The Iron Shaker: NJ's Craftiest Bartender

by Melody Kettle in


I get all the worst gigs!   Press dinners, wine events, food festivals, and the absolute worst task I've ever been asked -  judge The Iron Shaker cocktail competition.  (Read: I love my job! :)

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UPDATED: Breaking News: Francesco Palmieri Gets Cutthroat on Food Network

by Melody Kettle


One of Hot From The Kettle's favorites, Francesco Palmieri, chef and owner of The Orange Squirrel, will be a contestant on the premiere episode of the Food Network’s new show, Cutthroat Kitchen, hosted by Alton Brown.  The debut episode will air on Sunday, August 11 at 10 pm ET,  immediately following Food Network Star Finale at 9pm ET/PT.

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