It's interesting that in White Plains, both the Chinese supermarket, Kam Sen, and the Japanese supermarket, Daido, are somewhat inconspicuous, and yet neither lacks for customers.  I guess if you build a store that fills a need, people will find ...Read More

It takes the self-discipline of a Buddhist monk to walk into Melt, scope that listing of roasts, inhale the aroma of smoked meats, and NOT order a grilled sandwich.  I mean, cajun spiced pork loin, coffee rubbed beef brisket, black ...Read More

I remember reading an interview with one of the Top Chef hosts -- I think it was Padma -- in which she said the judges never ate the full plate of food that they were served.  They took a ...Read More

The biggest disappointment of jury duty?  That no one banged a hand on the table with a passionate, "I want the truth!", followed by a bellowing response, "YOU CAN'T HANDLE THE TRUTH!!"  How great would that have been? Now that it's ...Read More

I had the unforgettable experience of being part of Liz Johnson’s live broadcast from 42 tonight.   What a great time. I’ll write a more comprehensive post soon, once this food and wine coma wears off.  Here’s the link. I haven’t watched ...Read More