There are very few things I love more then a great football tailgate. Beer, burgers and rowdy fans; what’s better then that? It’s the only moment when winners and losers are irrelevant and we can just celebrate and gear up for the hopefully victorious game. I have been going to New York Giants games with my dad for the past twenty years and our crew … Continue reading Football Tailgate
For Thanksgiving, my family was given the task of creating appetizers. My Mom immediately emailed me for ideas in planning our appetizer portion of the menu. She already knew enlisted my help would mean steering away from any store bought treats. During my daily read of the New York Times Dining & Wine section, I stumbled upon an article with the title, “An Impressive Thanksgiving … Continue reading Jean-Georges’ Squash on Toast
November 18th happens to be the most special birthday of them all; my Mom’s. Of course my Dad and siblings birthdays are equally special, but traditionally, I love making a wonderful, special birthday brunch for the person that has made countless meals for all of us over the years. Simple pancakes and eggs would not suffice. After much debate, I decided to make homemade Strawberry … Continue reading Birthday Brunch
Hidden beneath a dark red sign, off a busy street in Nutley, New Jersey, patrons drink glasses of red wine, eat overflowing bowls of spaghetti and breathe in the sweet, earthy smell of fresh baked bread and pizza from the wood-burning oven. It is a place where everyone becomes part of the family. At Regina (Queen) Margherita, you forget that you are in a restaurant … Continue reading Regina (Queen) Margherita
S’mores, a classic campfire treat gets a serious face life, thanks to my fabulous sister’s imagination. One night at home, with limited supplies and a craving for something delicious, my sister, Amanda concocted this delicious, life changing dessert. And now, in my family, the rest is seemingly history. These cookies are really simple to make, but will impress anyone you share them with (my friends … Continue reading S’mores Cookies
It might have been six years ago that I last looked at a menu at Nori, my local, favorite sushi place. I always sit down and know exactly what I am going to order, never deviating from my meal and rolls of choice. My Mom and I walked in, after a full morning of playing with her nursery school students before I headed back to … Continue reading Nori
Every year, one day reminds all about the innate joy of food. You Kippur. A day devoted to atoning for all mistakes from the year before, which ends in feast for the ages. It always comes at the moment I begin to take everything for granted. Things seem easy and care free, but this holiday brings me back to earth, to appreciate all around me, … Continue reading Break – Fast
Of all the Jewish Holidays, Rosh Hashana easily tops the list as my favorite. Sure, as a little kid, Hanukkah’s eight days of presents mixed with the ability to play with fire, retain fond memories, but in my somewhat adulthood, it has become all about Rosh. For those of you that don’t know, Rosh Hashana is the beginning of the Jewish New Year. It’s our … Continue reading Rosh Hashana
The old, fond memory of elegant dining and delicious whimsical, Asian inspired dishes in the heart of suburban New Jersey vanished after my latest meal at Montville Inn. Birthday, graduation and goodbye dinners had been spent at this charming, stand alone house. Valet service used to provided, even though the lot was small and easily accessible. It was truly all about the experience. However, on … Continue reading Montville Inn (CLOSED)
The Political Foodie 