Jack Rabbit’s In Old Saybrook Offers Gourmet Burgers & Dogs

I may have spent substantial time in other countries, I may have a wife and two children who are dual citizens, and I may have my sights set on a tropical island retirement—but I’m still American through and through. I can’t go very long without a serious craving for a hamburger or a hot dog.Continue Reading

Taste Of Hartford—Our Editorial Awards

The Taste of Hartford, which was extended an extra week, running from July 27th-August 9th, seemed to be a tremendous success overall. Thirty-two participating restaurants created special, usually-three-course, prix-fixe menus priced just $20.09. For the restaurant-going public, this promotion was a tremendous opportunity to try new restaurants or to revisit old favorites at an unbeatableContinue Reading

Taste Of Hartford, Day 14—Francesco’s Ristorante

The final day of the Taste of Hartford found my companion and me visiting Francesco’s Ristorante in Little Italy. The restaurant proved to be much more spacious than it appeared from outside. We passed through a large handsome bar area and an attractive dining room with private booths before reaching yet another dining room whereContinue Reading