From the Hour: The Good Old Days
I’ve been thinking a lot about how our New England forefathers lived and ate 200 years ago. As we clean out the Silvermine Tavern, it’s …
From the Hour: Shad, Our State Fish
Connecticut has a state fish! The American Shad was once so important to coastal life that it was named our state fish in 2003. It …
From the Hour: Hamming it Up for Easter
Easter is a holiday with a host of food traditions. Hot Cross Buns, honeyed pastries, pretzels (folded in the shape of praying arms) and, of …
From the Hour: Swan Song for The Silvermine Tavern
It is the end of an era: the Silvermine Tavern has closed. This landmark restaurant and Inn served Norwalk for 85 years. At its beginning …
From the Hour: A Cheese by Any Other Name
Feta, Parmesan, Brie, Roquefort, Fontina, Gorgonzola – they’re all cheeses piled high in the supermarkets across the country. But what do those names mean? They’re …
From the Hour: When the Bottle is Half Full (or Half Empty)
A glass of wine at dinner is an essential part of the meal. We love to have a glass or two or maybe some to …
From the Hour: Let’s Eat on Wall Street
Looking for a restaurant destination with a wide range of high quality options, easy parking, and an indie movie theater? Look no further than Norwalk’s …
From the Hour: Feel Better with Chicken Soup
I have a cold. I’ll spare you the details of congestion and fatigue and jump to symptom- relieving food. Through the fog of store-bought cold …
From the Hour: A Food Trip to Northern Europe
We love to travel– around the country or around the world. Food is a big part of the travel experience. Wherever you go, each place …
From the Hour: Picking a Winning Wine
Choosing a wine can be a complicated, frustrating, annoying and intimidating business. It can also be a fun, interesting and satisfying learning experience with a …