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Parallel Post’s Farm-To-Table Dining Series Is Back
Parallel Post is now taking reservations for the second part of their farm-to-table dining series being held on Sunday, August 9th from 3-7pm at Gilbertie’s Herb Garden in Easton. James Beard-nominated chef Dean James Max, Executive Chef Chris Molyneux, and Chef de Cuisine Erik Waybright have planned an experience “inspired by the season” and […]
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Little Barn In Westport Is Anything But Little
“Little” might be in its name, but Little Barn in Westport is anything but little. Instead you can expect attentive service and well-crafted cocktails in an environment that I would call country chic – a perfect fit for Westport. And of course there’s the food. Oh, the food! Everything we tasted at Little Barn we liked so […]
MoreGastro Bar Brings the Mediterranean to Downtown Stamford
A new restaurant has opened in Stamford with food and decor that is as vibrant as the downtown scene it now calls home – Gastro Bar! Overlooking Columbus Park Circle from its location at 78 West Park Place, Gastro Bar’s large glass doors open onto their outdoor patio area allowing diners to experience the […]
MoreJoin Parallel Post and Onyx Moonshine for a Prohibition Era-Style Dinner RESCHEDULED for Setember 11th
Parallel Post has announced they will be pairing up with Onyx Moonshine, the 2014 International Craft Award winner and the first legal ultra-premium moonshine brand home based in East Hartford, Connecticut, for a dinner pairings event on September 11th! “This debut collaborative effort will provide guests with a unique opportunity to savor an exclusive culinary […]
MoreShow Your Valentine Some Love With A Perfect Pre-fixe and Some “Puppy Love” at Parallel Post
For all you romantics out there Valentine’s Day is almost here and I know that means you’re looking for a way to do something special for your valentine. How does oysters, caviar, a signature cocktail, and more sound? Parallel Post, a modern-American restaurant focused on seasonal and regional cuisine based in the Trumbull Marriott and […]
MoreBarnum Publick House Offers Traditional and Flavorful American Fare
On the corner at 1020 Broad Street in Bridgeport sits a new neighborhood restaurant that pays homage to the city’s famous history while creating a modern atmosphere of casual modern Americana – Barnum Publick House. Named for PT Barnum, the world famous showman who is best known for founding what we know today as Ringling […]
MoreCelebrate National Pickle Day With Barnum Publick’s Unique Cocktail
It’s National Pickle Day and I have a unique way for you to celebrate! The “So Clutch” at Barnum Publick in Bridgeport. Featured on Barnum Publick’s Specialty Cocktail Menu created by Greg “Bootleg Greg” Genais, the So Clutch is made of cucumber vodka, dry vermouth, and pickle juice. The cucumber vodka is cool and refreshing […]
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Savory Sweet Eats 