From The Norwalk Hour: Why Do We Age Wine?
I recently overheard this friendly greeting in Walmart: “You’re getting better with age, just like a fine wine.” It’s a persistent idea that wine cellared …
From The Norwalk Hour: Lots of Options for Brunch in Norwalk
What would you rather do – go out for brunch or rake leaves? Brunch, of course! A nice brunch can set up the day for …
From The Norwalk Hour: Changes Afoot at Cherished Country Inns
“This is a unique site,” asserted Andy Glazer. I had asked him about his Re-imagining of the Silvermine Tavern as Graybarns on the Silvermine River. “It …
From The Norwalk Hour: Tasting and Touring along the Finger Lakes
The Finger Lakes Region in New York is famous for first-class wine, beautiful scenery, and college towns. It’s also developing an excellent reputation for artisanal …
From The Norwalk Hour: Acid Trip – Exploring Global Vinegars
I’ve just been on an acid trip. No, not that kind. Acid Trip – Travels in the World of Vinegar, is a new book by …
Wild Mushrooms!
Our neighbor Myriam hit a bonanza of Hen of the Woods (Maitake) Mushrooms a few weeks back. She’s a forager, gathering ramps in the spring, …
From The Norwalk Hour: A Hudson Valley Lunch at the Culinary Institute of America
“The Hudson Valley à la Francaise,” the invitation announced. It was for a lunch at The Bocuse Restaurant, ground zero for French cooking at the …
From The Norwalk Hour: Speaking Up About Loud Restaurants
What’s that? I can’t hear you. Please, speak up! Look at me so I can read your lips! That’s what I’m overhearing at restaurants these …
Loud Restaurants, by Elise Maclay
Loud Restaurants By Elise Maclay Dining out is one of the most interesting and delicious ways to study contemporary anthropology. Trendlets appear hesitantly, flame …
From The Hour: Tasting Single Malt Scotch Whisky
“We’ll be tasting eight whiskies this evening,” Gregg said with a smile. The single malt scotches were lined up ready to go. Each had its …