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Food Festivals: A Global Trend Influencing Tourism and Communities

  • Antonio Evans
  • November 23, 2023

The Global Gastronomy: A Culinary Tour of Food Festivals Around the World Blanca and I did about 9-years of travel as "digital nomads" on and off, and the one thing we notice to anchor our trips was Food festivals.  These events gave us the "Groundswell" we needed in a location to create just the ... Read More »

Free Valentine’s Day E-Cards For Foodies

  • Blanca Valbuena
  • January 23, 2019

Valentine's Day is right around the corner and you have a special foodie in mind. So why not customize one of these Free Valentine's Day E-Cards for them. It will make them feel truly special! FREE Valentine's Day E-Cards Free Valentine's Day E-Card For the Bacon Lover They say the way to someone... Read More »

Wines to Drink at the Super Bowl

  • Antonio Evans
  • January 22, 2018

Super Bowl Food usually conjures up images of a pitcher of cheap American beer as the perfect match for hot dogs and nachos with Cheez Wiz.  However, we know you're sophisticated. You love the intricacies of the game as much as you love the intricacies of a good Shiraz. We have been asked by a fe... Read More »

The International Restaurant & Foodservice Show Of New York

  • Blanca Valbuena
  • November 19, 2017

The International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York, commonly known as "The NY Restaurant Show" is a great event full of insider stuff. Companies show up to showcase products exclusive to restaurants that most people know very little about; the show is strict "trade only"; meaning that you c... Read More »

How to Celebrate a Grown Up Halloween in NYC

  • Blanca Valbuena
  • July 1, 2017

After Festivus, Halloween is my favorite holiday. However, I find that I no longer want to go out to a packed club and wait in line for drinks. I'd like to think I've gotten a little more sophisticated in my older  years. That being said, I still want to have a great time. These NYC restaurants w... Read More »

Health Benefits of Soy

  • Susan
  • April 8, 2017

[caption id="attachment_155700" align="aligncenter" width="425"] There are many health benefits to soy including heart health[/caption] In case you missed the hoopla, April is National Soyfoods Month. Considering the amount and variety of products made from this versatile legume, it's about time th... Read More »

6 Dirt Cheap Ways To Celebrate New Year’s Eve

  • Spence Cooper
  • December 28, 2015

For those that went way over budget this year on Christmas gifts, or anyone that finds themselves lacking cash this New Year's Eve, we dug up 6 ways to celebrate that will go very easy on the pocketbook. [caption id="attachment_151366" align="aligncenter" width="934"] Stay at home, pop open the bub... Read More »

A Fantastic Father’s Day Celebration at Home

  • Antonio Evans
  • June 20, 2015

Father's Day falls on the third Sunday of June, the time of the year where our dear Fathers, Dads and other father-figures are given honor and recognition for their hard work, dedication, and love for his family. This holiday was first celebrated on July 5, 1908 in Fairmont, West Virginia, original... Read More »

The Perfect Mother’s Day Dinner

  • Marlon Mata
  • May 8, 2015

Mother's Day is on May 8, and there is still time for you to think up something good for your mom. This is a special day for a special someone in your life. Truthfully, every day should be made a special day for your mother. Since we all lead busy lives, now is the only chance for us to say thank yo... Read More »

Ten Gifts for Mother’s Day

  • Marlon Mata
  • May 6, 2015

Mother's Day is this Sunday. Now is the right time for you to prepare something special for your mom. This is your chance to say "Thank you!" and express your love to the most important woman in your life. Just in case you do not know what to give her, there is no need to worry. Below is a li... Read More »

8 Easy April Fool’s Day Pranks To Pull On Your Foodie Friends

  • Antonio Evans
  • March 31, 2015

Today is the only day of the year when you take full caution when turning into a corner, paranoid that one of your family or friends has planned to pull a prank on you. It's the day of the year when you'd be a fool to believe anything you see or read on your Facebook newsfeed. Or if you're a silly p... Read More »

Winter Recipes: Andrea Correale’s St. Patrick’s Day Mojito

  • Antonio Evans
  • March 17, 2015

Andrea Correale is one of the finest caterers in New York. The Elegant Affairs empire she has established had a very humble beginning right in her childhood home, where her mother, Marie Correale, taught her how to design a table beautifully on any budget. At the tender age of 16, Andrea created an ... Read More »

Top 5 Champagne for Valentine’s Day

  • Yasmin Coles
  • February 7, 2015

In romance territory which can come close to popping the question, the best way to approach this romantic day is to pop a bottle of champagne. Champagne is never overrated.  Yes, people expect champagne on special occasions but unlike any other special occasion, Valentine's Day is a global ritual,... Read More »

Katy Perry’s Super Bowl Performance Inspires Hilarious Internet Memes

  • Antonio Evans
  • February 2, 2015

Katy Perry's Super Bowl performance left the audience and TV watchers all in awe from the moment she rode into the stadium on a gigantic metallic feline to the unforgettable number that featured back-up dancing sharks. It's not every day you see sharks depicted as cute and fluffy mascots. [caption ... Read More »

Top Ten Affordable Sparkling Wines

  • Spence Cooper
  • December 23, 2014

More sparkling wine is consumed during the holidays than at any other time of year, and some sparkling wines are an attractive alternative to Champagne because of their quality and affordable price. [caption id="attachment_145614" align="aligncenter" width="700"] Make Christmas extra special with G... Read More »

The Terrific Thanksgiving Turkey (Infographic)

  • FriendsEAT
  • November 26, 2014

I can smell it in the air, roasted turkey! Well we all know everything is pumpkin-flavoured for the fall season but still Turkey shines as the brightest the star of Thanksgiving dinner. Aside from being the most nutritious meat protein source, Turkey has more amount of protein compare to the amount... Read More »

Chef’s Fall Recipe: Marco Chirico’s Duck Ravioli

  • Antonio Evans
  • November 20, 2014

Marco Chirico grew up at Marco Polo Ristorante, a family restaurant opened by his father, restaurateur Joe Chirico, in 1983. Marco started his culinary career by bussing tables when he was just 12 years old.  He wanted to honor his father, and chose to attend Johnson & Wales University to learn the... Read More »

Where to Eat on 4th of July in NYC

  • Blanca Valbuena
  • July 3, 2014

So the economy got you down and you weren't able to head to the Hamptons. You also could not bring yourself to hit up the Jersey Shore. You're in Manhattan, you're hot, you're hungry, and you need somewhere to at least enjoy the day off. Here's a list of restaurants offering 4th of July deals to ... Read More »

New York French Restaurant Week

  • FriendsEAT
  • June 10, 2014

[caption id="attachment_150548" align="aligncenter" width="700"] Join us at this year's French Restaurant Week in New York[/caption] Come and celebrate French Gastronomy and Terroirs at the heart of NYC at this year's New York French Restaurant Week during Bastille Week happening from July 7 - 14,... Read More »

Peruvian Quinoa Week

  • Blanca Valbuena
  • May 1, 2014

[caption id="attachment_150314" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Peruvian Quinoa Week is kicking off in New York and New Jersey[/caption] NY & NJ PERUVIAN QUINOA WEEKRESTAURANTS You've heard of Quinoa, but you've probably never tasted it. Now's your chance. Ten of New York's and New Jersey's fine... Read More »

Where to Celebrate Greek Orthodox Easter in NY

  • Blanca Valbuena
  • April 20, 2014

For those of you who don't know it, I liked with Greeks for over 15 years. My mom married a Greek gentleman (didn't end so well), but we ate incredibly well during that time. Easter was one of my favorite holidays. Many of those dishes were incredibly labor intensive...and quite frankly, I'm too laz... Read More »

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