From a February blizzard and Zuppardi’s pizza to Notch8 burgers in Bethel and a Sunday of slow-simmered bison ragu and homemade lasagna, here’s what I ate this week.
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What I Ate This Week: New Beginnings, New Kitchens & a Lot of Life (Dec 29 – Feb 1)
From New Year’s Eve filets to celebratory Fish & Chips, BBQ brisket in Norwalk to handmade Cavatelli in Bridgeport — this is what I ate across five of the most hectic weeks of my life. A dog in recovery, a house closing that moved twice, a new job in NYC, and a move to Easton, CT all collided at once. Here’s the full story, one meal at a time, with the restaurants that fed us, steadied us, and made it all feel worth celebrating
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What I Ate This Week: Simple Plates, Standout Bites & A Giada Win (Dec 1 – 7)
A hectic week meant lots of leftovers and quick meals, but a few standout bites brought some much-needed joy: Romanacci’s Penne alla Vodka with Chicken, a fantastic Chicken Francese and Brunello-filled dinner at Testo’s in Monroe, and a delicious Roman-Style Chicken inspired by Giada—made gluten-free with Arborio. Not every week is glamorous, but there were still moments worth savoring.
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What I Ate This Week: Comfort, Cajun Smoke & Family Feasts (Oct 20 – 26)
From a creamy Tuscan chicken pasta to bone-in Cajun smoked pork chops, this week’s menu was all about comfort and connection. Between house-hunting, family milestones, and a few nights out with friends, each meal offered something special — a reason to slow down, share a story, and savor the good stuff.
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What I Ate This Week: Celebrations, Comfort Food & Cozy Fall Flavors (Sept 29-Oct 5)
From Fairfield to Norwalk, this week’s meals were full of flavor and celebration. We revisited old favorites like A’Vuchella, discovered new spots like Cosetta, and ended the week with an unforgettable birthday brunch at Elm in New Canaan. Between smoky salmon, pasta nights, and burgers by the bar, this “What I Ate This Week” entry proves that life—and food—always taste better shared.
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What I Ate This Week: Cooking, Comfort, and a Winning Weekend (Sept 22–28)
This week’s What I Ate This Week was a mix of celebration and comfort. From brisket at Banc House to homemade chicken piccata, and a family dinner at A’Vuchella that transported us back to Italy, the week was all about great company and better meals.