Author Archives: Philip Innes

Fire & Spice In Hartford Offers Delicious, Affordable, Halal, Vegan, Mostly Jamaican Food

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Philip Innes • 0 Comments

Owned by Jamaican native Chris Haylett, Fire & Spice Vegan Restaurant in Hartford has quietly been serving delicious vegan fare on Sisson Avenue for several years. While many foodies remain unaware of Fire & Spice’s existence, this little charmer is well worth seeking out. Reggae and world music soothe all who enter the restaurant. Customers… Continue Reading

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Costa Del Sol In Hartford Hosts A Gooseneck Vineyards Tasting Lunch (Plus A Look At Costa Del Sol’s Beautiful Setting For Outdoor Dining)

Posted on July 19, 2015 by Philip Innes • 0 Comments

Costa del Sol in Hartford is well known as one of the finest Spanish restaurants in the Northeast, the oldest Spanish restaurant in Connecticut and the second oldest white tablecloth restaurant in Hartford. Not surprisingly, Costa del Sol is also a place that puts considerable focus on fine wine, including a terrific international wine list… Continue Reading

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Paloma In The Emerging Harbor Point Neighborhood Of Stamford Is One Of Connecticut’s Hottest Recent Restaurant Additions

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Philip Innes • 0 Comments

To great fanfare, Paloma opened in the Harbor Point neighborhood of Stamford roughly a year ago. We’ve been a little slow checking out this exciting new eatery, but a recent blogger dinner provided an irresistible opportunity to do so. We were pleased to find free parking in a nearby garage. It was immediately apparent that… Continue Reading

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