Drawing: Caribbean tapas party at New World Catering
New World Catering Kitchen on Delaware Ave.
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New World Catering Kitchen in Albany is hosting a Pop Up Rhum and Caribbean Tapas tasting party January 22. We have a pair of tickets to the event and we're giving them away.
To enter the drawing, please answer this question in the comments:
If you could hop a plane tomorrow for any warm destination in the world, where it would it be? And why that destination?
Yeah, this is totally mid-winter fantasy. We'll pick one winner at random.
Blurbage on the tapas event at New World Catering:
We are featuring cocktails made with Rhum Clement for Martinique presented by Brendan Edwards. Ric Orlando is creating authentic tastes in grazing tapas format which will include real Conch, Calalloo with crab, oxtails, salt cod fritters and more!
The event is Thursday, January 22 from 6:30-9 pm. Tickets are $50 per person, and only 40 will be sold. Call (518) 465-3465 for tickets.
Important: All comments must be submitted by noon on Friday, January 16, 2015 to be entered in the drawing. You must answer the question to be part of the drawing. (Normal commenting guidelines apply.) One entry per person, please. You must enter a valid email address (that you check regularly) with your comment. The winner will be notified via email by 5 pm on Friday and must respond by noon on Monday, January 19.
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Svalbard. Because polar bears. Oh yeah, I guess the Aurora Borealis is nice too.
... said ethan on Jan 15, 2015 at 10:33 AM | link
Vieques Island, Puerto Rico because of the great memories and all the beaches.
... said Shawn on Jan 15, 2015 at 10:34 AM | link
The Amalfi Coast in Italy. Beautiful, amazing food, warmth, history.
... said Amy on Jan 15, 2015 at 10:38 AM | link
Tahiti. A beautiful island that is part of French Polynesia. Volcanic mountains, beaches, cultural diversity . . . sounds amazing. And warm.
... said Jordan B on Jan 15, 2015 at 10:40 AM | link
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica.
Off the grid completely but there is so much to do. Surf all morning and relax all afternoon. Amazing people and you're in the jungle on a gorgeous beach. Grandma's porkchop. I miss that the most.
... said AKM on Jan 15, 2015 at 10:42 AM | link
If I had to choose a warm location, I would choose Costa Rica and would love to travel with my friends for a beach vacation. BUT...I love winter, and actually have no desire to leave -- in fact, would prefer to choose to go north to Quebec to spend a weekend in the Ice Hotel!
... said Kim on Jan 15, 2015 at 10:46 AM | link
This is definitely my partner's fantasy more than mine, but swimming with pigs in the Bahamas does sound pretty cool.
... said AF on Jan 15, 2015 at 10:49 AM | link
Hawaii. I've never been, but I've heard it's amazing.
... said bb on Jan 15, 2015 at 10:51 AM | link
Santorini, Greece
Quiet, beatiful, with wonderful people, food and local wine. A variety of different beaches (black sand, white sand, red pebbles, etc.) and the greatest sunset.
And it's volcanic eruption might actually be the basis for the lost city of Atlantis!
... said Jay on Jan 15, 2015 at 10:53 AM | link
I would go visit my cousin in Hawaii. I love Hawaii, and I haven't seen my cousin in about 10 years.
... said Kristina on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:01 AM | link
I would love to visit Thailand. The country is filled with beautiful crystal clear beaches, white sand and stunning islands with gorgeous scenery. Most beaches are only accessible by boat, making it the perfect oasis from the winter chaos.
... said Nagma on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:02 AM | link
Fiji....well because duh. Year round warm temperatures, beaches, palm trees, coral reef.
... said KA on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:05 AM | link
Southern Italy, I'd love to experience the coast, and get to know some of the areas my family came from.
... said Vince on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:05 AM | link
Jamaica - Because of the weather, laid back atmosphere and to visit friends!
... said Olly on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:06 AM | link
Ireland! Not warm this time of year you say? I'd find the nearest pub with a fireplace and that would be my "warm destination".
... said Mike on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:11 AM | link
Barcelona: beach, español, culture, ... beach!
... said Tiffany on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:16 AM | link
Thailand. Beautiful beaches, great surfing, amazing food.
... said Mike on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:22 AM | link
Hawaii....Kauai, big island or Maui. All are beautiful, each in a different way, with wondrous beaches, hikes, views and food.
... said mg on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:23 AM | link
Jose Ignacio in Uruguay because of the beautiful beaches, beautiful people and fabulous restaurants.
... said JAR on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:23 AM | link
Victoria Falls. Because, Victoria Falls. And maybe a trek across the countryside.
... said Ed on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:29 AM | link
If I could hop on a plane right now, I'd head for Australia. I have a need to meet and befriend a koala.
... said N on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:30 AM | link
Melbourne! It's summer there and we can watch the Australian Open tennis!
... said DEN on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:33 AM | link
Boqueron, Puerto Rico. Wonderful beach, and of course - warm.
... said -R. on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:33 AM | link
El Salvador-- the food, culture, and gorgeous beaches. Need I say more?
... said Christine on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:36 AM | link
Ocho Rios, Jamaica -- had my best vacation by far there
... said mo on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:36 AM | link
Placencia, Belize. Several friends spent NYE there and looked like a blast.
... said Adam on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:37 AM | link
Fiji! Because it's exotic and remote. And because Jim Carey wants to go there in The Truman Show!!
... said KS on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:38 AM | link
Copenhagen. Why not go colder :)
... said Amanda on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:41 AM | link
Barcelona. Food, wine, siestas, gritty, beautiful.
... said Chris on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:41 AM | link
Hawaii-- because the high today is 80 degrees and sunny.
... said Kerry on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:46 AM | link
Sandals Resort at Saint Lucia to celebrate my wedding anniversary
... said Rich on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:47 AM | link
Bali, to one of those resorts with the huts on the water.
... said C. on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:48 AM | link
New Zealand, because Lord of the Rings and beer.
... said Tom on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:48 AM | link
Walt Disney World (Florida) because I am a fan of anything Disney and warm weather.
... said Michelle on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:49 AM | link
Mumbai because India is endlessly fascinating. Mumbai is one of those cities that is a huge pile of ancient, modern, exotic and mysterious.
... said LorreS on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:51 AM | link
Colorado!
... said Kelly on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:53 AM | link
Cuba, of course. I'd like to visit that 1950s time capsule before the Yankee dollar changes it.
... said chrisck on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:54 AM | link
Puerto Rico- I have never been there and have heard great things.
... said Sue on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:00 PM | link
New Zealand. Was watching cricket last night and the crowd shots of everyone with their Icees and cool drinks looked lovely.
... said Susan on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:01 PM | link
Palermo!
... said Jess on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:07 PM | link
Southern Italy...because I have always wanted to travel to Italy
... said Jbird on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:08 PM | link
Thailand. Bc Thai food and beaches!
... said James on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:09 PM | link
Anaheim, just to be able to visit family,and not so much for the weather!
... said adam on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:15 PM | link
I'd like to go to Samoa in the South Pacific. Beautiful, pristine, great people. Oh...and WARM!
... said Nomi on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:20 PM | link
Sydney! I have a good friend from Sydney and she's always begging me to visit. She was in NYC last week and I taught her how to ice skate, so I'd love to go visit her and learn some of their summer sports!
... said Caroline on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:21 PM | link
Australia! To visit good friends that my boyfriend and I have not seen since we flew to Paris in 2009. They've since moved to Australia and I'm not sure if we'll ever get there.
... said Raelee on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:28 PM | link
Bahamas!
... said Ben on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:30 PM | link
Barcelona - because I love Tapas!
... said Jenna on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:36 PM | link
New Zealand!
... said TrojanMorse on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:39 PM | link
A Beach Blast on the small island of Anuta, where subsistence fishing is still king, would greatly please me. Anuta embodies simple living at its finest.
... said Laurf on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:46 PM | link
Jamaica! Or maybe someplace in the Mediterranean since I haven't been there yet.
... said Melanie M. on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:47 PM | link
I'd visit my daughter in Malaga because it's warmer, has wonderful beaches, has beautiful ancient tile and mosaic infrastructure and the food and drink is fabulous.
... said Bob Gumson on Jan 15, 2015 at 12:52 PM | link
Taormina, Sicily, because once was not enough.
... said PW on Jan 15, 2015 at 1:00 PM | link
I would travel to Bora Bora because COCONUTS and bungalows over the water!
... said coconutyogurt on Jan 15, 2015 at 1:15 PM | link
Key West, it's fun to hang out with the freaks.
... said fuddley on Jan 15, 2015 at 1:23 PM | link
Belize -- we could snorkel forever!
... said Fisher on Jan 15, 2015 at 1:29 PM | link
Thailand and Cambodia - because one of my friends is there, and I am SUPER jealous of all her Instagram photos right now!!!
... said Jessica R on Jan 15, 2015 at 1:30 PM | link
Anguilla. I've wanted to go there since reading a book about it ten years ago.
... said jara on Jan 15, 2015 at 2:26 PM | link
Santorini. Grilled Octopus, white wine, outdoor dining and beautiful beaches.
... said vwbugman on Jan 15, 2015 at 2:29 PM | link
I have always wanted to visit Australia & New Zealand... because... who hasn't?!
... said Paul on Jan 15, 2015 at 2:34 PM | link
Seychelles.... it just looks like the most beautiful place on the planet!
... said Alicia on Jan 15, 2015 at 2:55 PM | link
I just got back from Tanzania, it was awesome! But if I got to go somewhere else, I'd probably take a trip to Nicaragua. It's one of my favorite places to visit.
... said Katie on Jan 15, 2015 at 3:05 PM | link
Hawaii. Hands down. I've been to the Big Island, Maui, and Oahu. It's time to go back for Kuai. It's my idea of paradise. There's nothing like Maui's Road to Hana and the Seven Sacred Pools!
... said Alisa Costa on Jan 15, 2015 at 3:19 PM | link
Portugal -- slowwww living, beauty, cousins!
... said nan on Jan 15, 2015 at 3:22 PM | link
I once saw a photograph of this hotel in the Maldives, and it has really stayed in my mind for years! http://www.tajhotels.com/luxury/exotica-resort-and-spa/taj-exotica-resort-and-spa-maldives/overview.html
... said Rohan on Jan 15, 2015 at 3:31 PM | link
South of France or Greece. I dream of going to these places every time I watch Anthony Bourdain's shows.
... said Sarah on Jan 15, 2015 at 3:42 PM | link
Hawaii!! To relive my honeymoon!!
... said Ron on Jan 15, 2015 at 3:42 PM | link
Oooh this is my favorite type of question, and I daydream about it all the time. I would take a trip to Thailand to visit my brother who lives there, enjoy the amazing street food, and ride an elephant before I go to the beach. One day!
... said julie on Jan 15, 2015 at 4:42 PM | link
Martinique. I've wanted to go since high school french class.
... said JennS on Jan 15, 2015 at 4:52 PM | link
I would go to Thailand! Phuket or Phi Phi Island, though, not Bangkok. It's so cheap and the food is incredible...and gosh, what a stunning place!
... said Gabby on Jan 15, 2015 at 5:02 PM | link
New Zealand/Australia, where I hear it's been quite warm lately. Beer, LotR, warmth; what's not to love?
... said NYOrienteer on Jan 15, 2015 at 5:20 PM | link
Hawaii, because I've never been and would love to enjoy the weather, scenery, culture, food (poke!) and just relax!
... said Vicky on Jan 15, 2015 at 5:21 PM | link
Mykonos!
... said Newland on Jan 15, 2015 at 5:29 PM | link
Cuba, for la musica.
... said C on Jan 15, 2015 at 5:35 PM | link
for now gonna hop a plane to Miami Beach!
... said Glenna on Jan 15, 2015 at 5:41 PM | link
Jamaica mon!
... said vanessa on Jan 15, 2015 at 5:42 PM | link
My sister and I were just talking about St. Pete Beach, FL today. What I wouldn't give to be on the beach right now. It's not the most exotic location, but we went there every year for family vacation, so it holds a lot of memories.
... said Katie on Jan 15, 2015 at 5:55 PM | link
St Lucia because of the topography.
... said Albert gnidica on Jan 15, 2015 at 6:06 PM | link
Gulf of Mexico. Some place where I could have my own beach hamock
... said Dave on Jan 15, 2015 at 6:46 PM | link
ARUBA! Why? It is "One Happy Island".19 fabulous beaches all around the island, and on the "wild side" accessible by jeep or a tour...Conchi,(Natural Pool). It is like swimming in warm champagne.
... said Christine on Jan 15, 2015 at 6:56 PM | link
Nothing too exciting. Just Florida to visit my parents.
... said Slacker on Jan 15, 2015 at 7:29 PM | link
I lived in the Philippines for three years in the 70s. It changed my life, made me more international, opened my eyes to the larger world. I have never been back. I would go to Baguio on the main island of Luzon.
... said Kathy on Jan 15, 2015 at 8:01 PM | link
I would go to Havana, so I could see where many of my favorite movies were filmed before it all changes...
... said Beth on Jan 15, 2015 at 8:07 PM | link
Any Italian island - they all look so magical.
... said Eleanor on Jan 15, 2015 at 8:30 PM | link
St. Thomas
... said Steve on Jan 15, 2015 at 9:14 PM | link
Right back to guyana
... said robert v on Jan 15, 2015 at 9:37 PM | link
Hmm. I'm not much of a beach vacation person, but I have never been to Hawaii.
... said Megan M on Jan 15, 2015 at 9:49 PM | link
Cuba
... said Theresa on Jan 15, 2015 at 10:00 PM | link
I would go to Vancouver again. I was just there, and the temperature was in the 40s. It was heavenly in comparison to what Albany was experiencing.
... said E. on Jan 15, 2015 at 10:43 PM | link
Florida because despite the helicopter sized mosquitoes I love the Everglades and want very much to go back
... said DebC on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:00 PM | link
Pitcairn because nobody knows where the hell Pitcairn is
... said Jeff Dillenbeck on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:05 PM | link
The Dominican Republic, because that's where mi corazón is!
... said Yanet on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:25 PM | link
Just got back from Puerto Rico - would love to go back there and stay until April on the beach in the warm warm sun! People are so friendly and nice!
... said Mari on Jan 15, 2015 at 11:26 PM | link
london! Went this summer and want to go back!
... said Nicole k on Jan 16, 2015 at 7:09 AM | link
Guadaloupe to swim with sea turtles and my daughter who is teaching there!
... said Joe on Jan 16, 2015 at 7:14 AM | link
Rio de Janeiro... Music, dancing, food and of course, bikinis.
... said Maria Gandara on Jan 16, 2015 at 8:23 AM | link
Mexico. So cheap.
... said Jeremy on Jan 16, 2015 at 8:31 AM | link
Puerto Rico - it's so close that you're in paradise in no time, it's a beautiful 79-85 degrees this time of year, and the sand is so fine and soft (definitely not coarse Cape Cod sand!). It is a perfect getaway.
... said capgirl on Jan 16, 2015 at 8:31 AM | link
Easter Island for the ruins, national parks, beaches, and long days of sunlight! Missing the daylight up here.
... said julie on Jan 16, 2015 at 8:39 AM | link
I would definitely go to Australia. I've never been and I've always wanted to go. I would love to check out the Australia zoo, go to their beaches, drink with the locals. Just got to watch out for all the deadly animals and insects!
... said Tara on Jan 16, 2015 at 8:47 AM | link
I would go to Italy for the food of course!
... said Becky on Jan 16, 2015 at 9:05 AM | link
Bali. Case closed.
... said Jian on Jan 16, 2015 at 9:21 AM | link
It's carnival time in New Orleans, LA. Do you know what it means to miss New Orleans? I do.
... said LittleLizaJane on Jan 16, 2015 at 9:41 AM | link
Turks and Caicos?
... said Spencer on Jan 16, 2015 at 9:42 AM | link
Tucson, Arizona...to see my mom and get some great southwestern food....not the warmest time to go...but it's a heck of a lot warmer than here!!!
... said llcwine on Jan 16, 2015 at 10:11 AM | link
Thailand because one of my best friends lives there half of the year and has always been trying to get me to go.
... said Matt on Jan 16, 2015 at 10:22 AM | link
Hawaii, it's been on my bucket list forever.......and because shaved ice!
... said Mel on Jan 16, 2015 at 10:26 AM | link
Seville, Spain! The museums are wonderful, the food is excellent, and who doesn't love an afternoon nap?
... said Jennifer on Jan 16, 2015 at 10:37 AM | link
St. Maartin, best weather, best water and best cocktails!
... said MDAlbany on Jan 16, 2015 at 11:36 AM | link
Texas, where the whisky's always pourin' and the boots are always two steppin'
... said George J on Jan 16, 2015 at 5:37 PM | link