We were home. I didn't watch the game. Michael did but wasn't very excited.
I made:
Meatball sliders: I got freshly ground 1/2 pounds of pork, beef and veal at Fairway. I added an egg, chopped onion and garlic, handful of parsley flakes, salt, pepper, grated parm, bread crumbs and a half cup of sauce. I baked the balls on a cookie sheet covered in parchment paper. Then put them on mini pretzel rolls.
Also, Chicken wingettes baked on parchment with olive oil and Old Bay seasoning.
And, phony Matlaw's baked clams with hot sauce.
Went to bed early, woke up to snow and went to work :)
Monday, February 3, 2014
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Thanksgiving!
Brined Turkey with Herbed Butter
Sweet Potato Fries
Linguine with Peconic Bay Scallops
Haricot Vert and White Beans with Caramelized Shallots
Carrot Cake with Cranberries on top
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Danny Brown's
Last Saturday night we went to Danny Brown's on Metropolitan Avenue with Joe and Debbie. They had given me a gift certificate for my 50th birthday and so we invited them to share dinner with us.
They stopped at our apartment for drinks and snacks first, then we drove over. Parking was great (surprisingly). Our reservation was ready. I love banquette tables. Joe ordered a bottle of Tempranillo that was very good. We shared a goat cheese app and a grilled calamari app. Joe ordered a half portion of short ribs angiolotti too.
Dinner was chicken under a brick (Michael's favorite), salmon, beef something (I can't remember) and I had white beans and escarole (two side dishes on the menu). They don't have their scallops anymore (bummer, because they were the best).
Service is good and the ambiance is warm. I wish it were a bit more quiet. There were a lot of twenty-somethings, guess they're noisier than fifty-somethings.
We had a great night. Our first time out with them even though we've been friends for a few years now.
There is a rumour that Danny Brown's is moving (not closing), but the waitress wouldn't confirm or deny, so we'll just have to wait and see.
They stopped at our apartment for drinks and snacks first, then we drove over. Parking was great (surprisingly). Our reservation was ready. I love banquette tables. Joe ordered a bottle of Tempranillo that was very good. We shared a goat cheese app and a grilled calamari app. Joe ordered a half portion of short ribs angiolotti too.
Dinner was chicken under a brick (Michael's favorite), salmon, beef something (I can't remember) and I had white beans and escarole (two side dishes on the menu). They don't have their scallops anymore (bummer, because they were the best).
Service is good and the ambiance is warm. I wish it were a bit more quiet. There were a lot of twenty-somethings, guess they're noisier than fifty-somethings.
We had a great night. Our first time out with them even though we've been friends for a few years now.
There is a rumour that Danny Brown's is moving (not closing), but the waitress wouldn't confirm or deny, so we'll just have to wait and see.
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Since November, Where the Fuck have I Been?
Holy Shit! I knew I hadn't posted in a while, but I am sorry I didn't realize it had been this long.
I know I have many photos to post too. Just have to figure out how to get them here :)
I also opened an Instagram account, which I can link here too. (As soon as I figure that out...)
Otherwise, been babysitting Clayton for a few days while Jesse is in Florida visiting his grandpa. Cooking for Michael (Meatloaf, chicken soup with matzoh balls, farfalle with pink sauce and peas).
We've been out a bunch too: 5 Burro, Station House and Flying Pig (and that was in one night LOL) with Jill, Lenny, Steve and Sue. Also went to Katz' Deli with Michael (still so good).
New Year's Eve we went with our usual crew (Joe and Denise and Tom and Monica) to Il Triangolo in Corona. My review is on Yelp and I am not going to reprint it here as it took me 3 tries to get it right on Yelp. But needless to say, I'm not going there again.
Sato on Queens Boulevard used to be our favorite Japanese place, but after our recent experience, we're not going back there too soon either. Really lousy service.
I will try to get the photos, etc...up soon.
xo and thanks, if you are still reading this!
I know I have many photos to post too. Just have to figure out how to get them here :)
I also opened an Instagram account, which I can link here too. (As soon as I figure that out...)
Otherwise, been babysitting Clayton for a few days while Jesse is in Florida visiting his grandpa. Cooking for Michael (Meatloaf, chicken soup with matzoh balls, farfalle with pink sauce and peas).
We've been out a bunch too: 5 Burro, Station House and Flying Pig (and that was in one night LOL) with Jill, Lenny, Steve and Sue. Also went to Katz' Deli with Michael (still so good).
New Year's Eve we went with our usual crew (Joe and Denise and Tom and Monica) to Il Triangolo in Corona. My review is on Yelp and I am not going to reprint it here as it took me 3 tries to get it right on Yelp. But needless to say, I'm not going there again.
Sato on Queens Boulevard used to be our favorite Japanese place, but after our recent experience, we're not going back there too soon either. Really lousy service.
I will try to get the photos, etc...up soon.
xo and thanks, if you are still reading this!
Saturday, November 16, 2013
Ready for Fireplaces and Blankets
This cold snap sucks!
On other fronts, We've been to Keuka Kafe; Nick's Mediterranean (not to be confused with Nick's Pizza); Sunswick; a weekend in Montauk; MOMA; the shops at Bryant Park and Two Boots Pizza.
I've also cooked: Big pot of sauce with meatballs and hot sausage; Turkey London broil baked with sauerkraut; Filet Mignon roast with pearl onions; and macaroni with red clam sauce.
I had the tattoo on my foot fixed. It never really took this summer. Probably the sun, sand and sunscreen issues. Hurt more than hell, but at least it's over now.
Montauk with friends was a great weekend. First time Michael and I have been away since Italy in 2008. We were due.
Thanksgiving is almost upon us and I am so ready for days of prepping; baking; cooking; table setting and most of all, having our family here! It's the greatest day of the year when we are all together.
Happy Turkey!!
On other fronts, We've been to Keuka Kafe; Nick's Mediterranean (not to be confused with Nick's Pizza); Sunswick; a weekend in Montauk; MOMA; the shops at Bryant Park and Two Boots Pizza.
I've also cooked: Big pot of sauce with meatballs and hot sausage; Turkey London broil baked with sauerkraut; Filet Mignon roast with pearl onions; and macaroni with red clam sauce.
I had the tattoo on my foot fixed. It never really took this summer. Probably the sun, sand and sunscreen issues. Hurt more than hell, but at least it's over now.
Montauk with friends was a great weekend. First time Michael and I have been away since Italy in 2008. We were due.
Thanksgiving is almost upon us and I am so ready for days of prepping; baking; cooking; table setting and most of all, having our family here! It's the greatest day of the year when we are all together.
Happy Turkey!!
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
It's Tuesday
That doesn't mean very much, not working today, switched with the other secretary for tomorrow. Work's going well. Staff are really nice and I'm getting the hang of things. Need to learn about payroll, then I'll be all set.
As for going out...We've been to Tuscan Hills with Jill, Lenny, Patty and Vince. (http://www.tuscanhillsnyc.com/). Food is pretty good, shrimp dishes not so good (shrimp is canned, maybe, small, definitely). Service is good. We had a good time all around. Same crowd, but with Karen and Brett also, went to Dinosaur BBQ in Harlem after the Avon Breast Cancer Walk that Jill and Brett do every year. We had the usual: Chipotle garlic wings, fried green tomatoes, beer, hard cider, pulled pork, brisket, ribs, bbq chicken...Always a special annual outing for all of us! Jill, Sue Boyle and I met at Bonfire last week. Drinks and apps at the bar. We had a really nice night. Michael showed up near the end for chicken wings and while we walked home, he biked around us :)
As for staying in...I've made pork roast, spare ribs and Guinness stew, along with usuals like roasted chicken, Greek salad, etc...Mike and Margo were here for the weekend. Glenn and Eileen joined all of us for Chinese on Saturday night. Love hanging with friends at home. Need to do this more often.
Passed a few birthdays too: Ryan was 21, Sarah was 19 and Barb was 60!!! Gotta love milestones (where would we be without them)?
As for going out...We've been to Tuscan Hills with Jill, Lenny, Patty and Vince. (http://www.tuscanhillsnyc.com/). Food is pretty good, shrimp dishes not so good (shrimp is canned, maybe, small, definitely). Service is good. We had a good time all around. Same crowd, but with Karen and Brett also, went to Dinosaur BBQ in Harlem after the Avon Breast Cancer Walk that Jill and Brett do every year. We had the usual: Chipotle garlic wings, fried green tomatoes, beer, hard cider, pulled pork, brisket, ribs, bbq chicken...Always a special annual outing for all of us! Jill, Sue Boyle and I met at Bonfire last week. Drinks and apps at the bar. We had a really nice night. Michael showed up near the end for chicken wings and while we walked home, he biked around us :)
As for staying in...I've made pork roast, spare ribs and Guinness stew, along with usuals like roasted chicken, Greek salad, etc...Mike and Margo were here for the weekend. Glenn and Eileen joined all of us for Chinese on Saturday night. Love hanging with friends at home. Need to do this more often.
Passed a few birthdays too: Ryan was 21, Sarah was 19 and Barb was 60!!! Gotta love milestones (where would we be without them)?
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