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Tarry Lodge, New Haven, CT

Tarry Lodge seemed like a good place to meet friends for a birthday celebration. After all it's the positively reviewed new Mario Batali – Joe Bastianich place and I'm a fan of many of their NYC places including Casa Mono and Del Posto. I thought we couldn’t miss. Our waiter was very attentive, but then disappeared. We tried to order wine from three servers — as each had stopped by to see whether we needed anything — before we got a bottle. We chose the wine that was pushed— Toscana La Mozza Morellino di Scansano 2013 ($38) —as it seemed easier to just do so at this point. Their kale [...]

By |2017-08-31T15:40:18-04:00August 20th, 2015|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Chuao Chocolatier Cinnamon Cereal Smooch & Strawberry Waffle Wild Bars

Chuao Chocolatier handcrafted milk chocolate bars introduced two new cereal bars — Cinnamon Cereal Smooch made with all natural cinnamon toast cereal and Strawberry Waffle Wild, made with real strawberries and waffle pieces — made with ethically sourced cacao. The bars contain no hydrogenated fats. Each half bar (1.4-ounce serving) contains 210 calories, 7 grams saturated fat of (10 to 13 grams total) and 19 to 20 grams sugar.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00August 19th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Capital Cocina y Cafe, Bogotá, Cundinamarca, Colombia

Wandering the cobblestone streets of bustling Bogotá, it may be easy to overlook the tiny restaurant Capital Cocina. Located in La Candelaria, a vibrant and historic neighborhood filled with hostels, university students, bars and street art, this restaurant serves one of the best steaks I've ever eaten -- and for a huge bargain. Upon returning the second night, the waiter recognized us and brought over a crispy baked potato chip appetizer with creamy dill yogurt and a spicy red pepper purée for dipping. The main event, the steak entree (Filete de Res: 26,000 pesos/ $10.24) is a hearty portion, perfectly tender and cuts with a butter knife -- no steak knife necessary! That night [...]

By |2017-10-24T07:30:22-04:00August 15th, 2015|Bites from the Road, USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Earthbound Farm’s Classic Salad Kits

Earthbound Farm's introduced organic Classic Salad Kits that provide two and a half to three servings per kit. The kale Caesar includes baby kale, red and green cabbage shredded carrots, roasted sunflower seeds, aged Parmesan cheese, crunchy multi-grain croutons and a spicy lite Ceaser dressing. The sun-washed Mediterranean includes spinach, arugula and radicchio, sun dried tomatoes, crunchy roasted chickpeas, feta cheese and a Greek dressing with sun-dried tomatoes and olives. The garden party is composed of a spring mix and Asian greens, dried blueberries and cranberries, feta cheese and a raspberry-balsamic vinaigrette. Each 2-cup serving contains 130 to 170 calories, 1.5 to 3 grams saturated fat (of 6 to 12 [...]

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00August 14th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Good Cooking 3-Piece Ceramic Sushi Knife Set

Good Cooking 3-Piece Ceramic Sushi Knife Set includes a sushi knife, santoku knife, nakiri knife and wooden carrying case. The knives feature ergonomic handles, quality food grade ceramic that will not rust or stain. Since it is non-porous it prevents bacterial growth.  

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00August 11th, 2015|Just For Fun, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Honey Maid Birthday Cake Teddy Grahams

Honey Maid introduced Birthday Cake Teddy Grahams with colorful sprinkles. These teddy-shaped cookies, made without high fructose corn syrup, provide 8 grams of whole grains per serving or 15% of the recommended daily value for children. Each 24-piece serving contains 140 calories, 1 gram saturated fat (of 4.5 grams total) and 7 grams sugar.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00August 7th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Ventuno, Nantucket, Massachusetts

After a day of riding bikes and enjoying the surf at Nantucket’s Cisco Beach, we dined at Ventuno, a romantic and deliciously executed Italian restaurant that sets the bar high for culinary island dining. We sat in a cozy corner inside the grand colonial with moss green paneling, antique fireplaces and real burning candles on the table, a missed atmosphere gem that I rarely see anymore. Try the rombo di lenza, a large sweet-flavored halibut served with lavender edible flowers, capers, marinated white cauliflower, juicy currants and pine nuts that add a great crunchy texture, all under a base of green spinach and yellow cauliflower purees ($37). The halibut was [...]

By |2017-08-31T16:19:05-04:00August 6th, 2015|USA Restaurants, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Back to the Roots Organic Breakfast Toppers

Back to the Roots introduced Organic Breakfast Toppers to customize your favorite cereal, oatmeal or yogurt on the go. Each variety is made with three ingredients: one fruit, seed and nut. The toppers are USDA organic, non-GMO and 100% USA grown, packaged in 100% recyclable resealable steel cans. Each 3-tablespoon serving contains 80 to 100 calories, 0 to 1.5 grams fat saturated (of 2 to 4 grams total), 2 to 3 grams protein and 2 to 6 grams sugar.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00August 3rd, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Evo Oil Sprayer

Fill Evo Oil Sprayer with your favorite oil, then use to oil a pot/pan or to spray food directly.Each spray dispenses only 1.35 milliliters of oil per trigger pull. The bottle is top rack dishwasher safe butthe sprayer should be hand washed. The material uses is 100 percent recyclable, BPA, Latex and DEHP free.    

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00July 31st, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Earthbound Farms Deep Green Blends

Earthbound Farms Deep Green Blends introduced two varieties Kale Italia, a mix of baby kale, arugula and radicchio and the Half & Half: baby spinach and arugula. These USDA organic certified greens are packaged in sustainable resealable containers made from 100 percent post consumer recycled bottles. Each 2-cup serving contains 20 to 30 calories, 2 grams protein and an excellent source of vitamins A and  C.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00July 29th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Pauly Saal, Mitte, Berlin, Germany

While visiting Berlin earlier this year, I made a late lunch reservation at the 1-star Pauly Saal, a restaurant that I had both read and heard about. My expectations were high.With a Michelin star, I expected both impeccable service and remarkable food. I was seated outside in the restaurant garden at a white cloth-covered table under a giant umbrella. My choices included either the 3-course prix-fixe lunch for a reasonable 49 Euros (~$55) or a la carte. The 34 Euro 2-course option that I had read about and had seen on their website was not available. I selected my courses, asking my server to recommend German wine pairings. Oddly there were [...]

By |2017-09-01T15:27:40-04:00July 28th, 2015|World Restaurants, World Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Good Cooking Auto Vacuum Food Storage Canister and Food Dome

Good Cooking Auto Vacuum Food Storage Canister and Food Dome provide optimal shelf life by vacuuming out the air with the touch of a button, and automatically resealing whenever air gets in. The containers are BPA free and battery operated.   - bonnie: These battery-operated vacuum storage units worked like a dream for the first month, then hissed constantly attempting to auto-reseal. I've already put them in the recycling bin. Not worth the investment.  BonnieBOTB Follow @BonnieBOTB  

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00July 15th, 2015|Just For Fun, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Wild Hibiscus Flower Company Floral Extract Cocktail Concentrate

Wild Hibiscus Flower Company introduced all natural Floral Extract Cocktail Concentrates that contain no alcohol, additives preservatives, artificial coloring or flavoring. A dash of the floral extract adds a subtle sweetness and transforms clear liquid into pink with the rose+ hibiscus, bright red with the hibiscus flower and blue to purple to pink depending on the acidity of the beverage with the b'Lure. Each 2 to 3 dropper fulls contain 8 calories and 1.8 grams sugar. - bonnie: Fun to use in white wine or champagne! Follow @BonnieBOTB  

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00July 13th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Earthbound Farm’s Deep Green Blends: Kale Italia and Half & Half: Baby Spinach & Arugula

Earthbound Farm's introduced two USDA organic deep green blends, packaged in clamshell containers. There is a Kale Italia Deep Green Blends (a mix of baby kale, arugula and radicchio) and a blend of Baby Spinach & Arugula Half & Half. Each 2-cup serving contains 20 to 30 calories, 2 grams protein and an excellent source of vitamin A and vitamin C.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00July 12th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|4 Comments
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Garden Lites Veggie Bites

Garden Lites Veggie Bites are all natural pre-made, gluten free, dairy free and Kosher certified snacks. To eat, microwave  for one minute or heat in the oven for 15 minutes. One 3-bite serving has 130 to 170 calories, 0.5 gram saturated fat (of 1.5 to 5 grams total), 390 to 410 milligrams sodium, 5 to 11 grams protein and 2 grams fiber,  and is an excellent source of vitamin A.

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00July 7th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|1 Comment
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Ocean Mist Farms Season & Steam

Ocean Mist Farms Season & Steam ready-to-cook Brussel and kale sprouts are packaged in a microwaveable, resealable bag that allows users to pre-season the contents before steaming. Each 4-sprout serving contains 35 calories, 3 grams protein and an excellent source of vitamin C. bonnie - This is some exciting new technology that I'm sure will soon be copied, where you can open the bag, season it as you wish, reseal it and microwave!  Follow @BonnieBOTB  

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00July 6th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|1 Comment
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Ready Pac Hemp Salads

Ready Pac introduced two new salads containing hemp seeds, rich in omega 3 fatty acids. The varieties are Hemp Caesar Salad Kit and the Jamaican Style Jerk Hemp Seed Salad Bistro Bowl. Each 2 cups of Hemp Caesar Salad contains 130 calories, 1.5 grams saturated fat (of 11 grams total), and 3 grams protein, and is an excellent source of vitamins A, C and  K. Each 6.75-ounce container of Jamaican Jerk Hemp Salad contains 160 calories, 0 grams saturated fat (of 3.5 grams total), 10 grams protein, and is an excellent source of vitamin A.  

By |2017-08-31T13:59:56-04:00July 5th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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Decopas Argentinian Wine

I was intrigued by the name of this estate-bottled wine with whimsical cartoon-style labels from Mendoza, Argentina. I learned that “Decopas?" when asked as a question loosely translates to “A glass?” The pale golden colored and crisp Sauvignon Blanc has a citrusy aroma with a light mineral finish. It's good on its own, with seafood or salads or to complement spicy foods. The dry medium-bodied red Malbec has peppery red fruit nose and soft tannins. This smooth wine, pairs with cheese, or grilled or cured meats. At the $12 a bottle price, they're both perfect for summer picnics or alfresco dining.

By |2017-09-01T14:49:14-04:00June 29th, 2015|Food & Drinks, xyz misc|0 Comments
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San Francisco Street Food Festival

San Francisco Street Food Festival (SFSFF) — the Bay Area’s annual celebration of local food and drink, community, and entrepreneurship —  announced the dates for the seventh annual festival on August 15 and 16, 2015. The 2015 SFSFF is moving to the Dogpatch and historic Pier 70, a Forest City Project, to accommodate the festival’s growing popularity and fan base. In 2014, the festival welcomed 50,000 guests, while featuring over 80 local vendors. This year’s event is projected to be even bigger, especially that this year’s event will be two days instead of one. For more information on the festival, click here. - Guest contributor

By |2017-08-31T16:21:58-04:00June 27th, 2015|USA Travel, xyz misc|0 Comments
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