My New Book—Ice Cream: A Global History

Boozy Ice Cream Treats for the Holiday

Want to get a buzz on for the holidays? You could stick to plain old cocktails. Or you could jazz them up a bit by adding ice cream.  Better yet, why not churn some ice cream that’s flavored by vodka, rum or some other liquor? Click here to read my HuffPo post with recipes you [...]

Cascabel, the Mexican Spot, is Slated To Open This Week on the Upper West Side

Update: Manager Luce now says Cascabel will open Thursday or Friday, June 30 or July 1.
Cascabel, the popular Upper East Side Mexican spot, is slated to open its new Upper West Side spot soon, possibly in the next few days, according to a manager at the restaurant who identified herself as Luce.
The new outpost, at [...]

Gin in June: Modern drinks and Vintage Ones Too at This Brooklyn Event

Nothing says summer more than gin and tonic, so this June 10 gin-and-a dose-of-history event at The Old Stone House in Brooklyn, is well-timed. You can hop on the 2/3 train which stops near the Old Stone House, then have yourself some summer drinks and learn a little gin history, too.
They’ll serve old time gin [...]

Oscar Night Cocktail and Snack: Blushing Campari and Kale Chips

The Oscars are coming! Chances are you’ll be hosting a party Feb. 27 or going to one. A pot luck may be part of the plan. So, whether you’re rooting for Black Swan or The Social Network, you’ll surely want a drink and snack close at hand.
Chef Renee suggests the following:
Oscar Party Drink and Snack: [...]

New Years Cocktail Recipes to Enjoy in New York or Anywhere

New Years in my book can turn into one of those nights of forced gaiety when you’re suppose to celebrate, or else! The ultimate example of this mindset, of course, is the scrum of howling revelers that converges on Times Square for the ritual midnight dropping of the ball.
But if you’re spending New Years Eve [...]