Tasserts, in Florham Park, opened its doors in 2003. Not a derivative of ‘desserts’, Tasserts is a combination of ‘Natassia’, the chef’s daughter, and ‘Robert’, his father, the unassuming restaurant in a suburban strip mall, is a Morris County gem that shines bright. The room is trendy, a bit retro and comfortable with [...]
Blue Pepper is a very intimate space near the popular Leidseplein in Amsterdam. The restaurant is away from the touristy places, but within close proximity to the nightlife and fun of Leidseplein. First, the service at Blue Pepper is impeccable. Our server was very well-versed about the menu and the ingredients and had [...]
This spreadable meat dish is similar to pâté but with more texture. Cretons are a very typical eastern Canada dish served at breakfast time on toasted bread. Cretons are sometimes also served on a cheese platter. Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork 1 lb ground veal 2 onions finely minced 2 tbsp chicken bouillon granules 1 [...]
For those of you who don’t live in Manhattan and aren’t familiar with the city’s neighborhoods, Hell’s Kitchen is, yes it’s a cliché, a truly unique place. Located in the general vicinity of 9th Avenue and the 40s, it’s eclectic, nutty and foodie haven. For locals, it’s worth revisiting Hell’s Kitchen if you haven’t been [...]
I attended Wine Twits’ Spit & Twit event last week at City Winery in New York City. The launch event for this concept was very well-attended and featured over 100 wines from around the world. Steve and his team from Wine Twits really did a great job putting this event together. The concept is simple: [...]
This wine personifies Russian River Pinot Noir. The 2007 Signaterra Pinot Noir shows a perfect marriage of fruit and spice, soft tannins and velvety mouthfeel. Price: Around $50
I attended Wine Twits’ Spit & Twit event last week at City Winery in New York City. The launch event for this concept was very well-attended and featured over 100 wines from around the world. While I enjoyed some pretty great wines and met fabulous folks in the wine trade, I especially enjoyed the two [...]
The 2004 The Dead Arm Shiraz was one of the top five wines I tasted at a recent event featuring over 100 wines. This fabulous full-bodied wine offers a beautiful dark purple color that’s impossible to resist. This Shiraz explodes in the mouth with bold blackberry, peppery spice flavors, and although still young it’s pleasantly [...]
At the urging of some of my fellow Twitter foodie pals, I brunched at Perilla while in Greenwich Village last week. The uncluttered small space, with 18 tables, is inviting and feels cozy immediately upon entering. The wait staff is young and energetic and aims to please without overwhelming guests. Our wait person also served [...]
Time Warner Center’s Restaurant and Bar Collection Presents We Are Sweet On You WHAT: In celebration of the lighting of “Holiday Under The Stars,” Time Warner Center kicks-off the holiday season with a very special dessert tasting event, “We Are Sweet On You.” Enjoy a world of fine desserts and delectable treats from their esteemed restaurant collection. [...]
