[RECIPE] Roasted artichoke with lemon garlic aioli for Whole Foods
Dear Food Diary: Last weekend, I partnered up with Whole Foods to make a home video of my favorite Roasted artichoke with lemon garlic aioli recipe. Super simple and satisfying. The challenge More »
North End Grill: Ramps by Top Chef Master
Dear Food Diary: Ramps aka wild leeks are still in season and I can’t get enough of them! Last week, we couldn’t make it to Ramp Fest 2013, so we got a More »
TREEHAUS: Brooklyn’s DOUGH doughnuts in the city
Dear Food Diary: Treehaus is my favorite new addition to the Midtown East area. Totally unlike the usual Asian deli (so tired of those duplicate copies). The space is bright, airy and it feels More »
Elevate Restaurant & Lounge: great bridal shower
Dear Food Diary: This city has plenty of great spaces to host parties, but finding one that won’t break your bank is a challenge. For our good friend J’s bridal shower a More »
PULQUERIA: hidden Mexican in Chinatown
Dear Food Diary: Doyer Street (Chinatown) is one of those interesting alleys that’s short but full of surprises. Nothing is what it seems. It can be a bit shady and creepy at More »
May 4: Ramp Fest Hudson 2013 + Tickets Giveaway!
It’s Ramp Season! Which means, it’s time for the third annual Ramp Fest Hudson 2013. Get tickets here for $30 or pay $35 at the door.
Plus, I’m GIVING AWAY A PAIR OF TICKETS ($60 value)!
To enter, comment below and tell me why you love ramp or your favorite way to eat it (include your email so I can contact you. winner selected at random 4/30)
Elevate Restaurant & Lounge: great bridal shower
Dear Food Diary:
This city has plenty of great spaces to host parties, but finding one that won’t break your bank is a challenge. For our good friend J’s bridal shower a couple weeks ago, we chose Elevate Restaurant & Lounge in Chinatown. They offered an $18 3 course brunch + a drink, allowed us to show up early to decorate and stay for 4 hours. The bride and guests enjoyed themselves and the bridal party (me included) had a great time hosting.
PULQUERIA: hidden Mexican in Chinatown
Dear Food Diary:
Doyer Street (Chinatown) is one of those interesting alleys that’s short but full of surprises. Nothing is what it seems.
It can be a bit shady and creepy at times, but unlike the old days, it is quite safe.
Without any signs, the hidden underground Mexican joint Pulqueria is tucked between Apotheke (speakeasy bar) and Nom Wah Tea Parlor (the oldest dim sum spot in NY). They claim to be the first restaurant outside of Mexico to batch and serve pulque (fermented beverage made from the agave plant). Part cantina/bar, part restaurant serving plenty of drinks, tortas and tacos, Mexican street market style.
Soy Hound: artisanal fresh pressed soymilk
Dear Food Diary:
I was delighted when the founders of Soy Hound sent over some of their artisanal fresh pressed soymilk for us to sample. Using traditional methods, they turn organic soybeans into drops of nostalgic childhood memories for me. Waking up in the morning to the smell of fresh soymilk is one of the few things I can still recall as a ChubbyToddler living in Shanghai.
And even though they’ve added some modern “flavored” versions, the creativity doesn’t take away from the pure flavors of good old fashion soymilk.
the great GoogaMooga tix registration just opened!
Remember last year? It was chaotic! but it was their first year, so we’ll let it slide. Plus, I had the Horse Bologna & Foie Gras grilled cheese from MWells. Where else would I get that!?
FREE TIX are opened for registration and drawn at random! Good Luck!
