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Mancakes: 8 Hearty Pancake Recipes For Father's Day

By Rene Lynch — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 16:06:00 GMT

Mancakes are pancakes without all the froufrou stuff.

Easy Dinner Recipe: Ceviche

By Noelle Carter — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Looking for something perfectly cool for a hot summer day? Oh, and simple? And ready in about an hour? Try ceviche. Specifically, this scallop ceviche recipe requested by Amanda in Encino:

Nothing Sloppy About This Quaint Waffle Joint

By MARYELLEN FILLO, fillo@courant.com — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:20:00 GMT

Newington's Newest Eatery Pays Close Attention To Quality

The taste tease starts as soon as you get out of your car at The Sloppy Waffle, Newington's newest eatery on the Berlin Turnpike. The scent of baking waffles wafts through the parking lot from the breakfast and lunch place, a sweet, fresh, comforting smell enticing you inside.

Back Nine: An Above Par Golf-Course Tavern

By MARYELLEN FILLO, fillo@courant.com — Thu, 09 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Southington Course Cafe And Bar Drawing Nongolfers

It's time to golf, and for regulars at the state's many public courses, the 19 t h hole means a hamburger or a hot dog and a beer.

A Small Eatery With A Big Following

By MARYELLEN FILLO, fillo@courant — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Once Customers Find This Wolcott Gem, They Keep Coming Back

The fun of eating out is the unexpected find, the little restaurant you have driven by a hundred times but never stopped at because it just didn't look special enough. Then you do, and you realize you have found a culinary gem.

Cake Makers David and Vivie Glass Roll Out A Cookbook, Memoir

By KORKY VANN, kvann@courant.co — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Over three decades, Vivie Glass quietly created and developed the recipes that built a brand favored by confection connoisseurs around the country.

Newington's Black Rose Overhauls Menu, Decor

By LEEANNE GRIFFIN, Special to the Courant — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Main Street Restaurant Moves Away From Tavern Menu

"We will be open during the storm!" the Black Rose announced repeatedly on its Facebook page throughout the February nor'easter that dropped more than 3 feet of snow in some areas of Connecticut. "Walk, ski, snowmobile, or whatever."

'Playing With Food': HSO, Chefs Create A Musical Menu

By MARYELLEN FILLO, fillo@courant.com — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 12:46:00 GMT

Some of Hartford's most well-known chefs have been "playing" with their food recently, and the results are music-inspired dishes that will be taking center stage, both on their tables and at The Bushnell for the next several weeks.

Being Heart Smart When Dining Out

By LINDA GIUCA, Special To The Courant — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT

In the days when dinner at a restaurant was a special occasion, ignoring calories, fat and salt was no big deal. After all, one meal doesn't pack on extra pounds or cause cholesterol or blood pressure issues. What we eat day by day contributes to our well-being if those choices are nutritionally sound, but also can affect health when they aren't.

'Accidental Chocolatiers' Create Truffle Shots

By LEEANNE GRIFFIN, Special to the Courant — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Years ago, Sherri Athay found herself in a chocolate-making class, going through the laborious and intricate process of constructing truffles. And after the candies were set, she would break open the truffles and eat the centers, discarding the shell.

Blue Back Gets New Wine Bar

By LEEANNE GRIFFIN, Special to the Courant — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 18:51:48 GMT

Vinted's Small Plates 'A Natural Fit' For West Hartford

Mention The Federal to any fan of the western Massachusetts dining destination and chances are the response will contain the phrase "risotto balls," probably punctuated by a lustful groan.

Chicken-Wing Recipes For Your Super Bowl Party

The Hartford Courant — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:27:00 GMT

Plan B's Chicken Wings

Barley Vine Answers Bristol's Call

By LEEANNE GRIFFIN, Special to the Courant — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 14:50:43 GMT

Bar-Centric Neighborhood Gastropub Features Craft Beers

The people of Bristol wanted a pub. So Terry and Victor Lugo brought them one.

Chamard Vineyards Adds Bistro

By LINDA GIUCA, Special To The Courant — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 14:50:43 GMT

Ever-Changing French Menu Emphasises Local Ingredients

At this time of year, the grapevines at Chamard Vineyards in Clinton have shed their leaves and given up the heavy clusters of grapes to the fall harvest. Even without the full bloom of the vineyard, Chamard draws visitors to the calm landscape and the tasting room, where the wood fire adds to the coziness.

New On20 Chef Up To Challenge

By MARYELLEN FILLO, fillo@courant.com — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Emphasizes White-Glove Service, Adventurous Sophistication

It was surprising news that spread fast when word got out that famed executive chef Noel Jones had left the kitchen at Hartford's toney On20 in the Hartford Steam Boiler Building a few months ago. The 20 t h floor restaurant, a favorite with the corporate crowd, gourmands and those who want food with an impressive view, had become synonymous with Jones, whose menu and ability enhanced the restaurant's pedigree.

El Pulpo: A Taste Of Mediterranean

By LEEANNE GRIFFIN, Special to the Courant — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 03:50:41 GMT

Spanish Cuisine In Unexpected Southington Locale Follow CT Lifestyle & Entertainment News On The Courant's Features Buzz Facebook Page

Don't drive too quickly down Route 10 in Southington. You might miss an intriguing addition to the town's dining scene.

Persimmon, Please: A Marvelous Mojito

By Seka Palikuca , Tribune Newspapers — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT

A cocktail cure for a curious fruit

It's persimmon season — though not for much longer. If you act quickly, you can still pick up the sweet, delicious fruit at your local market.

2013 Food Trends: What's The Buzz

By Judy Hevrdejs and Bill Daley , Tribune Newspapers — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT

The healthful green kale was one of the biggest trends of 2012. What will take its place?

2013 is the year of the snake, according to the Chinese lunar calendar. But in food circles, it just might be the year of the roast chicken or Asian noodles.

Carbone's Opens New Kitchen In Bloomfield

By MARYELLEN FILLO, fillo@courant.com — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 14:06:00 GMT

Owner Of Hartford Landmark Gives It Another Go In Bloomfield

It's déjà vu for Vinnie Carbone these days. His second restaurant, Carbone's Kitchen, has opened, and there is something familiar about the Bloomfield space in the Wintonbury Mall. It is the same space Carbone's now defunct W.B. Cody's was located several years ago.

A Touch Of Fine Dining At Waterhouse Oyster Bar

BY LEEANNE GRIFFIN, Special To The Courant — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 03:34:00 GMT

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Suzette and Arturo Franco-Camacho didn't realize how much they missed fine dining until they were back at it, they say. With the recent opening of Waterhouse Oyster Bar and Bistro on Branford's Main Street, they've returned to their roots.

Lucky Little Bites For New Year's

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Traditional New Year's dishes transform into fortune- and flavor-packed appetizers for parties

Soba sushi rolls

Cornish Hens For Christmas Dinner

By Bill Daley , Tribune Newspapers — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 13:30:08 GMT

Diminutive bird makes elegant presentation for holiday dinners

Cornish hens deliciously prove the adage: Good things do come in small packages. Savvy hosts can capitalize on that to easily create a special Christmas or New Year's Eve dinner.

Dinner (And A Movie) On Front Street

By MARYELLEN FILLO, mfillo@courant.com — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:43:00 GMT

New Bistro Does Double Duty For A Hartford Outing

Think of a movie and the eats that come to mind are usually popcorn and a soda.

Hide Tide Truck Offers Gourmet Meals On Wheels

By LINDA GIUCA, Special To the Courant — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 00:10:22 GMT

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If you need a taste of summer as autumn turns to winter, take a road trip and find Rich Messier.

Farmers Markets And Stands In Connecticut

By Amy Ellis, aellis@courant.com — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 14:56:35 GMT

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Markets & Stands