides to help you out. I love White Elephant parties! In case…
Read MoreSometimes you’re just stumped when it comes to picking a bar/restaurant/activity. When you’re drawing a blank of where to go and what to do, hopefully my themed roundups will serve as a helpful guide. New Yorkers are used to touristy visitors, the ones who want to see the typical sites (I’m lookin at you, Times…
Read MoreQuality Eats opened on Tuesday and at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, I called to make a reservation for Friday…only to find out that they were already completely booked. “We got some really good press,” the hostess said over the phone. I’ll say. People also knew what I did: that a restaurant with the same great…
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“Sweet & Sour” is my version of that dinner table game where every guest says what the best and worst parts of the day were. As we head into the weekend, I think it’s important to get the bad stuff off your chest and remember the positives as a silver lining and energizing factor. When the…
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Peaches to Apples 