Right before this Arctic weather blew in, I enjoyed a few taste thrills at a new hot spot in Westport called Moja Cafe. It open last month, 12 Wilton Road, you may wonder where exactly is that?   Well for u vintage Westporters, I could tell u right behind where Ye Olde Bridge Grille was or the Wine Bar, Grass Roots  for the rest of you, I will just say back near the old  Peter Coppola’s salon/ soon to b Bar Taco).  It is tucked right on the Saugatuck River with about 6 tables outside can u say killer location w outside dining!   Moja cafe on the boardwalk!
I had the pleasure of speaking with John the Manager and the assistant Chef “Baby Face” Ray. John focused more on one of Moja’s specialities; Organic Saki on Tap!  Yes, you heard me right, Sake on tap.  (which by the way, Moja is the only bar in CT to have Sake on tap)  Today’s special was “Westport Sunset” which is clementine infused caramelized sake in a Sapporo Beer WOW!  They have 11 infused sakes from Caramel clementine, Juniper mint, pineapple, carrot habenero, lemon honey and several others which are fun to try and are delicious.  John is famous for his “warm sake of the day” today, I had a warm Almond Biscotti sake to died for.
“Baby face Ray” the assistant chef obviously was all about the food.  The cuisine is a Asian South American Fusion food with Kones (gluten free sesame scallion wraps) Arepas (grilled corn cakes) Noodle bowls and delicious salads!  My fave was the short rib Kone and the crab Arepas!  The food is light and delicious a nice complement to the Restaurants in town.  Oh and I almost forgot the ultimate dessert was the sampler of well just go see!
Moja is open for lunch and dinner and the lounge is set up with WiFi hookup for you surfers!
Check out the slide show! Then go check out Moja on the boardwalk!!!!!

Last Sunday, I was enjoying a wonderful spicy Bloody Mary from Steve Small the bartender at the Spotted Horse. I was there to celebrate my Grandmother’s 100th Birthday! good Genes! 15 members of my immediate family were enjoying Red Vevet Pancakes, Lobster Mac and Cheese sandwiches, Eggs Benedict as well as my all time fave the Ahi Tuna Tacos YUM!!!!! We ate outside n the Sunny heated closed in Patio it was Fantastic.
I upon leaving I noticed a beautiful woman sitting in a cozy booth with a few friends. I did a double take and realized it was Tyra Banks. I introduce myself and she was very pleasant and said she was enjoying her Weekend “just chillin with her friends” enjoying the Spotted Horse just like me!

A good friend who has an organizing company SIMPLYORGANIZEIT.NET sent out these tips. I thought I would share since mañana is Black Friday Shop till u drop peps

HAPPY THANKSGIVING……..

AS HOLIDAYS APPROACH, I WOULD LIKE TO OFFER YOU SOME SUGGESTIONS TO CONSIDER BEFORE YOU HIT STORES ON BLACK FRIDAY! Save money and time with 4 ideas-

1. Ask everyone to make gift lists for you that include 3 gift
choices under $25 (or whatever amount you choose) and where they can be purchased. Make your own list of 3 items for them. Exchange your lists, and you’re guaranteed to give what people want and to get what you want. This really helps to avoid clutter caused by gifts received that you and your recipient’s don’t need! (Thank goodness CHI CHI CHI CHIAS are gone . . . or are they???)

2. Rather than exchanging gifts, perhaps you can suggest that everyone agrees to put the money towards a group dinner or excursion. This works great for the home, or the office!

3. Give gift certificates, and ask for gift certificates. They don’t clutter. They don’t cost much to ship. People can buy what they want. It’s a win-win-win situation. A SIMPLYORGANIZEIT.net GIFT CARD IS A GREAT WAY TO SHARE ORGANIZATION FOR THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE THAT MAY NEED A LITTLE EXTRA HELP GETTING ORGANIZED. WE ALL KNOW ONE!?

4. Get the “easy gifts” out of the way early. For example: the paper boy, the mailman, the hairdresser and even the teachers. Buy these in November, so they do not impact your December holiday budget. These gifts always seem to be bought later when finances and time are draining…..

Good luck and happy shopping!!

THE CHELSEA
12 Unquowa Place,
Fairfield CT, 06824
The other night I went with a couple of my BFF’s to Fairfield’s new “Hot Restaurant” OMG the food was delicious and I might add the people scene was not bad either!!!! Here is a quick view!

Michael Gennaro’s Steakhouse
238 Post Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 292-8923
Owner, Michael Musto has been working in Fine Restaurants since college. I actually met him first at Joseph’s a Delicious Steakhouse in Bridgeport,CT. The owner of Joseph’s worked at Peter Lugar Steakhouse in Brooklyn, NY for 15 years. Any of you steak lover’s know Peter Lugar Steakhouse is one of the Best!!! Michael was busy observing learning what set Peter Lugar’s and now Joseph’s Steakhouse above the rest. In May, Michael Musto opened Michael Gennaro’s Steakhouse in Fairfield,CT with the same standards. Some of my suggestions to try are, the Tomahawk Ribeye which looks like a steak Fred Flintstone might enjoy bone and all. The Filet always a good choice! and my fave, the NY Strip, there is also a Porterhouse for 2. Although I did not try the seafood dishes, pastas or Chicken they all seem to get rave reviews as well. Michael’s Motto: ” We serve U.S.D.A. certified prime beef, to earn a prime grade beef must meet or exceed very strict standards in several catagories which include: color, texture, and most of all marbling. Less than 3% of beef earns the prime grade. Dry aging is the process by which beef becomes more tender and flavorful. The process naturally causes the moisture to evaporate, which concentrates the beef flavor, and breaks down the connective tissue to tenderize the meat. The final result is a very tender steak with much more “beefy Flavor”. I included his motto because, frankly I never knew the difference of “prime grade” I love steak and I have tried a few steak places in the Fairfield County. Of course, there was Maneros gone, Morton’s or Capital Grille and Frankly Michael’s steaks blow these competitors out of the water. I will say Michael Gennaro’s is on par with Gabriel’s in Greenwich at more affordable prices. Westport what are you waiting For???? Go make a reservation you will not be disappointed Promise!

Michael Gennaro’s Steakhouse

I am not sure if any of you blog followers know this but I love to run! Its a quick way for me to stay in shape and relieve stress ( which we all have way too much of) So as soon as the weather permits I run outside. One route I love is the Southport Beach, Peqout Ave, Westway, Greensfarm to beachside, a nice loop. Well, For the last several months the old beaten up concession stand at the Southport Beach has been transformed into this really cool organic healthy “kitchen”. Owner, Hunter King and his family, brother’s Carter & Parker along with Frank Sintra Lover Father Richard and Mom Laura have really begun to change the way we think, live and eat. No more Soda or greasy french fries at the beach! How about a Lobster panini? Fish taco? or an organic hot dog? Shucked Oyster’s, made to order Fruit smoothies, Bai teas, or Cubano milk shakes. I know what you’re thinking. I would love to eat like this but who can afford it? Well you can everything is mucho affordable!
Carter’s philosphy is ….”health is important to the youth of our communities! Thats why King’s Kitchen provides Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner organic alternatives to the modern day concession stand” All produce is from local Organic Connecticut Farms, Go Green people!!!!!!
Another big attraction is the cool beach almost island atmosphere. Tables, kick back chairs, Umbrellas, Reggae music and of course the beautiful view! My suggestion is to grab some friends a couple bottles of wine and go enjoy the sunset and some delicious food! Its Summer! Oh and say hi to Carter he is always there!

object width=”640″ height=”360″>