From roasted oysters on the marina to aromatic gelato walks, burger pit stops, and smoky dinners at home—this week was an ode to community, flavor, and the joy of sharing good food in great places.
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What I Ate This Week: Fairfield Gelato, Beer Gardens, and Pasta alla Gricia (Aug 25-31)
From Fairfield gelato nights to lively beer gardens in Norwalk, and finishing the week with a perfect homemade Pasta alla Gricia, this edition of What I Ate This Week is a journey through comfort and community.
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Pasta alla Gricia Recipe – Authentic Roman Classic
This Pasta alla Gricia recipe is an authentic Roman pasta made with guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. Known as the forgotten Roman pasta, it’s simple, quick, and packed with flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or Italian-themed gatherings, Pasta alla Gricia proves that minimal ingredients can deliver maximum taste.
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Chicken Vesuvio: A Chicago-Italian Classic
This Chicken Vesuvio combines crispy chicken, golden potatoes, peas, and garlic in a white wine sauce. A Chicago-Italian classic, it’s hearty, rustic, and easy to make. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, it’s a one-pan dish that celebrates Italian-American heritage.
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What I Ate This Week: Flights, Flatbreads & Family Moments (Aug 18-24)
This week moved fast, with flights connecting me from chicken fajitas at home to local gems like Rise Café, King Canary Brewing, Roost Kitchen + Coffee, and The Sinclair. A night at a brewery celebration and a Sunday poolside grill rounded out a flavorful journey.
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Smoked Tri-Tip: A California BBQ Classic
This Smoked Tri-Tip is a California BBQ classic, cooked low and slow on a pellet smoker, then finished with a reverse sear for a perfect crust. Tender, juicy, and smoky, it’s the ultimate beef roast for backyard barbecues or weekend dinners.
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Smoked White Sweet Potato Mash with Gouda
This Smoked White Sweet Potato Mash with Gouda combines earthy, mildly sweet potatoes with nutty cheese for a side dish that’s smoky, savory, and indulgent. Smoked on a pellet grill, then mashed with butter, cream, and Gouda, it’s a gluten-free comfort dish perfect for BBQs, holiday spreads, or weeknight meals.
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What I Ate This Week: Family, Closings & Culinary Celebrations (August 11-17 )
This week blended milestones with meals: closing on our home, my daughter visiting from Florida, and a mix of nostalgic bites, Italian trattoria delights, and sizzling Mediterranean-inspired home cooking.
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Trattoria A’Vucchella – Sorrento Flavors in Bridgeport
Discover Trattoria A’Vucchella: a Bridgeport gem where Sorrentine childhood flavors, from limoncello to homemade pastas, come alive. Authentic dishes, lively atmosphere, and heartfelt service—it’s a taste of Italy that will keep calling you back.
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Limoncello Posset – A Creamy Amalfi Lemon Dessert
This Limoncello Posset is an easy yet elegant Italian dessert bursting with the flavor of Amalfi lemons. With cream, sugar, lemon juice, and Limoncello, it’s the perfect summer indulgence. Velvety smooth and refreshingly zesty, it’s a crowd-pleaser for dinner parties or a romantic evening in.
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Sweet & Savory Strawberry Caprese Salad
This Strawberry Caprese Salad is a fresh, gluten-free twist on the Italian classic, swapping tomatoes for sweet strawberries. Perfect for summer entertaining or a quick light lunch, it’s dressed with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
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What I Ate This Week: August 4–10
A week of pecan-smoked salmon, creamy pasta, blackened fajitas, and an Amalfi lemon-inspired family feast — plus a standout dinner at one of Bridgeport’s best Italian spots.