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TIERRA Opens in Westport: Locally Sourced, Latin-American Gem
Desperately seeking authentic Latin inspired cuisine with a strong Mexican flair and some cocktails that can render you “muy feliz?” TIERRA could be the place for you. Deep, down (way down, under...
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Uncle Leo's Not Just Coffee & Donuts in Redding
A top secret doughnut recipe, a father and son business, and a dozen or so different types of doughnuts and New York-style bagels mean that mornings in Georgetown just got that much better, thanks to...
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Crumbs Bake Shop Chain Closes It's Doors
Just in case you hadn't heard...Crumbs has closed all of its CT locations as of this Monday. As reported in The Daily News as well as dozens of other publications, Crumbs Bake Shop, famous for its...
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Winvian in Litchfield Hills: Farm Dinner & A Little History
Ever since a friend mentioned to me his unforgettable experience visiting Winvian in Litchfield Hills, Connecticut, I have always kept it on my “to do” list. In fact, when my daughter and I perused...
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Vegan/Vegetarian-Friendly Food Evolution Now Open in Ridgefield's Marketplace
Food Evolution, a gourmet plant-based café, has recently opened in Ridgefield's Marketplace located at Copps Hill Plaza, 109 Danbury Road, taking over the space formerly occupied by a vegan cafe. The...
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Olivette Opens in Westport: Ultra Premium Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar
The olive oil craze continue with the announcement that Olivette is opening a second tasting room at 24 Railroad Place in Westport. Akin to its sister in Darien, the second location will also offer the...
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Recap: The Spread & CTbites Host Rooftop Fireworks Party
When The Spread co-owner, Chris Hickey, first approached CTbites with the idea of co-hosting a party on a roof of a Norwalk garage, we admittedly were pretty skeptical. A parking garage roof? For a...
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Weekly Nibble: Upcoming Food News & Events
Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain at Mohegan Sun now offers a three-course pre-fixe menu for $38 from Sunday-Thursday. You can also add sommelier wine pairings for $18. New Canaan Taste Tours begin Tuesday...
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New Haven's Specialty Food Market on Broadway Island
The second annual Specialty Food Market takes places this Sunday, July 13 from 11 am to 4 pm in New Haven on Broadway and Elm Streets at THE SHOPS AT YALE. Broadway Island: 56 Broadway, New Haven, CT...
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Blueberry Season in CT: Here's Where To Pick Your Own
Strawberries are wrapping up their season in CT, but those beautiful blues should be ready to pick in a matter of days. If you're looking for a fun family friendly activity, here's a great guide to CT...
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Fried Chicken & Beer Night w/ Charter Oak Brewery
This summer, Ridgefield Academy will be host to some very special dinners. The Fried Chicken & Beer dinner will be held on the scenic grounds of Ridgefield Academy, either indoors, in the former...
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Chef Martschenko of South End to Guest Chef @ Westport Farmers' Market July 17
Nicholas Martschenko, Owner and Executive chef of South End in New Canaan will be the guest chef @ The Westport Farmers' Market on Thursday, July 17th. Nick will demo and serve up (yes!) a beautiful...
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Best Local Ice Cream Shoppes in Lower Connecticut: 2014 Edition
We have expanded and updated last year’s popular roundup of the best ice parlors in lower Connecticut. New flavors abound for 2014. One of our favorite scoop shops melted away, but thanks to our...
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The Chelsea in Fairfield Celebrates 2 Years w/ Special Prix Fixe Menus
VIEW SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY DINNER AND LUNCH MENUS BELOW
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CTbites' Summer Intern on "Chopped Teen Tournament" via Food Network
CTbites is pleased to introduce you to our summer intern, Hannah Bukzin. Hannah is a 14 yr old Staples high school student with a passion for cooking. Hannah has her own blog "Small Chef in a Big...
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Epicurean CT State Shaped Cutting Boards
We don't generally feature products on CTbites as we tend to stay focused on CT, but we've found some kitchen gear that bears mention. Epicurean State Cutting Boards has just announced the addition of...
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Island Life Cocktail Recipe via The Whelk's Jeff Marron
Jeff Marron is the new Barman and director of all things cocktail related at The Whelk & Le Farm. I like to work closely with the kitchen staff at The Whelk in Westport. The talent in that room...
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Weekly Nibble: Upcoming Food News & Events
Cask Republic of Stamford gives you the chance to “Meet the Brewmaster” on Monday July 21. Coverse with Bayerischer Bahnhof Brewmaster Matthias Ritcher. 7:00 PM. $35 pp (all-inclusive). Also on...
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12 Places For Great Coffee in Fairfield County
Let's face it, we all like to get our buzz on. Lucky for us, there are a number of venues in Fairfield County with serious baristas, pulling some pretty epic espresso. For your coffee drinking pleasure...
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Chef Aarón Sánchez Gives CTbites Preview of Paloma Restaurant, Opening in...
I never thought “gourmet” and “Mexican” belonged in the same sentence. Until I had dinner at Zarela's, a Mexican restaurant which had just opened on Second Ave. back in 1987. A revelation! Zarela...
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