Thanksgiving is certainly looking a bit different this year. Most people aren’t traveling and won’t be with family for the holidays, so it’s the perfect year to experiment in the kitchen and do things a little differently. BluGlacier is a company that imports Chilean salmon here in the US, and they recently launched a new salmon delivery service called Oshēn […]

I became so obsessed with Safe + Fair’s allergen-free granola that I knew I had to experiment with it in the kitchen. Their Birthday Cake flavor is so addictive, I need them to start a subscription service so I can just always be fully stocked. In addition to using it as a topping on yogurt, smoothie bowls and in cereal, […]

We are currently in the middle of PRIDE season, and with a global pandemic keeping most of us home and indoors, unfortunately, all of the Pride parades, parties and celebrations have been cancelled. But that’s not enough to deter us from celebrating in other ways! As things in America are currently tumultuous and uncertain, we can at least rejoice in […]

Feta is a white brined cheese traditionally produced in Greece from sheep’s milk, or a combination of sheep and up to 30% goat milk. A staple of Greek cuisine as well as the Mediterranean diet, feta can be used in myriad ways to elevate a meal, whether as an entree, a side dish, or even dessert.  PDO stands for “designation […]

In advance of a week-long dedication to everyone’s favorite pairing, wine and cheese enthusiasts gathered in the cozy confines of Cocotte in the West Village to taste some of their most prized indulgences. New York City Cheese and Wine Week will kick off on March 18th, and we have some nuggets of gold to share ahead of time. Sourced from […]

On a coveted stretch of real estate in South Williamsburg comes a new addition to the blossoming Indian cuisine scene in Brooklyn. The space is expansive and welcoming, with an intentionally dated decor.  Masti has only been open for a month, but the food is reminiscent of centuries of recipes, passed down through generations.  I got to order a mix […]

The best of both worlds collide to create the perfect sweet snack that comes from French brand Michel et Augustin. Founded in 2004 by friends Augustin Paluel-Marmont and Michel de Rovira, the popular pastry company is now renowned in France. Their snacks, which are best described as a shortbread cookie meets chocolate bar, are as addictive as they are delicious, […]

Every day there seems to be a new food holiday that gives people a chance to indulge in the foods they love. While they may seem silly, why not partake?! You don’t need to tell me twice to eat a cookie for national chocolate chip cookie day! Coming up on January 25th is National Irish Coffee Day, and while it’s […]

While some people are counting calories and eliminating entire food groups, others take a more practical approach to the new year. Everything in moderation is how it should be done, which means that giving in to those cravings every once in a while is a-ok. And thank god for that! Acclaimed Pastry Chef David Zaquine, along with Jerome Assouline, just […]

Nestled between some of your favorite pre-theater restaurants in Hell’s Kitchen lies a relatively new French restaurant brought to you by restauranteur Sanjay Laforest. Le Privé boasts a welcome atmosphere, giving off elegant, Victorian-style decor, adorned with chandeliers, mirrors and red accents. While it’s cold and blustery outside now, come summertime, the space expands with its outdoor backyard oasis, which […]