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FoodMayhem FoodMayhem In a chaotic world of food, FoodMayhem is bringing order. Written from New York City, FoodMayhem.com is all about... food! We love talking about food, writing about food, looking at food, taking pictures of food, making a blog about food, and, of cou
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Best of 2011
2011-12-31 20:41:00 Wow, 2011 has been a huge year for us because of one special ingredient: Cayenne. It felt like just yesterday that we were chatting on Twitter about #babymayhem the day I went into labor. Now, she’s already 10 1/2 months old! From the bottom of my heart, thank you all for so much support that ...
Brasserie 292
2011-12-16 16:52:00 Lon and I headed up to Poughkeepsie, NY for a nearly impromptu press trip this past Sunday. The plan was really to begin our tour on Monday morning and since we wanted to avoid Monday morning traffic we were on our own for Sunday. We didn’t have super high expectations for restaurants in a small, ... More About: Travel , Restaurants , French , Favorites
Bullseye Cookies
2011-12-09 20:28:00 I couldn’t decide what to make for #NYCookieSwap 2011. It’s a big deal with cookie greats like Dorie Greenspan attending! Lon saved the day and came up with an idea I loved: a way to combine three classic cookies that everyone loves. What’s better than your favorite cookie? Three of your favorite cookies in one! ... More About: Events , Cookies , Desserts
Fat Goose: Chef Jennifer Cole
2011-11-12 16:42:00 Sometimes sous chefs at fancy, expensive restaurants decide to become executive chefs at smaller, more casual restaurants. It’s a choice for life-style and freedom. When it happens, we (the customers) win! We get that same talented chef cooking for us at a fraction of the cost; plus no six-month wait for reservations. Finding these situations ... More About: Jennifer , Cole , Chef , Goose
Pumpkin Apple Streusel Muffin
2011-11-07 02:15:00 Perhaps I was subconsciously still thinking of that Pumpkin Cider Cocktail. Consciously, however, it hadn’t occurred to me until completing this pumpkin muffin recipe, tasting the muffins a few times, and even editing the photos, that there are notable similarities, yet important differences. One is a cocktail, perfect for an evening affair. The other, a ... More About: Apple , Desserts , American
Happy Halloween 2011
2011-11-01 01:04:00 A family that foods together stays together… or something. This is our first year celebrating Halloween with Cayenne and probably the last time (before she starts talking) where we can do whatever we want with her for the dressing up portion. We took that opportunity to play on her name, and hence you’re a pepper, ... More About: Holidays , Humor , Happy
Pumpkin Cider Cocktail
2011-10-25 02:49:00 We had foodie friends coming over for a potluck for no reason (#P4NR). Lately I’ve been trying to come up with interesting cocktails to serve to guests when they arrive. Something refreshing, to get things going, an aperitif to stimulate hunger — although with the food our friends brought, not much help was needed! The thought ... More About: Holidays , Drinks , Pumpkin , Cocktail
John Brown Smokehouse
2011-10-19 18:09:00 We are so happy to announce yet another awesome joint in the Long Island City vicinity, John Brown Smokehouse 25-08 37th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101. Owner and pitmaster Josh Bowen was at Hill Country before opening up his own place yet the food — other than being barbecue — does ... More About: Restaurants
Happy Birthday Jacquie
2011-10-07 23:03:00 In case you’re wondering, I’m still alive. Mommy-hood has been challenging but also so rewarding. The most difficult part is trying to figure out how to balance my life with Caya and my life as my own person. I still don’t have it figured out yet. I almost always feel like: next week, I’m going ... More About: Happy , Birthday
Tulcingo
2011-09-18 17:13:00 Back in November of 2010, I was desperately looking for poblanos to make my favorite black beans recipe. None of the supermarkets near me were selling them. At least five places were hit that day; some never sold it and some were just out. Eventually I went on-line to search for some Mexican markets is ... More About: Restaurants , Latin , Favorites
Kefalograviera & Saganaki
2009-09-23 15:09:00 Kefalograviera is a hard sheep’s milk cheese from Greece, not as hard as Parmigiano-Reggiano, and a tad drier than most cheddars. It’s a salty snackable cheese, perfect with crackers or fruit, and just as addictive eaten alone. It’s right in that very middle of strong enough to stand out but mild enough for any beginner, ... Related posts:Ground Husk Cherry Tomatoes More About: Shopping , Basics
Okra Succotash
2009-09-22 15:05:00 Any time okra comes up in conversation, it seems that half the crowd will scrunch their nose, the other half will jump up in excitement. I’m not sure if I’m the only one who doesn’t fall into either boat, but I eat it when it’s there and I could easily do without it. I understand ... Related posts:Quick Chinese Chicken Corn Soup More About: American , Okra
Peaches ?N Cream Pie
2009-09-21 14:45:00 There’s a couple of things that lead to the making of this pie. One, I’ve been wanting one of those ceramic deep dish pie plates for a long time, the ones with the ruffled edges. They look so modern country, new yet classic. Unfortunately, it was $44 at Williams Sonoma so I tried to forget ... Related posts:Sour Cream Lemon Cupcakes More About: Desserts , Peaches
San Francisco 2009
2009-09-20 06:28:00 San Francisco was the last stop on our mini tour of California. We were staying in The Mission at Vinnie and Kristine’s place, the most perfect place to stay because Philz Coffee (multi-locational) is just around the corner. I first tried Philz coffee two years ago, when I was in San Francisco for the Nike ... Related posts:San Francisco Coffee More About: Travel , Restaurants , San Francisco
Green Market Beans with Free Range Duck Eggs
2009-09-18 20:17:00 When you do a 10 day eating tour, you come home feeling a bit plump, rather bloated, and maybe a little unhealthy. Lon did not gain a pound, while I came home 3 to 4 pounds heavier. The first thing I did Monday was hit the Farmer’s Market in search of a healthy meal to ... Related posts:Dinner: Mustard Thick-Cut Chops, Sauteed Mushrooms and Green Beans , Colorful Bruschetta, and Roasted Fingerlings with Manchego Walnut Pesto More About: Eggs , Free
The French Laundry Was Not Everything I Dreamed it Would Be
2009-09-17 19:09:00 This post is extremely difficult to write, and I do it with great sadness. I don’t even remember how long I’ve been waiting to go to The French Laundry 6640 Washington Street, Yountville, CA 94599, often named as the best restaurant in the United States. It’s pretty difficult to get reservations, which ... Related posts:New Croque-Monsieur: Gruyere and Smoked Ham on Challah French Toast More About: Travel , Restaurants
Ground Husk Cherry Tomatoes
2009-09-16 20:49:00 Don’t worry, I’m still going to post my review on The French Laundry, but I discovered these Ground Husk Cherry Tomatoes on Monday, right after getting back from California, and I just can’t wait to post this anymore. These are the best things since sliced bread, the coolest farmer’s market discovery, the bomb diggity! These are ... Related posts:Slow Roasted Tomatoes More About: Shopping , Basics
Midtown Lunch Meet-Up at Bombay Eats
2009-09-15 21:58:00 I don’t work in midtown but I read Midtown Lunch . Before you make fun of me, I met someone else at this meet-up who also does not work in midtown. Plus, reading paid off. I would never have otherwise known about Indian Pizza at Bombay Eats 314 West 52nd Street, New York, ... Related posts:H & H Midtown Bagels East More About: Meet
Yank Sing
2009-09-15 16:10:00 Yank Sing 101 Spear Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 was a mind blowing experience for us. Good Chinese food with good service just doesn’t happen in New York. It’s something I’m not accustomed to, and for the first few minutes, it was awkward. They had my reservation and seated us promptly, handing ... Related posts:Peking Duck House More About: Travel , Restaurants , Asian
Manresa
2009-09-14 16:17:00 We arrived in Los Gatos early on purpose, so that we could have gelato at Dolce Spazio 221 North Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos , CA 95030, then walk around town. Their gelato does not taste like gelato at all which was a bit disappointing for us but soon forgotten when we ... Related posts:En Japanese Brasserie
Brunch at Sarabeth's
2007-06-30 23:29:00 I had brunch at Sarabeth's Sarabeth's (East) with a great group of TNT-ers today after our Saturday morning run. I had dinner at the UWS location Sarabeth's (West) a couple of years ago and was quite disappointed. The brunch was much better which make sense since that is what Sarabeth's is known for. As soon as you're seated, coffee comes around and is constantly refilled (same with water). I More About: Brunch , Brun , Beth , Arab
POLL: Real NYC Hot Dogs
2007-06-29 17:01:00 As many of you know, and are likely eagerly awaiting, the Annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest is rapidly approaching (on July 4th). The event, held at the original Nathan's Nathan's Original, which is both covered globally by press, and entered by contestants from all around the world, is a spectacle to behold; especially as told by George Shea, the IFOCE spokesperson, who emcees the event. More About: Dogs , Poll , Real
Chickpea
2007-06-28 15:06:00 Chickpea Chickpea is more expensive than your average falafel & shawarma joint. Some of their products are worth it and some aren't. Here's what you should and shouldn't get: Order: Falafels - Different people prefer different sized falafel balls. These are the smaller ones and very fried but well flavored and seasoned. Pitas -They make their own. Super fresh! Sauces - The tahina sauce and hot
Dead Sodas
2007-06-28 12:45:00 Matt at x-entertainment compiled a brief list of notable, dead sodas. Reading the list certainly provided a quick flashback. How many have you had? I think I tasted most of these, except the tropical Pepsi flavors. More recently, Matt posted about the summer line up of notable flavors, including Pepsi Summer Mix (which I hadn't heard of) and Diet Coke Plus, which one co-worker frequently drinks. More About: Dead , Sodas
Hellmann's 'Real Food' Series
2007-06-27 19:31:00 In in a moment of genius, the boys over at Ogilvy & Mather have come up with a show that is all about mayonnaise! It's Hellmann's 'Real Food ' Serie s and I want to eat every last bite of it! Or perhaps you didn't read my bio? Sadly, the show is not really going to be all about mayo, as good as that sounds. Instead it will feature ultimate bore Dave Lieberman (who didn't even make it to my More About: Erie
Primehouse, Coming Fall 2007
2007-06-27 15:22:00 Recently Jessica and I have become more respectful of B.R. Guest Restaurants. Particularly since our Barça 18 review. We've realized there is a specific niche in the NYC restaurant price spectrum for B.R. Guest, they seem to acknowledge that spot and fill it perfectly! The formula includes, decently good service, decently good food, generally attractive and usually modern decor, a well stocked More About: Ouse , Fall , Prime , Ming , Rime
Godiva's Chocoiste Line
2007-06-26 14:08:00 Last night we sampled a new product line from Godiva : Choco iste. The theme of the line is focusing on packaging yum yum for the tum tum of an individual (that's industry parlance for 'delectable'). For instance, an individual chocolate chip cookie, with rich chocolate laced over the top (half of which was available at the time I snapped the photo, at right, burp). That cookie was outstanding; More About: Line , Diva
FreshDirect TeleSpam!!
2007-06-26 13:37:00 FreshDire ct TeleSpamUgh! FreshDirect is getting desperate. Yesterday evening, we received a voicemail from FreshDirect's Sarah James, as you can hear in the message, she's part of their SPAM team!! It makes me sick that companies feel it's ok to randomly telemarket people at home. Do you think there are executives out there thinking, "Gee, I love receiving telemarketing calls at home on MY More About: Rect
LU's PiMs
2007-06-25 01:57:00 Today we spent time at my sister's place, enjoying their brand new baby girl, Sabrina-- she's gorgeous! Less enjoyable though were the PiMs cookies we tried while there. They are a cracker-like cookie, topped with a half marshmallow/half-mousse-like concoction, and finally coated in chocolate. Sounds good, right? Wrong. Both Jessica and I did not enjoy them at all. The cookie was too dry, the
How many guys does it take to mess up pancakes?
More articles from this author:2007-06-23 23:00:00 The answer is 3. We had lunch at 3 Guys , 3 Guys a diner with 3 locations, on the Upper East side. Lon ordered pancakes with scrambled eggs with cheese. The semi-warm pancakes were overcooked and far from fluffy. The cheese on the scrambled eggs had a really weird taste and we didn't continue eating it. I opted for a make-your-own omelet with tomato, spinach, and muenster cheese. It came out More About: Pancakes , Mess 1, 2 |
