by Chrysa Smith It's been awhile since I wrote about food, and quite frankly, I miss it. Actually, the truth of the matter is that since I've been doing Weight Watchers the good news is that I've lost 20 lbs so far. The bad news is that I've been limiting my eating out (not to mention wine intake). I don't know how many times I've studied a restaurant menu for something that is [...]
by Chrysa SmithPat Achilles and Chrysa sampling goodies!I get by with a little help from my friends.....You know the lyrics--and the truth behind them. Because there's nothing so uplifting at times, than time spent with a group of friends. And when you pair that with food and wine, well--Nirvana.So, if you've read the posts for some time, you may have caught one on Tastefully Simple---that line of simple, home-sale food products that really is, [...]
by Chrysa SmithAh. Nothing better in winter than getting a hit of the beach while it's 20 degrees-- and you don't feel a thing. Especially when the pleasure is multiplied by fine ocean side dining. So in the midst of winter, I always like to take a trip to the beach. It's just my 'happy place' no matter what the time of year. This time, the trip was to Atlantic City and I decided to [...]
by Chrysa SmithAround this time of year, you hear people talk about their grandma's recipe, a family favorite or a time-honored tradition. And it got me to thinking about myself and my family. Exactly what are our traditions?Sure, we do a roast, bake some cookies, but there's no 'specialty' of the season. In fact, as goes my personality, I like to shake it up a bit---consciously not repeating the same dishes year-after-year. And [...]
by Chrysa SmithHotel du Village.Sounds like a quaint locale in France. But what it actually is, is a lovely restaurant tucked away from the world, just outside of New Hope, PA.We had been there a long time ago. And I'm really not sure why we waited so long to return. Probably because it's not right around the corner. But this French Country building houses one of those experience meals. It feels special. It [...]
by Chrysa SmithFollow the money. That seems to be the best advice any side of a situation. Because even behind this innocent looking dessert treat, is a paper trail that stretches miles.Personally, as a New Yorker, I grew up on Drake's Cakes---Yodels, Ring Dings, Yankee Doodles--oh, and their scrumptious Coconut Cookies. Twinkies never graced my lips--even till today. But yet, I am sad. There's another American tradition that is as much nostalgic as [...]
by Chrysa SmithIf you've read Thursday columns for any time, you know that I consider myself an amateur foodie. I love good food, love to cook and honestly, am a little snobbish when it comes to eating at mediocre restaurants. As a cook, I don't completely understand those who slap down a pre-concocted meal on a table (although I fully realize, that I have the luxury of working at home.)So, I'm shocked to [...]
