A Spoonful of Sofrito: NYC’s Newest Food Influencers Are Its Squirrels!

A Spoonful of Sofrito: A pinch of advice that will add a lot of flavor to your life.

NYC’s Newest Food Influencers Are Its Squirrels!

A few discerning diners. Photo: WestSideRag via YouTube; WhatIsNewYork via Twitter; Henry Zhang via Facebook

Sofrito Lovers,

There's nothing better than a good ole food parody! Check out this funny article below from GrubStreet about how Squirrels are becoming the newest food influencers in NYC.

Yes, Sofrito Lovers, we're taking our cues from those annoying, yet adorable, bushy-tailed tree rats now!  It's about damn time this happened!

Read, laugh, and go taste for yourself!

NYC’s Newest Food Influencers Are Its Squirrels

By Nikita Richardson 

Originally posted on Grub Street

Just a few days after a squirrel was spotted eating an egg roll and a few months after another went to town on an avocado, a third squirrel has entered the foodie squirrel pantheon. This time, according to the New YorkPost, the little guy chose America’s favorite cookie, the Oreo. An impressive and sound choice.

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A Spoonful of Sofrito: Sharon's Sorbet Mango!

A Spoonful of Sofrito: A pinch of advice that will add a lot of flavor to your life.

Sharon's Sorbet Mango!

Sofrito Lovers,

Check out my latest tasting video on Sharon's Sorbet Mango!  Did I love or hate it?  Watch and see, then go taste for yourself!  ¡Buen Provecho!

A Spoonful of Sofrito: Cuban Chocolate LeBon Taste test!

A Spoonful of Sofrito: A pinch of advice that will add a lot of flavor to your life.

Cuban Chocolate LeBon Taste Test!

 

A Spoonful of Sofrito: 16 Hearty Hangover-Busting Dishes in NYC!

A Spoonful of Sofrito: A pinch of advice that will add a lot of flavor to your life.

16 Hearty Hangover-Busting Dishes in NYC!

 

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Sofrito Lovers,

The holidays might be over for some of you, but the "party grind don't stop" for many of us!  And, as we all know that grind can lead to some seriously debilitating hangovers, do you want a sure fire way to cure the after party drunken stupors? EAT!

Check out the post below and get schooled on which foods cure the post-party malaise!  Read, eat, and get better!

Go taste for yourself!  ¡Buen provecho!

16 Hearty Hangover-Busting Dishes in NYC 

From down-and-dirty hot dogs to a massive bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich by Stefanie Tuder and Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya Dec 28, 2018, 2:19pm EST 

 

 

No, you can’t die of a hangover — but it may feel like it. In addition to tons and tons of water and some ibuprofen, try one of these hearty dishes that’s sure to at least comfort you in day-after times of need. From down-and-dirty hot dogs to a massive BEC, here’s where to treat a hangover with food in New York City.

 

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A Spoonful of Sofrito: Asher's Chocolate Co. Tasting Video!

A Spoonful of Sofrito: A pinch of advice that will add a lot of flavor to your life.

Asher's Chocolate Co. Tasting Video!

Sofrito Lovers,

HAPPY NEW YEAR!  May this new year bring us all wonderful meals, amazing new restaurants, healthy eating habits, and many culinary adventures!

I start this new year off with my latest tasting video! Check out my Asher's Chocolate Co. Sea Salt Caramel Dark Chocolate video!  Did I like them? Hate them?  Watch and see!  Have fun!

Go taste for yourself!  ¡Buen Provecho!

A Spoonful of Sofrito: More Restaurant Openings in NYC!

A Spoonful of Sofrito: A pinch of advice that will add a lot of flavor to your life.

More Restaurant Openings in NYC!

Sofrito Lovers,

One of your New Year's resolutions should be to eat out more!  I know that flies in the face of the "save money" resolution, but yummy food is a necessity, recreation, and experience you shouldn't deny yourself ever!

Check out the Eater.com post below and try out these amazing new restaurants.  I'm happy to see they've added some Harlem, Washington Heights, and Bronx based eateries to the list-Finally, some uptown love!

Check it out and go taste for yourself! ¡Buen Provecho!

Taiwanese Fried Chicken Hits Flushing — and More Openings

A weekly updated roundup of new restaurants in New York City

by Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya and Eater Staff Updated Dec 26, 2018, 2:56pm EST

December 26

Flushing: Taiwanese fried chicken spot Legend Chicken opened in a Flushing food court. It serves several chicken parts, including gizzards and necks. There are also other dishes like calamari balls, shrimp rolls, and turnip cake as well as several kinds of fries and some vegetable options such as garlic broccoli and tofu. 135-15 40th Rd.

Fort Greene: The owners of Long Island Bar opened a new cocktail bar tentatively called the Rockwell Place. 31 Rockwell Pl., between Dekalb Avenue and Fulton Street

Bayside: A small noodle shop called Noodle Box Fusion opened, serving five kinds of ramen including Taiwanese-style and Japanese-style. There’s also a small menu of appetizers and rice dishes. 43-15 Bell Blvd., near 43rd Avenue

Chelsea: New coffeeshop Yanni’s Coffee opened and serves cookies alongside coffee drinks. 96 Seventh St., near West 16th Street

Bushwick: An izakaya from former Momofuku chef Joaquin (Quino) Baca opened called Teo. The 38-seat restaurant serves Japanese dishes like aki onigiri, katsu-style fried chicken, and eggplant katsudon. 321 Starr St., near Cypress Avenue

Times Square: Farm to Burger opened in the new Aliz Hotel, serving soup, salads, and burgers including an Impossible burger and a swordfish-tuna burger. 310 West 40th St., near Eighth Avenue

Chinatown: Greek Shack is a new restaurant from the owners of now-closed Chinatown diner Cup & Saucer and serves hot sandwiches, pastries, and more in a fast-casual setting. 89 Canal St., near Eldridge Street

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A Spoonful of Sofrito: Goya Maria Cookie Spread!

A Spoonful of Sofrito: A pinch of advice that adds a lot of flavor to your life.

Goya Maria Cookie Spread!

Sofrito Lovers,

Check out last night's FB Live Taste Test of Goya Maria Cookie Spread!  Did I like it? Hate it?  Watch and see!  Go taste for yourself! ¡Buen Provecho!