I ordered the vanilla with fig balsamic syrup. The syrup was delicious but Jen, Jack, and Chris had the right idea getting the Monday Sundae (twist ice cream, Nutella-lined waffle cone, dulce de leche, sea salt, and whipped cream).
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8.09.2011
Big Gay Ice Cream
I finally, FINALLY went to the Big Gay Ice Cream Truck last night with my pals Jen, Jack, and Chris (Note: I probably don't need to even tell you this, but the pics were taken with a phone camera...):
7.14.2011
Happy Bastille Day!
Happy Bastille Day, friends! We're on Day One of our annual family vacation to Oregon and California*, and I'm already feeling myself relax as we get further and further away from the hustle and bustle of NYC (which, consequently, I am addicted to). But let's talk about Bastille Day...
Last Sunday, I finally had the chance to take part in the Bastille Day celebration on 60th Street, hosted by FIAF (French Institute: Alliance Francaise). Adam, our friends Jen and Phil, and I spent a decadent day eating duck confit on a baguette (with cornichons tucked in)....
...wine-tasting...
...checking out French books (they didn't have it, but I'm dying to buy a copy of Ramona la Peste)...
...and buying jewelry, which Phil insisted wasn't really French...
But my favorite thing? I FINALLY ATE MACARONS!!!!
Um, do you think I'm excited much in this photo? And check out the selection:
Thanks to The Culinary Librarian, I made a beeline for the MacarOn Cafe tent. I decided to buy a pack of six, and I was able to choose any that I wanted. Here's what I got:
From the bottom up, I chose Pistachio, Nutella, Creme Brulee, Dark Chocolate, Violette, and Rose. The Violette was first - it just completely intrigued me, but Jen was worried it would "taste like perfume."
We both agreed it didn't. I loved the crunch on the outside and the soft cake-y interior, and the violet flavor was subtle and delicate; the textures and flavors really came together perfectly and it was so well-balanced. And for a gal like me who has a tiny little sweet tooth, it wasn't too sugary-syrupy sweet for me.
Next up was the Rose. It was truly like eating a rose petal, which I couldn't decide if I liked or not. Ultimately, it was unusual, interesting, and very fragrant; I think I liked it. Jen...well...Jen said it tasted and smelled "like old lady." See why I love her?
The other macarons were lovely, but didn't really compare to the Rose and Violette. I enjoyed the Pistachio, in particular, as it had the same well-balanced deliciousness as the Violette. It was all just so lovely.
Eat, drink, and vive la France!
* Previous posts on our West Coast adventures include: The Wild Pear, Oregon 2009, and California 2009.
Last Sunday, I finally had the chance to take part in the Bastille Day celebration on 60th Street, hosted by FIAF (French Institute: Alliance Francaise). Adam, our friends Jen and Phil, and I spent a decadent day eating duck confit on a baguette (with cornichons tucked in)....
...wine-tasting...
...checking out French books (they didn't have it, but I'm dying to buy a copy of Ramona la Peste)...
...and buying jewelry, which Phil insisted wasn't really French...
But my favorite thing? I FINALLY ATE MACARONS!!!!
Um, do you think I'm excited much in this photo? And check out the selection:
Thanks to The Culinary Librarian, I made a beeline for the MacarOn Cafe tent. I decided to buy a pack of six, and I was able to choose any that I wanted. Here's what I got:
From the bottom up, I chose Pistachio, Nutella, Creme Brulee, Dark Chocolate, Violette, and Rose. The Violette was first - it just completely intrigued me, but Jen was worried it would "taste like perfume."
We both agreed it didn't. I loved the crunch on the outside and the soft cake-y interior, and the violet flavor was subtle and delicate; the textures and flavors really came together perfectly and it was so well-balanced. And for a gal like me who has a tiny little sweet tooth, it wasn't too sugary-syrupy sweet for me.
Next up was the Rose. It was truly like eating a rose petal, which I couldn't decide if I liked or not. Ultimately, it was unusual, interesting, and very fragrant; I think I liked it. Jen...well...Jen said it tasted and smelled "like old lady." See why I love her?
The other macarons were lovely, but didn't really compare to the Rose and Violette. I enjoyed the Pistachio, in particular, as it had the same well-balanced deliciousness as the Violette. It was all just so lovely.
Eat, drink, and vive la France!
* Previous posts on our West Coast adventures include: The Wild Pear, Oregon 2009, and California 2009.
12.05.2010
Celebrating Winter with Friends
I've missed being here so much and I can't tell you what a huge relief it is to come back here: it's a sign that my life is returning to some amount of normalcy. I was drowning in all things NCTE and ALAN before Thanksgiving (check out the recaps here and here) and then I was on the loveliest trip ever to Anguilla for the holiday (photos forthcoming). Christmas and ALA Midwinter are looming larger and larger on the horizon but, for right now, I'm here. And I'm determined to enjoy this moment and not think about the rest.
Our first weekend back from the sunny beaches of Anguilla we were faced with 40-degree winter days and I thought that there wasn't a better way to brave the weather than to hole up with good friends - Jenn and Phil - and catch up on all our news. On the menu: Brussel Sprouts with Bacon, Creamy Parmesan Polenta, and Grilled Sausages.
Jenn and Phil are regulars at the Lutz table and we've settled into a nice routine where we cook and they bring dessert. Often, it's petits fours from this wonderful bakery near Jenn and Phil but, last night, it was Salted Maple Walnut Thumbprints, made by Miss J herself. Fabulous.
Things are always crazy during conference time at work and the holidays compound that. My blog dropped off...I didn't contribute to the holiday fair at Bug's school like I had intended...I haven't set my fantasy football teams for three weeks. But there's always time to get together with friends, to catch up over food and drink, and to share laughs and smiles.
Eat, drink, and prioritize.
Our first weekend back from the sunny beaches of Anguilla we were faced with 40-degree winter days and I thought that there wasn't a better way to brave the weather than to hole up with good friends - Jenn and Phil - and catch up on all our news. On the menu: Brussel Sprouts with Bacon, Creamy Parmesan Polenta, and Grilled Sausages.
Jenn and Phil are regulars at the Lutz table and we've settled into a nice routine where we cook and they bring dessert. Often, it's petits fours from this wonderful bakery near Jenn and Phil but, last night, it was Salted Maple Walnut Thumbprints, made by Miss J herself. Fabulous.
Things are always crazy during conference time at work and the holidays compound that. My blog dropped off...I didn't contribute to the holiday fair at Bug's school like I had intended...I haven't set my fantasy football teams for three weeks. But there's always time to get together with friends, to catch up over food and drink, and to share laughs and smiles.
Eat, drink, and prioritize.
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