radish recs: nyc

June 24, 2015 Miranda Hammer

As a born and bred New Yorker, I can confidently say that I have a strong understanding of the dining scene in New York City. I have acquired a balanced palate that can appreciate both fine dining establishments as well as rustic and simple cafes and dives that pepper the boroughs. This is an evolving list that will continue to expand exponentially as I continue my ever-growing appreciation of the New York City restaurant scene. Not everything listed is super “crunchy” and healthy; as I do enjoy dining out, even if it does not have health and wellness in mind.

Crunchy Q's

March 30, 2015 Miranda Hammer

Hey there vegheads! I get so many amazing questions on instagram and unfortunately I am not able to answer them all. To best help you, I am creating a monthly installment on Crunchy Radish where I will provide a Q and A. Feel free to write your questions in the comments below and I will do my best to answer them!

The Radish

This is What My Weekend Tasted Like- I Love New York

November 10, 2014 Miranda Hammer

Just when it looked like we were headed for a frosty weekend, it turned out to be a few picture perfect fall days. I frolicked about in my hood with my four legged friend, took in some culture at the Met, was inspired and enlightened at a workshop, and checked out a new food hall in the Meatpacking district. This is what my weekend tasted like.

This Is What My Weekend Tasted Like- So Scary

November 3, 2014 Miranda Hammer

Despite the strong urge to hibernate this weekend due to the wet and frigid weather, I rallied and spent the weekend bundled up and belly full, this is what my weekend tasted like.

this is what my weekend tasted like- autumn edit

October 27, 2014 Miranda Hammer

This past weekend was filled with fall foliage filled frolics, epics meals, and the best of company. This is what my weekend tasted like.

This is What My Weekend Tasted Like: Silent City Slicker Edition

August 26, 2014 Miranda Hammer

There is something to be said for the tranquility that cloaks the city during the last month of summer. Some may feel like “the leftovers”- left behind while the “others” leave in droves, a mass exodus to the various summer retreats. I typically find solace and comfort in the quiet and serenity of it all. It’s the feeling that somehow you are in on a little secret - that the city, which at times succumbs to lunacy and haste, has a softer and more mellow side. It is during the fleeting month that I find myself sauntering into a typically packed and popular restaurant at 8 p.m. on a Saturday night or get lost among the townhouses of the West Village without the droves of tourists trailing at my heels.

This is What My Weekend Tasted Like: The North Fork and Sag Harbor

August 18, 2014 Miranda Hammer

This past weekend was spent celebrating my Lil’ G's 91st birthday. We opted for the North Fork for our revelries - the perfect combination of liquid libations, tranquility, and fabulous local eats.

radish recs: maine *with a baby

We spent the last unofficial week of summer in Maine. We have visited a few times before but, this was our first trip with Jack in tow. Maine is one of my favorite places to visit because it emanates quintessential New England charm with its beautiful coastlines, fabulous seafood, and welcoming communities.

radish recs: golden door spa and resort

This has been a busy summer for me filled with some amazing travel, fun work opportunities, and prepping for the incoming addition of #babyradish. I also had the incredible opportunity to attend the cooking school at the Golden Door Spa and Resort outside Escondido, California in early August for some personal development paired with some R and R. The few days that I spent at the Golden Door allowed me some major relaxation partnered with my favorite past time - cooking!

The Golden Door experience is completely tailored to each guest's needs, from dietary requests, spa treatments, and workouts - everyone's visit is 100% unique. The primary purpose of my stay was to improve upon my culinary skills and to learn new techniques around building flavor and texture using vegetable-forward ingredients without sacrificing the nutritional quality of the food. Although the main incentive of my visit was for the cooking school, that didn't mean that I couldn't indulge in all of the glory that the Golden Door has to offer.

radish recs: blackberry farm

Blackberry Farm located in Walland, TN, 45 minutes from Knoxville, is a food lovers vacation. It embodies the dream combination of luxury amenities, local and exceptional food, and a Southern experience built around agriculture and activities set against the Great Smoky Mountains.

Radish Recs: Nantucket

Nantucket will forever be our special place, as I know it is for many people. When I first visited sixteen years ago, I was immediately awe struck by the magic and pure unadulterated beauty of the island. The unforgiving “New Englandness” of it all and its upscale Americanism that truly rain supreme. Our transcendent tour guides, Emily and Jack, were present throughout our brief little trip, and we are forever grateful to them for guiding us in the most perfect directions. We spent a little under three days on the Island but, as always, it was well fueled by fantastic and memorable eats. Here are my Radish Recs: Nantucket

radish recs: chicago

In celebration of my little g's 92nd birthday, my family and I descended upon Chicago. We had little more than 48 hours. Our mission: To eat the best we could and to see as many sites as possible. Mission status: Accomplished.

Miranda Hammer,

MS, RD, CDN