Saw this simple recipe in the November 2009 issue of Living and thought it’d be perfect for Thanksgiving and holiday pies, like my maple syrup pie. Ingredients: 2 ounces (4 tbs) butter, softened 3 tbs sugar 1 large egg 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp salt Directions: Stir together butter and sugar in a medium […]
[Continue reading...]Easy, Sure-to-Roll Pie Crust
October 22, 2009 By
This recipe is ‘simple-as-pie’. While it’s tender and flaky, it’s not difficult to roll out. Ingredients: 1 cup butter (2 sticks), chilled & cut into tablespoon-size pieces 1/3 cup water, chilled 3 tbs sugar 3 cups flour Directions: Combine the sugar and the flour in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle […]
[Continue reading...]Bali by the Sea – Pleasant Hawaiian Grub
October 21, 2009 By
Located at the Hilton Hawaiian Village, Bali by the Sea is an inviting, warm space. First, definitely try to secure a table right off the ocean on the wall of open floor-to-ceiling windows. Sitting and dining at one of these tables provides a unique dining experience in true Aloha spirit. The menu isn’t unpredictable, but […]
[Continue reading...]Finest Steaks in New York City? Absolutely at Keens
October 20, 2009 By
Keens Steakhouse, dating back to 1885, is an icon in the New York restaurant scene and a premier steakhouse. Whether for lunch or dinner, there’s not a bad meal to be had at Keens. The staff, from initial greeter to hostess to waiters, is top notch. As soon as diners walk through the doors, they […]
[Continue reading...]St Supery Wine TweetUp Fun at Gary’s Wine
October 15, 2009 By
Last night, I had the pleasure of attending the second stop of the St Supery East Coast Tweet Up Tour at Gary’s Wine in Wayne, NJ. The event provided wine enthusiasts the opportunity to sample St Supery’s line of popular wines and to meet Social Media Guru, Rick Bakas. The venue for the event, the […]
[Continue reading...]Miso-Marinated Black Cod From “Nobu: The Cookbook”
October 13, 2009 By
For those of you who’ve been fortunate enough to dine at Nobu: you’re welcome for this recipe! For those of you who haven’t: enjoy! Ingredients: ¾ cup Mirin ½ cup Sake 2 cups White miso paste 1 cup Sugar 4 Black cod fillets, ½ lb. each 4 Hajikami stalks Directions: Bring mirin and sake to […]
[Continue reading...]No-Fail Hard-Boiled Eggs
October 12, 2009 By
The holidays are right around the corner and as you get ready for those much-loved deviled eggs, learn how to make hard boiled eggs that won’t disappoint AND won’t feature a grayish ring around the yolk. Place room-temperature eggs in a saucepan. Cover with cold water so there’s about 1-inch of water above the eggs. […]
[Continue reading...]Quick and Easy Pan Fried Smashed Potatoes
October 11, 2009 By
These pan-fried new potatoes are so quick and easy to make that you can served them any night of the week. This recipe works well with leftover potatoes that have been refrigerated. Ingredients: 8 small red-skinned new potatoes, boiled until just tender – about 10 minutes 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp butter 1 tsp […]
[Continue reading...]Locanda Verde – Italian Food Perfection
October 11, 2009 By
Outstanding – one word to describe the 5-month old Italian taverna in Robert DeNiro’s boutique hotel, the Greenwich Hotel. Locanda Verde’s sublime food is attentively prepared by Food and Wine Best New Chef award winner, Andrew Carmellini. The well-appointed TriBeCa space is upscale, yet very warm. The busy, large bar area is frequented by a crowd […]
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