Montclair Food and Wine Festival

The Montclair Food and Wine Festival will take place on Saturday, June 1 through Sunday, June 2 at the Woman's Club of Upper Montclair (200 Cooper Avenue, Montclair, NJ). On Saturday from 6:00 - 10:00pm guest will participate in the Grand Tasting, sampling culinary offerings from many of the state's finest restaurants along with an eight-foot raw bar provided by FIN. Gary's Wine and Marketplace will be providing wines and spirits from around the world. The Gala Dinner will be held on Sunday from 5:00 - 10:00pm with a wine pairing dinner prepared by numerous chefs. Tickets range from $95 to $165  are available online.

By |2017-09-01T15:00:21-04:00May 8th, 2013|USA, xyz misc|0 Comments

Bodega Taco Bar Celebrates Cinco de Mayo

Bodega Taco Bar gears up for a Cinco de Mayo celebration weekend at their two Connecticut locations, 1700 Post Road, Fairfield and 980 Post Road, Darien. On Saturday May 4, from 12pm-12am and continuing Sunday May 5, 12pm to 8pm, the indoor / outdoor festivities include Bodega’s signature fare, tequila tastings, cocktail specials, live music and dancing. Sunday afternoon offers a mariachi band and a “guacamole slapping” demonstration that the whole family will enjoy. In addition, you can enjoy many of Bodega’s signature dishes, as well as a Pig Roast, and their first ever taco eating contest! - guest contributor

By |2017-09-01T15:00:41-04:00May 1st, 2013|USA, USA Restaurants, xyz misc|1 Comment

Kapalua Wine and Food Festival

The 32nd Annual Kapalua Wine and Food Festival will be held at the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, Maui June 6 - 9, 2013. There will be a Sparkling Wines & Cheese Tasting seminar, Festival Golf Tournament, Celebrity Chief Cooking Demonstrations/Lunch, and much more! Culinary seminars will feature wine-makers, chefs and culinary stars. You may participate in one or more of these events or buy a 4-Day Festival Pass. The passes range from $650 to $750. The individual events range from $40 to $150 each. For more information or to purchase tickets, click here.

By |2017-09-01T15:00:53-04:00April 27th, 2013|USA, xyz misc|1 Comment

New Haven Restaurant Week

Once again showcasing the city’s array of remarkable culinary talents, New Haven will host the 10th installment of the popular bi-annual New Haven Restaurant Week presented by Bank of America from April 21 – 26, 2013. Patrons can whet their palates with a variety of mouth-watering menu options from 29 of the city’s most sought-after restaurants. Participating restaurants will offer three-course prix fixe menus for both lunch ($18) and dinner ($32) comprised of an appetizer, entrée and dessert. Prices do not include beverage, tax or gratuity (some restrictions apply). Advance reservations are recommended. Park New Haven is offering parking at the Temple Street Garage or Crown Street Garage for a [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:40:21-04:00April 17th, 2013|USA Restaurants, USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments

Walmart Steak-Over Challenge: Atlanta

On Saturday, April 20, local Atlanta firefighters Danny Pinto and Jeff Schultz compete in the Walmart Steak-Over Challenge to determine who has the best steak-grilling chops in town. Attendees will have the chance to join in the festivities, taste Walmart USDA Choice Premium steaks, sample Dr. Pepper and A.1. steak sauce, and cast their vote for best steak. The even, which runs from 11am - 4pm is free at the Walmart on 1550 Scenic Highway N, Snellville, GA. Grilling begins at noon with the winner announced at 2 p.m. For more info, click here.  

By |2017-08-31T14:08:45-04:00April 14th, 2013|USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments

Spring Lamb Dinner at elm restaurant with Craft Butchery of Westport

Enjoy a five-course feast of head-to-toe cooking at elm restaurant with a celebration of spring lamb on Thursday, April 18th at elm restaurant,  73 Elm Street, New Canaan, CT 0684; 203-920-4994. Local Butcher and owner of Westport’s Craft Butcher, Ryan Fibiger, will discuss the many characteristics, history and values of all his locally spring lamb and other quality meats, along with the menu and wine pairing For additional information, click here. - guest contributor

By |2017-09-01T15:01:06-04:00April 13th, 2013|USA, USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments

Sonoma County Restaurant Week March 2013

Sonoma County Restaurant Week runs from Monday, March 28 to Sunday, March 24, 2013,  featuring participating restaurants with three-course prix-fixe dinner menus at $19, $29, and $39. Prices are per person and do not include beverage, tax, or gratuity. For additional information or to see a full listing or participating restaurants and their menus, click here. -guest contributor

By |2017-08-31T16:21:59-04:00March 23rd, 2013|USA Restaurants, USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments

Rita’s Italian Ice Free Ice Give-Away, March 20

Rita’s Italian Ice will be celebrating the First Day of Spring on March 20th by giving-away free Ice. Rita’s Italian Ice, is the nation’s largest Italian Ice concept now with over 625 outlets in 19 states. With its motto, “Ice, Custard, Happiness,”  Rita’s traditional Italian Ice is a smooth treat made with real fruit available in over 60 flavors. On March 20th, guests can choose from the popular flavors including cherry, Alex’s lemonade, mango, Swedish fish, Florida orange and island fusion to receive a free cup of ice. For a location nearest you, click here.   - guest contributor

By |2017-09-01T15:01:46-04:00March 10th, 2013|USA, USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments

Boston Restaurant Week March 2013

Boston Restaurant Weeks runs from Sunday, March 17 to Friday, March 22, 2013 and Sunday, March 24 to Friday, March 29, 2013, featuring a variety of restaurants offering prix-fixe 2-course lunch for $15.13, 3-course lunch for $20.13, and 3-course dinner for $38.13.   Prices are per person and do not include beverage, tax, or gratuity. For additional information or to see a full listing of participating restaurants and their menus, click here. -guest contributor

By |2017-08-31T14:10:01-04:00March 9th, 2013|USA Restaurants, USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments

Brazi’s Italian Restaurant + “Curse of the Starving Class”

We stopped for a bite at Brazi's on our way to opening night of Curse of the Starving Glass, a work by the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Sam Shepard (who I met ... and school-girl swooned over... at the Kentucky Derby years ago!) and directed by Gordon Edelstein. Knowing we'd be back there after the performance for the opening night party, we nibbled only appetizers. The delicate Eggplant Rollatini (rolled eggplant stuffed with ricotta and topped with marinara sauce, $9.50) was almost a meal in itself with the two hearty portions. We combined that with a variety of grilled veggies ($8.95) that included zucchini, yellow squash, red pepper, eggplant, [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:40:22-04:00February 23rd, 2013|USA Restaurants, USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments

The Addams Family at the Shubert

The 2013/2014 National Tour of the new musical THE ADDAMS FAMILY, based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, will make its New Haven premiere at the Shubert Theater, New Haven, February 1–3, 2013. The four performances — Friday 7:30pm, Saturday 2:00pm & 7:30pm and Sunday 2:00pm — are sponsored by Lexus of New Haven. This magnificently macabre new musical comedy brings the darkly delirious world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Wednesday, Pugsley and, of course, Lurch to spooky and spectacular life. Tickets are now available online at shubert.com, by phone at 800-228-6622 and at the Shubert Box Office (247 College Street, [...]

By |2017-09-04T18:51:52-04:00January 31st, 2013|Theatre, USA Travel|0 Comments

Lenny & Joe’s + January Joiner at Long Wharf

Lenny & Joes's slipped into the space formerly occupied by Leon's (and Rusty Scupper before that) on the water in New Haven around the corner from Long Wharf Theatre. I stopped by this week for a quick dinner before heading to the world premier of Laura Jacqmin's "January Joiner: A Weight Loss Horror Comedy" on Stage II, now through February 10, 2013. Expect the same great seafood and friendly service that you're familiar with from Lenny & Joe's on the shoreline. Don't miss the perfectly seasoned creamy clam chowder (made so with only a splash of milk); it's chock full of clams and potato chunks ($3.95 a cup). Also fabulous [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:40:22-04:00January 19th, 2013|USA Restaurants, USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments

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

California Restaurant Month January 2013

California Restaurant Month runs for the entire month of January, 2013, offering dining promotions that feature gourmet prix-fixe menus with wine pairing opportunities. California Restaurant Month destinations and promotional dates are as follows: Northern California: Berkeley - Berkeley Restaurant Week Jan 15 - 22, 2013 El Dorado County - El Dorado Epicurean Jan 20 - 27, 2013 Manteca –  Manteca Restaurant Week Jan 14 - 20, 2013 Marin County - Marin County Restaurant Month Jan 1 - 31, 2013 Napa Valley - Napa Valley Restaurant Month Jan 1 - 31, 2013 Oakland - Oakland Restaurant Week Jan 18 - 27, 2013 Redding - Redding Dining Days Jan 13 - 26, 2013 Sacramento - Dine Downtown Restaurant Week Jan [...]

By |2017-09-01T15:03:56-04:00December 22nd, 2012|USA Restaurants, USA Travel, xyz misc|1 Comment

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

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

Napa Truffle Festival January 2013

The Napa Truffle Festival takes place from January 18-21, 2013, with a keynote given by Colman Andrews. The event will include a winery tour, lunch, wine dinner and cooking demo.  Lunch, winery tours, and dinners are priced separately $150-$395;  other activities are priced between $25-$40. For more information, please click here.  

By |2017-09-01T15:04:28-04:00December 4th, 2012|USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments

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

Long Wharf Announces Flexible Ticket Plan

Long Wharf Theatre announces a new Passport program in an effort to continue to provide affordable and flexible ticket options. By paying $25 a month — with a three month minimum — you can see a play whenever you like, as many times as you like as you'll have unlimited access to every play at Long Wharf Theatre through the 2012-13 season. A Passport holder can call prior to their desired performance to reserve the best available seat, or simply show up and the Box Office will take care of them. Passport holders will also have free access to post show discussions, Sunday Symposia, Conversations with the Cast, and other [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:40:23-04:00November 6th, 2012|USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments

Miami Grovetoberfest October 2012

Miami Grovetoberfest takes place on Saturday, October 13, 2012 at Peacock Park in Coconut Grove, Florida from 3:00-7:00 p.m. with unlimited beer from around the world. Grovetoberfest will hold a “Miami’s Best Homebrew Contest” presented by BX Beer Depot. The winner’s beer will be available at a local restaurant/bar for the rest of the year. Contest is only open to home brewers. Grovetoberfest will offer by  a  sweepstakes in conjunction with Beer Magazine and Draft that will give one lucky winner and a guest the VIP treatment, including roundtrip airfare, 2-night hotel accommodations at Sonesta Bayfront Hotel Coconut Grove, VIP tickets to the event, a Jet-Ski tour and a Deep-Sea [...]

By |2017-09-01T15:06:30-04:00September 30th, 2012|USA Restaurants, USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments
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