Can you smell that? It’s the scent of summer slowly escaping us, which means right now is the perfect time to harvest your summer tomatoes. Because there’s nothing better than keeping the best season of the year alive in the cold days of winter. What You’ll Need: 4 teaspoons – Fennel Seeds 1.5 teaspoons –…
Read MoreTomatillo Salsa The only thing hotter than the summer heat is this farm fresh, green salsa. We specifically like to indulge mid happy hour with a margarita in hand. It’s the perfect alternative to the traditional tomato-based salsa and a great addition to any home party or picnic. What you’ll need: 6 Tomatillos, cut in…
Read MoreNot ready to say goodbye to summer? You’re in luck. Our Strawberry Shortcake recipe will keep the flavors of summer alive, at least until those farm fresh strawberries disappear from the market. Shortcakes are a fun way to highlight any fruit that’s in season. Delectable alternatives that we like to experiment with are peaches, blueberries…
Read MoreI was a guest at the Blue Island Oyster Company on Long Island along with 4 of my colleagues from Neuman’s Kitchen. Prior to this visit, the only thing I knew about oysters was that I loved them and they were difficult to open, so I was very excited to see the operation and find…
Read MoreIt’s summertime and the living’s easy – at least in the Lower East Side. We’ve channeled our inner mixologist to create the perfect summertime cocktails… because who wouldn’t want a festive, icy liquid refreshment in this weather? The Bombay Bird 1.5oz Vodka 1.5oz Pineapple Juice .5oz Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice .75oz Campari .75oz Dark Cane…
Read MoreWaking up to a delivery of naturally-raised, sustainable fish from True North Salmon is like a dream come true. Deliciously inspired by the smells and sounds of summer, our Executive Sous Chef, Adam Starowicz, set out to create a seasonally sound dish that promises to satisfy. Elegant yet comforting, this dish is bound to leave…
Read MoreEvery Sunday afternoon, from the time I was about 9 years old, my father and I would spend the afternoon in our kitchen. Sometimes we would get out our tattered copy of Julia Child’s “Mastering the Art of French Cooking” and try to replicate something my father had enjoyed while traveling with my mother in…
Read MoreAs if life wasn’t sweet enough on Fridays, National Doughnut Day will steal the attention of dessert-lovers everywhere on Friday, June 5th. How will we be partaking in the festivities? We thought you’d never ask. Introducing: The Pork Belly Doughnut. What started as a practical joke, became a delicious sensation for our Executive Sous Chef,…
Read MoreWhat’s better than good friends and great food? We’re at a loss for words. Amp up your next get together with our guide to the perfect party: Invite your friends individually by phone or in person. The votes are in – and it’s unanimous – the day of the group text, is over. If you’re…
Read MoreBecause we’re in the mood for a summer cocktail Pour your friends a glass of Peach Basil Sangria in celebration of summer! This recipe is quick, refreshing and borderline addicting. Perfect for pairing with a piece of balsamic glazed chicken, or any morsel you can grab from the grill! Try it out and let us…
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