Now that’s a Canolli!
Three years ago, Rubino’s gave birth to a 3 pound, 24 inch long cannoli and that baby has become a big seller. It all started when they were approached by a couple who wanted their wedding cake as a huge cannoli filled with minis; Rubino’s...
Rochester’s Chicken French and then Some
The NY Times Food Section recently mined their data and reported that Rochester’s own Chicken French aka, Chicken Francese, was their most viewed and liked recipe for 2018. One would think that this is a French recipe, but actually here in Rochester, some Italian restaurants...
Dry January? Enjoy Craft Sodas Instead
If you imbibed a bit too much over the holidays, or just want to drink a refreshing wholesome soda, Fiz Sodas will satisfy that need. For decades, craft soda maker, Fiz Sodas, part of College Club Beverages, has produced classic flavors using 100% cane sugar....
Healthy, Tasty and Lucky Black Moss
Years ago, Hong Kong was a welcome stop on my solo trip around the world videoing cooking schools. Chopsticks Cooking Centre in Kowloon, on the Chinese mainland and a ferry ride over from Hong Kong, was the school scheduled for a shoot. Cecilia Jennie Au-Yang,...
Gift Ideas for Foodie Friends
Do you have to buy presents for people who are hard to buy for and love food? I have some suggestions and if you order by December 19th, they can be shipped right to your, or their, address. Plus, you’ll be supporting a small business...
35,000 Tons of Happiness
That’s 70,000 pounds of world-famous, award-winning Sponge Candy produced by Watson’s Chocolates every year. This western New York confectioner started production in 1946 when two brothers and their wives started making chocolates in their soda fountain storefront outside of Buffalo. As word got out about...