On The Edge of Cuisine: The Prequel

by Melody Kettle


NE Clam Chowder; Photo credit: John LeeSince September, foodies in NJ, and even those across the river, in NYC, have been buzzing about the opening of Montclair's new molecular gastronomy restaurant, Adara
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Adara: Amuse Bouche II

by Melody Kettle


 

Please enjoy food enthusiast and local photographer,  John Lee's, Flickr show from last night's champagne reception at Adara.

Love John's photography? Check out his blog, Black Tie And Flip Flops!

77 Walnut Street

Montclair, NJ 07042


Adara: Amuse Bouche

by Melody Kettle


Here's a peek inside Adara, 77 Walnut Street, Montclair, at the Champagne Reception this evening.

Foodies, restaurateurs, and journalists turned out to mingle and enjoy a tasting of  Chef Tre Ghoshal's edge cuisine.

Stay tuned to Hot From The Kettle and Montclair Patch for the video and more photos!

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Seasonal American at Upstairs in Montclair

by Melody Kettle


Local foodies are quietly buzzing about Montclair’s new bar and restaurant, Upstairs.  Owned by Aki Kaneda, Upstairs is the metro-sexual, alter ego of the subdued Japanese restaurant, Dai Kichi, Aki has quietly operated for twenty-four years and counting. 
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What Kind of TOOL Makes Wine in the Desert?

by Melody Kettle


Please enjoy another installment of the gastronomic musings from the Culinary Mercenary!

Ah, wine country.  The beautiful vineyards, the relaxing atmosphere, the wonderfully colorful people and the amazing landscape; Arizona is truly a remarkable place.  Whoa!!  Arizona?!?   Hell yes I say, Arizona.  Welcome to the new wine country, here in the Verde Valley in northern Arizona.

Read more from Culinary Mercenary on Out of the Frying Pan!

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Grandma's Recipe Box is Back

by Melody Kettle


Earlier in the year, I took a stack of my Grandma's old recipes home and began blogging about them. I soon finsihed the stack, returned them to Grandma, and didn't bring any more home.
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