12 Days of Christmas ~ Dining DelSo

On the third day of Christmas, I somehow ended up with three boys who are in complete disagreement about cheese preferences.  My oldest son will sit on the couch with a hunk of cheddar and go to town, while my middle guy will only eat soft Italian cheeses like mascarpone or ricotta, preferably sweetened.  And … Continue reading 12 Days of Christmas ~ Dining DelSo

12 days of Christmas ~ Dining DelSo

On the second day of Christmas my second born was thrilled to receive two freshly filled cannoli from Cardona's Market.  This child, who doesn't even like cheese, could not consume the lovely Italian pastries fast enough.  I mean, the powdered sugar was flying as he gobbled them down, no joke.  In addition to their delicious … Continue reading 12 days of Christmas ~ Dining DelSo

12 days of Christmas ~ Dining DelSo

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me...a kick ass bialy from All Good Bakers.  Ok, people, you must know about our DelSo Farm to Bakery restaurant, right?  Britin does a great job promoting their efforts and if there is a discussion about locally sourced produce or dairy, you can be … Continue reading 12 days of Christmas ~ Dining DelSo

Red Cross benefit to assist victims of Superstorm Sandy

I was fortunate enough to have an opportunity to shoot a TU SEEN gallery this week at  Yono's Restaurant in downtown Albany.  I think you know about my love for the Purnomo family, as well as my sincere admiration for all the good work they do for our community, and this event was a fine … Continue reading Red Cross benefit to assist victims of Superstorm Sandy

Mezze

I finally got to Mezze, an awesome restaurant just south of Williamstown, MA., after years of hearing about it.  I'd heard praise for this place for so long, I can't even remember who* originally recommended it.  Believe me, though, I would send that forgotten initial fan of the place a  "thank you" note if I … Continue reading Mezze