All Entries in the "Eats & Sips" Category
Junior’s Most Fabulous Cheesecake…Truly
Recently, my husband and I were out on a date night. We went to the theater and were on a New York City high. At the end of our show, we walked out on to the street, the brisk, fresh Fall breeze kissing our faces hello. The lights shone giving life to the always vibrant [...]
BYOB to Zafra in Hoboken, NJ
I love Cuban cuisine. It is flavorful and spicy (not hot), and just plain good! And my absolute favorite Cuban dish is the Ropa Vieja (shredded beef). Now, it sounds simple enough, but quite honestly, a really great Ropa Vieja dish is not easy to find. It takes great skill to balance the natural “saltiness” [...]
From Fast To Feast On Main Street
When you visit Kew Gardens Hills in Queens this time of year, you will see a lot of hustle and bustle as people restock their kitchens with food and beverages in preparation for the many Jewish holidays to come. Rosh Hashanah was a feast in itself and recipes with honey, carrots, dates, and raisins filled [...]
Rosh Hashanah Is Quite The Scene In Queens
Even though Rosh Hashanah is just a few days away, families in Kew Gardens Hills, NY (Queens) have been preparing for the Jewish New Year for over a month or more. No matter how far in advance we plan, there is always something that comes up and we need to run out to the store [...]
Kosher Food In Queens
When I first came to Queens almost eight years ago, I was most impressed by the number of kosher restaurants on the main drag (Main Street, between Jewel Avenue and 76th Avenue). Fast forward five years and now there is everything from Sushi, Middle Eastern, Mexican (meat), European, Italian (dairy), and Lox and Bagels. I [...]
Fabulous NYC Locations for a Girl’s (Mom’s) Night Out
As a single mom, I don’t get out much. Well, let me restate that. As a single mom, I don’t get out much to grown-up events. I have an extremely full social life, except that it mostly revolves around kiddie concerts, toddler play dates and trips to the playground at the end of my block. [...]
Kid-Friendly Cheap Eats: NYC Restaurants that Parents Love
Living in New York City can be a magical experience, filled with access to various cultures through events, exhibits, and through food. Living in New York City can also be a financially draining experience, particularly if you have children. Here you will find some of the best kid-friendly cheap eats in Manhattan; some are [...]
La Dolce Divas Bakery: Butter, Sugar and Old School Recipes
I knew the first time I entered La Dolce Divas Bakery in downtown Englewood, NJ a year ago that I was in trouble. I threw caution to the wind as I gazed at the scrumptious cakes enclosed in glass domes along the counter, teasing me to try a slice of their moist, decadent goodness. I [...]
Veniero’s Pasticceria and Caffe’- An Oldie but Goodie
If you’re looking for an authentic Italian pastry shop and café in the East Village you might want to give this place a try. This family owned 115 year old eatery offers generous servings at a decent price. As soon as you step foot into Veniero’s you are greeted by its history. Displaying many of [...]
