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Siegel Bros. Marketplace Gears Up for the Easter and Passover Holidays

by Katie Schlientz
written by Katie Schlientz

New Daily Menu Features Made-to-order Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Items
Marketplace Café to Open in Time for Summer

March 15, 2018, Mt. Kisco, NY:  Husband and wife team, Jeremy and Beth Nevins are looking forward to the Easter and Passover holidays, celebrations that are wrapped in faith, family and culinary traditions. Jeremy, whose great-grandfather Abram Siegel opened his kosher butcher shop in Woodbine, NJ in 1912, opened his contemporary version of a specialty market in January of 2017 in the charming town of Mount Kisco, New York. Sustainable, locally sourced meat, market fresh fish, charcuterie, prepared foods, and a robust catering arm remain the cornerstone of Siegel Bros.  Marketplace.

Siegel Bros. Easter and Passover menus include a wide variety of appetizers for entertaining, traditional dishes, and some modern interpretations. Favorites include; Matzah Ball Soup made with Siegel Bros signature rotisserie chicken; Stuffed Cabbage; Roasted Leg of Lamb; Granny Siegel’s Brisket of Beef; Grilled Salmon Fillets; Potato Latkes; Apple-Pear Sauce; Tsimmes (root vegetable and stone fruits); Horseradish Mashed Potatoes; Carrot Cake and  Coconut Macaroons.

Customers are asked to place orders by Monday, March 26 with final pick-ups by Saturday, March 31, after 2 pm
VIEW EASTER MENU
VIEW PASSOVER MENU

 “This marketplace is a dream come true for me and my family, “says Jeremy, “We’ve immersed ourselves within the community and have listened to our customers and are excited to offer new menu items that include made-to-order foods, plus added baked goods and produce sections, and soon, café seating. ”

The new Daily Menu features breakfast favorites done the Siegel Bros. way, such as egg and cheese sandwiches with meaty additions, freshly baked muffins, and healthy wraps and yogurt, granola, and fruit bowls.  Handcrafted sandwiches and hoagies are filled with everything from rotisserie chicken salad and sausage and peppers, to meats and cheeses from Siegel Bros. amazing charcuterie counter.  Savory soups, burgers (beef, salmon, vegan), grilled cheese as-you-like-it, and vegan Buddha bowls such as the South Western with  kale, baby spinach, toasted farro, roasted sweet potato spears, black beans, corn, avocado, and cilantro-lime vinaigrette, share the stage with hearty salads that combine fresh greens, and seasonal produce with meat and seafood,  grains, and house-made dressings.

 
Siegel Bros. continues to be a family’s best friend, offering daily Kids Lunch Boxes filled with healthy snacks and their favorite sandwich, kids meals that feature from scratch foods such as chicken tenders and mac and cheese, as well as Siegel Bros. signature Meals On The Go, a convenient, pre-ordered, priced per person selection of entrees and side dishes waiting for you at the end of the day.  As always, an extensive selection of Chef’s seasonal and globally influenced prepared foods are featured.

Just across the way, customers have the added convenience of Siegel Bros. Wine & Spirits, a mecca for global, smaller production wine varietals personally curated by Jeremy, in addition to a trip to “Brown Town”, the shop’s popular bourbon and whiskey wall. Stop in for wine pairing suggestions and tastings.

Siegel Bros. is the Perfect Pairing of Food and Wine

Marketplace – 39 S Moger Ave, www.siegelbrosmarketplace.com
Wine & Spirits – 41 S Moger Ave, www.siegelbroswineandspirits.com
Mount Kisco, NY 10549

This press release was provided to IntoxiKate.
Photos courtesy of Siegel Bros.
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Get Groceries Delivered (and Save!) with Stew Leonard’s

by Katie Schlientz
written by Katie Schlientz
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Some exciting news to share! Stew Leonard’s, aka the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores”, recently announced its same-day grocery delivery service, called Stew’s Fresh Delivery Powered by Instacart, the nationwide on-demand grocery delivery service. If you’re within a 20-30 minute drive of Stew Leonard’s six farm fresh food stores in Yonkers, Farmingdale, and East Meadow, NY, as well as Norwalk, Danbury, and Newington, CT.,  you can score your favorite groceries delivered to their home or business in as little as one hour!

You know me—I’m all about the taste testing (or in this case, test ordering!), so I placed a few orders for deliveries. Check out my experience below!

 

Ordering groceries from Stew’s Fresh Delivery is easy! Simply visit shop.stewleonards.com or download the Instacart app and enter their zip code to determine if they are within the Stew Leonard’s delivery area. Once signed in, you can fill your cart with all Stew’s farm fresh favorites, including cut to order meat, fresh baked cookies and bagels, handmade mozzarella, fruits and vegetables, and gourmet selections from Mrs. Leonard’s prepared food case.

Try Stew Leonard’s delivery service for yourself! Save with promo code “StewsKate” to receive $15 off you first order of $35 or more!

At check out, customers choose a delivery window within one hour, two hours, or up to seven days in advance. Once the order is placed and accepted, items are hand-picked by Instacart’s shoppers and delivered. (Watch the video above for the play-by-play on ordering!)

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Thanks to Stew Leonards’s new collaboration with Instacart, I was able to save time shopping to have tonight’s dinner ingredients delivered straight to my door. Plus, I know I’m getting the quality, fresh groceries Stew’s is well know for. Want to learn more?  {Pictured: Wild caught salmon with dill and lemon with baby bok choy and garlic.}

Check out my interview with Stew Leonard’s store director Jake Tavello on Fork This with IntoxiKate!

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Chowdafest Tips Off Chowda Madness

by Katie Schlientz
written by Katie Schlientz
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Westport, CT – March 6, 2018 –  Chowdafest presented by Stop & Shop, started their fun Chowda Madness this week.  “All our Chowdafest fans seem to hoop it up every fall at our event so we thought why not hoop it up now when everyone is about to fill out brackets for the upcoming NCAA college basketball tournament” said Jim Keenan, event director.  All the restaurants over the past 10 years were ranked by their achievements (1st, 2nd or 3rd) and the top four ranked restaurants in each of the four competition categories were entered.

This online “one & done” competition will take place over the next four weeks:

  • Round One – Sweet 16:  March 5 to March 11 at midnight
  • Round Two – Great Eight:  March 12 to March 18 at midnight
  • Round Three – Final Four:  March 19 to March 25 at midnight
  • Round Four – Championship:  March 26 to April 1 at midnight

Fans of these restaurants and their chowders can vote as often as every 5 minutes at www.Chowdafest.org/ChowdaMadness.  The most votes per match-up will move the winning restaurant into the next round.

“There are four and three time Chowdafest champions in this event who may very well get upset depending on how passionate the fans of the opposing restaurant may be” Keenan said.  It’s all for fun. The real competition of course takes place at the 11th annual Chowdafest competition on Sunday Sept 30th, 2018 at Sherwood Island State Park in Westport.  

Here are the sixteen restaurants entered in Chowda Madness by category:

Classic New England Clam Chowder:
#2 seed:  Pike Place Chowder from Seattle WA – Three time champion
#6 seed:  Donovan’s of Westport – Three time champion
#10 seed:  Sedona Taphous in Norwalk – 2nd and 3rd place finishes
#14 seed:  B.R.Y.A.C. from Bridgeport CT – Finished 2nd last year

Traditional Chowder (reserved just for Rhode Island and Manhattan clam chowders)
#4 seed:  Dunville’s in Westport CT 3 championships to their name!
#8 seed:: Donahue’s Clam Castle in Madison CT – One championship so far
#12 seed:  Gray Goose Cafe in Southport – One championship to their name
#16 seed:  Chef’s Table of Fairfield – a 3rd place finish to their credit

Creative Chowder:
#3 seed:  Our House Bistro from Winooski VT – a threepeat champion
#7 seed:  The Gingerman of Greenwich – another three time champ
#11 seed: The Spread of Norwalk – 1 championship to their name
#15 seed:  Smithsonian Chowder House of North Hampton MA – a 3rd place finish

Soup/Bisque:
#1 seed:  The Crab Shell of Stamford – 4 championship trophies so far – a record
#5 seed:  Old Post Tavern of Fairfield – 1 championship trophy and a 2nd place finish
#9 seed:  SBC of Milford – 1 championship plus numerous runner ups
#13 seed:  Simply Delicious of Norwalk – A championship to their credit

Restaurants that have been sold or are now closed weren’t considered in the field of 16.

For additional information about Chowdafest, please visit www.chowdafest.org or email event director, Jim Keenan at [email protected]. Chowdafest, presented by Stop & Shop, is sponsored by: AAA Northeast, BlumShapiro, Cabot Creamery, Chica de Gallo, City Carting, Clover, CT Bites, Copp’s Island Oysters, The Farmer’s Cow, Frontera Foods, HamletHub, Harney & Sons Tea, Hotel Zero Degrees, Local Food Rocks, Lowe’s, MINI of Fairfield County, Mohegan Sun, New England Coffee, OmnomCT, Peapod by Stop & Shop, People’s United Bank, Polar Beverages, Tate’s Bake Shop, WEBE 108, Westminster Bakery and Yankee Magazine.

This press release was supplied to IntoxiKate.com.

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Bar Zepoli Offers a Fresh Culinary Outlook Amid a Stunning Backdrop

by Katie Schlientz
written by Katie Schlientz
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February 6, 2018, Stamford, CT: This is Bar Zepoli, an Italian-American restaurant and gathering place deeply rooted in an Italian immigrant culture that continues to redefine this most beloved cuisine. Located on the corner of Broad Street and “Little Summer Street” in downtown Stamford, CT, Bar Zepoli opened in September of 2017, offering a multi-sensory experience from its striking décor to its vibrant and seasonal menu.

Grand windows adorned with red velveteen drapes, rustic wooden rafters, and a cathedral ceiling envelope multiple dining rooms, a social bar scene, eclectic artwork by artist Leigha Zimmer atop the exposed brick walls, dark wood furnishings, and a private wine room.

Executive Chef Antonio Greco’s impressive restaurant portfolio includes the popular Crabtree’s Kittle House in Chappaqua, NY, and ultimately his family owned and operated Italian restaurants in New Jersey. Punctuated by Greco’s own Italian-American upbringing (emigrated from Acri, Italy to the US in the early 70s) and the family recipes and traditions that go along with that, Bar Zepoli customers are treated to a symphony of dishes that embrace the old and the new.  Menu highlights include; small plates consisting of house rolled arancini with crabmeat and tallegio, served with piquillo pepper aioli and avocado mint mousse; charred octopus with organic heirloom tomatoes, roasted fingerling potatoes, with a balsamic and honey reduction; and braised brisket noisettes in a garlic demi-glace.

Thin crust pizzas, a “classico” of crushed plum tomato, fresh basil and grande mozzarella, and a more untraditional version topped with caramelized onion, spicy soppressata, sweet potato, goat cheese, fresh garden herbs, and mozzarella are customer favorites. Comforting pasta dishes include; pan seared jumbo Atlantic prawns and gnocchi in a spicy arrabbiata sauce with melted leeks and broccoli florets; and farm-raised slow roasted Angus ragu with brown butter and carrots, Grana Padano, over orecchiette. Seasonal land and sea entrées are currently featuring flavorful preparations of 23-hour slow braised short ribs with sautéed broccolini and roasted potato puree; 24 Green Circle Farms free-range chicken scarpiello with crumbled Deyulio sausage, San Marzano tomatoes, peppers, and onions, over soft polenta; and pancetta pesto wrapped Atlantic cod with white truffle fingerling potatoes, haricot vert, and a gremolata beurre blanc.

Desserts are decadent incarnations of Italian specialties such as; handmade “zepoli” potato donuts coated in cinnamon sugar; a cannoli duo of chocolate cream and cherry almond whipped ricotta fillings; and an over-the-top spumoni sundae with pistachio and Fabbri cherry ice cream topped with candied pistachios, Italian chocolate, and a Fabbri cherry on top.  A curated wine list of global varietals, craft beer selections, creative cocktails, and premium spirits round out the beverage program.

Bar Zepoli executes seamless private dining affairs and catered events for large groups. Managed by seasoned hospitality professionals, private functions are further enhanced by the restaurant’s talented Chef, versatile and creative menu offerings, numerous dining room options, and stellar service.

Open 7 days/nights, including early morning breakfast
75 Broad Street, Stamford, CT
Courtyard by Marriott
203.353.3319
www.barzepoli.com

This press release was provided to IntoxiKate.
Photos courtesy of Bar Zepoli.
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Hudson Valley Restaurant Week 2018

by Katie Schlientz
written by Katie Schlientz
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Hudson Valley Restaurant Week 2018: Diners will Enjoy Prix-Fixe Lunch and Dinner Menus Across Seven Counties From March 12-25

Beacon, NY – February 15, 2018 – The Valley Table announces today the restaurant line up for spring 2018 Hudson Valley Restaurant Week! Beginning March 12 and running through March 25, participating restaurants will showcase their best dishes via three-course, prix-fixe lunch ($22.95) and dinner ($32.95) menus. Spanning 115 miles, Hudson Valley Restaurant Week encompasses restaurants from seven counties including Columbia, Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Ulster and Westchester.

“We are thrilled to announce the list of the spring 2018 participating restaurants and extend a warm welcome to the new restaurants that have signed on as part of our Restaurant Week family,” says Publisher of The Valley Table and Founder of Hudson Valley Restaurant Week, Janet Crawshaw. “Now in our 20th year, we at The Valley Table are still just as passionate about connecting Hudson Valley-based chefs and restaurants with neighboring farmers and purveyors, as we were in our very first year. We look forward to the next 20 years of our magazine and Hudson Valley Restaurant Week, where restaurant-goers can enjoy lunches and dinners at ​at the region’s top restaurants, at a very special price.”

The majority of participating chefs and restaurateurs use locally-sourced ingredients in support of area farms, winemakers, distillers, artisanal producers and purveyors. Of the many ​new restaurants that have signed up for the first time this spring are the European-influenced restaurant at the boutique Beacon Hotel in Dutchess​; Windsor Grille in Rockland serving grilled steaks, burgers and other American specialties; The Egg’s Nest, offering vegetarian and vegan-friendly food in an kitsch setting in Ulster; Butterfield, also in Ulster located at the historic Hasbrouck House, serves an ever-changing, seasonal menu that showcases the bounty of the Hudson Valley; the recently-opened, nautical-themed, 3 Westerly Bar & Grille in Westchester, providing seafood-focused American fare as well as Fortina, a destination Italian eatery that offers food prepared in a wood-fired oven.

The complete list of restaurants is available here: https://www.valleytable.com/hvrw

​Reservations are highly recommended at all participating Hudson Valley Restaurant Week restaurants.

The Valley Table is responsible for producing Hudson Valley Restaurant Week which is only made possible by the support of community sponsors, including: Hudson Whiskey, Dutchess County Tourism, Orange County Tourism, Rockland County Tourism, Ulster County Tourism, Westchester County Tourism, Angry Orchard, The Culinary Institute of America, Irving Farm Coffee Roasters, Performance Food Service, Pamal Broadcasting, Poughkeepsie Media Group and The Journal News. Join the conversation with Hudson Valley Restaurant Week on ​Facebook​, ​Twitter and ​Instagram ​with hashtag #HVRW.

This press release was supplied to IntoxiKate.com.

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Set a Date: Valentine’s Day Fairfield

by Katie Schlientz
written by Katie Schlientz
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Here’s where to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Fairfield:

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Lots of Wine-ing on Valentine’s Day

Bar Zepoli
Bar Zepoli offers American-Italian fare focused on seasonality. While the dining room is striking, you may not notice, distracted only by the vibrant dishes in front of you.
What’s the Deal? Bar Zepoli whipped up a very special four-course Valentine’s Day menu for $85 per person, which includes one 1 complimentary glass of wine. An optional wine pairing with each course is also available for +$55 per person. While you know I’m a savory gal, I can’t help but dive into their delicious desserts including Nutella Cheesecake, Espresso Mousse Cake, Tiramisu, and Seasonal Sorbet Trio.
Book Now: 75 Broad St, Stamford, CT 06901, (203) 353-3319, www.barzepoli.com

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Two for One

My MYX Creative Kitchen
It’s no secret I’m obsessed with MYX. From it’s beautiful interior, to healthy, delicious options, it has me signed, sealed, and delivered. Customizing the salad and grain bowls is a bonus—I can create what I’m currently craving or select from one of their pre-designed options. Don’t miss out on the avocado-chocolate pudding! Because avocado and chocolate are both great for your heart!
What’s the Deal? Promo alert! Director of operations Rey Santos was recently on the radio show and offered a stellar two-for-one deal! Simply mention IntoxiKate at checkout and one of you receives a free bowl!
Go: 19 W Elm St, Greenwich, CT 06830, (203) 861-1150, mymixkitchen.com

Aphrodisiacs

Washington Prime is more than just a stellar steakhouse (check out their tapas!). The eatery’s interior is stunning, bringing natural elements indoors, providing a beautiful backdrop for any ocassion. And I have yet to find a craft cocktail on their menu I don’t like.
What’s the Deal?  Swing by Washington Prime for a special, three-course Valentine’s Day menu, chock full of aphrodisiacs! For $65 per person*, you can dine on dishes like the Oyster Trio, Roasted Duck with Balsamic-Fig Reduction, and the sharable Flourless Chocolate Cake. For a $40 upcharge, steak lovers can even enjoy a 50-oz Porterhouse for two. View the Menu
Book Now: 141 Washington St., South Norwalk, CT, 203-857-1314, washingtonprimect.com

 

Three Ways {To Celebrate}

Roger Sherman Inn
If you haven’t been to the Roger Sherman Inn recently, put this new England bed and breakfast at the very top of your list. While you may be saving your visit for a special occasion (ahem, Valentine’s Day!), you should treat yourself with dinner or brunch during the week (hey, you deserve it!). With Chef François Kwaku-Dongo at the helm, every meal is magical.
What’s the Deal?  Treat your significant other to a delicious, seasonal menu specially prepared by Chef François. Start with the Black Truffle Tagliatelle with Shaved Black Truffles and Parmigiano Reggiano, but save room for the Prime Côte de Boeuf for Two with Perigord Sauce and Aligot Potatoes. We also have decadent desserts to choose from, including the Chocolate Mousse Dome and Chocolate Mille-Feuille. The multi-course dinner is $95 per person exclusive of tax and gratuity. Chef François is also preparing his  signature house made Chocolate Truffles in three different varieties—chocolate with cocoa powder, sea salt caramel dark chocolate, and white chocolate champagne. Each $35 box contains a dozen truffles. And (if that wasn’t enough!), RSI offers a romantic weekend package including the Valentine’s Day Dinner for two (details above) excluding beverages, an overnight stay package, and a half dozen chocolate truffles. The package is $379 per couple, all inclusive tax and gratuities. For the overnight stay, simply select any date from February 14th to March 31st.
Book Now: 195 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT 06840, (203) 966-4541, www.rogershermaninn.com

 

I Heart Meat

Flinder’s Lane
What do you get when you combine modern Australian cuisine with culinary influences from Southeast Asia, England, Greece, and Italy? Flinder’s Lane. The Stamford location emphasizes good food with no fuss, taking all the drama out of Valentine’s Day!
What’s the Deal? For $65 per person, you receive a three-course seafood and grilled meat menu with an Aussie dessert.
Book Now: 184 Summer St., Stamford, 203-323-3137, www.flinderslane-nyc.com

 

Single Spots

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Killer B Burger is teaming up with “The Date Doctor” to host a killer Valentine’s singles event. The event runs from 6-9 p.m., and features drink specials, games, and activities to keep you mingling! You never know who you’ll meet!
Killer B Burger SONO: 80 Washington St., Norwalk, CT, 203-853-2326, killerbsono.com

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El Segundo is always a singles hot spot, and February 14th is no different! The street-food celebrating eatery offers “Valentine’s Hump Day” specials on cocktails and mimosas ($6), Jerk Patties and Poutine ($10), and Churro Sundaes ($5). Plus, there’s live music from 8-10 p.m.
El Segundo: 3 North Water St., Norwalk, CT, 203-939-9765, elsegundosono.com

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Eat Your Heart Out: Valentine’s Day Westchester

by Katie Schlientz
written by Katie Schlientz
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Valentine’s Day is Wednesday, and if you’ve had the week I’ve had, you have zero plans! Don’t worry. I’ve rounded up the best list for those last minute reservations (providing an evening so romantic, you’re SO will never know you booked two days in advance!).

Here’s where to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Westchester:

Lucky in Love

Nonno’s Trattoria
Tucked in Empire City Casino, Nonno’s Trattoria packages traditional Italian fare in a classically quaint restaurant.
What’s the Deal? The three-course meal—including salad or soup, Surf-n-Turf entrée, and a Heart-Shaped Cannoli Cake for Two, is $80 per couple.
Book Now: 810 Yonkers Ave., Yonkers, 914-968-4200, www.empirecitycasino.com

Chutney Masala

Spice it Up

Chutney Masala
Chef Navjot Arora combines authentic recipes and fresh ingredients to make an incredibly delicious experience his Irvington Indian Bistro.
What’s the Deal? For $49.95 prix-fixe menu includes three-courses and a glass of Prosecco. Dine on Guac Chickpea Chaat (a chickpea salad with guacamole and plantain chips), Ginger Lamb Chops with Homestyle Yellow Lentils and Fresh Tandoori Breads, and Mango Mousse with Seasonal Berries. View the Menu
Bonus: The menu is available Wednesday through Friday!
Book Now: 76 Main St., Irvington, 914-591-5500, www.chutneymasala.com

Hoppy Valentine’s Day

Yonkers Brewing Co.
Located steps away from the Yonkers waterfront (and Metro North Train Station), the brewery is one of the few in the area that has a full-scale goodies (meaning extensive menu) to pair with their stellar craft brews. Okay, ladies, I know what you’re thinking… This is more for him. While it may be more casual than your traditional Vday go-tos, YBC is always a good time.
What’s the Deal? One of the most cost-effective Valentine’s Dinners, you receive three-courses for a mere $32.99. Start with Beer Steamed Clams with Pesto, before you move on to Red Wine Braised Short Ribs with Cauliflower Puree. Finish the meal with a Honey Beer Panna Cotta with Strawberries. View the Menu
Bonus: The menu is available Wednesday through Friday!
Book Now: 92 Main St., Yonkers, 914-226-8327, www.yonkersbrewing.com

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Live {Heart} Beats

Alvin & Friends
One of my favorite spots in New Rochelle! Wednesday’s dinner pairs live music with Alvin Clayton’s delicious food.  Pianist Dinah Vero and pianist Jon Weiss play in both dining rooms.
What’s the Deal? The four-course prix fixe is $140 per couple and includes a champagne toast. My suggestions? The Applewood Smoke Pork Belly with Alvin’s Famous Rum Punch Sauce, Winter Chicken Noodle Soup, Slow Cooked Oxtail, and Pistachio Cheesecake (pictured above).
Book Now: 14 Memorial Hwy, New Rochelle, 914-654-6549, www.alvinandfriendsrestaurant.com

 

Fishing for Two

Purdy’s Farmer & the Fish
So fresh, so clean. The restaurant pairs fresh fish options with local produce (sometimes from their own backyard!)
What’s the Deal? The big draw to this prix fixe menu ($85 per person) is the Raw Bar, featuring Oyster Ceviche, Blackened Shrimp Cocktail, and Cape Bay Scallop Parmesan. But don’t fill up—there are three additional courses featuring goodies like She Crab Soup, Slow Roasted Long Island Duck, and a Chocolate and Strawberry Bomb.
Book Now: 100 Titicus Rd., North Salem, 914-617-8380, www.farmerandthefish.com

 

Mon Amour (For Lunch!)

La Panetèire
This elegant eatery’s focus is two fold—offering top-level service with a refined menu chock full of flavorful French far.
What’s the Deal? Wednesday’s dinner has two options—with wine ($140 per person) or $90 per person. While some of the other options offer a selection for each course, La Panetèire does all the thinking for you, providing a tasting menu with Sea Scallops with Black Truffles, Slow Braised Shank of Young Veal, and Scarlet Heart of Mocha Mousse. View the Menu
Bonus: A lunch menu is also available Wednesday from 12-2:30 p.m. for $45 per person!
Book Now: 530 Milton Rd., Rye, 914-967-8140, www.lapanetiere.com

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Oodling those Noodles

Sambal Thai & Malaysian
The readers of Westchester Magazine voted Sambal Best Thai Restaurant in the county, and I agree… They know what’s good! Thai food is all about offering sweet, sour, salty (and more!) in each dish, and the Irvington waterfront restaurant executes it well.
What’s the Deal? Anytime Sambal’s Shrimp Tom Yum soup is on the menu, I’m head over heels, so I think the three-course prix-fixes for $49.95 is a win-win. Plus, you get to toast with a glass of sparkling wine! View the Menu
Bonus: The menu is available Wednesday through Friday!
Book Now: 4 West Main St., Irvington, 914-478-2200, www.sambalny.com

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There’s Love in the Name

Cafe of Love
Farm-to-table isn’t just a moniker here; at Cafe of Love, it’s a way of life. Chef/owner/rockstar Leslie Lampert sources ingredients that are uber local, creating flavor-forward dishes that are out of this world.
What’s the Deal? Leslie is all about making things special, so she’s whipped up some offers available for Valentine’s Day. You can take a look at the full list here, but I heart the idea of digging into the Love You S’mores for dessert (and possibly pairing that with some Pink Prosecco)!
Book Now: 38 East Main St., Mount Kisco, 914-242-1002, www.cafeofloveny.com

 

I Heart Wine Pairings!

Fig & Olive
Listen, there’s a lot to love about Mediterranean ingredients, and at Fig & Olive, there’s no shortage! Plus, you can enjoy their sweet selection of craft cocktails, all in a chic setting.
What’s the Deal? The three-course prix fixe menu is $65 per person, but if you add an additional $25, you receive a wine pairing with each selection. View the Menu
Book Now: 696 White Plains Rd., Scarsdale, 914-725-2900, www.figandolive.com

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Norwalk Now Music Event, City Limits, Gets Delicious

by Katie Schlientz
written by Katie Schlientz
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Get ready for Norwalk City Limits! The 5-day music event kicks off Wednesday, January 24th to Sunday, January 28th. A collaboration between Norwalk Now restaurants and area musicians, it is the first of its kind to promote the town, each other, and all that Norwalk has to offer.

Adding to the music-filled week, Norwalk Now restaurants offer “City Grub” promotional options for the ultimate dinner, drinks, and show experience:

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Peaches Southern Pub & Juke Joint

Peaches is well-known for offering live music—heck, it’s got Juke Joint in its name—and this event is no different, celebrating some of the best local artists. To accompany the entertainment, owner Greer Fredericks is offering two glasses of wine and an appetizer (did someone say County Fair Bacon?) for $25 from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
Live Music: Jan. 24th + 25th at 6 p.m., Jan. 26th + 27th at 9:30 p.m., Jan. 28th at 12 p.m. + 4 p.m.
Go: 7 Wall Street, Norwalk, CT 06850

 

O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant

During City Limits, you’ll listen to tunes by the Ritzy Chickens and The Ale Hounds at O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant, where you’ll also find a killer deal. Available during lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday, the pub is offering a $20 prix fixe including appetizer, entrée, and dessert featuring their Irish specialties.
Live Music: Jan. 24th + 25th at 7 p.m., Jan. 26th + 27th at 10 p.m., Jan. 28th at 4 p.m.
Go: 93 North Main Street, South Norwalk, CT 06854

 

The Spread

Consider dining late Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday at The Spread. The team is pairing music with a pairing menu—select any large plate and drink of your choice for $30 per person. Our suggestion? The smooth tunes of Charlie Scopoletti, Pan Seared Scallops in Truffle Butter, and the Fog Horn craft cocktail are pure perfection.
Live Music: Jan. 24th at 9 p.m., Jan. 25th at 9:30 p.m., Jan. 28th at 9 p.m.
Go: 70 North Main Street, South Norwalk, CT 06854

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Washington Prime

Washington Prime is extending their Happy Hour deal—half off select appetizers, raw bar, glasses of wine, beer, and signature cocktails—during all in-house performances. Here, the small bites shine; try trending veggie-forward dishes (yes, at a steakhouse!) like the Roots & Honey and Cauliflower Gratin.
Live Music: Jan. 25th at 4 p.m., Jan. 27th at 12 p.m., Jan. 28th at 4 p.m.
Go: 141 Washington Street, South Norwalk, CT 06854

Killer B  

Burgers, bacon, beer, bourbon… and beats? Killer B is (unofficially) adding one more b-word to their tagline. Swing by to check out the eatery’s newly revamped menu bringing a few more vegetarian options into the mix. Visit with a friend or two—for $25 per person, you can enjoy a small plate of your choice family-style and an entrée per person during City Limits.
Live Music: Jan. 25th + 26th at 8 p.m.
Go: 80 Washington Street, South Norwalk, CT 06854

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El Segundo

I will warn you—it’s going to be hard to choose one of Chef Carlos Baez’s dishes featuring flavors from across the world. But we can steer you forward in drink selections—during Saturday’s City Limits performance by Matt Fernandez, you can throw back $3 shots of Jägermeister or Jameson or enjoy $8 regular or spicy Margaritas.
Live Music: Jan. 27th at 4 p.m.
Go: 3 North Water Street, South Norwalk, CT 06854

 

Johnny Utah’s

Headed to Johnny Utah’s to experience City Limits? You’ll want to get their early. Not only can you score a spot to see Badboy, Connecticut’s premier party rock cover band, but the bar is serving up $5 cocktails until the performance starts at 10 p.m.
Live Music: Jan. 27th at 10 p.m.
Go: 80 Washington Street, South Norwalk, CT 06854

 

Beach House

Make it a boozy brunch! While Glenn Roth strums the strings at Beach House, you can sip on a complimentary glass of Cabernet Sauvignon or Pinot Noir. Not a fan of the vino? No worries. Take advantage of this brunch spot’s “Almost Bottomless Mimosa”—your first glass is $9.50, and the mimosas that follow jump down to $2 per glass!
Live Music: Jan. 28th at 12 p.m.
Go: 19 North Water Street, South Norwalk, CT 06854

Win a $500 Norwalk Now gift package during City Limits

Norwalk City Limits will be holding a social media contest in search of spirited City Limits Groupies! The contest rules are simple. Budding groupies need only submit pictures of themselves taken with Norwalk City Limits musicians throughout the week. The groupie with the MOST pictures submitted will be entered to win a $500 gift package from Norwalk Now! Be sure to tag @NorwalkNow in your NCL photos and email your full entries to [email protected] at the end of the week.

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Norwalk Now Gears Up for Live Music Series to Kick Off the New Year

by Katie Schlientz
written by Katie Schlientz
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Norwalk City Limits

January 24-28, 2018
Norwalk Now Gears Up for Live Music Series to Kick Off the New Year

Norwalk “City Grub” to Feature Enticing Prix Fixe Menus

January 2, 2018, Norwalk, CT: Norwalk Now, the collaborative marketing group comprised of businesses throughout Norwalk’s urban core, is gearing up for their first self-produced event, Norwalk City Limits. Music enthusiasts can look forward to a 5-day long music scheduled featuring local talent performing at participating Norwalk Now restaurants, shops, and attractions. The event, designed to showcase area musicians, create local foot traffic, and relieve cabin fever, is the first in a series of innovative events that have Norwalk businesses working together to promote their town, each other, and all that Norwalk has to offer.

“Norwalk Now takes every form of exposure, including social media, print and digital platforms, direct marketing to consumers, and events, and works together as a cohesive team to further promote individual businesses, as well as the town of Norwalk as a whole, “says Norwalk Now Director Linda Kavanagh, “Norwalk City Limits is a massive 5-day schedule of live music performances which embraces all styles of music from acoustic rock, pop, jazz, fusion, country, and even children’s music.”

Joining favorite live music destinations such as Peach’s Southern Pub & Juke Joint which will feature acoustic originals by Griffin Anthony, and the recently opened Wall Street Theater that will have Tom “The Suit” Forst, the Jason Gisser Band, and the Doug Wahlberg Band rockin’ the house, consumers will have the opportunity to enjoy the guitar genius of Glenn Roth at The Spread, Jazz Brunch at Washington Prime with Bob Stewart and the New Orleans Beatniks, family entertainment at The Maritime Aquarium with Music Together Of Fairfield County, and indie/folk music from the captivating singer-songwriter Maribyrd at Killer B – just a sampling from the over 30 scheduled performances.

Adding to the music-filled week, Norwalk Now restaurants will offer “City Grub”, promotional prix fixe menus for the ultimate dinner and a show experience.  Norwalk City Limits will also hold a social media contest in search of spirited City Limits Groupies. Contests rules are simple. Budding groupies need only submit pictures of themselves taken with Norwalk City Limits musicians throughout the week. The groupie with the most pictures submitted will be entered to win a $500 gift package from Norwalk Now.

“We are all looking forward to a great week of live music and dining,” says Washington Prime Owner Rob Moss, “Creating excitement within our town and working alongside our fellow business owners is what has helped establish Norwalk, and will continue to grow Norwalk as a true destination city in New England.”

MUSIC SCHEDULE AS OF JANUARY 2, 2018

WWW.NORWALKNOW.ORG

*Norwalk Now was launched in October of 2017. Sponsored by the Norwalk Parking Authority, Norwalk Now is a non-profit organization with vested participation from Norwalk businesses. Norwalk Now is managed by MaxEx Public Relations, LLC. 

 

This press release was supplied to IntoxiKate.com.
Photos provided by Norwalk Now.

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All Taste, No Travel: Explore Street Food at El Segundo

by Katie Schlientz
written by Katie Schlientz

There is no doubt the culinary world has been influenced by pop culture. As the Food Network became a household name, chefs’ profiles increased dramatically, shedding some serious light on the previously-mysterious activities of the back of the house. New restaurants popped up with windows into the kitchen, where diners get an inside look at the life of a professional food prep, the craziness of the Friday dinner rush fully exposed. Local chefs became mini-celebrities.

The rise of social media has certainly helped things along. Encouraging collaborations from the restaurant next door, to the restaurant across the globe, chefs have access to a plethora of food photos to reference for inspiration and innovation. We, of course, reap the benefits and add to the conversation along the way.

At a time when we are one Instagram search away from exploring some of the best foods from across the word, street food has peaked our interest, influencing food trends for the past few years.

It also influenced a group of local guys who are well-known for stirring up serious fun up in SoNo. With their first restaurant—The Spread—under their belt, Chris Hickey, Andrey Cortes, Chris Rasile, and Shawn Longyear opened up El Segundo in 2016, an exploration of street foods from across the world.

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I chat with Chris Hickey about the El Segundo concept, collaborating on Norwalk Now, and opening The Spread in Greenwich.

Take it from a gal who has eaten at countless restaurants from across the county—finding a chef who can cook dishes from the Dominican Republic to Germany to Vietnam (and everything in between) is a feat, but Executive Chef Carlos Baez makes it look like a breeze.

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The Banh Mi, for example, with its braised pork, pickled daikon and carrots, jalapeños, cucumbers, and cilantro could have been picked up roadside in Vietnam. The pork pâté is an added bonus.

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Chef has fun with “American” food as well, creating a fried chicken and waffle cone topped with fries, cole slaw, and spicy aioli.

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To read more, check out my blog post dedicated to El Segundo on the Norwalk Now website. Norwalk Now is Norwalk in real time — the heartbeat of a New York City suburb featuring the vibrant retail, dining, entertainment, and recreational lifestyle of a thriving coastal community.

{El Segundo: 3 North Water St., Norwalk, CT, 203-939-9765, www.elsegundosono.com}

*This is a sponsored post brought to you by Norwalk Now. The opinions are completely my own and based on my experience.*

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