Nibble: CT Food Events for Week of October 8-15 Features News Events Emma Jane-Doody Stetson October 05, 2018 October 11 is Ladies Night Out at Sport Hill Farm! Join them for an evening of female farm fun featuring honey inspired light bites, casual conversation, and henna tattoos (temporary!). BYOB. The event runs from 7:30-9 pm and costs $28 per person. Stony Creek's annual Docktoberfest will unfold on October 13. They're turning the brewery into a German Beer Garden with live music, games, food trucks, and beer! Fairfield Restaurant Week returns October 8-14. More than 30 restaurants throughout Fairfield are participating with special fixed price lunch and dinner menus. The Hubbard Park Fall Food Truck Fair in Meriden returns October 13 and 14. There will be Food Trucks, local vendors, kids’ entertainment, live music, and more. Read More
Tim LaBant’s Neapolitan Pizza ‘Parlor’ Now Open in Wilton Restaurant Wilton Openings Pizza Lunch Kid Friendly Homepage Andrew Dominick October 02, 2018
Guide To Connecticut Caterers: 2018 Holidays Made Easy! (sponsored post) Features Catering Holiday Best of CT Entertaining Homepage April Guilbault September 30, 2018 Less than 90 days until Christmas and less than 70 until Hanukkah. Please don’t hate us, we want to help you! Wonderful, albeit somewhat stressful holiday gatherings are fast approaching and with them come the planning, cooking, and hosting. Looking to streamline and maybe, eh-hem, enjoy your holidays this year? Toss those oven mitts aside, grab a cold, ice-clinking drink and hire a caterer for your soirees! Courteous and attentive staffs, creative and unique presentations, swoon-worthy and drool-worthy foods. When we put it that way, what’s to discuss? CTbites has assembled a list of caterers that are sure to lend that special bit of flair to your gathering, whether it be grand or cozy. These folks are eager to please and ready to tackle the upcoming season with panache. Book now, though, or those oven mitts might be back on your hands. Read More
CRUSH: Norwalk Now Presents 5 Days of Beer, Wine, & Spirits Themed Events October 16-20th (Yass!!!) (sponsored post) Features Beer Cocktails Bar Norwalk South Norwalk Events CTbites Team September 30, 2018 NORWALK NOW presents CRUSH, A 5 Day Celebration of Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tuesday thru Saturday, October 16-20, 2018 (*Sunday Bonus – DETOX Run/Walk/Bike/Yoga).CRUSH comes to Norwalk! This 5-day schedule of thirst-quenching events celebrating the beer, wine, and spirits world is being presented by Norwalk Now’s talented group of businesses and special guests from the beverage world. Visit the CRUSH calendar page for the complete schedule. New events are being added every day, and reservations are suggested for all events. Read More
35+ Places for Great Coffee in Connecticut: 2018 Edition Features Restaurant Best of CT Coffee Tea And Coffee Homepage Emma Jane-Doody Stetson September 28, 2018 When temperatures plummet, it’s the perfect time to warm up with a piping hot cup of joe! These shops, restaurants, and markets serve up some of Connecticut’s best java, from espresso to cups to iced options. Be sure to check out the pastries and other eats, too! Read More
Stamford's Fairway Wines and Spirits Helps Consumers to Go Green by Drinking Red or White Closed with Natural Cork Features News CTbites Team September 28, 2018 More and more consumers are considering the environmental impact of the food they eat and the beverages they drink. We've seen it most recently in the concerns over plastic straws. With that in mind, wine drinkers may be interested to know how their wine is closed and how that closure affects our ecosystem. Stamford's Fairway Wines and Spirits is taking a leading role in this dynamic. Starting September 29th, Fairway Wines and Spirits will begin an educational campaign in its stores in CT, NY and NJ. The Saturday, September 29th 1pm-3pm kickoff event in Stamford will include select wine tastings and prizes for those who bring in 3 or more corks to recycle. Customers will learn how it is that cork is biodegradable, sustainable and recyclable. Read More
Nibble: CT Food Events For Week of September 30th - October 7th Features Events News Oktoberfest Homepage Emma Jane-Doody Stetson September 27, 2018 On October 7, put your stomach to the ultimate test with the inaugural Dew Drop Wing Eating Contest! It costs $25 per person to enter and proceeds go to the Boys & Girls Club. Millwright’s Social Club, in conjunction with The Wise Old Dog, will take place on Wednesday October 3 from 6-7:30pm. The “casual night of food and drink in the loft” will feature wines from Lieu Duet and Peterson Winery. It is $50 per person. On October 4, Hadley + Occum, Farm Dinner Events continue with Chefs from Àvert. The series takes place at Sub Edge Farm in Farmington from 6-9pm. It’s the end of summer (sigh) and Artisan in Southport invites you to an “End of Summer Patio Party” on Tuesday October 4. From 5-7pm, enjoy complimentary cocktails, passed hors d’oeuvres, and live music. Read More
Beer Podcast: An Interview with Noble Jay Brewing Ken Tuccio September 27, 2018 In 2015 Noble Jay Brewing made headlines by funding a Kickstarter campaign to make their dream of opening a brewery a reality. Then ... nothing happened ... for three years. It wasn't until this year, 2018, that Noble Jay finally opened their doors and poured their first beers as a fully functioning brewery. What was with the delay? What went wrong? Ken Tuccio sits down with Mike Lincoln, the founder of Noble Jay, to talk about the long, long road they took to get to where they are today. Listen here. Read More
It's A Woman's World: Linda Kavanagh, President, MaxEX PR Features Interview Jeanne Muchnick September 26, 2018 Our new series, “It’s A Woman’s World’ is devoted to Fairfield County female influencers who’ve forged their own paths, often in food-related fields long dominated by men.Whether farming the land, bringing healthy food to the masses, feeding an entrepreneurial spirit or injecting feminism with food, these groundbreaking ladies have set a new definition of women’s work, creating new paths and setting examples for those who follow. How'd they do it? Read on. This week, we feature Linda Kavanagh, President, MaxEX PR. Stay tuned to see who’s next. And feel free to send suggestions for your candidates to steph@ctbites.com. Read More
Goats N’ Roses: A Wonderful, Wacky Farmstand Restaurant Restaurant Malborough Breakfast Lunch Connecticut Magazine September 25, 2018 Get over to Goats N’Roses while the weather is still acceptable. Connecticut Magazine shares a must-visit spot in Malborough. Somehow, despite all I’d heard and read in praise of Goats N’ Roses in Marlborough, I still wasn’t prepared for the experience of eating here.Words, after all, don’t really do this place justice.Driving along a sparse stretch of Route 66 in Marlborough, you know you’ve arrived at The Farm at Carter Hill, where Goats N’ Roses is located, when you see a vintage gas station and small sign proclaiming this as the home of Goats N’ Roses, an “edgy eatery.” Turning in you enter a space that feels part farm and part Cold War-era roadside attraction. The complex of buildings and fields is home to a bed and breakfast, general store, pub and event barn. There is even an animal pen filled with goats who jump and dance on their hind legs. An elaborate series of bridges crisscrosses the goat pen, allowing them to show off their climbing abilities. Read More
L'Escale Restaurant in Greenwich: Under The Radar and Better Than Ever Restaurant Greenwich Seafood brunch Lunch American French Homepage Lou Gorfain September 23, 2018 Connecticut claims its share of Celebrity Chefs. These culinary artists routinely win Food Network Competitions, earn James Beard commendations, and enjoy (or endure) their roles as restaurant Rock Stars.Though less lionized, Chef Frederic Kieffer is every bit their equal. He created the exquisite l’Escale in Greenwich, followed by Artisan in Southport, then again in West Hartford. All are considered gems … and like Kieffer himself, understated. Read More
Photo Gallery: Greenwich Wine & Food 2018 Saturday's Festivities Features Gallery Events Andrew Dominick September 23, 2018 Greenwich Wine + Food 2018 has come and gone, but it’s never too soon to relive some of those mouthwatering memories. CTbites’ own Andrew Dominick shares a photo guide to Saturday’s lineup. If you’re in the CT food industry, you may find yourself below… Read More
Nibble: CT Food Events For Week of September 24-31 Features Events News Emma Jane-Doody Stetson September 20, 2018 Get ready to cast YOUR vote at Chowdafest on Sept. 30th. 40 award winning chefs and restaurants come from all over New England to compete for the title of best chowder, soup and bisque in New England! Get your tix here. Gail Simmons of Top Chef and Iron Chef Canada is coming to Westport!! Taproot Restaurant is now offering “dinner and a movie” Tuesday-Thursday. Show them your movie ticket and they’ll offer you a $30 prix fixe menu with an appetizer, entrée, dessert, and popcorn. The new promotion starts at 5pm.Who knew you could make oysters TWELVE ways?! On Thursday September 27, Chef Carlos Baez of the Spread will be serving Oysters 12 ways with a portion of the proceeds bring donated to the Norwalk Harbor Keeper. Read More
It's A Woman's World: Kaline Capps, Executive Chef, Barcelona Wine Bar Features Interview Chef Talk Chef Homepage CTbites Team September 19, 2018 Fairfield County is full of trailblazing women, particularly in the culinary world. Which is why, with 2018 being proclaimed the Year of the Woman, we felt compelled to honor the pioneers among us. Our series, “It’s A Woman’s World’ is devoted to Fairfield County female influencers who’ve forged their own paths, often in food-related fields long dominated by men.How'd they do it? Read on. This week, we feature Kaline Capps, Executive Chef, Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant in Norwalk. Stay tuned to see who’s next. And feel free to send suggestions for your candidates to steph@ctbites.com. Read More
Playa Bowls Opens in Fairfield: Acai Bowls & Smoothies For All! Restaurant Fairfield healthy Smoothies Acai Bowl Lunch Breakfast CTbites Team September 18, 2018 Acai: the dark purple berry from the lush jungles of the Amazon has made its way to the recently opened Playa Bowls kitchen in Fairfield. With almost 50 locations, Playa Bowls has quickly grown from an idea in New Jersey to a nationwide phenomenon that highlights Acai, the berry that makes it all happen.Acai contains the nutrients that provide a natural energy boost that doesn’t overload the stomach. Playa Bowls uses this berry to its best ability by complementing it with concoctions of other fruits and intricate, yet simple, twists of decadent flavors that are rarely seen in a bowl. Read More
Podcast: An Interview with Patrick DiCaprio of Full Pours Podcast Features Beer CT Beer Podcast Ken Tuccio September 17, 2018 When Ken Tuccio first launched Food & Drink one of the things he wanted to do was a series of "With …" episodes. Episodes where he shared a meal or drinks with someone and had a conversation … not so much an interview, but more of a real chat. This is the first episode in that conceptualized sub-series. Ken sits down and has "Beers with" Patrick DiCaprio, the co-host of the Full Pours podcast. They discuss beer festivals, the boom of the CT beer scene, the new trend related to "one off labels" showing up in the market and more. Listen here. Read More
Bab al Salam Offers Authentic & Excellent Syrian Fare Restaurant Middle Eastern Mediterranean Lunch Orange Homepage Frank Cohen September 16, 2018 Middle Eastern restaurants, long a welcome presence in Connecticut, lately seem to be multiplying. One of the most intriguing is Bab al Salam, which is located in an Orange plaza owned by the New Haven Islamic Center, which also hosts the Orange Farmers’ Market, a Muslim clothing store, a Middle Eastern market with halal butcher, and meeting spaces for events. Bab al Salam opened in the middle of January. Owners Adnan Akil, a restaurant builder, and Suloman Chater, a restaurateur, both of whom have lived in the U.S. for decades, sought to replicate the food one might find in metropolises like Aleppo or Damascus in their homeland. They seem to have found a grateful audience in Orange. Read More
Nibble: CT Food Events For Week of September 16-23 Features Events Emma Jane-Doody Stetson September 14, 2018 The Tasty Yolk and The Food Network’s winner of “Chopped,” Bridgeport Fireman and Chef Daniel Brelsford, have collaborated to bring you “Smoke On The Yolk.” The September special is comprised of smoked pork belly, guajillo-maple mascarpone cream cheese, 2 eggs, and chicharrones on a NYC bagel. Food Rescue US will host a panel discussion and Q&A at Wakeman Town Farm on Monday September 18 from 6-7:30pm. The panel will feature Chef Jessica Bengston from Terrain, Chef Jeffrey Taibe from Taproot, Jonathan Kirschner from Ambler Farm, and more. The Greenwich Wine + Food Festival takes place September 21-22 at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park in Greenwich. This year, they welcome Daniel Boulud as well as returning chefs Adam Richman, Mary Giuliani, Scott Conant, and Alex Guarnaschelli. Read More
Final Schedule for The Greenwich Wine + Food Festival, Sept 21-22 Features Events CTbites Team September 14, 2018 The Greenwich Wine + Food Festival presented by PepsiCo today announced the final schedule and list of participants for both its Opening Night Master Chef Wine Dinner and Culinary Village events, benefitting the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, the Town of Greenwich Parks & Recreation Foundation and Ment’or. Check it out! Read More
MATCH Taco Opens Today in Black Rock, Bridgeport from Chef Matt Storch Restaurant Openings Mexican Tacos Delicious Dives Take Out To-Go Bridgeport Homepage Stephanie Webster September 13, 2018 Chef Matt Storch is at it again, this time with a concept that waxes nostalgic to his humble beginnings in the kitchen of the much loved Tex-Mex joint, "Tacos Or What?" in Westport. Tacos Or What was the local spot where Storch learned to love the business of food, and now, Match Taco is his latest venture going into the Black Rock neighborhood of Bridgeport.Storch plans to get back to his roots (yes, his grandma actually owned a restaurant in Mexico City) and get his hands into some serious tacos, burritos, nachos, quesadillas...all the Tex-Mex food you could want. Additionally Match Taco will be filling those weekend morning comfort food cravings with a full menu of breakfast sandwiches. Intrigued? Read on... Read More
