End the summer with a bang with these party-planning tips
August is here, and that means there are only a few weeks left of summer. What better excuse do you need to throw a party? Celebrate the last of the warm days, with these party planning tips: Embrace tapas: Who doesn’t love choices? You might want to offer a selection of finger foods. Or opt for a build-your-own-burger station with bite-sized meat cuts and/or vegetables with choices of buns …
Cool off with a cold one at Brew Haven ‘13
Ahh…beer. It’s refreshing in the summer and can comforting in the winter. If you’re a fan of all things brewed, you’ll want to mark your calendar for Aug. 3. The Brew Haven Craft Beer Festival will resume for the third consecutive year from 2-6 p.m. Aug. 3 at the Trion Tavern, 503 Broadway in New Haven. The Trion is a favorite place to grab a bite to eat for locals. But did …
Vote for Spyro’s in the 2013 Readers’ Choice Poll
If you’ve never been to Spyro’s Pancake House before, I have one word of advice: come hungry! There’s no doubt about it-this Greek-American restaurant will fill you up. This locally owned establishment is perhaps best known for its quality food at reasonable prices. From the first touch, you’ll notice they go the extra mile here. That means food is prepared well, served qui …
Get re-energized with Smoothie King’s Pure Recharge
We’ve all been there: it’s 3 p.m., and you feel as if you could doze off on your desk. The good news is Smoothie King might have just the antidote for that mid-afternoon crash. Smoothie King has unveiled the addition of a new menu item– the Pure Recharge Smoothie. Ingredients include whole coffee berry (the fruit around traditional coffee beans), green coffee bean, Vitamin B12 an …
Mark your calendar for Foodstock 2013
Do you like to eat? Do you like downtown? Combine the two into one experience at Foodstock 2013 July 27! Brought to you by the Fort Wayne Food Truck Association, this annual event will make its triumphant return in 2013. And this time around, they are bringing it downtown, in partnership with the Downtown Improvement District. Enjoy food from your favorite mobile food vendors, such as JumBy …
Are you getting enough water this summer?
Ah, summer. Finally some time to get outdoors for some fresh air! But beware–with all that activity comes a trade-off. Your body can lose water due to perspiration. Are you getting enough liquids to make up for the loss? Here are a few, easy ways to stay hydrated: Fruits are an excellent source for water. Watermelon is 90% water, so it ranks highest on the list. Oranges, grapefruit, and me …
Mi Pueblo never disappoints
If you’re looking for consistency and friendly staff, Mi Pueblo is your answer. Their food is always served fresh, and piping hot. (Seriously, touch the plates!) The prices are reasonable, and the portions generous. The chips are crunchy with the right amount of salt. The salsa has a great mix of flavor–spicy but not too hot– with lots of cilantro and a cumin-y undercurrent …
How many calories are in your Frappucino?
Starbucks Coffee Company last week in a statement last week announced it will include calorie information on menu boards at all company-operated and licensed U.S. Starbucks® stores beginning June 25. The launch of menu board labeling and pastry case calorie labeling will complement the food and beverage transparency the company already provides to customers - through printed brochures, an easy- …
5 tips for easy summer grilling
Grilling season is in full swing. We can almost smell the steak, fresh off the grill! Whether you’re an amateur or seasoned pro, it never hurts to brush up on your skills. Follow these five tips to make sure you’re on your “A Game” this summer. Find the right temperature: Preheat your grill 15 to 25 minutes before you start cooking to make sure it reaches the right tempera …
800 Degrees is on fire!
Freshness and attention to detail are what make local pizzeria 800 Degrees stand out. Created in a Neapolitan style; their pizzas are made with Italian Caputo “00” flour; hand stretched to roughly 11”, topped with fresh ingredients, and made to order with no preservatives! Baked in our wood burning oven imported from Tuscany—at roughly 800 degrees–their pizzas bake directly on the …