tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27054504423982391782024-02-18T23:23:31.680-05:00Edacious - Given to eating; voracious; devouring.Really, ridiculously, good eating.Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-89342645588946976092010-07-06T13:32:00.006-04:002010-07-06T13:40:36.061-04:00A Central Park picnic in three easy stepsWouldn't you rather be here right now...Now that summer is here, it’s time to get off your couch and get outside. What better way to celebrate the season and experience New York than by having a picnic in Central Park? Whether you prefer to enjoy a feast while taking in Al Pacino performing in The Merchant of Venice or just want to relax in the sweet grass of the Sheeps Meadow on a lazy Sunday Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-59337620463393833982010-06-03T18:06:00.005-04:002010-06-04T10:01:34.703-04:00Choose your own eating adventure: 2010 Big Apple BBQ Block PartyFriends,
One of the great New York -- neigh, great American -- events of the year is nearly upon us. A gathering of some of the biggest names in barbecue will will ring their rigs around Madison Square Park on June 12-13 for the 2010 Big Apple Barbecue Block Party, where an unprecedented eighteen (18!) BBQ icons will cook until every mouth has been fed and every tummy has been sated. In addition,Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-4778507611301203992010-01-12T14:32:00.004-05:002010-01-12T14:40:33.202-05:00The Internet is Amazing.Want proof? Check out this map created by the fine folks over at Epicurious.Seasonal Ingredients MapIt helps you not only figure out what's currently fresh in your area, but where to get it and what to do with your new purchases.If anyone's reading in Iowa, January is time to give kohlrabi a try...I hope this inspires you to try something, er.....fresh.Enjoy.Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-90188369780787148452009-12-06T23:51:00.008-05:002009-12-09T10:59:52.396-05:00Sunday SupperAfter our recent trip to Argentina, Tesha and I had some pictures to exchange and debts to settle, so I invited her and her boyfriend Clifford over for dinner this past Sunday night. Tesha is one of my favorite diners, as she is both adventurous and trusting that I probably won’t kill her with my experiments.We started off with a jazzed up version of the Argentine staple, provoleta. Lacking the Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-83382579100009219662009-11-12T10:00:00.009-05:002009-11-18T15:18:07.555-05:00Pour on, PorronSaturday evening, I had the pleasure of enjoying a late night snack and drinks at Macondo with a small group of friends.We were enticed by the waitress to try their special drink of the evening, a concoction of whiskey, rioja wine, lemongrass and orange liqueur. However, it wasn’t the elixir itself, which was compelling enough, that prompted our order. It was the delivery method. Say hello to Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-85680564298587913082009-11-03T12:24:00.005-05:002009-11-03T12:30:51.965-05:00It's Here!The day I've been waiting for has finally arrived. Costco will open their first Manhattan Store on Thursday, November 12th. Expect long lines, crazy crowds and great deals. The store will be located on East 117th Street, near the FDR.You Can Find Me In the (Warehouse) ClubHooray!Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-17562959189370891492009-10-28T14:00:00.004-04:002009-10-28T14:08:07.946-04:00Mea CulpaIt's been way, way, way, way too long.I'm sorry.Now that we've gotten that over with, I have much to share in the coming weeks (assuming someone is still reading this (thanks Mom)).First, a short article detailing how to get the most nutritional value out of the foods you are eating.Try adding some black pepper to this party for both complexity and, apparently, good healthLuckily, the suggestionsSmithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-59816745191548858162009-07-23T23:24:00.014-04:002009-10-05T11:43:05.034-04:00What I Cooked On My Summer VacationI made it out to San Francisco last month for a fantastic week long vacation. I stayed with my friends Jeannette and David and spent most of my time eating very, very well. This is the first of two posts discussing the wonderful things I consumed on that trip. This post shows off some of the work that David and I did in the kitchen during my time there.Next time I'll show you what we dined on Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-12280150349529406912009-07-13T23:15:00.002-04:002009-07-16T09:10:30.493-04:00Don't Forget The DrinksEating well isn't my only pastime.I also like to enjoy a frosty beer, a fine wine or a well-crafted cocktail from time to time as well.The one issue I have with buying drinks when out is whether the juice is worth the squeeze.By that I mean, why pay six dollars for a beer when I could have the same exact same brew from the supermarket for less than a dollar a bottle? What reason do I have for Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-8189227968518693702009-06-19T12:41:00.004-04:002009-06-19T13:07:19.519-04:00Summer in the City Tasting EventCity Harvest, a non-profit organization that I am an active volunteer for, is the world's first and New York City's only food rescue program.The organization saves perfectly good food that would otherwise go to waste from restaurants, farmer's markets, grocery stores and trade shows and distributes the bounty to the people who need it most.To run this great organization requires some lubrication Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-4451520891514483932009-06-10T13:41:00.009-04:002009-06-10T14:11:22.003-04:00It's the most wonderful time, of the year...For those of you who aren't already planning your weekend around it, let me encourage you to reschedule whatever you thought you were doing and head to the 7th annual Big Apple BBQ Block Party.Due to using up the world's supply of beans on one pot, the Proclamation Stew Crew won't be joining us this yearLast year I did a preview of what was going down, which you can see here. All of those Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-19207617365309823842009-05-15T11:05:00.003-04:002009-05-15T11:09:53.573-04:00Edacious, Profiled I'm famous. Melody Serafino is bringing value to the masses Fellow frugal New Yorker Melody Serafino pens a valuable blog called Fabulously Frugal. For her weekly Friday profiles of people living according to her site's mantra, she has chosen yours truly.Check it out here.Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-40972757631673289762009-04-27T22:14:00.016-04:002009-05-14T17:20:42.002-04:00A Whiff of SpringCan you feel it in the air? More importantly, can you smell it?That pungent garlicky aroma? It can only mean one thing.Ramps are back.Tastiest Weeds EverFor those who aren't familiar with these spring delicacies, ramps are wild green onions that grow in eastern North America from north Georgia up through Canada. Prized for their sharp, powerful flavor and come-hither aroma, ramps substitute Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-81501395858522541032009-04-14T14:58:00.004-04:002009-04-14T15:36:17.212-04:00Costco is coming!It's official (seemingly).Costco is coming to Manhattan.According to this article, it will arrive by year's end.Cheapskates rejoice!Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-40701700932786759062009-04-01T13:52:00.005-04:002009-04-09T09:48:51.488-04:00Consider the LobsterI just wanted to let everyone know that after witnessing a PETA video last night and then reading the following article, I have decided to become a vegetarian.This blog will now focus only on textured vegetable proteins (TVP) and (more so) on good old fashioned vegetables.I encourage you, dear readers, to do the same.Consider the Lobster - by David Foster Wallace APRIL FOOLS!Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-68173928052054510512009-03-23T21:41:00.002-04:002009-05-12T00:20:35.706-04:00Lamb BaconI first experienced the wonder that is lamb bacon at Resto, a Belgian restaurant in Manhattan. The dish was called Lamb Belly with Snap & English Peas, Tendrils, Leaves, Goat Cheese.From the first bite, I was smitten.Combining the intense, delicious flavor of lamb with the salty, crispy goodness of bacon, the lamb belly was a revelation. I couldn't believe I hadn't experienced this product Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-3371159058450609072009-03-05T18:48:00.004-05:002009-03-05T18:57:06.422-05:00Big Apple Block Party Fast Passes and SchoolgirlsI won't delay you from clicking on these links any longer than I have to.There are two things you need to know A.S.A.P.1) Big Apple Block Party Fast Passes are now on sale2) Park Avenue Winter, one of my favorite restaurants in the city, is doing this (via Eater):"Attention UES parents, creepy old men, and ladies willing do anything for a free meal. Feast your eyes on this little ol' Dealfeed Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-79701348147564400832009-02-22T15:57:00.003-05:002009-02-22T16:38:07.541-05:00A Tasting You Can AffordYour humble host bring news of another fantastic New York event.Last year's Village Voice Choice EatsWhile there are plenty of tastings around the city, usually for the benefit of one charitable organization or another, the great majority of them are incredibly expensive or lack variety. The event I bring to your attention this evening has an extensive, eclectic lineup of some of New York's best Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-90557666005890074322009-02-12T11:58:00.003-05:002009-02-12T12:01:28.482-05:00TONIGHT - ONE NIGHT ONLY! Tongue Test!Sorry for the late notice, but, if you've got an extra quarter-Benjamin lying around, you can attend what promises to be a pretty fantastic event. See below:Tongue TestThursday, 2/12 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.Food chemistry guru Harold McGee and taste expert Linda Bartoshuk discuss the science behind flavor at this interactive tasting ($25). Attendees will sample various foods, including the Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-40797215509432960552009-01-25T21:58:00.004-05:002009-01-25T22:47:20.302-05:00You're doing it all wrong...Chowhound, a valuable resource for regionally based dining advice has added a new video on demand section with some very interesting and informative shorts.The videos give very specific and valuable bits of advice regarding their chosen topics from people who really know their crafts.That's Mr. Carmellini to you...When I found out that one of my favorite chefs, Andrew Carmellini, was getting in Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-12207849147095492532009-01-11T22:53:00.004-05:002009-01-11T23:06:07.393-05:00People Like FoodHappy new year!It's been way, way too long and I'm sorry for the delay. I have plenty of fun things to discuss this year and I'm looking forward to a delicious 2009.To get things started, I thought I'd post this fascinating article from The Onion.Who knew?PEOPLE LIKE FOODThese days it's hard to get people to agree on things. Some people like wearing shorts all the time, but other people think Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-41776754365323765762008-12-11T16:13:00.009-05:002008-12-11T19:51:26.894-05:00Food For ThoughtI write to you today to ask for your consideration.No I'm not up for an Academy Award.I'm asking for your consideration of an issue near and dear to my heart. That issue is agricultural policy in the United States. Since Richard Nixon's administration, the United States has been manipulating farming through various incentives provided to both industrial and independent farmers. While I'm all forSmithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-78597646321713025452008-12-03T13:15:00.005-05:002008-12-03T13:28:12.378-05:00Don't Try This At Home...You probably shouldn't try it at a restaurant either.A reporter for ABC has embarked on an important journalistic endeavor; to record for future generations a series of eating contest menu items at various restaurants around the country.The pinnacle of human achievementIf you're in the mood for a 50 pound burger (that's 200 1/4 pounders for you non-math folk), a 76 ounce steak with all the Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-8687841985886144362008-11-17T21:35:00.015-05:002008-11-26T11:46:00.185-05:00Iron Chef - BaconAfter sampling a particularly delicious dish at Momofuku Ssam Bar featuring Benton's Bacon, I decided to see if I couldn't procure some of this superlative swine myself. I checked out Mr. Allen Benton's website, and ordered myself four pounds of bacon and a pound of "Tennessee Proscuitto." The man and his hams After a couple of shipping miscues (the UPS guy couldn't figure out what floor my Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2705450442398239178.post-88802860877964446682008-11-13T19:03:00.003-05:002008-11-13T19:17:53.651-05:00Recession SpecialsIf you haven't noticed, the economy is not doing so well. One positive outcome of tough times tends to be unusual good deals, both in the stock market and in your super market. Restaurants have a particularly tough road ahead of them as dining out is one of the easiest forms of discretionary spending to curb. To curb the curbing, many restaurants in New York are offering great deals to get youSmithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14455746135805441449noreply@blogger.com0