Anna asked the universe for one thing, not to have a wardrobe malfunction while she was on TV- and she had a wardrobe malfunction while on TV. What happened? Catch up with the podcast!
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THE FEED: Connecticut Restaurants Thatâll Make You Say ‘Yes, Chef!’
Tuesdays on The Feed, Kevin and Jenna chat with CT Food Girly about all the great places to eat in Connecticut. You can find Alex on Instagram: @ctfoodgirly. Today, Alex takes us on a culinary journey exploring the best multi-course, one price restaurants experiences inspired by the popular show, The Bear! Yes, Chef!
Luce – Hamden Luce in Hamden offers a casual prix fixe menu that’s a family favorite. This wonderful Italian restaurant provides a delicious lunch for $24 per person or dinner for $38 per person. Choose an appetizer, enjoy a salad course, and then select your entree. Our go-to appetizers include arancini, pane cotto, fried calamari, and meatballs. For entrees, we love the shrimp pesto, shrimp vodka, seafood risotto, and lemon chicken. With options like veal, salmon, pork chops, and gnocchi, there’s something for everyone.
NewBrook Kitchen – Cheshire NewBrook Kitchen offers an intimate and unique dining experience, blending classic culinary techniques with modern touches. Perfect for a special occasion or date night, Chef Danielle and her team welcome diners to the Supper Club counter to indulge in a six-course meal composed of small plates with big flavors. Each Supper Club has a different menu, and each experience is $92 per person.
Union Kitchen – West Hartford Located on restaurant row in West Hartford, Union Kitchen serves seasonal American cuisine driven by fresh ingredients. In addition to their a la carte menu, they offer a five-course tasting menu for $70 per person, with an optional wine pairing for an additional $30. The food at Union Kitchen is nothing short of amazing.
Boqueria – West Hartford For a more casual setting, Boqueria in West Hartford offers a prix fixe dinner menu for $29 per person, featuring their favorite tapas. Every Wednesday and Thursday, select a starter for the table, choose two tapas per person, and enjoy a dessert for each of you. It’s a great way to try and share many different plates, with delicious cocktails available as well.
Olea – New Haven Olea in New Haven offers a Chefâs Tasting Menu for $98 per person, featuring six courses with an optional wine pairing for an extra $52. Available on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday nights, this experience requires 24-hour advance notice. The menu is a surprise, adding to the excitement of the dining experience.
The Essex – Old Saybrook The Essex blends old New England charm with upscale elegance, using the freshest locally-sourced products from farm and sea. Their Chefâs Tasting Menu is a must-try, offering a five-course menu for $95 per person or a seven-course menu for $115 per person. The full table’s participation is required, and no substitutions are allowed. The ever-changing menu keeps the experience fresh and exciting.
The Shipwrightâs Daughter – Mystic The Shipwrightâs Daughter in Mystic is a must-visit, especially since Chef David Standridge won the 2024 James Beard Chef Award. The restaurant has also received accolades from Connecticut Magazine and the Connecticut Restaurant Association. Their five-course chefâs tasting menu is $110 per person, with an optional wine pairing for an additional $68. The menu is a surprise, perfect for true foodies looking for an unforgettable dining experience.
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Kevin and Jenna: Summer Adventures at The Maritime Aquarium
Today, Kevin and Jenna chat with Emily and Sierra from The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk about the exciting exhibits and activities happening this summer! Meet Sugar, the Eastern Box Turtle who loves long strolls, and Frodo, the Blue-Tongued Skink with some impressive predator-defying features. Plus, explore the “Travel Back in Maritime” exhibit featuring incredible fossils like a 30-foot mosasaur. Don’t miss out on all the fun and fascinating discoveries!
Visit MaritimeAquarium.org for more details.Â
Anna & Raven’s Olympic Correspondent
Weâre looking for children between the ages of 8 and 11 to be our Olympic Correspondents! If your child would like to report on what exciting things are happening during the Olympic games, please fill out the form below. Every week, we will have a different child give their update on who won, the medal count, and what they thought was awesome happening in Paris!
All recordings will be done over the phone. This is a light and fun segment and we canât wait to have your kids be part of it!
Anna & Raven Try Tapple
Tapple gets super intense with Anna and Raven! The objective is to come up with as many words as possible before the timer runs outâ° Last person standing wins!
Tuesday July 23, 2024: Summer Fling; Buns; The Ugly Sibling
Dining and dashing is reprehensible to begin with, but Anna was shocked when she saw a video of someone who id and then had to go right back into the same restaurant!
If your phone was hacked, what would be the last video the hackers would find? Anna had the whole show share the last video they took on their phone!
Do you have a phrase that you say too often? Anna used one particular phrase from the 90âs multiple times in the same show!
Do you have a preference for the kind of bun your hamburger comes on? Raven is pretty flexible, but his wife Alicia has some strict rules!
Are you going somewhere fun for vacation this year? Anna and Raven want a souvenir! Donât worry, theyâll pay you for itâŚ
How are you beating the heat this summer? As the entire country finds itself in a never-ending heat wave, Anna and Raven are looking for tips!
Have you ever had a summer fling? Thereâs now a wiki page on how to have a proper summer romance!
Are you the ugly sibling? Anna was shocked to discover that Gisele Bundchen has a twin!
Now that President Biden has dropped out of the race, what happens? Anna and Raven spoke to Political Science Professor Dr. Jonathan Wharton about what happens now!
Lawrence and Elle have a seven-year-old daughter who was invited to a pool party at her friendâs house. Lawrence says that they canât drop her off! Sheâs only seven and itâs a pool play date. Elle argues that their daughter is a great swimmer and obviously the parents will be there the entire time supervising. Thereâs no reason for her to stay. Itâs only two hours! What do you think?
Kelly has got a shot at $1900! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
Heatwave Hacks
What are your hacks for staying cool during a heatwave? Some people are very, very creative, catch up with the tips in the podcast!
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THE FEED: The Trouble with the MLB
Mondays on The Feed, Kevin and Jenna talk all things Connecticut sports with The Ump, Vin Sarullo. Vin shares insights on the struggles faced by the big three MLB teams that most Connecticut residents root for, and dishes out exciting updates on Little League softball stats.
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Anna & Raven’s Emoji Trivia
For this weekâs trivia, Anna and Raven have to guess the states based on emojis! Anna was very confident in her alligator answerđ
Hypergamy Relationships
Did you marry someone out of your league? Marry up? Experts have put a fancy name on it, hypergamy. What made you better than your partner?! Or, what made your partner the better catch? Check out the podcast.