Maybe it’s the whole what-I-like-must-be-bad-for-me mindset, but the way some people talk about coffee you’d think it was another chemical concoction dreamed up in the lab of a large food corporation. Fact is, researchers are just starting to grind through this brew’s rich collection of beneficial antioxidants—and… Read more »
It was with much anticipation that we headed to Butcher’s Best in Newtown, Connecticut (Butcher’s Best is an advertiser on The Mercurial) for Chef Michael Bick’s first farm-to-table dinner of the year. We not only brought our appetites; we brought friends. And you… Read more »
Much to the dismay of my sister-in-law it is once again ramp season. I, however, am delighted. I love these pungent wild gems of Spring. Since they are only around for a limited time, I like to take full advantage of their flavor. … Read more »
As a local food supporter, I think it’s a good idea to have some general knowledge about what’s going on at the state level when it comes to agriculture. I figure part of knowing where your food comes from is also knowing what issues… Read more »
This is Kevin. He is terrorizing the local food challenge circuit, and often following up his massive meals with an ice cream dessert. Here is episode 12 of ‘Kevin Eats It,’ where Kevin takes on a bunch of barbecue. Though we don’t… Read more »
I know I already blogged about this faboo dessert from Carnival Night! But it’s just so darn tasty and so dang seasonal I’ve decided to share it once again, along with my Slammin’ Drop Biscuit recipe. Step 1: Freeze the Cadbury Creme Eggs… Read more »
Elissa Altman’s first book, Poor Man’s Feast, reads like a good, hearty meal – by the time the last page is turned, you feel as though you know Altman intimately, that you’ve sat at her table countless times, filling up with fine food and… Read more »
Montana farmer and rancher Jenny Sabo keeps a jar of homemade sauerkraut or kimchi on the table at all times. As an extreme locavore—someone who tries to eat as locally as possible—Sabo grows or trades for most of her family’s vegetables, but the fermented… Read more »
A couple months ago, I got an awesome housewarming present from Vegetarian Metalhead: Mosh Potatoes, a cookbook of recipes by metal musicians. Compiled by Steve Seabury, each dish in the collection begins with an anecdote from the artist/cook, and there are lots of funny… Read more »
This is Kevin. He is terrorizing the local food challenge circuit, and often following up his massive meals with an ice cream dessert. Here is episode 11 of Kevin Eats It, where Kevin takes on a bunch of barbecue. Though we don’t know how… Read more »
What do Cincinnati, San Antonio, and tailgating have in common? Chili. Whether with beans or without – a culinary dilemma – this winter warm-up tops the comfort food list. On Sunday, February 10, the Danbury Westerners, CityCenter Danbury, and the Danbury Arena will… Read more »
Mo Rocca: he’s the man that doesn’t need any introduction. But, you know how this works…we’re gonna give you one anyway. Mo Rocca’s all over your TV and there is no doubt that you’ve seen him, laughed at his jokes, or even smirked… Read more »
The folks at Stanziato’s Wood Fired Pizza in Danbury posted a fun, off-the-cuff video on Facebook the other day of the flourishing greenhouses at Holbrook Farm in Bethel, Connecticut. Despite the snow and chilly temps outside, their was a warm, lush landscape of herbs… Read more »
Wow, do I know a lot of people who are feeling under the weather right now. I’m trying to stay ahead of it with religious hand washing and, quite frankly, just staying away from anyone who has even the slightest sniffle. I have much… Read more »
Happy holidays! Weather you observe Christmas, Solstice, Hanukkah, Kwanza, Yule, or Eid or Festivus, there is one thing all these celebrations have in common: large quantities of food. The days leading up to the new year are filled with big meals consisting of the… Read more »
I tend to be a slacker when it comes to planning meals ahead of time. I typically open the fridge or the pantry and whip up dinner based on what’s inside. This habit is probably also why nine times out of ten I use… Read more »
This is Kevin. He is terrorizing the local food challenge circuit, and often following up his massive meals with an ice cream dessert. Here is episode 10 of Kevin Eats It, where Kevin takes on 2 1/2 gallons of ice cream. You’ve… Read more »
First Night Danbury, enjoying its 24th year as a family friendly New Year’s Eve celebration this 2012-2013, will salute “Danbury Fare”. The pun is intended, with memories of Danbury’s Fair history and its current proactive revitalization of a CityCenter Downtown hub. Through the efforts… Read more »
Photos by Alec Jordan This past Sunday’s farm to table dinner at Holbrook Farm in Bethel, Connecticut sort of began with dessert for me – farmhand Jessica Wong brought a couple of pies from the Holbrook bakery to a local campfire I attended Saturday… Read more »
As the cold weather blows in, we almost innately brew up some hot chocolate for a warm and tasty treat. When doing so, here’s a few quick and easy ways to revitalize this guilty pleasure and turn it into a medicinal delight. … Read more »
Food photos speak to me. When I peruse a recipe, I can usually imagine what it will taste like and whether or not I’ll like it. However, when I look at a photo in food magazines or see a dish on TV, it can… Read more »
Summer is once again coming to a close. I do love the change of seasons in the Northeast, but I will miss that quintessential taste of the hot season. Thankfully, I have saved, and continue to save, as much of it as possible. My… Read more »
The 35th annual Norwalk Seaport Association Oyster Festival will be held this year from Friday, September 7 through Sunday, September 9. This year’s entertainment highlights include music from nationally known bands such as The Rising on Friday, The Village People on Saturday, and Lou Gramm… Read more »
The other day I was trying to take a nap, but I couldn’t get the idea of pickle biscuits out of my mind. So here they are. Not overly pickley in taste – but just a nice hint of it. I’m sure you could… Read more »
A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending a farm to table reception at the senior living facility Maplewood at Newtown. As I’ve written about in the past, there is a company wide initiative at Maplewood to serve locally sourced food to residents. It’s a challenging… Read more »