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CHILI GARLIC CRISPY SHRIMP
Their most popular dish for a reason. - Brick Walk Tavern, Fairfield. This is one of those dishes that many restaurants have, but only...
SALTED CARMEL APPLE TART
Why was this so good?!? - Brick Walk Tavern, Fairfield. A picture-perfect apple tart! We were told that many of the desserts are...
SAUTÉED PEA LEAVES
Something different. And definitely really good! - Brick Walk Tavern, Fairfield. What a great vegetable dish. Lightly sauteed with...
A KISS TO BUILD A DREAM ON
With this cocktail, any day is Valentine's Day. - La Plage, Westport. Presentation √ Flavor √, Extra smooth √ We wondered why egg...
BEAUTIFULLY BRINED
Any day can be Thanksgiving with this pork chop. - Olio, Stamford. The staff from the busser to the server are very proud of their pork...
BEYOND APPLE
We're still trying to figure out what ingredient puts this over the top. - Olio, Stamford. There is something about this Apple Cobbler...
FEEL LIKE A ROCKEFELLER
A New Orleans original from 1889. - La Plage, Westport. Perfect setting for a dish steeped in history and tradition. Bacon and Spinach...
BURGER PLUS SCALLION
Everything you want from a burger and just a little bit more. - La Plage, Westport. This great burger is served on a homemade scallion...
THIS CHOP IS THE DEEPEST
If you like a BIG CHOP… - Blackstones, Norwalk. As far as pork chops go, this is the thickest pork chop we’ve seen offered in a...
TUNA THAT EATS LIKE A STEAK
Also great as an appetizer. - Blackstones, Norwalk. This tuna entrée is great as a main dish, but it also makes the perfect appetizer to...
THE SWORD AND THE SALSA
Swordfish with a light mango salsa. - Blackstones, Norwalk. For a steakhouse, Blackstones in Norwalk is serving some solid seafood. ...
CABBAGE?!?
Now we LOVE cabbage! - Elm, New Canaan. It’s the New Year and we’re all trying to eat more salad. But who wants the same old, same old...
BACON BURGER - HIDE THE BACON
Where's the bacon? - Bailey's Backyard, Ridgefield. For those wanting the taste of bacon, this burger drips with it. Bailey's has come...
IMAGINE PORK
Unique fruits and vegetables, excellently executed. - The Barn, Bedford, NY. So many interesting parts to this dish. First, we have...
LOBSTERIFFIC!
A perfect cocktail party app! - The Barn, Bedford, NY. Every charity should serve these to ensure 100% attendance. They arrived at the...
IT "COD"N'T BE MUCH BETTER
Fresh bok choy, leeks, beurre blanc. - The Barn, Bedford, NY. The bok choy was fresh and crisp. The combination of mushrooms delicious....
'DELICATELY' SQUASHED
Hazelnuts are always a good sign. - Artisan, Southport. Endive has become a favorite of mine. This dish is beautifully balanced with...
READY TO GO SAILING?
Try the 'Norwalk Nautical' at the Pop-Up Speakeasy. - 57 Upstairs, Norwalk. Light and refreshing. A perfect summer drink featuring...
SURPRISINGLY TASTY BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Layered, textured, flavorful. - Nomade, Westport. I’m rarely surprised, but at first look I didn’t think this dish would be as balanced...
MAN, OH MAN
What a tasty burger! - Ginger Man, Greenwich. This burger was so good! #1. We love it when a burger is served on a toasted English...
YOUR JULEP, SENOR
Are we at the Kentucky Derby? - Geronimo, Fairfield. Geronimo does an excellent job repackaging the mint julep. This version had...
SIMPLICITY AT ITS BEST!
Burger... 'nuff said. - BJ Ryans, Norwalk When is the whole burger more than the sum of its parts? When it has that "flavor" - Whether...
FASCINATING CHICKEN
Not your typical chicken. - Geronimo, Fairfield. What a different dish. The chicken itself was juicy, perfectly cooked, and when you...
CRISPY SUSHI?
A fun take on Tuna. - Craft 14, Wilton. Crispy? We’re intrigued. What arrives is delightful. Crispy rice cake with ahi tuna on top....
57 UPSTAIRS
A perfectly delicious cocktail at a Pop-Up Speakeasy. - 57 Upstairs, Norwalk. A perfectly balanced cocktail. Fresh muddled blackberries...
'FANCY' CHOWDA
Don't let the word ‘fancy’ dissuade you from getting this great New England chowder. - Artisan, Southport. Don’t be surprised when they...
A SPONTANEOUS PAPER PLANE
Sometimes, things happen… and we create something new and it’s great. - Artisan, Southport. We made some adjustments to the classic Paper...
RELAX IN SILVERMINE
A hidden gem that keeps it simple and classy. - Gray Barns Mercantile, Norwalk. Across the street from Gray Barns (the renovated...
CEVICHE! CEVICHE! CEVICHE!
Full of great citrus and texture. - Harbor Lights, Norwalk. A classic Peruvian dish prepared excellently. The quality of the seafood...
ELEGANTLY SIMPLE OR SIMPLY ELEGANT?
Whipping up the perfect dish to share. - The Wheel, Stamford. I know, I know... Whipped eggplant? Really!? YES. I have gotten this...
NOMADE AMBIANCE
Want to sit inside or outside? You don’t have to decide. - Nomade, Westport. This space has several different areas. The most unique...
DOWN BY THE DOCKS
On the deck, outside, by the water. - Harbor Lights, Norwalk. Harbor lights is working on all cylinders these days. In addition to the...
BARN DOOR KEBOB
Chicken Kebob delicious rice, fantastic value. - Barn Door, Wilton. As you can see, you will definitely not be leaving hungry. The added...
SCALLOPING AT THE INN
A scallop special cooked to perfection at the Roger Sherman Inn in New Canaan. Pan seared beautifully with light char, perfectly tender...
FILET ON CROSTINI
One of my favorite happy hour dishes. Enjoy filet on crostini. - Blackstones, Southport. If you are like me, you love to snack when you...
MAN, WHAT A BLOODY MARY
Sometimes you just need a Bloody Mary, and when you do, I suggest you head to the Gray Goose in Southport. We could tell by the color of...
NACHOS?! REALLY!?!?
These are the gold standard in Nachos. - Dry Dock, Norwalk. Don't you just hate it when they use cheese whiz, or when they don't put...
IF YOU LOVE DONUTS (WITH SUGAR ON TOP!)
Deliciously dippable donuts. - South End, New Canaan. In addition to the standard dipping sauces chocolate and caramel, the Lemon "whip"...
TUNA TARTARE - CRISPY RICE
If you like your Tuna Tartare light and tasty then head to East End, Greenwich. The Tuna is light. The Yuzu gives it a little extra...
WINGS JUST GOT BETTER
If you love wings, then I recommend you get the duck wings at the East End in Greenwich. When you think of wings you never think, "I'm...