Wine of the Month

Published on 12/03/10

Since it’s a time of the year when people often give wine as a gift, or bring it as a contribution to a gathering, instead of offering just one wine for December, I’m offering four suggestions, and all of them are available here in our store. Read More »

Simmering Success

Lizbeth Lane's sauces streamline tasty dishes

Published on 12/01/10

Confession of The Hunt editor: I hate to cook. I have a few tried-and-true recipes that I am grudgingly willing to make for special occasions, but I just don’t understand the allure of cooking on a nightly basis. Read More »

Holiday Baking

Tips and techniques for stress-free holiday baking

Published on 11/10/10

A wonderful woman came up with the idea of fresh-baked brioche on Christmas morning. Let’s call this woman Wendy. Wendy was prepared; she researched several recipes, bought local organic butter and a set of brioche pans. The night before Christmas, Wendy was stirring, but her dough was lumpy and cold. Wendy was still optimistic, so she started over. At 2am Wendy gave up and made snickerdoodles with the remaining organic butter. On Christmas morning Wendy’s family ate cookies while Wendy took a much-needed nap on the sofa. Read More »

Piccolina Toscana Opens

Trolley Square restaurant gets fresh look

Published on 10/22/10

Restaurateur Chef Dan Butler just can’t leave well enough alone. He’s re-invented his upscale Italian restaurant, Toscana, several times since the launch of his original Trolley Square endeavor, Griglia Toscana, which opened in 1991. Since then, Griglia Toscana has transformed into Tavola Toscana, and again into Toscana Kitchen+Bar. Next up: Piccolina Toscana, which opened in mid-October 2010. Read More »

Wine of the Month

October 2010

Published on 10/01/10

I don’t consider myself a wine expert, just a wine lover! However, the most important aspect of wine for me is how it pairs with food. I want the wine to complement and enhance the flavors in food, not overpower them. Read More »

Wine of the Month

September 2010

Published on 9/03/10

This month’s featured wine that I have chosen for your enjoyment is Beringer’s 2006 “Sbragia Limited Release” Chardonnay. This wine is made by the winemaster emeritus Ed Sbragia; every year he hand-picks small lots of grapes from all over Napa Valley in California for the Chardonnay that bears his name. Read More »

Hagley Adds New Chef

Dan Butler will bring seasonal fare to organic cafe

Published on 8/26/10

A new partnership will provide diners with a delicious experience at Hagley Museum and Library. Read More »

A Tasteful Tradition

Put your own spin on a tea time staple

Published on 8/10/10

Versatile, delectable, and fun are just a few words that describe the tea sandwich. It is one of the staples of afternoon tea, a setting distinct from high tea because of its earlier serving time and requisite light fare. Susan Johnstone, proprietor of The Lincoln Room in West Chester says, “High Tea is more substantial and filling and served later in the day, often around 5 or 6pm, with a light dinner followed much later.” So if you’re looking for a way to enjoy food and conversation with guests without stuffing them, look no further than afternoon tea featuring delicious tea sandwiches. Read More »

Barbecue Rising

It’s gooey and delicious, and foodies can take it seriously

Published on 7/19/10

For decades, barbecue was something sold out of tumbledown roadside stands lurking on the edges of small Southern towns. The wood smoke curling up from rusting half-barrels and interesting smells being pulled inside our cars by the AC as we sped by—they were the kind of places that only the locals who wore bib overalls and perhaps food adventurers such as Calvin Trillin would actually stop to eat at. Read More »

Caputo’s Kitchen

Espuma's top chef shares secrets on YouTube

Published on 6/22/10

My father used to say that good food makes for a good life. It’s true. The subtlest flavor in the proper context alters the very perception of not only the meal, but also the entire day. Read More »