Archive for the ‘Food News’ Category

I beat the New York Times! I swear.

As you may know, I have experienced some technical difficulties the past few weeks and thus have not blogged my latest belly victims. But I am SO MAD that I didn’t post this dish immediately- because two days after I baked and devoured it, the New York Times posted an eerily similar recipe, concept and [...]

Be a Recessionista

Check out NY Mag’s list of NYC restaurants that are having new, cheaper menu items or arranging prix fixe for these tough times. Some of the restaurants featured include hot spots: Apiary, Craftsteak, Dovetail, The EU, Gramercy Tavern, Japonais, Mermaid Inn, Momofuku, and Tailor. Check out the entire article at NYmag’s Grub Street.
Looking [...]

Excitement

I just purchased a ticket for the City Harvest “Taste of the Five Boroughs” luncheon event on October 27th at Grand Central. My favorite food show, Top Chef, is partnering with NYC & Company and City Harvest for a tasting of some of New York’s best restaurants. Tickets are $30 and on sale [...]

Separated At Birth?

Food For thought:
While watching Letterman tonight, I saw a former heartthrob plugging his latest film. Why it was Russell Crow, Australian Oscar winner- looking fat, wearing a ponytail, and resembling a certain celeb chef.
After googling both of these names, here is what I found:
Russell Crow with his children:

Mario Batali with his sons:

I rest my [...]

Help Hurricane Victims

Help victims of hurricane Ike by donating to this worthy cause.
The Houston Food Bank supplies food and other necessities for hurrican victims. They also collect food year round to prepare for future disasters.
Most needed items include:Canned tuna or chicken packed in waterCanned stews or pasta with meatPeanut butter, canned fruit, juice boxes, canned vegetables, [...]