Posted in October 2013

Sandy Anniversary Salute to Restaurateurs

Today marks the first anniversary of Hurricane Sandy’s devastation. Of course, this is just the day the storm hit; it spanned a couple of days here, and the recovery has been long and frustrating for many. I don’t know about you, but I can all too easily relive the sense of panic in the days that followed … Continue reading

The Glorious Vegetables of Italy

The Glorious Vegetables of Italy

Plan on coming to Dorothea’s House on Sunday November 3 at 5:00 pm for a program titled From Artichokes to Zucchini – Cooking with Italy’s Glorious Vegetables. (Programs at Dorothea’s House are followed by informal get-togethers where one can chat with old and new friends, and taste dishes and offerings brought by participants.) Domenica Marchetti, who grew … Continue reading

It’s Fundamental (Chocolate)

It’s Fundamental (Chocolate)

Fundamental Chocolate is amazingly, well, fundamental. The latest product line from Diane Pinder, owner of Donna & Company, contains only organic cacao from South America, organic cocoa butter, and natural honey from New Jersey apiaries (so it’s certified Jersey Fresh).  Two of the three varieties are topped with raspberry bits or pistachios, the third is plain. This 70% … Continue reading

Dinner and a Ride from Tre Piani

Dinner and a Ride from Tre Piani

Just in time for shorter days and winter driving (to say nothing of holiday celebrations), here’s Tre Piani restaurant at Forrestal Village with a great service to tempt you to come out to dinner. Check out their Dine and Ride program where they partner with A1 Limousine to provide dinner guests with a round trip ride … Continue reading