Celebrating snake eyes and an unexpected trip from Korea to China

Yesterday my youngest son turned 11.  I wish I could remember exactly what time of day he was born, but it’s honestly kind of a blur. I think that happens once you have more than two children, some of the specific details no longer stick.  In complete honesty, I sometimes have to pause to recall … Continue reading Celebrating snake eyes and an unexpected trip from Korea to China

Crushed for my crush

I was absolutely heartbroken yesterday to learn that Sentinel Butchery had closed their doors after a valiant attempt to provide best quality, local meats to the Capital District. Maybe you never had a chance to get to Emily Peterson's shop or consume the products she brought from farm to table, but I assure it was … Continue reading Crushed for my crush

(Sometimes) I want to be alone

(Said in a Greta Garbo voice, pronouncing want vant.) As I sat on the train heading south to Hudson on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, I considered my decision to take the trip solo. I had made two attempts to find a companion for the day, but didn't find a taker. No worries whatsoever.  I'd been … Continue reading (Sometimes) I want to be alone

PB Boulangerie

When you think of beach food, French pastry probably doesn't usually come to mind. While I certainly love fried scallops, chowder and s'mores, sometimes I want something a little more refined. For those instances, PB Boulangerie fits the bill perfectly. I've been interested in getting to this spot for a good number of years, however, … Continue reading PB Boulangerie

Sunday supper – Carbonara with delicata squash

Things have been so busy lately that I've fallen a bit behind in my Bon Appetits. I finally took a few minutes this weekend to catch up on the most recent issues, and the timing couldn't have been better - there was a simple pasta recipe and, other than the pancetta, I had everything on … Continue reading Sunday supper – Carbonara with delicata squash

5 Things to love at Peck’s Arcade

The delight of sitting at the kitchen bar (aka worshipping at the altar of Nick Ruscitto) next to my sweetie, perusing the menu. These insane, buttery, crisp crab fritters. The wonderful take on surf and turf we indulged in - beef short ribs and crab legs.  That chimichurri is so beyond what any pesto could … Continue reading 5 Things to love at Peck’s Arcade