As you know, I’ve been hanging out in New York for the last few weeks. It’s gone by really quickly between wedding planning and traveling in and out of NYC and even down to Maryland at one point but I’m happy to report that I was able to spend some quality time with M&D’s manager and my dear friend Andrew earlier this week. Andrew is one of my favorite people to hang out with 
because he truly understands my love … okay my obsession … with all things gourmet. In fact, Andrew is the one who introduces me to a ton of new things in that realm, specifically on the cocktail side. He is a world-class bartender and my number one go-to when it comes to ideas for a new drink or how to properly make a classic. Anyway, it came as no surprise that I fell in love with the drink Andrew made for me during our catch up.Continue Reading
Curried Cashew Quinoa Cakes
Hi my long lost foodies! Well I guess I am maybe the one who has been long lost. Sorry for being so MIA lately! I’m sure I don’t need to tell you how hectic life can get sometimes, especially when you throw lots of traveling into the mix. Speaking of traveling, 
I am back in Pawling for a few weeks to spend some time with my family, both biological and M&D, plan my wedding, and get my fill of New York springtime – assuming it warms up sometime soon that is. Last week, I spent the day in the offices of McKinney and Doyle. I really miss that place you guys. It was so great to be back in that environment – fast paced but warm, gourmet but laid back, and busy but happy. Anyway, it would appear that I chose a good day to hang out in the restaurant because I got to play taste tester for last week’s specials. Both were incredible. The deconstructed ratatouille was so flavorful and beyond gorgeous on the plate but the curry quinoa cakes … these things have officially made it to the top of my favorites list.Continue Reading
A Foodie’s Real Opinion of Yelp
Before I get started here, I want you to know that I am an avid Yelp user. I like to check out some opinions about a restaurant before I head in (many times, not all the time) and I read both positive and negative reviews. That being said, I never rely 100 percent on those reviews
because there are just too many unknown details. Plus, not for nothing, but some people are just outrageously picky and ignorant about how a restaurant really works. Anyway, I’ve had several discussions on this topic lately so I want to touch on it a bit today. Part of me wants to say “Screw Yelp, never use it,” but the realistic part of me has settled on “Go ahead and use Yelp, but make sure you’re being smart about it.”Continue Reading
Local Love and More Wedding Planning
I apologize if I’m going a little over board with the wedding planning posts but at least you all know exactly where my head is! 
Today’s post is actually kind of a combination of wedding planning and local business love so give me some credit, okay? Over the holidays I went into detail about M&D’s next door neighbor, Good Tidings. With quality gifts and unique finds, it’s a great one-stop shop for either a gift for someone else or a personal accessory. And now, it’s also a great resource for brides!Continue Reading