According to Grub Street - It’s Peanut-Butter–and-Jelly (and Ice-Cream Sandwich!) Time
Forget the recession, make and preserve your own food.
A woman by the name of Marisa McClellan from our neighboring city Philadelphia discovered the joy of preserving her own food. She founded Food In Jars to document and share that process in hopes of inspiring other people to do the thing. This is a great way to save money and be self sufficient especially during this economic downturn.
I found out about Food In Jars from Grid Philly
5 Great Burger Spots in Brooklyn
Photo courtesy of 67burger
It’s Friday (finally) and Friday to me says RED MEAT, particularly Burgers. But in this Recession what’s the next best thing to eating one? Recalling all the really incredibly tasty ones you’ve had.
Enter Press 195 which is my absolute favorite burger spot in Park Slope Brooklyn. They usually have a great beer list to compliment the food. My favorite burger is the California Burnin’ and it’s out of this state. It’s a healthy size burger topped with homemade guacamole, homemade salsa, Monterey Jack and jalapenos.
Other notable places include:
67burger, Forte Greene Brooklyn
Alchemy in Park Slope Brooklyn
Bubby’s, DUMBO Brooklyn
Park Slope Ale House, Park Slope Brooklyn
Brooklyn Chocolate Experiment
The Brooklyn Chocolate Experiment is a competitive cook-off event happening on Sunday November 15th, 2009, 1-5pm. Amateur chefs will compete by creating delicious chocolate-based dishes in two categories (sweet and savory). Dishes will be judged by the audience and a celebrity judging panel. Tickets are $20 before the event and $25 at the door, the after party is FREE!
Location:
The Bell House
Posted on November 12th, 2009 by Kingsley
The Brooklyn Brine Co.
Whiskey Pickles
Whiskey Pickles, who knew? The Brooklyn Brine Company knew. The are committed to keeping their selections seasonal. They make regular updates to their site with news on the latest products and a weekly small-batch specials! Mustard, sauerkraut and whiskey half-sours are just a few things they are working on.
We got them at the Foragers Market in DUMBO Brooklyn and we support them because they’re local.
Taco Thursdays at 7 Stars Deli
Photo source: Dumbonyc.com
According to the DUMBOnyc blog The 7 Stars Deli in DUMBO does a Taco special every Thursday. This is news to me, and I do intend to try them. Check back next week for my report.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden Chile Pepper Fiesta
For all with a thrill seeking palette you might want to check this out.
Saturday, October 3, 2009 | Noon–6:30 p.m.
Rain or Shine | Free with Admission
Join in New York’s hottest fall tradition, where the grooves are smokin’ and the chile peppers are scorchin’. Enjoy a full afternoon of music and dance from chile-loving regions around the world. Indulge at the Chocolate Chile Cabana, where you can sample goodies, meet some of today’s most exciting, red-hot chocolatiers, and cast your vote at the Brooklyn Chile Peppers ‘n’ Chocolate Takedown. Feel the heat as spicy food specialists and chefs offer sizzling samples, cooking demonstrations, and tasty tips. Don’t miss your chance to savor the fiery flavor…Brooklyn style.
Check out the Brooklyn Botanical Garden events calendar for more details.
Posted on October 2nd, 2009 by Kingsley
Pita Pan, a great little Shawarma spot in Park Slope
Mmmm… Pita Pan is one of my favorite Shawarma spots in the greater new york city area. It is second only to Cinderella Falafel in the east village. I love Pita Pan’s because the meat is so tender it literally melts in your mouth and with their special spicy sauce its simply heavenly. This spot is great for a try on a weekend, eat it there or take it to go. I recommend drinking it with a nice Pilsner.