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Discounts on Restaurant Gift Cards

posted at Fri Dec 23 08:53:58 2011 by admin

Several local restaurants are offering their traditional holiday gift card discounts.

Jesse's and Molly's are offering an extra $5 card for each $25 gift card you purchase. The $5 cards are good until March 31st and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount. If you buy $100 in gift cards you'll get a coupon book valued at $200 with a coupon for each month.

Lui Lui is also offering an extra $5 card for each $25 gift card you purchase.

Because Lui Lui recently spun off from Blue Sky Restaurant Group, the gift cards you buy from Jesse's, Molly's and Lui Lui are redeemable at any of the three restaurants, but the bonus cards and coupons are only good where you purchased them (Jesse's/Molly's or Lui Lui).

Gusanoz is also offering a bonus $5 card for each $25 gift certificate you purchase.

Boloco is offering a free burrito for every $25 you load onto their stored value card.

And Friendly's is offering a bonus $10 for every $25 gift card.

The Cookies of Christmas

posted at Fri Dec 16 20:56:24 2011 by admin

Umpleby's Bakery & Cafe in Hanover has been running down a delicious variety of cookies, one per day leading up to Christmas.

So far we've seen:

  1. The Orange Kiss
  2. The Sugar Cookie
  3. The Russian Tea Cake
  4. The Chocliate Chip Cookie
  5. The Raspberry Thumbprint
  6. The Coconut Macaroon
  7. The Peanut Butter Cookie
  8. The Chocolate Dipped Shortbread
  9. The Orange Hazelnut Crescent
  10. The Chocliate Truffle
  11. The Plum Almond Drop
  12. The Chocliate Crinkle
  13. The Pecan Thumbprint
  14. The Hazelnut Linzer
  15. The Pistachi Macaroon

And we still have over a week till Christmas, so many more cookies will be revealed! Gingerbread hasn't been on the list yet and I'd imagine that's a given, but what other cookies do you think Umpleby's will unveil? What are your favorites?

Free Pie with your Paper

posted at Sun Nov 27 07:36:03 2011 by admin

The Valley News is repeating last year's free pie offer for new subscribers. If you subscribe for 13 weeks of 7-day home delivery by December 18th 2011, you will receive two coupons good for 9-inch pies from Stone Arch Bakery in Claremont and Lebanon.

Irene Disaster Relief Benefit Dinner at King Arthur Flour

posted at Thu Sep 22 19:33:42 2011 by admin

King Arthur Flour is hosting a special dinner to benefit Irene disaster relief on Sunday September 25th from 6PM to 8PM. The meal features salads, hand-thrown pizza and desserts. The cost is $50 per person and the meal will be held at the King Arthur Flour Baking Education Center.

Reservations are essential. You can reserve a space online or call King Arthur Flour at 800-652-3334.

Simon Pearce Restaurant Has Reopened

posted at Tue Sep 20 11:57:45 2011 by admin

One of many businesses in Vermont and New Hampshire that were affected by the flooding from Hurricane Irene, Simon Pearce was fortunate to have their primary kitchen, dining area and showroom untouched by the flooding, while the lower level of their building was not as lucky.

Thankfully they have been able to resume operations. The restaurant is now open for lunch and dinner at its usual hours. It's not clear how long it will be until glassblowing can resume at the Mill.

Salt Hill Pub Benefit for Hurricane Irene Relief

posted at Wed Sep 14 09:20:02 2011 by admin

Salt Hill Pub in Lebanon is holding a benefit the evening of Sunday September 18th from 6PM to 10PM.

Wherehouse, Doctor Burma and Conniption Fits will be performing. The Pub is asking for a $10 cover charge donation, 100% of which will be donated to the American Red Cross, along with 15% of restaurant sales.

All ages are welcome. Call 603-448-4532 for more information.

Hurricane Irene Benefit at Lui Lui, Molly's and Jesses's on Sep 8

posted at Mon Sep 5 19:48:57 2011 by admin

The Blue Sky Restaurant Group is holding an extremely generous benefit at their Upper Valley restaurants - Lui Lui in West Lebanon, Molly's and Jesse's in Hanover - on Thursday September 8.

On that day, 50% of all sales - that's 50% of the gross, not the profit - will be donated to the VT & NH Chapter of the Red Cross.

This is an exceptional event; please help spread the word and encourage other local restaurants to help their communities as well.

You can read their original press release here.

Free Tacos!

posted at Tue Aug 30 08:02:47 2011 by admin

And now for something not hurricane-related.

On Tuesday August 30th, Gusanoz is giving away free tacos to customers at their Lebanon location, from 11AM to 4PM.

While the tacos are free, they are asking their customers to donate to help support a member of the Gusanoz staff who recently lost their home just after their 15 month old daughter was diagnosed with leukemia. It is commendable of Gusanoz to support their staff this way, and UVFood hopes that both many people enjoy their free tacos and that the same people also give freely to help support a family in need.

Monday Evening Post-Flood Update

posted at Mon Aug 29 23:19:08 2011 by admin

Simon Pearce posted a message to their customers, the gist of which is that they will be closed for a while but that there was no damage to the main floor (where the main kitchen, the seating area, and the store are) and that most of their glass-blowing is done off the premises. They will re-open as soon as they can.

Route 12A is open again, and while some stores may be closed indefinitely (or possibly permanently), most of the restaurants along 12A should be open again (and accessible).

The Woodstock Farmer's Market has posted a note saying that they will be closed indefinitely but hope to some day re-open.

The Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm has re-opened and is extending a generous offer of discounted room and breakfast for people who are without power or suffered damage from the flood.

Shepard's Pie on the Green expects to re-open after they can clean up.

And Lui Lui apparently escaped damage from the flood and is open.

And that's all the flood-related news we have at this point. If anyone has any info on other restaurants affected by the hurricane, or particularly on local farms, UVFood would be happy to run it.

Monday Morning Post-Flood Update

posted at Mon Aug 29 09:30:28 2011 by admin

Quick update, now that we can see where things really stand.

A quick phone survey:

Open: Tuckerbox, 4 Aces, Windsor Diner, Dana's

No answer: Panera, Polka Dot

Closed but open Tue: Baker's Studio

Simon Pearce staff post: "Despite previous reports, the Mill in Quechee is intact and the bridge still standing - though part of the road is washed out."

As of about 9AM, NH I89 northbound exit 20 was blocked off and it appeared that Route 12A was blocked off south of about McDonald's.

It appears that bridges between Hartford and White River Junction were being reopened to traffic. My understanding is that the West Lebanon to Hartford bridge is still closed.

I recommend continuing to check the WCAX Facebook page for updated information being posted by locals.

Where Things Stand Post-Hurricane

posted at Mon Aug 29 00:49:58 2011 by admin

The floods caused by Hurricane Irene have caused much more damage in Vermont and New Hampshire (certainly mostly Vermont) than the storm did directly. Please understand that much of this article is speculation as it is difficult to assess the situation right now. I will publish more accurate information as it becomes available. I am going to focus on food-related businesses here as this is a food site, but many other businesses are certainly affected by flooding in the Upper Valley.

One of the best sources of information during this crisis has been WCAX' Facebook page. I recommend going there to check out the videos and photos that have been posted and to search for information on places that you're concerned about. It covers a much wider area than just the Upper Valley but has a lot of useful Upper Valley info as well. Also search for #vtirene and #nhirene on Twitter.

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Free Summer Cooking Demonstration at Simon Pearce

posted at Fri Jul 15 09:27:43 2011 by admin

On Thursday July 21 Simon Pearce in Quechee will be offering a free cooking demonstration. Chef Joshua Duda will be working with Tim Taylor of Crossroad Farm demonstrating how to prepare a variety of sweet and savory summer dishes using produce from Crossroads Farm.

The demonstration begins at 5:30PM. While it is free, reservations are required and space is limited to the first 40 respondents. Please make a reservation by calling 802.295.1470.

Three Tomatoes Benefit for Listen Community Services

posted at Tue Jul 12 10:10:20 2011 by admin

Once a month, Three Tomatoes uses a dinner to benefit a non-profit organization.

This month Three Tomatoes is hosting Listen Community Services on Wednesday July 13th. One dollar from each dinner entree will be donated to Listen Community Services.

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Bistro Noveau's Benefit for the Prouty

posted at Wed Jun 15 19:23:27 2011 by admin

This Saturday June 18th Eastman's Bistro Nouveau will donate a portion of their profits to support the Grantham Mountaineers Prouty team. Dinner service runs from 4:30PM to 9PM.

This is the Prouty's 30th year. Will you be participating? Are you supporting anyone who is participating?

If you know of any other benefits for The Prouty please drop UVFood a note; we would be happy to run a note on them.

(thanks for the original article on Valley Buzz)

Trek to Taste on the Trail of Woodstock

posted at Wed May 25 22:29:14 2011 by admin

Celebrate local food and local trails at this free, family-friendly event! Join one or more of three different beautiful walking routes on the trails of Vermont's National Park and Woodstock's Town Parks, with a guide or on your own with a map. Along the way, sample delicious farm-fresh treats from local producers, learn about local agriculture and environments, and enjoy live music and fun activities, games and crafts.

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Dine with Sara Moulton at the Norwich Inn

posted at Tue May 17 16:08:10 2011 by admin

King Arthur Flour is helping bring celebrity Chef Sara Moulton to the Norwich Inn on June 6th. Sara Moulton is well known as a host on the Food Network, a Chef and cookbook author.

The evening will begin with wine and hor d'oeuvres at 6PM, followed by a special dinner at 7pm (see the menu here). Cost is $89 plus tax and tip, and a portion of the proceeds will go to benefit a local non-profit.

Please call the Inn at 802-649-1143 for reservations.

Flavors of the Valley 2011

posted at Sat Apr 16 20:28:05 2011 by admin

Vital Communities' annual food festival, Flavors of the Valley, happens this Sunday April 17th from 11AM to 4PM at the Hartford High School. Admission is $8 per person, $25/family maximum. Children ages 6 and under are free.

Flavors of the Valley is a great way to sample products from local restaurants and farms, and is a fun place to take the kids.

This year's participants include:

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Saturday is National Eggs Benedict Day

posted at Thu Apr 14 22:32:48 2011 by admin

This Saturday April 16th is National Eggs Benedict Day. If you've survived filing your taxes, challenge and reward yourself on Saturday with a plate of Eggs Benedict.

The recently reopened Four Aces Diner is celebrating with a special Eggs Benedict menu. They serve breakfast all day, so you don't have to be there at the crack of dawn to enjoy your eggs, though if you dine between 5am and 7am, they'll include coffee with your Eggs Benedict. They're offering 16 different version sof Eggs Benedict, which you can see their web site.

If you know of any other local restaurants offering Eggs Benedict specials please drop me a note and I'll add them to this article.

Pints for Paws at Jesse's

posted at Fri Apr 8 11:10:10 2011 by admin

Jesse's Steaks, Seafood & Tavern in Hanover is offering a special dinner on Wednesday April 13 to benefit the Upper Valley Humane Society.

The special dinner consists of a five course dinner paired with Rogue Ales. You can view the entire menu on Jesse's web site.

Dinner is $60 per person. Cocktail hour begins at 4:30PM. Reservations are required; please call 603-643-4111.

The entire proceeds from this event will benefit the Upper Valley Humane Society.

You can also purchase special "Pints for Paws" keepsake pint glasses at Molly's or Jesse's to benefit the UVHS.

Chefs of the Valley 2011

posted at Tue Mar 29 22:31:35 2011 by admin

Chefs of the Valley, the annual benefit for the Upper Valley Haven, is in its fifth year in 2011. The Upper Valley Haven provides emergency services, shelter and help for families in need.

This year it will be held on Sunday May 1 from 4 to 7PM at the Quechee Club.

Reservations for the event are $70 per person, but if you order before April 1 you can get two tickets for $10 off (a total of $130). The event raises over $20,000 per year for The Upper Valley Haven. Tickets include food, wine and other beverages.

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