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[4 Oct 2009 | No Comment | ]
Good Eats:  The Early Years Book Tour

Culinary genius Alton Brown is making his way across America to promote his recent book, Good Eats:  The Early Years.  This is the first of two volumes, with the second one making it’s way to store shelves in fall 2010.  His book tour starts this Friday in New York City, with his final destination being Norcross, GA.
Book tour dates, location, and times:
New York City
Friday, October 9
Barnes & Noble – Union Square
7PM
New York City
Saturday, October 10
Food & Wine Festival
12:30PM
New York City
Sunday, October 11
Food & Wine Festival
12PM
Boston
Tuesday, October 13
Brookline Booksmith at Coolidge …

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[28 Sep 2009 | No Comment | ]
The 12th Annual Chocolate Show Hits NYC This October

I seem to miss this event ever since I’ve come to known about it.  Even though I’m not a big fan of chocolate, I’m always impressed by the many different types of chocolate concoctions and by the chocolate art.  Details below:
Where
Metropolitan Pavilion
125 West 18th Street – New York, NY 10011

When
October 30th to November 1st, 2009 – Chocolate Show
Friday, October 30: noon to 8pm
Saturday, October 31: 10am to 8pm
Sunday, November 1: 10am to 5pm

Tickets
Now available for $28 per adult.
Website : www.ticketmaster.com
The price will be $30 when purchased …

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[14 Aug 2009 | No Comment | ]
Update: NYC Summer Restaurant Week is Underway

UPDATE:  Restaurant Week is extended through Labor Day.
Restaurant Week is underway in New York City again.  Over 250 NYC restaurants are participating in the event and it’ll be around until the end of the month.  Lunch is priced at $24.07 (odd pricing), and dinner is set at $35.00.  Drinks, taxes, and gratuities are not included.  Check out the list of participants here.

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[6 Aug 2009 | No Comment | ]
Events at Vintage Irving

There are a number of events going on at Vintage Irving in New York City.  If you’re into fine wine and food, then check this place out.  The restaurant also hosts a number of events quite frequently.  Tickets for the events can be purchased online.  118 East 15th St. at Irving Place.
20 Wines for $20
Every Monday at 7pm
Taste a selection of 20 wines for only $20!
Try some reds and whites, and choose your favorite one!! Dinner will be available for purchase before and after event
Enjoy an evening in Union …

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[1 Jun 2009 | No Comment | ]
Taste of Times Square: June 8, 2009

One of New York City’s most popular annual outdoor food festivals, Taste of Times Square, presented by the Times Square Alliance, is your chance to sample “tastes” of delicious signature dishes from Times Square’s best restaurants, enjoy classic New York street performers, catch top-notch local entertainment on three stages, and show off your hottest dance moves all evening with help from a swing band and free dancing lessons from Swing46.
Food fanatics and music fans have long known that “Taste of Times Square” represents a great gastronomic and entertainment value, offering …

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[10 Apr 2009 | No Comment | ]
4th Annual Coffee And Tea Festival NYC

Love Tea? Love Coffee?  How about both?  If you live in the New York City area, this event is for you!  I went last year and I enjoyed trying out different teas and coffees from all over the world.
Event: 4th Annual Coffee And Tea Festival NYC
Date: April 18-19, 2009
Place: Metropolitan Pavilion 125 W. 18th St. New York, NY  10011
Time: April 18, 2009 11am-6pm, April 19, 2009 11am-5pm
Website: www.CoffeeAndTeaFestival.com
Tickets: $20 for a full day pass (buy tickets online in advance and save $5 by using promo code FESTIVAL)
Event Description: OPEN to …

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[23 Feb 2009 | No Comment | ]
Time Out For Hunger – March 8, 2009

Invite your friends today to dine out on Sunday, March 8 and fight hunger! For Time Out For Hunger, a selection of Time Out New York’s favorite restaurants will donate 10 percent of a day’s proceeds to the Food Bank For New York City.
An annual partnership with Time Out New York, 90 restaurants helped to raise more than 170,000 free meals for New Yorkers in need 2008. Help us do more in 09 — browse our current list of participating restaurants today and remember to check back every week for …

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[6 Feb 2009 | No Comment | ]
The Chocolate Bar: A Carnival of Chocolate

The annual chocolate bar event is in its eighth year at the Ritz Carlton-Battery Park.  Prepare to over-indulge in chocolate decadence.  Just don’t pass out on the floor from overdose, not classy.
Award-winning Pastry Chef Laurent Richard presents a sumptuous gourmet buffet of the most unforgettable decadent chocolate desserts complimented by a bottomless glass of Champagne. Indulge in this sinful selection while experiencing the most breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty and New York Harbor from the 14th floor Rise Bar. The romantic water views are enhanced by Chef …

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[5 Feb 2009 | No Comment | ]
The 2nd Annual New York Wine Expo: Feb 27 – March 1

The 2nd Annual New York Wine Expo is less than a month away.  Wine lovers out there better get your tickets fast.
The Grand Tasting is the centerpiece of the New York Wine Expo. It takes place in the Special Events Hall at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.
You won’t want to miss this opportunity to sample over 600 wines from around the world and meet the winemakers who produce them. Top winemakers and winery principles are on hand to speak directly about their wines and the wine making process as …

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[30 Jan 2009 | No Comment | ]
2009 City Bakery Annual Hot Chocolate Festival

The 17th Hot Chocolate Festival at City Bakery starts this Saturday, January 31st and is open until midnight.  Throughout the month of February, visit the bakery for a daily hot chocolate special.  City Bakery is located at 3 West 18th Street, just footsteps from 5th Avenue.  Bonus points if you go everyday in February.
Here’s the breakdown of the daily flavors:
Feb 01:  Beer Hot Chocolate
Feb 02:  Hot Chocolate A-Go Go
Feb 03:  Ginger Hot Chocolate
Feb 04:  Milk Chocolate Hot Chocolate
Feb 05:  Earl Grey Tea Hot Chocolate
Feb 06:  Bourbon Hot Chocolate
Feb 07:  Caramel …