Eat. Drink. Live.
Did you know Frosty the Snowman was born in Armonk? Indeed, he was. The “village square” was Armonk’s historic downtown, and, according to local legend: “The lyricist of the winter holiday classic, Steve Nelson, was a frequent visitor to Armonk […]
A terrific recipe from Melissa Clark and the Cooking web site of the New York Times. It may become a Thanksgiving tradition in our household. [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:18] Related posts: Lemon Tart with a Layer of Chocolate Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies Coconut […]
Here’s to a week nearly over. Old Overholt with a splash of vermouth. Related posts: Double-Cut Pork Chops and The Great Gatsby Cocktail Recipe: Rye Manhattans Sam at Didier Dumas Patisserie Cocktail Recipe: Old Fashioned
A super cool event at Half Time, the beer super-store in Mamaroneck. On Small Bites, we featured 24 beers (four six-pack) selected by Half Time, with tasting notes and pairing suggestions: Mixed Six. Then Megan and the Half Time […]
Just after waking, out my bedroom window. I just liked the light. And the orange. Looks pretty, doesn’t it? Related posts: The First Real Sign of Fall Sunday Morning Play Fall Foliage in Upstate New York: High Falls, Rosendale & […]
We had an absolute blast at Harvest Gala, the annual church fundraiser. We snuck bites of steak in the kitchen, drank yummy rose wine and danced. Great time. Here are some pic: Related posts: A Harvest Costume Party at Church […]
The new Cafe Barcel: Social 162. We popped in for a drink before heading to Harvest Gala, and found some very well made cocktails indeed. This is the Social 162 Butterfly, a gin drink, which was quite good: The calamari […]
Kelli and her crew were up visiting, and we caught up over a great brunch at The Cookery in Dobbs Ferry. The food there is so god damn good; I just wish I could get there more often. Sam and […]
We did a Saturday night at “the restaurant,” as Sam likes to call any restaurant at all. This particular one was Maura’s Kitchen, which we love. Indeed, we love it so much that I wrote it for our “Restaurants We […]
Here’s a great slow cooker recipe for Halloween night — or any night. It’s adapted from this Chicken Paprikash with Sour Cream recipe from Epicurious. [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:17] Related posts: Thai Coconut-Chicken Soup Chicken Soup with Lime and Hominy (Sopa de Lima) […]
I try to go for a walk at work as often as I can. But even after more than a year of walking circles around our building, I still hadn’t followed a little sign that says “Pond and Nature Trail.” […]
DVine Bar, yes! Kris and I hit Joe’s new restaurant late-night after seeing Disgraced on Broadway. We got to try a few other dishes. (See my first report on the Small Bites blog here: DVine Bar Sparkill: First Look.) Totally […]
A wonderful pre-theater discovery thanks to my friend and colleague Karen: Lantern’s Keep, an honest-to-goodness cocktail bar right in the heart of midtown. Greg and I hit it up the evening we saw On the Town. It’s a super-cool place with […]
After a grain-salad happy summer, it’s time to transition. Yes, we’ll still be combining grains with vegetables and herbs and tossing with dressing, but the vegetables and herbs are changing. Read more: Wheatberry Salad with Zucchini and Snap Peas So […]
By the fire: pork chops, squash and arugula salad. Yes, fall has arrived. Related posts: Fall is Here, and We Have Squash for Supper Sunday Night Supper: Pork Chops and Heirloom Tomatoes Autumn in New York: The Flatiron Building and […]
It was only years in the making. Joe Printz, owner of the Grape D’Vine Wine Shop in Sparkill, finally opened the doors to his long awaited restaurant, DVine Bar in Sparkill. It took us a while to get there, but […]
Down by the Filling Station, there’s a bike trail that I think connects to the old State Park in Piermont. If you veer off the bike path into the woods, you can walk along these old pipelines. It’s like walking […]
It’s been ages since we had pizza at the Nanuet Hotel! The place has been around forever (the 40s maybe?); I remember going there with my high school soccer team! The food was delicious — and cheap! For a […]
A walk downtown for lunch from the street fair. Must say, it was a bit disappointing. But a fun outing nonetheless. Related posts: Nyack Street Fair Lunch and a Walk with Sam Of Cardinals and Street Fairs and Gardens and […]
On a beautiful fall morning, a hike around the old Nike Trails with Kris and Suzanna. A few pics of the fall foliage for your viewing pleasure! Related posts: Fall at the Farmers Market, With Karen! Fall Harvest at Dr. […]
Ever since having met chef Anges Devereaux at a Hudson Valley Restaurant Event eons ago, I’ve wanted to dine at her restaurant. It’s all that I’d hoped it would be, and more. The Village Tea Room in New Paltz brings […]
Sometimes it’s nice to just motor along on the blue roads, looking out the window at not anything in particular. This is one of those days. The old rail bridge – now pedestrian — over Rosendale. (As noted in Alex […]
Also known as: “Helga, Meghan and Leigh Are the Dorks of New York.” (Props to Helga for supplying the ornithological visuals.) This Goldpost is a spoiler alert if you haven’t read the book. But if you have—as many friends of […]
There’s a little chicken joint in the strip mall down the road from the farm. After 10 years, we finally decided to give it a try. Wow! So glad we did! While the rice and beans weren’t the best, the […]
So much depends upon the beautiful light dappling from the trees along the bike path. Related posts: Friend Me on Map My Ride! Here’s a Walk on the Esposito Path Breakfast Buffet for the Farm Guests Saturday Walk with Samantha A […]
Mom, heading out of town, dropped off her CSA share. In it were peppers, eggplant, tomatoes and squash. Ratatouille, then! I dreaded the idea of having to saute (or roast) each vegetable separately, and so I was so thrilled to […]
Usually we have one before October, but this year, no! Let the fall begin. Related posts: The Farm’s First Fire of the Season Lamb, Kale, Squash and the First Fire of the Season The Farm’s First Fire of the Season […]
It’s been quite a while since we’ve had a supper at the Ranch! We took Sam over, put her in the crib and had a fun time with Grammy and LeighLo. I didn’t take many photos, but we did have […]
Evening’s chill chases us off the patio, but we hold on to summer with a bottle Croteaux rose and bruschetta with corn-tomato salsa. Our entree, cod with bok choy, is served with a side of fall. Good friends and neighbors, […]
A nice bright flash of white near the patio. The nights are getting cooler, though, so weren’t not enjoying them as much as we should! Related posts: Garden Update: Blueberries, Apricots, Daisies Candlelit Limelight Hydrangea Update on the Garden: Phlox, […]
My husband, Greg, and I are co-founders of SCF, which chronicles what we eat, drink and grow as we raise our daughter on a tiny plot of land in the Lower Hudson Valley.
