Food & Drink
By JOHN BART
May 19, 2022This month’s column title is a quote from ancient Greek philosopher Plato, and you can’t argue with the author of “The Republic.” I did a little research, and in that Socratic dialogue, Socrates is developing a defense of the just life and its necessary connection to the happy life. Pair that with the column title quote, and philosophically speaking, the ...
The TJX Companies, Inc., which includes TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra and Homesense is recalling certain vegan chocolate products, announced the company. The products are being recalled because they may contain undeclared milk.
People who have allergies to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products, stated the FDA.
One ...
Imagine this. Lobster tempura with mango on the inside, topped with lobster salad. Salmon with avocado topped with fresh tuna, shitake mushroom salsa and a special dressing dance around the masterpiece. An impressive and decadent sushi and sashimi bar. Grilled sesame salmon filet, shitake mushroom, vegetable tempura and chef’s special tamarind sauce. These are just a few of the exquisite ...
“In the spring, I have counted 136 different kinds of weather inside of 24 hours” -Mark Twain
I’m a seasonal beer drinker and, for unnecessary clarity to those that know me, it means I participate in all seasons and enjoy each season’s go-to stalwarts as well as new varieties.
As the weather goes through its changes, I propose we honor those changes we can’t ...
After more than 15 years of working in New York City hotels and restaurants, Somers resident Selvia Tjandra is back to where her baking journey all started—in her own kitchen.
Selvia makes beautiful custom homemade cakes, cookies and other desserts, and is thrilled to share her recipes with Hudson Valley Living. She is a huge advocate for clean and healthy eating, cooking and baking. Her ...