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Chobani Oats Ancient Grains

Chobani introduced ancient grains with yogurt  in two varieties mixed berries and apricot. The ancient grains in the Greek yogurt includes a blend of oats, quinoa, buckwheat, amaranth and chia. Each 5.3-ounce serving has 170 to 180 calories, 1.5 grams saturated fat (of 3 grams total), 3 grams fiber, 16 grams sugar and 10 grams protein.   - bonnie: This container of Greek yogurt is packed with whole grains (1o grams, actually) in addition to the fiber and extra protein, making it a good-for-you satiating snack. I'm a berry lover, but liked the apricot even better. Follow @BonnieBOTB  

By |2017-08-31T14:00:00-04:00March 5th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Josh Cellars Wines

As a Sauvignon Blanc devotee, I opened that bottle that Josh Cellars sent to me first to try. The wine is made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc sourced throughout Sonoma country. I found it bright, clean and citrusy with a hint of stone fruits. I liked that it is not as grapefruity as other SBs. Only $13.99. Their Cabernet Sauvignon ($14.99) is rich with dark berry notes, made from both Cabernet Sauvignon (90%) and Merlot (10%) grapes source from throughout California wine growing regions.  There's only a hint of the oak from the wine's 10 months in new French oak casks. I like that. I'd recommend either of these approachable wines for [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:07-04:00March 4th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Solun Tapas Bar, Woodbridge, CT

I recommend a visit to the happy hour at Solun Tapas Bar in Woodbridge. They offer flavorful tapas ($5 each), decent wines ($4 per glass) with extra friendly service in the bar area from 3:30 to 6:30 pm. I had taken a break from packing to meet some friends before I moved from Connecticut to New York City. We sipped the wild berry peppery Spanish Dacu Tempranillo, while nibbling a number of tapas. I'd recommend the fresh guacamole with tri-colored chips, the tortilla española (layered sliced potato, onion and egg omelette topped with a chipotle aioli) and the cazuelita de invierno (an assortment of veggies and beans in tomato sauce). [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:40:18-04:00March 1st, 2015|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Sartori Reserve Citrus Ginger BellaVitano

Sartori Reserve Citrus Ginger BellaVitano cheese is hand rubbed with a blend of spices that include ginger, onion, garlic, red bell pepper and citrus. One ounce contains 120 calories, 5 grams saturated fat (of 10 grams total), 165 milligrams sodium and 7 grams protein.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:00-04:00February 28th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Heinz Tomato Ketchup Blend with Sriracha Flavor

Heinz introduces Tomato Ketchup Blended with Sriracha Flavor. This version infused with chili peppers and garlic flavors. Each tablespoon contains 20 calories, 160 milligrams sodium and 4 grams sugar.   - bonnie  - Being a Heinz Tomato Ketchup Blended with Real Jalapeño fan, I looked forward to sampling this new Sriracha version.  The former gets its wonderful kick from dehydrated jalapeño peppers; sadly this new one has paprika extract not the chili peppers paste that give sriracha it's character. Follow @BonnieBOTB  

By |2017-08-31T14:00:00-04:00February 26th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Davidson’s Safest Choice Eggs

Davidson's Safest Choice are eggs that have been pasteurized to eliminate the risk of salmonella without changing the nutrition content or flavor. The egg are sourced from vegetarian-fed hens that are hormone and antibiotic free and also kosher certified. One egg contains 70 calories, 1.5 grams saturated fat (of 4.5 total), 6 grams protein, 37 milligrams omega-3 and 700 milligrams omega-6.   - bonnie: If you're worried about eating raw or runny eggs, these are the ones for you. I learned that Darden restaurants (Season 52, Olive Garden, The Capital Grille, etc) uses them. Follow @BonnieBOTB  

By |2017-08-31T14:00:00-04:00February 24th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|2 Comments
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Bruno DiFabio Opens Amore Cucina & Bar, Stamford, CT

Numerous awards, 11 restaurants and several Food Network gigs later, Bruno DiFabio opened Amore Cucina & Bar, the second oldest restaurant in Stamford (921 Hope Street). The six-time World Pizza Champion, restaurateur, and Food Network judge came home to the neighborhood where he made his first pizza dough. Amore Cucina & Bar offers classic Italian fare to pay homage to its predecessors. The restaurant features Bruno’s popular Pizza Romana, a square pie that uses the “Poolish” dough method of a 72-hour fermentation process that's cooked in a gas-fired brick floor oven. Varieties include the award-winning West Side (spicy salami, green olives, tomato, mozzarella and passata). The wood-fired oven offers the [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:08-04:00February 20th, 2015|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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David Burke’s Primehouse (Chicago) Introduces New Lunch Program

Under the guidance of newly appointed Executive Chef Dino Tsaknis, David Burke’s Primehouse at The James Chicago Hotel (616 North Rush at Ontario St.) is offering an updated lunch program called Prime Spot at Primehouse. Over 15 new items have been added to the menu including many shareable dishes such as charcuterie board ($21), plus a thin Burker($13) and porchetta sandwich ($14). Primehouse favorites —  40-day dry aged prime steak burger and 55-day dry aged rib-eye — will still be offered. For information call 312-660-6000 or click here. - Guest submission  

By |2017-08-31T15:37:30-04:00February 18th, 2015|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Honey Bunches of Oats Whole Grain Honey Crunch

Honey Bunches of Oats introduced two new Whole Grain Honey Crunch cereal featuring crispy whole grain flakes and granola clusters that each contains 4 grams of fiber per serving. A one-cup serving contains 22o calories, no saturated fat (of 3 grams total), 4 grams of protein and is an excellent source of iron, B vitamins, vitamin A and zinc.

By |2017-08-31T14:00:00-04:00February 17th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Masterbuilt Electric Digital Smokehouse

If you were to associate cooking with a form of art, the act of smoking food would fall under the scope of impressionism. With the addition of wood-fueled smoke, the color and structure of the original form of food is changed, creating a new harmonic experience different than that of the original. If that’s too artsy of explanation, try this: smoking food infuses flavor more easily and consistently than any other form of cooking; and it’s f’ing delicious. Smoking purists may balk at that statement; but, with the introduction of the digital smoker, the 5am wake-up call to stoke the fire is all but history. The Masterbuilt Digital Electric Smoker, [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:08-04:00February 15th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Saffron Road Korean Style Taco

Saffron Road's new Korean Style Tacos come frozen in two varieties — chicken and tofu —  packed into an organic corn tortilla with vegetables and home made slaw, and topped with a complimenting Korean sauce. The tacos are halalp and gluten free- certified. One taco contains 210 to 230 calories, 1.5 grams saturated fat (of 8 to 12 grams total fat), 470 to 500 milligrams sodium and 5 to 9 grams protein.     - bonnie: I expected lots more flavor from these bland tacos. After microwaving, the taco shell falls apart and is too soggy to eat. Not up to Saffron Road's usual quality. Follow @BonnieBOTB    

By |2017-08-31T14:00:00-04:00February 12th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Darien Taste of the Town in February

Darien Taste of the Town offers a week-long celebration of Darien’s thriving restaurant scene with prix fixe menus and special offers from the area’s favorite restaurants from Thursday February 19 through Thursday, February 26, 2015. Center Street Public House, Estia's American, Meatball & Co. and Rory's offer lunch for $12.14; dinner for $18.14. The others participating restaurants are offering a prix fixe lunch for $20.14; dinner $30.14; those include: Bodega Taco Bar Cesco’s Trattoria Coromandel Darien Social Green & Tonic Lobster Craft Palmwich Scena Wine Bar & Restaurant The Goose The Waters Edge at Giovanni's Prices exclude tax and gratuity. For additional details and updates, click here. - Guest contributor

By |2017-08-31T16:19:08-04:00February 10th, 2015|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Peanut Hottie

Peanut Hottie instant powder combined with water creates a hot peanut butter beverage that is made with real peanuts. It contains no artificial flavors.  Making an approximately 6-ounce drink from about 5 teaspoons of the mix provides 83 calories, no saturated fat (of 1.5 grams total), 120 milligrams sodium and 12 grams sugar.  

By |2017-08-31T14:00:00-04:00February 9th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Claire’s Corner Copia, New Haven

My dear friend Claire Criscuolo called one weekend morning when I was packing to move asking me to meet downtown New Haven at her eponymous vegetarian restaurant — now in its 39th year — for breakfast. How could I resist? Lucky me and two other of Claire's girlfriends as we sampled lots of her organic, vegetarian, homemade breakfast offerings. I selected my favorite huevos rancheros ($11.50) that included organic eggs, corn chips, housemade refried pinto beans, caramelized onions and guacamole — that Claire said is made fresh twice a day. And of course salsa, made from her recipe that hasn't changed since she opened! Claire wanted their whole-grain vegan pancakes (three [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:40:18-04:00January 29th, 2015|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Lyttelton Truffle Menu, Stafford Hotel, London

Tucked into London’s upscale St. James neighbourhood, The Stafford London hotel (16-18 Saint James's Place) is featuring a truffle tasting menu at its Lyttelton restaurant through Thursday, February 19th for £85 (~$125) per person. Executive Chef Carlos Martinez delivers a menu that compliments the luxurious comfort of this five-star, history rich hotel as he continues his quest for a Michelin Star. Named after former residents Lady and Lord Lyttelton, the restaurant is decorated with the understated elegance embodied by the aristocratic family’s best known descendent, Princess Diana. We started with cocktails from the equally historic American Bar and proceeded to tuck in to the amuse bouche of mushroom jelly and [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:08-04:00January 28th, 2015|Bites from the Road, USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Nibblr Snack Box

Nibblr is a subscription snack box that is delivered to your home or office. Each snack box contains four portions that come individually sealed with 78 options to choose from with over 55 of them under 150 calories. The many varieties of snacks range from 17 grams per serving size (1-package) containing 80 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 3 grams total fat) and 190 milligrams sodium to 24 grams per serving (1-package) to contain 180 calories, 2 grams saturated fat (of 12 grams total fat) and 115 milligrams sodium. Olivia Ostunio, Bite of the Rest intern: The portion-conscious snacks make it convenient to consume on the go. My favorite [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:00:00-04:00January 24th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Carnevale at Tommaso’s, Bay Ridge, Brookyn

The celebration of Carnevale at Tommaso’s (1464 86th Street) in Brooklyn continues it's 42nd year of tradition. The festival celebration — from Friday, February 6th through Fat Tuesday February 17 —  features a  food, wine and music from a troupe of classically trained singers, who perform Italian arias, folk songs and Broadway standards. The feast begins with a parade of 15 hot and cold antipasti — many prepared only for Carnevale — and continues with a choice of pasta and entrée, followed by coffee and dessert. The fee is $45 to $60, depending upon the day. For information visit their website or call for reservations call 718-236-9883. - Guest submission [...]

By |2017-08-31T14:10:59-04:00January 22nd, 2015|Rambling, xyz misc|0 Comments
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