Recipes
Food Trends for 2020 from Scouted
This story was provided by The Local Moms Network Contributor Shilpa Rosenberry of Scouted Food. 2019 brought us a fair share of innovative food trends – we saw cauliflower chicken tenders, plant-based varieties of jerky and CBD infused food and drinks. So...
Classic Pumpkin Pie Recipe!
Kate McDermott, author of Art of the Pie, was a finalist for the prestigious James Beard award for chefs. She’s also mom to Duncan, 32, who started baking with her as a toddler. This classic pumpkin pie is a family favorite for Thanksgiving. Her secret, expert tip? It...
Easy Weeknight Dinner: Pesto Mac & Cheese
If your kids are like ours, you have some serious mac ‘n cheese connoisseurs in your house. And as parents, we’re always looking to boost the nutrition in this dinnertime staple. We’ve been known to stir in some peas, (very fined) chopped spinach, and even pureed...
Pumpkin Turkey Chili
This story was shared by The Local Moms Network Contributor Kate Bowler of Domestikatedlife. PUMPKIN TURKEY CHILI INGREDIENTS Olive Oil 1 Large Yellow Onion, Diced 2 Cloves Of Garlic, Minced 1 Lb. Of Ground Turkey 1 Packet Of Chili Seasoning 2 Tsp. Of Paprika 2...
Fall Recipe: Apple Dijon Skillet Chicken
We’re always looking for easy weeknight meals, and it’s a bonus if they incorporate our favorite seasonal ingredients. So we were thrilled when The Local Moms Contributor Kate Bowler of Domestikatedlife shared this quick recipe that pairs chicken with apple....
Simple Delicious Brodo Broth Bowl Recipes
"Indeed, stock is everything in cooking. Without it, nothing can be done.” James Beard Award-Winning Chef Marco CanoraEscoffier, the world's first celebrity chef, said it best and I couldn't agree more. Here at Brodo, we like to call traditionally-made,...
Outdoor Dining Spots Around Town & Beyond
Savor the rest of the summer by dining at some of our favorite outdoor restaurants near New Canaan and Darien. Whether you want a bustling sidewalk table, a waterfront view or a secluded patio setting, you’ll find the perfect place to dine alfresco. ...
Summer Snacks from Scouted!
This content was provided by Shilpa Rosenberry, founder of Scouted and a regular contributor for The Local Moms Network. Scouted is a New Canaan, CT-based social network designed to cut through the clutter on grocery store shelves. Basically, Shilpa’s site...
Palmers: Old Meets New
This week, we turned to our friends at Palmer's in Darien for some summer entertaining inspiration. Cindy Palmer pairs two of her favorite recipes that work really well together for any summer fete, from casual get-togethers to more formal occasions. “The...
Lime Naked Cake Recipe
Sisters Barbara and Carolina are the talented entertaining experts behind Host to Perfection. Their Instagram feed is pure inspiration, and this Greenwich, CT-based duo now have almost 40,000 followers getting ideas from their tablescapes, recipes and...
4th Of July Cake
This delicious summer recipe was shared by Chef Debra Ponzek of Aux Délices. Serves 8This is the ultimate summer dessert! Make the cake the day before so its quick and easy the next day to finish with whipped cream and berries. Ingredients for Red,...
Palmer's Roasted Corn Salad
If entertaining friends and family is on your summer bucket list, we suggest you utilize the pros that do this year after year at Palmer’s in Darien. They have everything you need, including handmade burgers, gourmet sides and easy appetizers like their...