On our way home from a most sad occasion we decided to lighten our moods on a late Sunday afternoon by dining by the water. Somehow we always feel better seeing the waves splash along the shore and smelling the sea air. Bradley being of Norwegian decent is reminded of… Read More →
Dining on our own again (two times in a row), Bradley and Donna Monaco Olsen continued their adventures in blogging for HVRW. This season there are over 185 restaurants participating. Donna currently writes on Small Bites as Chef’s Tip, re-capping great cooking demonstrations in local restaurants. She is the co-coordinator for… Read More →
We are sorry that HVRW Spring 2013 is almost over but we have dined on some tasty creations and met many chef’s while on Liz Johnson’s Scavenger Hunt! Bradley and Donna Monaco Olsen continue their adventures in blogging, flying solo this time, for a quiet lunch at Sonora. Donna currently… Read More →
Bradley and Donna Monaco Olsen continue their adventures in blogging along with their family in a most spectacular setting at the Gaucho Grill. Donna currently writes on Small Bites as Chef’s Tip, re-capping great cooking demonstrations in local restaurants. She is the co-coordinator for Westchester Community College’s Taste of Westchester… Read More →
Bradley and Donna Monaco Olsen continue their adventures in blogging at this northern hot spot. Donna currently writes on Small Bites as Chef’s Tip, re-capping great cooking demonstrations in local restaurants. She is the co-coordinator for Westchester Community College’s Taste of Westchester program. Knowing quite a few chefs in Westchester,... Read More →
My hubby Bradley and I have been blogging about restaurants for LoHud on HVRW since its inception a few years ago. Donna blogs as Chef’s Tip, and she is the co-coordinator for Westchester Community College Taste of Westchester program. She has come to know quite a few chefs in Westchester… Read More →
Hi Donna Monaco Olsen and Bradley Olsen here to tell you about our “taste” of HVRW-Fall 2012. We chose our spot wisely this time around as the storm and scheduled cooking demonstration classes made for a very overbooked 2 weeks. The Kittle House began humbly in 1790 as a barn,... Read More →
This is a bonus review by Donna Monaco Olsen and Bradley Olsen. Aurora is one of a group of restaurants owned by Z Hospitality Group. We felt we just had to tell you about the pleasant lunch we had at Aurora last week. We felt it was important to report… Read More →
In all, the duo of Donna Monaco Olsen and Bradley Olsen have experienced close to 10 restaurants during these past two weeks while dining with family and friends, and Mima Vinoteca in Irvington was one of the favorites. This time was with Bradley’s 80-plus mom, Patty, who resides in one… Read More →
Donna Monaco Olsen and Bradley Olsen and four friends dined at this Italian restaurant on a cool night in March. We wanted to love this spot so it could be our go to Italian restaurant as it is convenient to all and warm and inviting. Located in a great area… Read More →
Well we joined 21 others for a beautifully presented feast at a somewhat different type of restaurant. Yes, Donna Monaco Olsen and Bradley Olsen really do have that many friends and acquaintances who want to try a new place during HVRW 2012. Milonga is billed as serving Argentinian & Mediterranean… Read More →
Hooray it is finally here…Donna Monaco Olsen and Bradley Olsen are off and running (until after they have dined anyway) to HVRW 2012. Tonight was the first of 7 restaurants that we will visit during this fabulous two week feast and exploration of our local fare. Benjamin Steak House has… Read More →
The duo is so excited to be participating in HVRW blogging again this year, their third. They have already made reservations in 7 fabulous spots and can’t wait to try out all the terrific chef creations. Donna Monaco Olsen creates custom designed cakes and cupcakes at The Cupcake Kitchen &... Read More →
Donna Monaco Olsen is an avid cook, loves to bake and watches or reads everything cooking related in her spare time. She is the Co-coordinator for Westchester Community College’s Continuing Education program aptly called “A Taste of Westchester”. She recruits chefs to do cooking demonstrations in their restaurants. There… Read More →
