Shōtō at Momofuku: The Culinary Crown Jewel
Acclaimed by many to be the best restaurant in Toronto, Shōtō is private culinary theatre at its best. Sharing the third floor with Daishō on the third floor of the lofty Momofuku complex, Shōtō's...
View ArticleMini Chocolate & Cherry Black Forest Trifles
Inspired by the same decadent ingredients as a Black Forest Gateau, namely several layers of chocolate genoise, Kirsch flavored Morello cherries, whipped cream and chocolate shavings, I made these mini...
View ArticleHolt Renfrew Café: Sleek Euro-Style Fare
Holt Renfrew is known for its great high-end shopping. If you want to grab the latest shades from Gucci, the hottest Prada clutch, or the most notable designer jeans, there's no better place to go. But...
View ArticleA Christmas Culinary Journey to Southwest Florida
A Christmas Culinary Journey to Southwest Florida's Gulf CoastDecember 20 - 31, 2013Scrumpdillyicious will be touring South Florida's Gulf Coast this Christmas, on a culinary and cultural journey from...
View ArticlePomona: Refined Modern French Cuisine in Sarasota
One of the premiere restaurants in Sarasota is Pomona Bistro & Wine run by two of Sarasota's most successful and respected chef-restaurateurs, executive chef Ryan Boeve and pastry chef Arthur...
View ArticleMozaic in Sarasota: Creative French-Moroccan Cuisine
Tucked into a jazzy two-story space on Sarasota's Main Street, Mozaic features chef Dylan Elhajoui's unique vision, a mix of classical French techniques married with the lush bounty of western...
View ArticleThe Mar Vista: Dockside Dining on Sarasota Bay
The quaint waterside Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant and Pub, located on the north end of Longboat Key in the heart of historic Longboat Village, has the look and feel of Florida the way it used to be....
View ArticleHave Yourself a Merry Little Christmas!
Contrary to what many believe, Santa Claus as we know him today – sleigh riding, gift-giving, rotund and white bearded with his distinctive red suit trimmed with white fur – was not the creation of the...
View ArticleThe Lazy Lobster: A Longboat Key Seafood Treat
Known for warm and friendly service, great food and good prices, there's nothing lazy about the atmosphere at The Lazy Lobster on Longboat Key, the perfect place to go for a well-priced lobster infused...
View ArticleCasa Antica: A Southern Italian Romantic Gem
Cas'Antica is the perfect description of this charming Italian culinary landmark located on picturesque Palm Avenue in downtown Sarasota. As you step into this elegant historic home, you're immediately...
View ArticleCafé L'Europe: Christmas Dinner on St Armands
Celebrating almost 40 years as one of St. Armand's more elegant and relaxing restaurants, Café L'Europe continues to be a charming and popular culinary destination for many along Florida's sunny...
View ArticleWishing you a Scrumpdillyicious New Year!
For many, New Years Eve offers an opportunity to forget the past and make a clean start. But instead of leaving everything up to fate, why not enjoy a meal to increase ones good fortune? There are a...
View ArticleThe Waterfront Restaurant on Anna Maria Island
The Waterfront Restaurant on Anna Maria Island is a lovely escape to a simpler time — tropical, laid-back Florida the way it used to be. Lush foliage, warm wood paneling and an expansive open air patio...
View ArticleHarry's Continental Cuisine on Longboat Key
Since 1979, Harry Christensen has been on a mission: to bring exciting gourmet cuisine to Longboat Key and the Sarasota area. Today, Harry and his wife, Lynn, are locally known as the passionate...
View ArticleThe BeachHouse Restaurant on Bradenton Beach
The BeachHouse Restaurant is located on the south end of Anna Maria Island, just west of the quaint and historic Cortez fishing village in Bradenton Beach — the perfect place enjoy the sunset, a...
View ArticlePatrick's 1481 on Main Street in Sarasota
A wide-ranging menu of casual comfort foods and friendly atmosphere makes Patrick’s 1481 a popular favourite among Sarasota locals. Home of the “best burger” for 25 years and serving the Sarasota...
View ArticleGuy's Potato Onion Soup with Sour Cream & Scallions
A delicious soup for a Sunday lunch is my husband's Potato Onion Soup, which he used to make as a bachelor because the ingredients were relatively inexpensive, was easy to make and tastes great. Of all...
View ArticleHugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's Shepherd's Pie
This comfort food classic from Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's The River Cottage Meat Book was first published in the United Kingdom in 2004 and quickly became an underground hit among food cognoscenti...
View ArticleMelton Mowbray Pork Pie: The Gold Standard
The gold standard of pork pies, the Melton Mowbray is a distinct pork pie that is recognizably different from other pork pies, both in physical characteristics and in reputation, and consists of...
View ArticleChicken Soup with Crème Fraîche and Capellini
Suffering from a diabolical head cold for over a week, my husband took pity on me and prepared a homemade chicken stock, from which he created a thick and delicious Chicken Soup with Crème Fraîche,...
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