Eye Candy: We All Scream for Teeny Ice Cream

by jbfauthor on July 20, 2010

For a sweet amuse, chefs Michael Weisshaupt and John Benjamin topped miniature cones with tiny orbs of New Jersey blueberry ice cream. The bite-sized desserts were shuttled from table to table in a repurposed wooden wine box, inspired by the event's rare-wine theme. Check out more images here.

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Recipe: Cooling Salad with Strawberry Dressing

by jbfauthor on July 20, 2010

The clock is ticking on this year's strawberry crop. If you're quick enough to snag one of the last pints, purée them for the dressing on this refreshing summer salad. The dressing is inspired by the revelatory pairing of strawberries and balsamic vinegar, and the dish was prepared by former Top Chef contestant Andrea Beaman at her seasonal cooking workshop.

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News Feed: July 19

by jbfauthor on July 19, 2010

Beekeeping rises in popularity right when we needed it most. [NPR] Cupcakes continue to thrive in New York City. [WSJ] A new generation of moonshiners. [BBC] Dogfish Head releases 9,000-year-old brew. [NPR] Baskin-Robbins discontinues five of its signature flavors. [CNN]

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On the Menu: July 18 through July 24

by jbfauthor on July 16, 2010

Here’s what’s happening at the Beard House and around the country next week: Tuesday, July 20, 6:30 P.M. Sunset Summer Cruise Looking for dinner and a view? Guests on this sumptuous sunset cruise will enjoy panoramic vistas of the New York City skyline and an impeccable, regionally inspired menu of canapés prepared by Larry Forgione protégé Philip Campanella while sailing around Manhattan on the magnificent Valiant Yacht. Tuesday, July 20, 6:30 P.M. The Farm Stand The JBF Greens and Food Bank For New York City Young Professionals are joining forces once again for an evening of all things local and sustainable. Guests will sample great food prepared by some of New York City's most talented farm-dedicated chefs and herb

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