Sausage Fest 2011!!

A few weeks ago, I got to thinking that I should host my first solo event at Chez Silvia.  The Memorial Day holiday provided the perfect opportunity to gather friends together to celebrate the arrival of summer while also memorializing the events of the past - perfect. As I considered the invite list and the … Continue reading Sausage Fest 2011!!

For sale: lifestyle complete with living space

You'll never imagine what's in here!  photo: Skip Dickstein, Times-UnionMy friend, Will and his partner, Raj, are moving on to a new domestic project, which means their current home is newly on the market.  They've received quite a bit of media attention, with articles in both the Times Union and posted on All Over Albany, relating to … Continue reading For sale: lifestyle complete with living space

Pizza @Cafe Capriccio

Pizza a la CapriccioLooks like there may be a new contender in AOA's Tournament of Pizza.  Friday night Yasmine, Will and I ventured  to Capriccio for a late night, grown-up dinner and were the lucky recipients of Franco's beautiful circle of love. The pizza Margherita was delicious!  Six slices of crisp crust, fresh, flavorful sauce, and generous mozzarella … Continue reading Pizza @Cafe Capriccio

Where there’s a Will…

WillThis is my friend, Will.  If you're an Albanian, chances are you've met him at some social event or another.  Or perhaps at a restaurant because he does enjoy dining out frequently.  Will is a realtor and the owner of a fabulously unique living space that was recently featured on All Over Albany.  If you're lucky, you've … Continue reading Where there’s a Will…

Pass(ing it) Over

While on vacation in Palm Springs, I participated in my first Seder. What a wonderful experience! It was everything I'd ever imagined - filled with ritual, food based, and slightly chaotic. The perfect religious and special meal. The opportunity to enjoy a Seder dinner arose when Griffin and I visited an old friend of mine. The last time … Continue reading Pass(ing it) Over