Christmas Inn: a musical to put you in the holiday spirit at the Westchester Broadway Theater

December 11, 2016December 11, 2016 / I On The Valley / Leave a comment

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A fun and light hearted holiday musical, “Christmas Inn” has come to the Westchester Broadway Theater for a limited engagement. It is the story of a partnership and friendship of two entertainers who leave Ireland with the hopes of making it big in America. The story fast forwards two generations to the grandsons of the two men who are also an musical entertainment act. However the grandsons have split up and the only bond remaining is the fact that they both are partners in an inn in Sharon Connecticut called the Christmas Inn.

Bill Brewer (Kilty Reidy) arrives at the Inn with his son, Sam (Nick Varricchio) just before Christmas to stage the annual Christmas show at the Inn. However the Inn has seen better days, and it is also about to host Buddy Baker (Jayson Elliot) the estranged partner of Bill. The audience discovers that Buddy as majority partner has plans to sell the Inn to developers who intend to forever close its doors. Will the Inn be saved and will the spirit of the holidays warm the heart of Buddy?

The cast includes Maxine the innkeeper (Ann-Ngaive Martin) who adds comedy to her scenes including her alcohol tinged performance of the “12 Daze of Christmas”. Also impressive is Sara Cline (Linda Baker) who provides the evening with some of the best vocal performances.

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The rest of the talented ensemble of Holly Googe, Joel Pellini, Daniel Scott Walton and Gabriella Perez (prior on the WBT stage in Man of Lamancha and Showboat) sing and dance their way through the numerous Christmas songs that make up the musical.

The character of 10 year old Josie Evans (Molly Siena Culot/Ruby Griffin) is an important one in bridging the divide between the partners. Her solo performance at the end of Act 1 was inspiring.

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The light hearted musical is filled with Christmas carols that are woven throughout the story. At the finale, the cast invites the audience to sing a long in some Christmas tunes.

A fun evening and perfect to put you in the holiday spirit.

Ticket Prices Dinner & Show range between $56.00 and $84.00 PLUS TAX depending on the performances chosen. Beverage Service & Gratuities are not included in the ticket price. Discounts are available for children, students, and senior citizens at selected performances. Also check the website for on-going Special Offers! The show is playing through December 23rd 2016

for more information and tickets

Westchester Broadway Theater

tel 914 592-2222

One Broadway Plaza Elmsford NY

http://www.broadwaytheatre.com

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Organic Vegetable baskets for Thanksgiving at Hilltop Hanover Farm

November 16, 2016 / I On The Valley / Leave a comment

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Hilltop Hanover Farm in Yorktown Heights is offering organic vegetable baskets for your Thanksgiving dinner! If you are looking for organic locally grown produce for your Thanksgiving feast, then look no further. Hilltop Hanover farm is offering prepackaged baskets that include farm grown, seasonal, all organic vegetables. All baskets will feed four to 8 people and include recipes. Each basket will be available for pick up at the farm stand on November 22nd 2016 from 10am to 5pm. The cost is $60 per basket.

The farm stand at Hilltop Hanover Farm also sells maple syrup, pies, gift baskets, pasta and more. You can also pre order pies and turkeys as well from the farm.

Support your local farming community by shopping at the farm stand this Thanksgiving.

for more information:

http://www.hilltophanoverfarm.org/

Hilltop Hanover Farm

1271 Hanover Street Yorktown Heights NY tel 914-963-2368

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Inn at Pound Ridge:Elegant dining in a casual rustic setting

November 15, 2016 / I On The Valley / Leave a comment

Main dining room – photo by inn at pound ridge

Upon opening the door at the Inn at Pound Ridge one is immediately drawn to the entrance fireplace and beautiful display of Autumn bounty of gourds and pumpkins. The space is inviting and warm with a casual sophisticated flair. Reclaimed wood, high ceilings in the main upstairs dining room and custom lighting create a soothing environment in which to dine. One has the immediate feeling that a special dining experience awaits.

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There are two floors on which to dine at the Inn at Pound Ridge as well as a large bar area. All these spaces are all unique. The original building dates to 1833 when it was constructed as a home, but the property has served as an Inn for many years. The Inn at Pound Ridge now owned and run by international chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten brings fantastic cuisine to this landmark restaurant. The main floor of the Inn is a blend of modern design yet retains much of the charm of the original structure with fireplaces, wide plank wood floors, bleached wood and exposed rustic wood beams and trusses. I chose to eat on the lower level which is divided into smaller more intimate spaces and gave me the feeling I was in a secret yet warm place inside a castle with its exposed stone walls.

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There are several seating options from the small fireplace room behind the bar with its inviting couches and antique coffee table which offers a great place to enjoy a drink to the main dining area. The bar is comfortable and looks like it would be right at home in the English Countryside. There is an understated elegance to this space and the wait staff was well prepared to tend to you from start to finish.

The menu is a farm to table cuisine with many of the ingredients being locally sourced from farms in the Hudson Valley and New England. Such a culinary philosophy brings great taste to each dish. I began my meal with a soothing and quite tasty lentil soup. The broth was expertly prepared with just the right amount of seasoning. It was a flavorful and hearty soup that was just perfect for a November afternoon.

Lentil Soup

Another appetizer to try is the Butternut squash salad with sliced apples and pumpkin seeds in a yogurt dressing. This was light and delicious and the perfect pairing of fruit and vegetables. Also a perfect selection with keeping with the spirit of harvest.

Butternut Squash salad

My main dish was the salmon salad which consisted of a nice portion fresh salmon filet, encrusted with sesame seeds and served with a superb Asian dressing on the greens. Truly a delicious and healthy choice. Another nice selection was the Fish and Chips, which was nicely prepared with a light and flavorful batter for extra crunch. The cod was not greasy and was flakey, very fresh and served with potato slices.

Salmon Salad

Fish and Chips

You must not leave without trying one of the wonderful desserts prepared by top pastry chefs. The Almond Cake was scrumptious and had just the right amount of sweetness with a nutty note.

Almond cake

I also sampled the Warm Chocolate Cake which melts in your mouth with the velvet feel of the fresh cake and the soft chocolate inside. The ice cream here is similar to gelato and I had the pleasure to taste is beautifully presented in bowl lined with warm chocolate syrup and sprinkled with caramel corn which gave a crunch to the smoothness of the ice cream.

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Warm Chocolate Cake

The Inn at Pound Ridge is a special restaurant with a beautiful atmosphere. Reservations are a must at this popular Jean-Georges restaurant. The level of culinary skill and expertise makes this the perfect spot for a special occasion or for getting out and having a great dining experience.

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The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges

258 Westchester Ave Pound Ridge New York tel: 914-764-1400

web: http://www.theinnatpoundridge.com/

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Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Returns! November 1-13th 2016. Great time to try a new restaurant!

October 27, 2016October 27, 2016 / I On The Valley / Leave a comment

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Hudson Valley Restaurant Week, presented by Valley Table Magazine is back again starting November 1nd through November 13th 2016. This event involves over 200 restaurants in the mid and lower Hudson Valley which offer diners special three-course price fixe dinner menus for $29.95 (not including beverage, tax and gratuity). Many of these fine restaurants also offer 3-course price fixe lunches for $20.95 (not including beverage, tax and gratuity).

This year celebrates 10 years of Hudson Valley Restaurant Week.

This is an amazing opportunity to try new restaurants, or some old favorites at a reasonable price. There are no tickets to buy and the process is easy ! Go to the Valley Table website and scroll down and view the participating restaurants, then choose a restaurant (or more), call them to make a reservation and then enjoy!
You really should not miss this special time get out and dine at some of the fantastic restaurants we have here in the Hudson Valley.

Hudson Valley Restaurant Week presented by Valley Table Magazine

https://www.valleytable.com/hvrw

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KEE OYSTER HOUSE: Old New York Dining Experience comes to White Plains

October 16, 2016October 17, 2016 / I On The Valley / Leave a comment

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There is a new restaurant in White Plains that brings to the local dining scene a touch of old New York City with an elegant and urban vibe. Three Westchester natives opened KEE Oyster House to bring New York’s famed oyster history back to life by serving a dazzling array of seafood items as well other menu options from the land. The food is all super fresh (no frozen food) and prepared simple and pure to allow the taste and the freshness of the food to really stand out. Everything we sampled was top quality with ample portions.

Upon entering you know you are in a special restaurant. The interior design uses painted dark wood, high ceilings and large tall windows, black and white tile floor in the bar area and Edison bulb lighting. The effect is to replicate the feel of a New York City restaurant in the early 20th Century. A beautiful long marble bar serves top notch specialty cocktails as well as a large wine menu and 20 types of single malt scotches and craft beer flows from seven taps. Guests can eat at the bar and I witnessed some enjoying large plates of fresh oysters with their drinks.

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I sampled the Pomegranate Martini as well at the Oyster House Amigo. I highly recommend these cocktails. Also at the bar diners can enjoy a bag of freshly made potato chips.

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If you enjoy the seafood, this the place for you. A delightful menu with an emphasis on favorites as well as some unique and fresh options. There are hot or cold Seafood Towers which are loaded with clams, oysters, crab meat shrimp and lobster. Any of the items in the Seafood Tower can also be ordered separately. There is nice range of starters with salad, Roasted beets, Chowder and even ribs are available.

Starters: I tried the grilled oysters which were delicious and had a pure and lovely essence of the sea. I was transported briefly to a seaside cafe. Also fantastic was the Oysters Rockefeller with a light crust and creamy spinach filling. A comforting and satisfying way to start the meal.

Grilled Oysters

Oysters Rockefeller

The Shrimp with grits was another tasty choice and the grits provided a nice contrast to the fresh shrimp. The Fried Calamari was a little spicy with its chili aioli and crusty coating, and again was very tasty.

Shrimp with Grits

Calamari

Main Course: There are 6 seafood selections and 5 meat selections on the entree menu. My entree was a 2 1/2 pound steamed lobster (sizes are 2 to 3 1/2 pounds) which is split and deshelled for you table side. You can really taste the freshness of this classic dish. My dish was so large, it really can be shared.

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Another mouthwatering and healthy entree is the Roasted Halibut with a grape tomato stew. The halibut was perfectly prepared, light and delicious. No frozen seafood is used and fresh seafood is sourced daily and it makes a big difference in taste. All dishes are a la carte with side dishes available at additional cost. I sampled the scrumptious Grilled Asparagus and the Roasted Cauliflower with brie cheese. A nice complement to the entree.

Halibut in a grape tomato stew

Dessert: Don’t leave without trying the homemade and classic desserts. We sampled the Apple Cobbler and the Key Lime pie and both were a nice sweet way to round out our meal.

Apple Cobbler

Key Lime Pie

KEE Oyster House is a special restaurant with the feel, atmosphere and high quality of a top restaurant in Manhattan. Not feeling the trip into Manhattan to dine? Then KEE delivers the NYC dining experience right in the heart of White Plains. A warm and lovely atmosphere with top notch service and great food is why this new gem should be on your list of spots to dine.

Both Lunch and Dinner served. Reservations are suggested. Private dining room available.

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KEE OYSTER HOUSE

126-128 East Post Road White Plains New York tel: 914 437 8535

http://www.keeoysterhouse.com/

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Hilltop Hanover Farm:Come to a special Farm to Table Dinner at the farm

October 12, 2016October 12, 2016 / I On The Valley / Leave a comment

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A very special evening awaits! On October 19th at 6pm to 10 pm, The Friends of Hilltop Hanover Farm in Yorktown Heights present a Farm to Table Dinner at the farm. The evening will feature Westchester and area farmers and chefs in a rustic small plate Farm to Table dinner under a tent at Hilltop Hanover Farm.

Broken Bow Brewery of Tuckahoe N. Y. will be providing local craft beer and guests will be able to taste foods and small plates from the following restaurants and farms:

Farmer and The Fish, Peter Pratt’s Inn, Birdsall House, L’Inizio, Bella Cucina Maria, Ladle of Love, Cafe of Love, Suzanne’s Table, Sweet Grass Grill and Tomatillo, Pound Ridge Organics, The Mill, Red Barn Bakery, Baked By Susan, Campbell Meats, Hudson Milk Company, Fishkill Farm, Glynwood Farm, Sprout Creek Farm Cheese, and Harvest Moon and Orchard.

The proceeds from this event will support the Brett Alcaro farmer scholarship fund for young farmers trained at Hilltop Hanover and a college fund for his two small children. There will also be a silent auction.

So come out and have a great meal, a unique dining experience, and support a good cause.

Tickets are $75

for tickets and more information:

http://www.hilltophanoverfarm.org/event/brett-alcaro-memorial-farm-to-table-dinner/

or tickets can be purchased at the main office at the farm.

Hilltop Hanover Farm

1271 Hanover Street Yorktown Heights, NY

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You should be Dancing! Saturday Night Fever comes to the Westchester Broadway Theater stage

September 28, 2016September 28, 2016 / I On The Valley / Leave a comment

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Saturday Night Fever,the musical comes to the Westchester Broadway Theater stage. This musical adaption of the 1977 movie which starred John Travolta was adapted for the stage and premiered in London in 1998 and on Broadway in 2000. It has enjoyed numerous tours, and revivals around the world. It now comes to Westchester and runs through January 29, 2017.

The story (inspired by a 1975 article in New York Magazine by Nik Cohn) follows the life of 19 year old Tony Manero (Jacob Tischler) of Brooklyn, who lives with his family in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. He is stuck in a job with no future and is caught up in the economic malaise that was the late 1970s. With his father laid off from his job and his brother questioning his path into the priesthood, Tony and his friends turn to dancing as their escape.

We follow Tony’s exploits as he displays his talents on the floor of the 2001 Odyssey club where he absorbs the admiration of his fellow club goers. Here he meets Stephanie Mangano (Alexandra Matteo) a 20 year old dancer who has moved away from the neighborhood to Manhattan where she is looking to transform herself. Tony is intrigued by her dancing ability and her boldness in leaving Brooklyn and her old life behind. They find as they practice for a dance contest that they have more in common then they originally thought.

Tony’s gang of friends and his family are all woven into the story as well as Tony discovers he really is “going nowhere” and must make decisions about his future.

The musical score including all the Bee Gees hits (“Staying Alive”, “Jive Talking”, “You should be Dancing”, Night Fever” ) are all here including songs not in the movie. The arrangements of some of the songs have been changed which makes them fresh and more interesting and in some cases the lyrics have more impact in the context of the story.

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Set design by Michael Bottari makes full use of the WBT stage and included are a bridge which spans the back of the stage and frames the story, the Manero’s kitchen which appears from below and then disappears below stage, the disco, and other locals from the story.

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The cast is large with both main players and ensemble singer/dancers. Michelle Dawson who last appeared in Man of La Mancha returns to the WBT stage lends her vocal talents to several musical numbers including “Nights on Broadway”. Lead actors Jacob Tischler and Alexandra Matteo are excellent in every aspect of their performance and the chemistry between them is quite convincing. Directed by Richard Stafford who does an excellent job bring the characters to life.

All in all a fun musical that is family friendly and is a treat not just for fans of the film but anyone who enjoys a story of struggle,self discovery and of course great dancing.

Get out your dancing shoes and boogie over to the Westchester Broadway Theater in Elmsford.

(all photos provided by Westchester Broadway Theater)

Tickets (includes dinner) run from $56 to $84 depending on performance date chosen.

For tickets:

tel: 914 592-2222

http://www.broadwaytheater.com

Westchester Broadway Theater

One Broadway Plaza Elmsford New York

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Tredici North: a stylish new restaurant serving innovative Italian fare

September 27, 2016September 27, 2016 / I On The Valley / Leave a comment

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There is a new Italian restaurant in Purchase NY. that is not to be missed. Tredici North has a swanky and creative edge combined with modern elegance. The beautiful space has three distinct areas, a first floor dining room, a beautiful and uniquely designed bar area, and a second floor which houses an intimate dining space.

Modern and elegant dining area

The bar provides a striking focal point with its earthy wood counter, copper bar stools, and a wall behind the bar that uses reclaimed tiles from a roof in Italy to create a large striking fan pattern.

Bar area

Upstairs, the 13 step under lit stairway leads you to the second dining room and creates the feel that an exclusive dining space awaits.

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Tredici North won “Best Of Westchester” 2016 by Westchester Magazine for their Italian dishes and for the culinary talents of executive chef Giuseppe Fanelli. Chef Fanelli has perfected his craft while working in many top Manhattan restaurants, and has been featured on such television programs as the Travel Channel’s “Man Finds Food” with Adam Richman and he was culinary champion on Food Network’s hit series “Chopped”.

I had the pleasure of dining at this cutting edge restaurant recently and I foudnd out what all the buzz was about.

Cocktails: Tredici North has an extensive wine list from which to choose, but the cocktails have an appeal of their own. The “Flaming Scorpion” is sweet libation of juices, rum and vodka that is potent as it is tasty. It is served in a tiki style tall glass. The cocktail is served tableside and the waiter actually lights the drink on fire. Very cool ! It is quite the show and a great drink. Some of the other interesting drinks sampled at our table was the “Sun’s out/Guns out”, and the smooth and delicious “Gin Joint”.

The Flaming Scorpion

Appetizers: The Angry Lobster is a fantastic presentation with a 1 pound Maine lobster pan fried with meyer lemon, white wine, roasted garlic, red chili flakes, and a grilled corn on the cob as a side. Can you say decadent? A great dish that can be shared as well.

The Angry Lobster !

Another great dish is the fried Calamari (with a twist!) . This dish is firecracker hot and served with celery and gorgonzola cheese. It was hot and spicy, crispy (not soggy of chewy) and scrumptious.

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The “Inside Out Meatballs” are a specialty and very popular and are panko encrusted beef, pork and veal meatballs that are stuffed with fresh mozzarella and ricotta cheese and served in a homemade marinara sauce. Delicious. irene-075

Another top starter is the grilled Polpo. Tender Portuguese octopus grilled and served over frisse salad, grilled peaches, fennel, balsamic glazed pork belly and pesto. This dish clicked all the boxes, savory, sweet, smoky and so fresh. A great combination of ingredients.

Polpo

All the pastas are made fresh in house, so we just had to sample some. The Pasutice is a triangle shaped pasta with Maine lobster, tarragon, shaved asparagus, roasted grape tomatoes and a touch of cream. This dish is true comfort food at its very best. Order a dish and have everyone at the table have a taste.

Main Course: The main courses we enjoyed continued to impress everyone at our table. Try the Organic Salmon, lightly smoked with olives, tomatoes, feta and a banyuls (wine) vinaigrette. Fresh, healthy and so Mediterranean. Another choice was a special menu item that evening, the Veal Valdostana. An enormous slice of veal served on the bone with a superb sauce and spinach.

Organic Salmon, lightly smoked

Veal Valdostana

The last entree choice was the Kobe Beef Ravioli which again was made with homemade pasta and filled with braised Kobe beef, caramelized onions and fontina in a brown butter and thyme reduction. A wonderful dish that is full of flavor but not too filling.

Dessert: Save room for the imaginative desserts. I can vouch for the “Drunken Monkey”, which is walnuts bananas served with flamed dark rum and poured over banana and chocolate gelato. Fire and Ice was another hit with berries and Longford vanilla ice cream. Eat this soon after serving as it will begin to melt on you! The “Nutella Lasagna” is a special dessert as well and is composed of hazelnut and chocolate whipped cream in between layers of chocolate wafers and chopped hazelnuts. So good! Also sample the fresh Carrot cake and Coconut cake.

Tredici North has combined innovative cooking, beautiful interior design and a friendly and attentive wait staff . The combination made for a evening of great dining. Tredici means “thirteen” in Italian and there is nothing unlucky about this newest dining treasure in Westchester. Enjoy!

Tredici North

578 Anderson Hill Road Purchase, New York tel: 914-997-4113

http://www.tredicinorth.com

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Rosemary and Vine in Rye: A new Mediterranean restaurant offering a healthy flavorful menu

August 18, 2016August 18, 2016 / I On The Valley / Leave a comment

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Rosemary and Vine is a wonderful new restaurant that opened earlier this year in Rye New York. The cuisine of this newcomer to the Westchester restaurant scene is Mediterranean vegetarian with an emphasis on healthy organic ingredients.

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The concept of the owners is for diners to try new foods and eat a different and healthy cuisine culled from regions around the Mediterranean and the Middle East. All the food is fresh and prepared in-house in the open style kitchen. Family recipes are incorporated in the menu and are perfectly seasoned to bring out the most of the unique dishes.

The restaurant is housed in a mid 19th century building on Purchase Street in downtown Rye. The interior space has been renovated and is light filled and casual with minimal decor yet artistic touches. The floor echoes the Mediterranean theme with its handmade Moroccan tile floor, interesting lighting, original tin ceiling and bistro style seating. There is a small bar, and a chalk board which informs diners of the particular farm fresh organic ingredients being used in the restaurant that week.

Starters: There are many fun appetizers to sample. I tried ‘The Tasting”, a nice selection of homemade dips that consist of a unique hummus, a Chipotle hummus, mohjamara( a dip with fire roasted peppers, pureed with toasted walnuts, olive oil, garlic, tomatoes, and pomegranate), and a family recipe Babaganoush (smoky fire roasted eggplant with tahini, garlic and lemon). The tasting is served with oven toasted Lebanese Pita chips. This is a great choice as a starter as it has many interesting flavors to please the senses.

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The avocado crostini is another healthy starter and a delightful dish. Avocado is blended with Moroccan pesto (parsley, cilantro, cumen, coriander and garlic) and the combined with feta, peas and mint over toasted bread. The blend of spices in this appetizer are a delight. A light and summery dish and so healthy too.

Avocado Crustini

Rosemary and Vine also offers many salads with certified organic offerings and cheese boards. The cheeses are sourced from a creamery in Vermont.

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There are also grilled flatbreads made with 100% organic flour. We enjoyed “The Sarah’ a flatbread pizza with tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmesan and basil. A crispy and light crust with robust flavor. This was a hit and a great choice for kids or someone in your party who is not adventuresome or into vegetarian dishes.

“The Sarah” flatbread pizza

My favorite entree is the saffron scented Moroccan Tagine, a nice medley of chick peas, zucchini, butternut squash with toasted almonds and Moroccan pesto. A unique and flavorful dish that is so healthy as well.

Tagine

Dessert: The desserts are all homemade and dairy free. The dark chocolate pudding is smooth as silk with 70% dark Valrhona chocolate, coconut milk and bourbon vanilla beans. Delicious!

I also recommend the warm chocolate cake served with sweetened strawberries and whipped cream. A light and fun way to wrap up your meal.

There are also many local craft beers and wines available on the menus and many of the wines are sourced from family owned Mediterranean vineyards. A fun and light cocktail I samples was The Americana, a fun version of the classic white wine spritzer served with orange peel. For a non alcohol alternative try the Persian Nectar ice tea with black tea and peaches.

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Rosemary and Vine is healthy Mediterranean style gem of a restaurant and the perfect option for anyone looking for a new and fun option for dining. For healthy eaters who are concerned with the ingredients in your meal, this restaurant is a must visit. The small plates allow you to sample a number of dishes and enjoy the wonderful combination of spices and flavors. Try Rosemary and Vine and pick out something you have never tried before, and you will be in for a pleasant and healthy surprise.

Rosemary and Vine

29 Purchase Street Rye New York

914 481 8660

http://www.rosemaryandvine.com

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Next Stop: Exit 4 In Mount Kisco

August 4, 2016August 4, 2016 / I On The Valley / Leave a comment

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Food halls are undeniably one of the latest trends in dining. While prominent in New York City, food halls are starting to make their way into the Hudson Valley. Exit 4 Food Hall is the first one to open in Westchester County. Take a trip to Mount Kisco to taste the amazing local and fresh flavors at Exit 4.

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This dining venue offers 9 food stations for customers to try. The restaurant prides itself in serving fresh and local food. Mt. Kisco Seafood, wood fired pizza made from scratch, homemade pasta, and even Myong Salad are the participating local food providers. The restaurant even offers beverages from local breweries and coffee purveyors. Stations include Rotiss-A-Q, Panini/ Sandwich/ Wrap Station, Dirty Roots (salads and smoothies), Fuoco Wood Fired Pizza, Inno Sushi, Piacci Pasta Bar, X4 on Tap, Charcuterie, and Rawsome Seafood Bar.

With 9 stations available, there is always something new and exciting to try. If you come with a group there is a dining option for everyone.

You can meet and converse with new people by sitting at one of Exit 4’s communal tables. Following the theme of sustainability, glass bottles with filtered water is also provided.

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We started our meal with a Bok Choi salad from Dirty Roots (Myong). This healthy yet dynamic salad was comprised of sunflower seeds, walnuts, dried mango, cranberries, and crunchy noodles drizzled in a light red chili vinaigrette.

Bok Choi Salad

We then devoured brussles sprouts pasta from Piacci. The linguini is homemade and prepared daily at Exit 4. This certainly was the perfect summer dish; a very light pasta incorporated with brussles sprouts and butternut squash. The sprinkled pancetta made for a flavorsome topping.

From Inno Sushi, we tried the crispy rice sushi special. Even my-non seafood lover buddy couldn’t get enough of this delish fare. Spicy tuna and jalapeños were delicately topped on firm crispy rice. The contrast between crunch of the rice and zest of the sushi made for a party in my mouth. Inno Sushi devotes themselves to emulating the most popular and newest sushi trends. This includes the trendy sushi burrito and poke bowls.

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Our group then ordered a chicken bowl and brisket burrito from Rotiss-A-Q. In a crispy taco bowl were pieces of rotisserie chicken layered with guacamole, pico de gallo, rice, beans, cheddar, lettuce and roasted veggies. The brisket burrito included rice, beans, corn, and lettuce. It was fresh and delicious.

Chicken Taco Bowl

Brisket Burrito

I could not pass up trying the high quality fish tacos. These appetizing tacos constituted of tantalizing pico de gallo, luscious avocado and other tasty spices.

Fish Tacos

We then noshed on a very flavorful and unique wood-fired fig pizza. This unconventional pizza included fig, prosciutto, caramelized onions, fresh mozzarella and Italian parsley. There are a variety of pizzas to choose: from traditional pizza to unique pies. Try the Stracciatella or Pistachio for something new and exciting.

To finish this spectacular meal, we unanimously decided to order the skillet cookie. A warm gooey cookie with large chocolate chunks was brought to the table. A scoop of refreshing vanilla ice cream laid perfectly on top of this marvelous creation.