Food & Drink Archive

Chef's Night Out

On their nights off, where do Connecticut’s culinary pros go to dine?

by Deborah Hornblow

Friday Night Cocktails

Whether you favor a classic martini served in civilized surroundings or a newfangled libation created by a “bar chef” to a soundtrack of throbbing house music, Connecticut has a vibrant and varied bar scene.

Deborah Hornblow

Where the Arches are Made of Gold

Do you still believe in the American dream? Ernest and Christian Trefz do.

by Alan Bisbort

Cash Cows

The state’s high-end steak houses adapt to difficult times.

by Elizabeth Keyser

The Suburban, Branford

Restaurants succeed for a variety of reasons—a celebrity connection, a terrific location, the appeal of a food fad or marketing gimmick, all of which may lose their appeal tomorrow. On the other hand, a restaurant whose fortunes are inextricably tied to the know-how of a brilliant chef can change its name, look or location (or stay put and change little) and still stay ahead of the game, top toque in town. Follow that chef.

By Elise Maclay

Match, South Norwalk

Restaurants succeed for a variety of reasons—a celebrity connection, a terrific location, the appeal of a food fad or marketing gimmick, all of which may lose their appeal tomorrow. On the other hand, a restaurant whose fortunes are inextricably tied to the know-how of a brilliant chef can change its name, look or location (or stay put and change little) and still stay ahead of the game, top toque in town. Follow that chef.

By Elise Maclay

Farm Feasts

Dining at a farm is more than a magical experience; it cultivates the local, sustainable-food movement.

Elizabeth Keyser

Summer Fun - Cool Treats

There 100 days of summer in Connecticut, and even more great flavors of ice cream to be had across the state.

The Breakfast Bunch

The smell of coffee, bacon and toasting bread, a cozy booth, familiar banter—here are 23 spots in Connecticut where you can break your fast in style.

by Charles A. Monagan

Eating Our Way Through ... Foxwoods

Eight diners, 20 restaurants, 10 hours. The assignment was extreme but the rewards many as we explored the cornucopia of dining pleasure at Foxwoods and MGM Grand.