Sign of the Whale Brunch in Stamford CT

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Brunch at Sign of the Whale

We traveled up to Stamford Connecticut's "Harbor Point" area after an invite to sample some of the delicious brunch offerings at one of the newest restaurants in this trendy waterfront area, Sign of the Whale! 

This up and coming area is growing and growing and has become quite the restaurant mecca!


One of the first restaurants in the area was Sign of the Whale, who opened in September of 2014.  As the largest, multi-dimensional restaurant space in this waterside community, the restaurant boasts a main level dining and bar capacity for over 250 people and a rooftop bar which accommodates up to 300 people,


The Whale is quickly becoming known for their Sunday Brunch – which includes decadent brunch dishes, a DJ pumping out great tunes, breakfast shots (SAY WHAT!), bottomless sparkling cocktails, and the ultimate Bloody Mary Bar.

We started off with some cocktails, first the breakfast shots - the restaurant has a few that combine shots of alcohol with a chaser, and quite surprisingly they actually do taste like their namesakes! (Shots have names like Fruity Pebbles, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, etc.) What fun!

Sign of The Whale Breakfast Shots

Next I meandered over to their Ultimate Bloody Mary bar where you get to assemble, flavor, and garnish your own Bloody Mary!

I love horseradish so you can bet I loaded mine up with a hearty spoonful, and I added several pickles because I like a briny taste to my Bloodies as well. And as far as garnishes go, I skewered some great cheese, pepperoni, and peppers, because...well, because, why not nosh a bit while you sip? Right??!!

Sign of The Whale  - Ultimate Bloody Mary Bar

Menu highlights include; breakfast pizza topped with bacon, egg, hash browns, cheddar and spicy aioli; old fashioned eggs benedict with lump crab meat; lobster waffle made with fresh lobster and cornmeal waffles; and cookies & cream pancakes.

Here are some of the items we sampled for brunch and light lunch offerings:

Sign of The Whale - Breakfast Pizza

Sign of The Whale - Calamari

Sign of The Whale - Crab Meat Eggs Benedict 

Sign of The Whale - Fish Tacos

Sign of The Whale - Kale Salad

Sign of The Whale - Lobster & Waffles

Sign of The Whale - Cookies & Cream Pancakes

Sign of The Whale Pasta

Sign of The Whale - Steak and Eggs

Sign of The Whale - Tuna Tartar 

Because it was such a beautiful day, we decided to move up to the roof where the view is spectacular and the fun begins!

On the rooftop we sampled one of the specialty cocktails - the Tidal Wave. The drink includes Popsicle and molecular wonders and is a bubbling smoking elixir of pure summer fun!

Let the summer games begin! 

Enjoying the Tidal Wave at Sign of the Whale

We had such a fun day at Sign of the Whale enjoying the amazing views and great food and drink!

Be sure you visit Sign of the Whale soon!

Sign of the Whale

6 Harbor Poit Road
Stamford CT 06902
203.883.8282

http://www.signofthewhalect.com

Disclaimer: We were invited to Sign of the Whale by members of the restaurant's marketing and management team, however all views expressed are entirely our own.


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Chef Alex Rosado joins Paloma Restaurant in Stamford CT

Chef Alex Rosado Brings 

His Bold and Beautiful Latin Flavors to

Harbor Point’s Paloma Restaurant 

When describing the flavors in his dishes, Chef Alex Rosado uses words like “love” and “goodness”. He kisses his fingers as if to exclaim “Bellissimo!” Paloma is thrilled to add such passion to the dynamic team that head up Stamford’s popular tequila infused, bold and flavorful, wood-fired, indoor-outdoor, bi-level and multi-sensory restaurant, bar and event venue overlooking Stamford Harbor and an  industrial city at work.

Chef Rosado hails from Puerto Rico and brings with him an impressive culinary lineage. Alex graduated from Atlanta’s School of Culinary Arts in 1996. He began honing his skills, cooking in some of the city’s most highly-regarded restaurants, including Bill Swearingen and Philippe Haddad's The Abbey and Philippe’s Bistro. This up and coming chef would then go on to cook at such prestigious hotels as the Ritz Carlton in San Juan, Puerto Rico as the Chef de Cuisine for The Caribbean Grill, and then on to The Biltmore Hotel in Miami, Florida where he was fortunate enough to have worked closely under Executive Chef de Cuisine Philippe Ruiz. It was ultimately his position as the Executive Chef of Little Palm Island  in Little Torch Key, Florida from 2009-2012 that would thrust this young chef’s career into high gear, and where he amassed numerous accolades and awards, including a “Best Chefs of America” honor bestowed to him by his fellow chefs.

In 2013 Chef Rosado traveled up the coast to Westport, CT, where he managed the opening of one of Fairfield County’s most ambitious building renovations; Westport’s historical post office building, built circa 1935, and transformed the space into a striking New American restaurant and gathering place, Post 154. Paloma is excited to have Chef Alex Rosado at the helm of its kitchen where this talented and fearless chef can share his passion for Latin cuisine.


Guests can look forward to a new menu (January 2016) that will embrace the flavors and culinary traditions of Mexico, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Spain, and even Venezuela. In addition to Paloma’s signature botanas, perfect for sharing with the entire table, menu highlights will include slow braised and fire grilled meats and market fresh fish. A sneak peek into Chef Rosado’s new menu includes:

• King Crab Ceviche with aji amarillo, red onion, cilantro, and evoo; 
• Shrimp & Corn Taquitos with roasted tomato salsa, avocado relish, and cotija cheese; 
• Steak & Cheese Empanadas punctuated with smoked aioli; 
• Chipotle BBQ Ribs served with black beans and mango pico de gallo; 
• Mahi Mahi "a la plancha" with smoked passion fruit butter, baked "boulangere" style malanga, and serrano chiles; 
• Braised Lamb Shank Mole with root vegetable puree and warm Brussels sprout salad; 
• Wood Grilled Chateaubriand for two prepared with aji panca rub, butternut squash creamed potatoes, and Paloma steak sauce; 
• Lobster Mofongo of whole Maine lobster, New England bacon, and "criollo" lobster broth. 

Private events at Paloma continue to shine, now with added menu options such as a variety of whole roasted meats, including suckling pig, lamb, and steamship round of beef.

Sharing the stage and complementing Chef Rosado’s lively flavor profiles is an equally inspired beverage platform led by Olie Berlic, an award-winning sommelier, cocktail aficionado and bartender, who has been a professional in the fine wine and spirits industry for over 25 years. He is the creator of Beleza Pura Cachaça and Caipirinha, and the first importer in the U.S. to create a portfolio of handcrafted cachaças. Cocktails we’re all abuzz about include; The Paloma –camarena reposado tequila, grapefruit crème brulée nectar, grapefruit, lime, sea salt, and carbonated purified water; Bees & Honey – el buho mezcal, maker's mark bourbon, raw honey, lemon, and ginger-turmeric nectar; Red Sangria – malbec, cab, apples, oranges, rosewater, and house concoctions; and a happy hour favorite, the Paloma Cosmo - lemon vodka, orange jasmine vodka, lime, cranberry, and agave nectar.

2016 is going to be a fabulous year for Paloma. Join them for lunch, dinner, happy hour, Sunday brunch, late night music and cocktails, and be sure to check out their Private Event offerings, featuring stunning rooms with a waterfront view to intimate dinners by the fireplace – Chef Rosado and the Paloma team will craft your perfect event.

Paloma Restaurant

15 Harbor Point Road
Stamford, CT 06902
203-998-7500

www.palomagrill.com

Paloma Grill in Stamford CT

Social Media Sampling

Last week we received an invite to head up to Stamford CT to sample some of the Latin-infused menu at Paloma Grill. The restaurant is located on the water in the Harbor Point area, an up and coming section that boasts several restaurants, clubs, and eateries.

In addition, the restaurant is owned by Chef Aarón Sánchez, of Food Network fame.

Paloma Grill in Harbor Point - Stamford CT

The menu features a wide array of offerings, from whole roasted cuts of meats, to an extensive raw bar, ceviche, grilled seafood, and a slew of of shareable plates. 

Of course, we started with some of Paloma's classic and contemporary cocktails made from a wide selection of handcrafted spirits, including tequila, mezcal, pisco, cachaca, and rum. 

Cocktails at Paloma Grill in Stamford 

Paloma Margarita
Lime and Orange house tincture, hibiscus nectar, gran mariner, silver tequila

After sipping on cocktails we began sampling some of the great appetizers and shared plates available at Paloma Grill!

Here's a photo tour featuring some of our offerings of the night....

Seafood Tostadas
Crab Salad and Glazed Shrimp - both delicious!

 Snapper crudo (top left) and lobster ceviche (top right)
Bottom: queso fundito skillet with mushrooms

Albondigas, meatballs with chipotle broth,
brightened flavor with mint, and cojita cheese

Mexican street corn
with chipotle crema and cojita cheese

Garganelli pasta with chorizo

The pasta dish was the only 'miss' of the night for me as it was a bit too heavy in seasoning for my flavor preferences.

Then we moved on to our entrees! Favorites were the amazing Short Ribs and the moist and flavorful Cuban Chicken.

Camarones Mojo de Ajo

Short Ribs of Beef with ancho cacao rub and vegetables

Cuban Chicken with a side of tamarin fried rice

Dessert was a double win with the light churros and the creamy deliciously rich salted caramel cheesecake parfait.

Churros with dulce de leche rolled in cinnamon sugar

Salted Caramel Cheesecake Parfait

We loved Paloma and Chef Sanchez has a winner with this location directly on the waterfront at Harbor Point with amazing views. The restaurant features both indoor and outdoor seating, along with a private dining room and bar dining options for larger parties.

A salute to Chef Nanyo - Thank you for a delicious dinner!

Paloma Grill
15 Harbor Point Road
Stamford, CT 06902
203.998.7500


http://www.palomagrill.com/home

Disclaimer: We were invited to Paloma Grill by members of Paloma's marketing and management teams, however, all opinions expressed herein are entirely our own.