No, my last name, which is Armenian, has nothing to do with durian, the famously stinky fruit that is a favorite in Southeast Asia. They say that when you crack one of these open the aroma drives people out of the room, so hotels sometime post signs forbidding guests to do that in their rooms. I … Continue reading
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Down on the (Fernbrook) Farm
Here’s a farm dinner for a good cause that is so reasonably priced, you may want to take the whole family. And kids really are welcome, as there will be special activities for them during the event. On August 8 (4-8pm), TerraMomo Restaurant Group puts on the fourth annual Farm to Table dinner at Fernbrook Farms to benefit the Farm’s … Continue reading
Coming soon to a brick oven near you
The pizza margherita at left (margherita means basic tomato, mozzarella and basil) is from Nomad Pizza’s brick oven truck at the recent East Coast Food & Wine Festival. My friend and I shared it and enjoyed every bite. But soon you won’t need to chase a truck around anymore when you want to enjoy their artisan pizza … Continue reading
Chill Out with Bent Spoon
If I find myself near Palmer Square, I make a point of stopping by Bent Spoon on Palmer Square if I don’t see a line out the door. They make so many interesting flavors of their artisan ice cream and sorbet, there’s always something new to get excited about (and now I follow them on Twitter, too). … Continue reading
Seafood Salad
This summery seafood salad is from Dolce & Clemente’s Italian Market in Robbinsville, and it tasted as good as it looks. Last time I checked, their planned cafe, Tavola Calda, in the same complex, was not open yet but hopefully they are now, or will be soon. If you travel to LBI via Rte. 526, you … Continue reading
Not sharing. No way.
Check out this bag from elements restaurant in Princeton. When I could not finish my entrée there recently (delicious Griggstown chicken), manager Emilia Sparatta presented me with this take home bag that made my day (or evening). Soft woven “fabric,” piped edges, cord handles. You’d think I’d been to the toniest shop on Madison Avenue. My friend … Continue reading
A Capital Idea
Are you loving the great weather we’re finally having? If so, come out to the Capital City Market in Trenton, which takes place Thursdays, sometime soon and enjoy Jersey Fresh produce, arts & crafts vendors, tours, activities for children and music. Here are some of the highlights: CAPITAL CITY MARKET 11 am-2 pm. Every Thursday … Continue reading
Wine Mania (and some beer, too)
I am getting more and more emails each week about wine dinners and tasting events in the Princeton area. These events are all the rage, and many of them seem to sell out quickly, even in this economy. I think it’s the “value added” aspect of them. Not only are you enjoying several courses of well-prepared … Continue reading
Farm Dinner at Griggstown Quail Farm
There’s still time to make your reservation for the July 19 dinner at Griggstown Quail Farm. Chef David Felton (formerly of The Pluckemin Inn) will use the farm’s poultry and produce, and other local products, to create an elegant multi-course meal under a tent, complete with organic and biodynamic wine pairings from the Wine Library. Chef … Continue reading
Memorable Moments at the A&B
Does what happens at the Alchemist & Barrister in Princeton stay at the A&B? Not if you’re willing to tell all! Here’s your chance to win a champagne dinner for two. Contestants should describe their Most Memorable A&B Moment by logging on to the A&B web site. Deadline is July 30 and the winner will … Continue reading
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