Category Archives: Food Musings
Good News? Let’s eat!
Lately, I have been in an elated mood. The gritty pavement of the city feels softer beneath my feet, the sun seems to be shining a little brighter and the trash-tinged scent of Brooklyn smells sweeter (sort of). You see,
Good News? Let’s eat!
Lately, I have been in an elated mood. The gritty pavement of the city feels softer beneath my feet, the sun seems to be shining a little brighter and the trash-tinged scent of Brooklyn smells sweeter (sort of). You see,
Hurricane Sandy: Keeping Safe & Amused
As the worst of Hurricane Sandy begins to pound down on all of us in the Northeast, I’m wishing everyone a safe, warm and dry next 24 hours. Heed the advice of the weather services by staying indoors. If you’ve
Hurricane Sandy: Keeping Safe & Amused
As the worst of Hurricane Sandy begins to pound down on all of us in the Northeast, I’m wishing everyone a safe, warm and dry next 24 hours. Heed the advice of the weather services by staying indoors. If you’ve
Organic vs. Non-Organic Food: Should That Be The Question?
This week the food world has been up in arms over a Stanford University study that showed organic fruits and vegetables are virtually no better for you than their non-organic counterparts. Heated debates have come up, but people, we’re focusing
Organic vs. Non-Organic Food: Should That Be The Question?
This week the food world has been up in arms over a Stanford University study that showed organic fruits and vegetables are virtually no better for you than their non-organic counterparts. Heated debates have come up, but people, we’re focusing
A Boozy Weekend Accented By Fried Food
My, oh my, what a weekend. We, in New York City were given a short intermission from fiery weather, and were lucky that mother nature chose the weekend days to bestow this gift upon us. Being outdoors was—excuse me. Drinking
A Boozy Weekend Accented By Fried Food
My, oh my, what a weekend. We, in New York City were given a short intermission from fiery weather, and were lucky that mother nature chose the weekend days to bestow this gift upon us. Being outdoors was—excuse me. Drinking
Big Box Brands Go Gourmet (Are We All Turning Into Foodies?)
Yesterday, with bloodshot eyes from staring at the computer too long at work, I peered out the window to see a man atop scaffolding finishing the last touches on the Stella Artois billboard that read, “From the largest microbrewery in the
Big Box Brands Go Gourmet (Are We All Turning Into Foodies?)
Yesterday, with bloodshot eyes from staring at the computer too long at work, I peered out the window to see a man atop scaffolding finishing the last touches on the Stella Artois billboard that read, “From the largest microbrewery in the
Weekend: Nathan’s Hotdogs, Mermaid Parade & Brunch At Talde
Last weekend was beautiful. Hot, yes. But a perfect day for the Mermaid Parade in Coney Island. What is a mermaid parade, you ask? Summed up, it is an excuse for New York City’s willing participants to dress as sirens. On
Weekend: Nathan’s Hotdogs, Mermaid Parade & Brunch At Talde
Last weekend was beautiful. Hot, yes. But a perfect day for the Mermaid Parade in Coney Island. What is a mermaid parade, you ask? Summed up, it is an excuse for New York City’s willing participants to dress as sirens. On
Why McDonald’s Burgers Look Different In Ads: A Commentary
One of the reasons why I appreciate the rise of social media is that it has forced corporate companies to become more transparent. Word travels fast on social media. And if you’re a company trying to hide something, it won’t
Why McDonald’s Burgers Look Different In Ads: A Commentary
One of the reasons why I appreciate the rise of social media is that it has forced corporate companies to become more transparent. Word travels fast on social media. And if you’re a company trying to hide something, it won’t
Dr. Pepper Ten, WTF?
How many of you, when craving a refreshing soda, would choose one that has 10 calories? If you answered, “I would!” to that question, I’m guessing that, like me, you’re a woman. I wouldn’t consider myself presumptuous to also assume that, upon considering
Dr. Pepper Ten, WTF?
How many of you, when craving a refreshing soda, would choose one that has 10 calories? If you answered, “I would!” to that question, I’m guessing that, like me, you’re a woman. I wouldn’t consider myself presumptuous to also assume that, upon considering
UPDATE: Bourdain “Apologizes” For Bashing Deen
Ladies and gentlemen of all sinning types, dust off your parkas because it appears that Hell has officially frozen over: Anthony Bourdain has publicly “apologized” (gasp!) for his tirade against Paula Deen.
UPDATE: Bourdain “Apologizes” For Bashing Deen
Ladies and gentlemen of all sinning types, dust off your parkas because it appears that Hell has officially frozen over: Anthony Bourdain has publicly “apologized” (gasp!) for his tirade against Paula Deen.
A Weekend Of (Restaurant) Touring
Bf’s parents were in town this weekend, and we spent the majority of our time (restaurant) touring throughout the city. On Friday we dined at Fonda, one of my favorite Park Slope restaurants, filling our bellies with modern Mexican cuisine
A Weekend Of (Restaurant) Touring
Bf’s parents were in town this weekend, and we spent the majority of our time (restaurant) touring throughout the city. On Friday we dined at Fonda, one of my favorite Park Slope restaurants, filling our bellies with modern Mexican cuisine
