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. ...
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. ...
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...
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...
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...
AN ULTIMATE CLASSIC
Chef Roland does it again... - Bruxelles, Norwalk. Everyone has heard of Julia Child, (well everyone of a certain age, who can forget...
JICAMA, OH JICAMA
Don't think you like Jicama? - Back End, New Canaan. Rumor has it, jicama is healthy. So, who isn't looking for healthy food that...
'DELICATELY' SQUASHED
Hazelnuts are always a good sign. - Artisan, Southport. Endive has become a favorite of mine. This dish is beautifully balanced with...
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...
FASCINATING CHICKEN
Not your typical chicken. - Geronimo, Fairfield. What a different dish. The chicken itself was juicy, perfectly cooked, and when you...
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...
CAULIFLOWER FLAN!?!?
Well, needless to say... - L’Ostal, Darien. (Just to avoid any confusion - this is an appetizer and not a dessert.) It’s usually a good...
WAY MORE THAN JUST CHICKEN
It takes days to taste this good. - Bruxelles, Norwalk. When we asked why the chicken tasted so good, the staff didn’t hesitate to let...
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...
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...