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GOTTA HAVE THAT CHAR
Do they have a charcoal grill back there? - Siena, Stamford. It seems to me like the laws of physics might not exist in the kitchen at...
IT’S ALL IN THE BREAD
A great take on a classic dessert. - Siena, Stamford. If you think bread pudding is too soft and soggy, then this is the bread pudding...
THE SWEET SIDE OF BRIE
Delicious fig compote. - SoNo Wood Fired, Norwalk. If you like your brie nice and sweet, this is the dish for you. The fig compote is...
THE "RIBEYE" OF LAMB
If you want an extra juicy lamb chop. - Bar Rosina’s, Greenwich. When this dish arrived at the table it reminded me of the Flintstones...
LINGUINI DELIGHT!
Tasty, healthy and light. - Café Silvium, Stamford. There's so much to choose from at Cafe Silvium but we loved making this pasta a side...
FETTUCINI A LA PASQUALES
Fresh basil combines for sumptuous delight. - Pasquale’s Osteria, Norwalk. Wow! I mean vegetables with a fresh basil pop. There’s a...
A CITRUS SYMPHPONY
If you ever order fruit for dessert, this is for you! - Pasta Nostra, Norwalk. Sliced blood orange, light and healthy. The black pepper...
FLAT OUT FANTASTIC
Even for those who don't love zucchini, this is EXCELLENT! - Pasta Nostra, Norwalk. All the best parts of the zucchini with an upgrade. ...
NO DESSERT? MAY I SUGGEST THE TEA?
A new vibrant tea that drinks like a dessert. - Il Pellicano, Fairfield. If you enjoy tea, then may we suggest having something new and...
SAVORING SAUTÉED SWISS CHARD
Simple and elegant swiss chard. - Pasta Nostra, Norwalk. For those of you who love brocolli rabe - this is a wonderful departure. ...
“PATATAS” OCTOPUS
If you like tapas, you’re gonna love this. - Bar Rosina’s, Greenwich. Whether by design or not, this is a fresh take on the Spanish...
SUPER CUTE LASAGNA
Just enough, not too much. - Il Pelicano, Fairfield. Not in the mood for a big ole piece of lasagna, but crave the taste? Head over to...
IL PELLICANO RIBEYE
A delectable ribeye served with an excellent sauce. - Il Pellicano, Fairfield. This ribeye tonight had perfect balance of meat and fat...
NY STRIP STEAK
Tender & Juicy with a Peppercorn Crust. - Baldanza, Wilton. Whether you prefer porterhouse, filet, or NY Strip… This NY Steak is a cut...
RIGATONI GNACT GNACT!!!
Simply amazing! - Café Silvium, Stamford. Everyone we talked to recommended this pasta… and we whole heartedly agree. We promise to...
RISOTTO GONE WILD
Silky, Velvety. - Baldanza at the Schoolhouse, Wilton. Excellent Dish. Delicately balanced flavors. Two very nice touches were the...
A POTATO SIDE WITH A SIDE OF BACON
It says just potato and onions, but they sneak in the bacon. - Pulpo, Greenwich. The bartender said the potato side was his favorite and...
FRESH HOMEMADE PASTA
Maria's Fresh Homemade Pasta. - Columbus Park, Stamford. Subtle garlic flavor throughout. The peas and fava beans are light. The dish...
XXTRA POTATO
A good stuffed potato. - Gabrielle's, Westport. Everyone has a stuffed potato. We just feel, this is definitely one of the better ones...
FENNEL BRINE!?!
You had me at Fennel Brined... - Gabrielle's, Westport. Having never seen fennel brined anything before, we were extremely curious. The...
SALLY'S APIZZA
New Haven style pizza at its best. - Sally’s Apizza, Stamford. The first week I went, the crust/bread wasn’t quite right. When I went...
A PANCETTA PLEASER
Are we in Italy? - Posa, Ridgefield. Having been to Posa several times, it just never occurred to us to order the pizza. Well, this...
WE LOVE BOLOGNESE
The rigatoni was perfectly al dente. - Table 104, Stamford. Al dente rigatoni, with a beautiful Bolognese ragu. The sauce is not too...
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...
FRESH OVEN BAKED CHICKEN SANDWICH
You’ll have enough to take home for another meal. - Table 104, Stamford. A deliciously fresh sandwich! Tomato, arugula, red onion, with...
PARMESAN CRUSTED CHICKEN
Perfected simplicity. - Table 104, Stamford. Boy does chef Chris Kelly make Parmesan and lemon taste like so much more. I don’t know how...
HOLY VONGOLE!
Fresh, tasty, and delicious. - Posa, Ridgefield. Seafood can be tricky. So, when it comes to food from ocean (and especially shellfish)...
FRESH MUSHROOMS "ON THE FLY"
Pasquale goes off menu. - Pasquale's Osteria, Norwalk. "Pasquale, what can you make that will pair with this Tuscan Sangiovese?" ...
ARTICHOKE TERRIFIC
Just like grandpa used to make. - Lombardi's, Georgetown. This dish is not on the menu all the time, so call in advance. This artichoke...
VITELLO PARMIGIANI
Pasquales incredible veal parmigiani. - Pasquale's Osteria, Norwalk. When we arrived, Uncle John was at a nearby table. He said,...
THE TRADITION OF THIN
Thin crust simple pizza. - Colony, Norwalk. 20 years ago, I used to pick up lunch for my coworkers when I was in Stamford. They’ve done...
A STYLISH STEAK AND EGGS
Are you ready to eat when you get to brunch? - Siena, Norwalk. The picture says it all. You can get your eggs any style and the steak...
HOMEMADE SAN MARZANO GUANCIALE
Amatriciana: An example of ‘perfection’. - Bianca, Greenwich. My Italian music professor in college taught me his mother’s recipe and...
PIZZA SAUCE SQUARED
We got them to tell us the “secret sauce” in their pizza. - Spiga, New Canaan. There is something different about this pizza and it’s not...
WHEN FIRE ROASTS CHICKEN
If you love oven-fired roasted chicken with a delectable sauce, then there's only one place to go. - Siena, Norwalk. Crispy skin, tasty...
PASTA RAGU
If you like your ragu sauce meaty, then head to Aurora in Fairfield. A delicately balanced ragu is a beautiful thing, but sometimes you...
EXCELLENT STEAK
If you are in the mood for a great steak at a reasonable price with two sides, then you'll want to stop by Posa in Ridgefield. Rib-eyes...