Local Winemakers Dinners A Boost For Non-Profits
Expanding their marvelous schedule of winemaker events, the Classic Wines Auction organization added new fall…
Food, Wine, and Spirits
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Quick Spin Interview: Chef Jamie Oliver
British culinary king Jamie Oliver is one of the few television chefs I really enjoy. With his down-to-earth demeanor, the Naked Chef has set himself apart from many of the pompous personalities in the food world today.
Mixologists Adjust as Alcohol Sales Slide Downhill
According to a recent report from food service research firm Technomic, alcohol sales are taking…
New York Times Lists 100 Things Restaurant Staffers Should Never Do
In case you missed it, New York Times writer Bruce Buschel posted a fantastic list…
‘Smart Choices’ Food Labeling Halted For Further Review
The program overseeing the placement of the nifty little green icon marked ‘Smart Choices’, found…
Iron Chef Morimoto Expands to Airport Cuisine
More great food moves in to the airport! Nation’s Restaurant News is reporting that Japanese…
Friday Five: Five Favorite New York Restaurants Right Now
I think the best part of being a food writer are the stories within each…
Humane Society Continues Battle with IHOP; LeRoys Saving Tavern Staff?
Continuing their fight for humane treatment of animals, the Humane Society of America filed complaints…
2009 NYC Wine & Food Festival: Frank Bruni Discusses His Star System
As I mentioned in my previous post, my favorite event of the 2009 Food Network…
Gourmet’s Ruth Reichl Stops By Portland To Discuss New Cookbook, Show
A James Beard Award winner, former New York Times restaurant critic, and accomplished memoirist, Gourmet‘s…
Locavore Documentary ‘INGREDIENTS’ Premieres in Portland
Thanks to the wonderful folks at the ReDirect Guide, I had the grand opportunity to…