Category: Restaurants

Seven-year (p)itch

So...this Wednesday, 12/17, is the 7th anniversary of the Wine Bar & Bistro on Lark. Yes, that did go fast! I've been onboard for the last 4 years and consider myself fortunate to be able to continue having a presence in the local food scene in such a special spot, especially since my availability is … Continue reading Seven-year (p)itch →

Don’t cook tonight!

How about eating for a good cause instead? New World Bistro & Bar is generously donating 15% of tonight's sales to the DelSo's very own Normanskill Farm. Why not save that bunch of kale and box of Annie's for another night and instead head to NWBB for something a bit more interesting? The Normanskill Farm … Continue reading Don’t cook tonight! →

Twelve ways to be popular – in 3 easy steps

1. Get yourself invited to a party. 2. Stop at Cheesecake Machismo and select 12 individual slices arranged into a Frankencake for $40. 3. Prepare to be the most popular party guest. I love Cheesecake Machismo. I don't get there too often because I have no self-control when it comes to their cheesecake. If you … Continue reading Twelve ways to be popular – in 3 easy steps →

Sipping from Siro’s Cup

Last night I attended my first Saratoga "event," the 21st Annual Newton Plaza Siro’s Cup.  I was thoughtfully included in a friend's group and during a very busy week, it was the thing for which I was most excited.  What to wear? Could I forsake peer comfort with foot comfort and wear flats? Accessories were … Continue reading Sipping from Siro’s Cup →

Come on in my Cucina

See that post title above?  I have a confession about it... I seriously almost used  a more, shall we say, colorful homophonic version of the word "come,"  but chose not to because I was afraid it might be interpreted as vulgar.  I may be salty at times with my language choices, but crass is something … Continue reading Come on in my Cucina →

Sunday dinner out in the DelSo

One of the first images to enter my brain last Sunday morning came to me courtesy of an email from Living Social.  They were offering a deal for Yanni's Too, a place known for its fried calamari, and the picture accompanying the sales pitch became my obsession and inspiration for the day.  Crispy looking golden … Continue reading Sunday dinner out in the DelSo →