February 2012
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What a disappointment..
My friend and I decided to go to Bobbiques, Patchogue NY on a Friday night since we had been patrons there before and always had a nice time. This sadly was not the case this previous Friday. Apparently you can no longer seat yourself there (I have been going to this place for years and have NEVER seen a hostess or a “please wait to be seated” sign.) My friend and I sat ourselves, as...
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Sunday Dinner
I always have dinner with my family on Sunday evenings. It is traditional in many families I think, but in my house I am the one who always cooks dinner on Sunday (or any other day for that matter.) It was finally 26 degrees outside, finally feeling like winter in New York. I was craving Italian for dinner and what better to make than Mushroom Risotto. These are two of my most favorite recipes for...
Is it Summer yet?
I love tickling my taste buds with fresh, local ingredients. Its no surprise you will find me in the North Fork area scoping out all the farm stands, fresh pies and jams and local wine. I could be like everyone else and go to Whole Foods for organic foods, but taking a trip out to Eastern Long Island is a perfect way to spend a Summer afternoon.
If you are like me, you also want to get the most...
Best Barbecue of Long Island, NY
We all know that our winters are cold and harsh here on Long Island, or at least they have been over the recent years. We all love our comfort foods such as macaroni and cheese, french fries, chocolate cake, barbecue ribs. Wait, barbecue ribs does not make me think of winter, but of summer. Why wait to have your favorite summertime meals like fried pickles, burnt ends, smoked chicken, smoked...
Three Trendy, Tasty Restaurants. One Town.
Whether it’s for a special occasion, night out with friends or trendy atmosphere, there three trendy tasty restaurants are the place to be. Huntington Village has some great bars and restaurants tailored to everyone’s scene. They offer Southwestern/Mexican, Italian and Modern American Cuisine. I would also like to mention all three have outstanding featured cocktails.
Besito...
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Saratoga Springs, NY
This past weekend I was in Saratoga Springs, NY for an event. Like always when I travel, I did my research on where I wanted to dine and what I wanted to try. It is no secret I have been craving a Lobster Roll for over a month now, and trust me my boyfriend can vouch for that. If you have never been to Saratoga Springs, you must go. The town is full of rich history, great food, culture and people....
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Girls Night Out
Last Friday was girls night for my friend Jess and I. We both had off work, so we decided to drive out to Huntington Village, NY. We went out for some cocktails first, then dessert and finished with dinner.
We started our night out at Honu Kitchen & Cocktails for their corporate happy hour. Honu has a happy hour every Friday between 5-7pm which includes half off wine, beer and specialty...
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Hearty, Healthy and Sweet
I started Weight Watchers a month ago and so far lost 10lbs! With my passion for cooking, I have been trying out a few new recipes using what I have in my fridge and pantry and still sticking to my shopping budget weekly. Some key ingredients I always keep in my house are
whole wheat pasta
ricotta cheese
frozen vegetables
ground turkey
turkey breast
garlic
onion
chicken broth
Barbecue Blue...
“Find something you’re passionate about and keep tremendously interested in...”
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Ricotta with Honeyed Grapes →
Pear Soup with Pancetta and Blue Cheese →
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Simple Cooking on a Monday Night
It is easy for us to forget how to prepare a simple, delicious meal during the week days. When I go shopping on my usual Saturday afternoon, I am always looking to purchase what is on sale, what is in season, and what I know I will use that week and will not go to waste in my refrigerator and/or freezer. We are all so busy during the weekdays between work, school, and taking care of our families...
