Author Archives: wpadmin

A Seafood Spot Is Reopened, but Not Remade

When a popular restaurant is sold, it is natural to wonder what changes, if any, to expect. Will the new owners close the place indefinitely for extensive remodeling? How much of the previous menu will be retained? What kind of turnover will there be in the staff? Fortunately, in the case of the Litchfield Saltwater Grille, […]

Saltwater Grille: Sticking With What Works

  Head out to Litchfield for a summer dinner and most think of the picturesque town green and its sprinkling restaurants that have a stellar history and reputation. But drive west a couple of blocks and there is another rural gem and new owners are breathing new life into this charming landmark as well. Litchfield […]

6 simple tips to remember when purchasing fish

When walking into your local fishmongers or supermarket, you may find yourself overwhelmed with selection of fish available to choose from. To ensure that you buy the best quality fish we have put together 6 simple checks for you. 1) SKIN –  A shiny skin with slime on the surface is a good sign that the fish is fresh and good quality. […]

6 questions you should always ask before buying fish

If you have felt apprehensive upon approaching the fish counter—whether you don’t have much experience cooking fish or you just made eye contact with a finned fellow lying there on the ice—you’re not alone. “I would say [people feel] terrified,” Mark Usewicz, one of the founders of the Brooklyn seafood shop Mermaid’s Garden, told me, for […]

Why It’s A Good Idea To Grill Fish With The Skin On

Skin on or skin off? Asking that question when it comes to grilling or eating fish can elicit some strong opinions. Regardless of where you land on the culinary fish skin debate, there are lots of reasons for leaving it on, both during the cooking process and after the fish reaches your dinner plate. Some […]

A Beginner’s Guide to Grilling Fish

Cooking fish can be stressful for beginners. It seems fragile, delicate, it’s expensive (at least relative to, say, hamburger), it has bones, it has a face—whatever it is, there’s an intimidation factor for sure. And the same is true for learning to grill. So when it comes to grilling fish, it’s like a double-whammy. But with […]

Grilling Tips for Perfect Grilled Meat

With grilling season upon us, many restaurateurs and caterers are firing up their commercial grill and dishing out delicious steaks, ribs, sausages, and chicken thighs. If you own a steakhouse, barbecue restaurant, or smokehouse, expertly preparing a variety of meats is essential to the success of your business, leaving the savvy griller constantly on the lookout for […]