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Entries Tagged as 'Farm to Table'

What could possibly be Cheesier.

January 10th, 2012 · No Comments

I was having a conversation with someone yesterday about where brussel sprouts come from. He commented-”well Michelle… most likely… Brussels”. Of course my reply for those of you who know me was..unknown. One of the most interesteing courses I took in cooking school was The History of Food. Things are never quite what they seem. [...]

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Gobsmacked for Good Food.

January 4th, 2012 · 2 Comments

You will see a lot from me on the food front this year. It is an integral part of my business and a personal passion. My pursuit of good food and specifically integrating that into my business makes for not only delicious parties but truly unique experiences. For me … whenever possible… local farmers… fresh [...]

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If there is no chocolate in heaven… I am not going!

November 29th, 2011 · No Comments

People are just addicted to sweets and equally as charmed by dramatic presentation. This gallery is a wonderful collection of some true successes we have had at weddings. What could be more fun than a Pièce Montée Macaron tower with pyrotechnics in bright gold? Some of the other presentations are things I picked up on [...]

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Give Thanks…

November 24th, 2011 · No Comments

I am thankful for so much….. The beauty I am able to experience through my travels, my family, my friends, my ability to laugh at the drop of a hat…where I have been…and especially, where I am going. Happy Thanksgiving! Michelle

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Farm to Table- Fire Roasted Style!

November 19th, 2011 · 2 Comments

In September we produced a wedding for 350 people on 100 acres of land in Connecticut. The setting was perfect for this farm to table country affair. The caterer only cooks over open flame and all of the food was purchased from farmers within 50 miles. We built-out a completely open kitchen so guests could [...]

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