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Pepperidge Farm Goldfish Cheddar
Normally snacks with faces would disturb me. I prefer my foods to be anonymous, faceless vessels of deliciousness. Pepperidge Farm Goldfish “the snack that smiles back” is perhaps the only exception. Pepperidge Farm is masterful at charming packaging. Who doesn’t like a snack that is sold quaintly in a paper bag? The cheddar flavor is […]
AVS Privilege Bakery Jewish Rye Bread
My general rule is whether on vacation or just on a food adventure in a different neighborhood, to always pickup a loaf of bread. Good bread is hard to come by. During a recent visit to Brighton Beach and Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn I came across the AVS Privilege Bakery. Their Jewish Rye bread made me […]
Smashed Sesame Red Bean Bun from White Swan Bakery in Chinatown, NYC
I’m a sucker for Chinese bakeries. After meeting a friend for dinner in New York’s Chinatown, the unassuming White Swan Bakery caught my eye. Located on 24 Bowery (Pell/Bayard), they sell a variety of items including cakes, rolls, pork buns, noodles and bubble teas. I didn’t see anything costing more than $5. I got a […]
Lowe’s Eatery: Jamaican Patties in New York, NY
One of my favorite foods is the Jamaican patty. For those unfamiliar, they’re sort of like a turnover with different fillings such as soy, spinach, chicken or most commonly, beef. They’re inexpensive, portable, and handheld – a great option if you need a hot snack on the go. The color of the beef and chicken […]
Nevskoye Imperial Beer (Baltika Breweries – Russia)
After enjoying the Baltika Golden Lager #5 I was emboldened to try their Nevskoye Imperial Beer. It’s sold in the 1 pint .9 oz size which is perfect for someone who doesn’t drink in bulk. The alcohol content is 4.6%. This Russian lager’s color is between a golden and an amber. It’s actually very frothy […]
Ghiradelli Coconut Rendezvous Bar
Sometimes I forget about various foods and drinks in the fridge. Other times I’m a little scared to try something. The Ghiradelli Coconut Rendezvous fell into the latter camp. Forgetting how much I used to love Mounds as a kid I thought that coconut in chocolate sounded weird and potentially gross. I owe the eventual […]
Utz Kettle Classics Sweet Potato Chips
Utz Sweet Potato chips are a welcome addition to my snacking arsenal. They’re kettle cooked which seems practically mandatory for all chips these days. It’s a trend I can get behind. They have a pleasant crunch but not as much crunch as kettle cooked potato chips. The sweetness from the sweet potato provides a perfect […]
Vermont Foods: Klinger’s Vermont Maple Oat Walnut bread
I always enjoy bringing home baked goods from nearby vacation spots. During a recent trip to Southern Vermont for skiing, I splurged ($5.79) on a loaf of Klinger’s Vermont Maple Oat Walnut bread. The bread is studded with oats and nuts which come through in every bite. It also uses maple syrup rather than corn […]
Booze: Beer, Liquor and Wine Reviews: Baltika Golden Lager 5
I’m not a big beer drinker. I rarely buy six packs unless company is coming over. My preference is to buy individual bottles of craft beer, so I can focus on taste over volume. Unfortunately, even just a single bottle buy doesn’t guarantee consumption within 3 or even 6 months. Case in point, I bought […]
Updated: Dine In Brooklyn / Brooklyn Restaurant Week: Bogota Latin Bistro
As mentioned, it’s currently Dine in Brooklyn 2012/Restaurant week. My girlfriend and I checked out Bogota Latin Bistro in northern Park Slope. We chose the restaurant because they prominently offer a couple of Gluten Free and Vegan options, plus I love Latin food. We caught happy hour and had some excellent mojitos which were clearly […]
