Feeling lazy today? According to science, it might be good for you!… but only if you write a “Worry Journal”, what is that? Find out in the podcast!
Wednesday May 8, 2024: Mom Hack; Nurses Appreciation Week; Anna’s Unboxing
There has been a leak that new audio emojis are coming out soon. What emoji would you want audio for?
Do you ever wake up and just not want to do anything? Turns out, taking some lazy time may actually be good for you!
If you text your mom this Mother’s Day instead of calling her, that’s all I need to know about you!
What does your mom always say no to? Anna and Raven asked kids what their mom never lets them do!
Anns is opening her very first mystery box! The only problem is, Raven and Producer Sean put their own random things in it.
Can you think like a stranger? If you’re able to guess the same answers as a stranger, you could win a Suburban Mom Starter Kit with some great swag!
It’s Nurses Appreciation Week and Anna has first-hand experience in why nurses are so incredible!
What do you sound like when you’re mad? Anna asked a group of kids what their mom sounds like when they’re mad and the answers are hysterical!
What life hack did your mom teach you? Raven’s mom taught him a foolproof way to reheat food in the microwave, but Producer Sean’s mom taught him a hack that shocked everybody!
Catalina and Ben have been married for a year, she is now the stepmother to Ben’s two daughters. (Ages 5 and 7) She feels left out that the girls don’t have anything planned for Mother’s Day for her. She’s been part of their lives for the last three years and this is the first year where she really is also their mother. She wants Ben to ask his ex if they could join them for brunch on Sunday so she can also be celebrated. Ben says it’s his ex-wife’s weekend and feels strange asking her to share her Mother’s Day. What do you think?
Deanna has got a shot at $2700! All she has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
THE FEED: Delicious Places To Treat Mom This Weekend
Every Tuesday, Kevin and Jenna talk about all things food in Connecticut with Alex from CT Food Girly. Mother’s Day is coming up this Sunday and whether your mom loves brunch or loves to sleep in and go out for dinner… Alex has some of the best places in CT to take her this weekend.
Mother’s Day Brunch:
Gruel Britannia in Fairfield is a perfect spot to treat Mom to a Mothers’s Day Brunch or Lunch on May 12th. This restaurant is inspired by British cuisine and they have crafted a delicious brunch menu for the holiday. Some of their specials that sound incredible to me are the lobster tostada, roasted peach spice pancakes, everything bagel with smoked salmon, scallion cream cheese, tomato and sweet onion. Also, their fish tacos in homemade corn tortillas or pan-seared filet mignon. They will also do special tea time by reservation. They serve you afternoon tea, with a huge assortment of finger sandwiches, sweets and more. This would be a super cute Mother’s Day to-do, dress up together and enjoy tea.
The Reign in Milford is hosting its second annual Mother’s Day brunch, with prepaid reservations required. There will be two seatings, one at 11 am and one at 2 pm. Both seatings come with an assortment of freshly prepared dishes, buffet style, accompanied by live entertainment in this elegant atmosphere. Guests can also add to the experience by purchasing priority seating, complimentary champagne, or a gift for mom.
Moving into New Haven, Elm City Social is gearing up for Mother’s Day. They are offering a prix fixe brunch that mom is sure to love. The menu includes your choice of starter, I saw some great ones online, shrimp cocktail, deviled eggs, chicken wing lollipops, then select your main course, maybe the lobster scrambled eggs, chicken and waffles, or carb cake benedict and then your dessert, lemon squares, raspberry mousse cake, or espresso pot de creme. This brunch is $39.99 per person and you can book your reservations online.
Lastly, treat Mom to a waterfront Mother’s Day brunch at The Wharf Restaurant in Madison. Enjoy stunning views of the Sound while indulging in a delicious brunch buffet . They have made-to-order omelets, a carving station, a raw bar and desserts. There’s something for everyone here and the interior is beautiful, a perfect spot for Mother’s Day.
Mother’s Day Dinner:
The Cottage in Westport and in Greenwich is hosting a four course prix fixe menu from 12pm to 5pm. It is $110 per person and $55 for children. Some goodies from the appetizers are wagyu beef tartare toast, a cottage salad with wild puffed rice, radish and lovage aioli, for seconds, The Cottage is serving an english pea sacchetti with brown butter, sage bread crumbs and parmesan. Third pick, the halibut baked in spruce paper sounds amazing or the wild king salmon baked in cedar. Lastly, for dessert, a pistachio sundae or the strawberry shortcake sound delicious.
In Orage, Ola Latin Kitchen still has some open reservations left for Mother’s Day. They are opening at 3:00 for dinner, they have additions to their menu for the holiday. Including a citric cucumber cocktail, with vodka, st.germain, mint, lime and pineapple juice. They are adding a salmon tartare, a seafood paella, which is my favorite, and a cinnamon and apple blossom for dessert with caramel sauce and ice cream.
In New Haven, Gioia is having a three course prix fixe dinner menu available on May 12th, 19th, and 20th, starting at 4pm. It is $75 per person, for their first course, they have asparagus, grilled polenta, gem lettuce, or burrata. Second course, they have pappardelle with lamb, grilled fish, duck breast or cauliflower. For dessert, they have a chocolate caramel tart, strawberry rhubarb pavlova, or a crispy blueberry cheesecake crostata. It all sounds great, definitely make a reservation.
Lastly, as we head into Guilford, I thought this was neat,The Fresh Market is helping guests make Mother’s Day extra special with several easy, ready-to-cook and ready-to-heat meal options for the holiday. They have filet mignon, seabass cakes, prime rib, with side options to pick as well if you wanted to do dinner. Mother’s Day Meals Online Ordering ends May 10 at 2:00. In-store pickup only May 10-12.
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Anna & Raven’s Trivia Tuesday
It was almost a trivia sweep for Anna this week! How many car logos did you get right? 🚗
Learned About Your Mom
Raven’s mom was hot, Anna’s mom wanted to be a nun, Sean’s mom flashed Guns and Roses, Jon’s mom was a Food Network host, what surprising thing did you learn about your mom?! Catch up with the podcast!
Tuesday May 7, 2024: Found Out About Mom; Homemade Pop-Tarts; Met Gala
A TikTok video has raised the question “Would you rather be stuck in the woods with a man or a bear”? Anna and Raven take it a step further by asking; what kind of bear?
Is there something you are sick of hearing about? Anna invited the entire show to share their hot takes about what or who they’re tired of!
Mom deserves the best for Mother’s Day, but if you compete with your siblings over the best gift, that’s all I need to know about you!
What’s your favorite pop-tart flavor? Anna brought in some homemade pop-tarts with some unconventional fillings…
Every Mom is a superhero, but what is her superpower? Anna and Raven asked some kids to share their mom’s special ability!
Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including the biggest night in fashion!
Have you ever found out something unexpected about your mom? Anna’s mom wanted to be a nun, but Producer Sean’s mom was a bit wilder…
Can you think like a stranger? If you’re able to guess the same answers as a stranger, you could win a Suburban Mom Starter Kit with some great swag!
What does your mom do for fun? Anna and Raven asked some kids and got some adorable responses!
Elijah thinks it’s inappropriate that his wife Mila takes their three-month-old baby (in the carrier) to a restaurant/bar one night a week to meet a friend. She admits that yes, it is a bar, BUT it serves food and it’s no big deal! What do you think? Baby at a bar?
Antonio has got a shot at $2600! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!
THE FEED: Spring Sports Season Coming To An Exciting End
Every Monday in The Feed Kevin and Jenna talk to The Ump Vin Sarullo about everything going on in Connecticut sports. As we come up on the end of the spring sports season for college and high school Vin gives us an update on how all the schools are doing. As well as some standout athletes in girls softball.
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Anna Zap’s Hot Take
Hot Take: Anna believes the oldest matriarch in the family decides what everyone else does for Mother’s Day! If that means bottomless mimosas, then cheers to bottomless mimosas 🥂 Who do you prioritize for Mother’s Day
Get Me Out of Here!
Ever see something at someone’s house that made you want to leave immediately? A secret room? A freaky doll? Anna walked into an apartment once and turned around and walked right back out. Get all the stories in the podcast!
Monday May 6, 2024: Raven’s References; Unexpected Expense; Scared Away
There are certain games that we all played growing up right? Anna was shocked that Raven didn’t know how to play one of the most famous school-yard games in the world!
Did you get into a dumb argument this weekend? The thermostat has been causing tension in both Anna and Raven’s houses!
It’s never been proven that this is bad for you, but if you stare into the microwave while it’s cooking something, that’s all I need to know about you!
Are you up to date on this week’s biggest new stories? Anna and Raven will get you caught up with what’s trending, including the greatest roast of all time!
Have you ever walked into someone’s house and been immediately terrified by what you saw? Anna once went on a date that made her think she’d wandered into a samurai movie!
Can you think like a stranger? If you’re able to guess the same answers as a stranger, you could win a Suburban Mom Starter Kit with some great swag!
Raven is a movie buff and sometimes that means he makes references that absolutely nobody understands! Anna and Producer Jon have teamed up to help people understand Raven’s references!
Have you ever had an unexpected expense on vacation? One man came home to a phone bill that led to legal action!
Dana and Graham are moving to a new home that’s about 45 minutes away from where they currently live. Their ten-year-old son would really like to continue going to his current school. They do have the option to keep him in the same school district, but Graham says it’s ridiculous. They would be commuting him to school every day! She says that he’s so happy there and doesn’t want to uproot him when he’s doing so well. What would you do?
Tom has got a shot at $2500! All he has to do is beat Raven in pop culture trivia!