October 24, 2011 1:31 pm
Donuts and mussels. You'd never think that a man who knows his seafood would be into pastry but bam, Chef Zac Young of Flex Mussels really understands his dough!
Starting October 26th, Chef Young brings his doughnut prowess to Grand Central Station. Flex Donuts is popping up to ease the hearts of weary (and hungry) travelers until the new year, with amazing flavors such as Pumpkin Spice with Maple Glaze, Mulled Cider & Blueberry with Chocolate Frosting. Traditional doughnuts retail for about $2.00, while more exotic frosted doughnuts can be purchased for $3.50.
Stop by the Zocalo take out section of Grand Central from 11:30am-7:00pm for freshly made, seasonal munchies. If you can't make it to the pop-up shop, stop by Flex Mussels on West 13th Street and receive 50% off Chef Young's signature donut sampler with the purchase of any entree.
Take advantage of this great taste of New York City and head to Flex Donuts before those seasonal bites are history!
Photo credit: Flex Donuts
— Written by Kaitlin A. Lipe
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August 30, 2011 1:49 pm
Very few liquors impress me. I was amused by chipotle flavored vodka, rum soaked with cranberries and tequila that tasted faintly of dried, smoked wood but I was truly tickled pink by Bakon Vodka. Not your dad's sipping drink, this gem of a liquor smells, tastes, but does not look like the pork product itself. While a Bloody Mary would compliment this clear booze to a B, I vastly prefer the almost sweet, but death-defyingly delicious, Elvis Presley. No matter what the occasion, the King of Rock & Roll does not disappoint with a smoky flavor, hint of sweet and the desire to keep consuming until the cows come home.
The Elvis Presley
1 oz Bakon Vodka
1/2 oz Hazelnut Liqueur
1/2 oz Banana Liqueur
Splash of Cream
Shake with ice and serve like a martini or strained into a shot glass.
Just like the man himself, smothered in bacon and bananas, this succulent sipper will have you wishing for a pair of blue suede shoes to rock out in (all while enjoying your cocktail!)
Trick: Substitute the Hazelnut Liqueur for a little dark chocolate syrup for a super sweet kick!
Photo credit: bakonvodka.com
— Written by Kaitlin A. Lipe
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July 20, 2011 11:44 am
If you’re not a chocolate lover, I would suggest you stop reading this right now. Actually, keep reading because this might just change your mind. To me, chocolate is the one food group (yeah, I said it—food group) that, the second it touches the tongue, turns me into an addict. Once separated, the swirly, sugary, melty, crunchy, sweet, salty world of cocoa has me licking tables, napkins and even a hand or two for just one more crumb. But the problem is, sugar and I are just not friends. We fight all the time; I leave and say I’ll never be back; I come back, and in return, I get fat. It’s quite the relationship; let me tell you.
The concept of “life changing food” is something I’ve encountered only a few times in my life. And the day I come in contact with a life changing food is, as I’m sure you can imagine, a great day. Well, today is a great day, as I’ve recently discovered; a term that has probably never crossed the lips of any nutritionist, doctor or trainer—healthy chocolate. Gnosis Chocolate prides itself on being the World’s most nutritious chocolate. You heard me, nutritious. Gnosis uses entirely organic, raw cacao, raw superfoods, low-glycemic sweeteners, fruits and herbs from every corner of the world. And let me tell you, it’s fantastic. Each ingredient is specially picked, paired and put into Gnosis’ Cacao bars, OrigiNib bars and truffles, ensuring that every bite is full of health-benefiting herbs and flavor-packed superfoods. With out-of-this-world ingredients like blue-green algae, Siberian ginseng and Burdock root—to name a few, each bar has a specific function, ranging from enhancing cognitive function to aiding digestion to protecting your body from free-radicals and literally everything in between.
I was incredibly lucky to be able to try a variety of flavors; flavors that made my taste buds hop from one cloud of smile-inducing chocolate to the next. My first venture into one of Gnosis’ creations was the Coconut Almond cacao bar. I broke the silence of a quiet room with, “Oh my gosh,” prompting jealous heads to look up and stare at me as I closed my eyes, smiled and I think even danced a little. The sweet, distinct taste of the coconut was reminiscent of my trips to the Caribbean—minus me shaking from a sugar overload—and the almond added a crunch and homey feel that blended insanely well with the smooth chocolate. Each bar is rich and creamy, but somehow light and airy all at once. The quality of the chocolate could be tasted in the first bite, immediately putting anything made with sugar and in a factory on my “never again” list. I made my way through Aphrodisia, Fleur de Sel, SuperChoc and Pomegranate Açai, literally giggling to myself about how good the chocolate was, attracting resentful chocolate lovers to eye me down. But I wasn’t done. The Bali, Grenada and Madagascar OrigiNibs were each special and spectacular, bursting with so many detectable flavors I wasn’t exactly sure what to do except continue giggling with chocolate smeared all over my face like a four-year-old. And good news, the chocolate is finally off my face, I’ve stopped receiving dirty looks, I feel smarter and more energized, and I’ve officially become a chocolate snob. I told you it was a great day.
Photo credit: Gnosis Chocolate
— Written by Zoee Silber
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January 7, 2011 1:15 pm
It takes a lot to break me away from my morning cup of coffee, but every now and again, a strong, black tea can be an alternative to the typical brew. It's not every day you can find a flavorful black tea that's not only delicious but loaded with caffeine.
Kusmi Tea's Spicy Chocolate comes in a tin casing, locking in the rich smell of the tea that will make you want to brew it immediately. This loose leaf tea has subtle hints of cocoa and cinnamon that set it apart from other black tea blends. Pungent and earthy with a kick of bitterness, you now have an excuse to drink chocolate every morning.
Tip: Try making your own chai latte by adding steamed milk straight from an espresso machine.
Photo credit: blisstree.com
— Written by Amanda Sorrentino
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January 5, 2011 3:30 pm
Moonstruck Chocolatier may be based on the other side of the country in Oregon, but one taste of their Mayan Hot Cocoa takes you to an enchanted world where chocolate reigns supreme. Each warm sip has spicy cinnamon flavors that rival the taste of rich dark cocoa. Added almonds create an intense aroma that brings our the flavor of the chocolate and the spices. This hot cocoa is the perfect escape on cold winter days, and best of all, it's just as easy to make as good ol' Swiss Miss.
Tip: Mix with ULLR Peppermint Cinnamon Schnapps for the ultimate spicy nightcap.
Photo credit: madeinoregon.com
— Written by Amanda Sorrentino
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Tags : Moonstruck, Mayan, Hot Cocoa, Chocolate, Spices, Amanda Sorrentino
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