The Food Porn Party which took place on Friday, October 23rd might be one of the most lurid, saucy film events this side of the George Washington Bridge. Food porn is not to be confused with adult porn like that which is often watched on websites like www.m-porn.xxx, if you go to one of these events expecting that type of porn then you’ll be rather disappointed although well fed. Alternatively, if you find yourself on sexfreehd xxx, you’ll be well entertained, but a little hungry. Choices, choices. After my night of tender stories about meat I had no idea that warm gooey tales of food and family would transition into a brash, cheeky, sassy night to remember. Did I mention there was a live burlesque show and a full service ramen station at the after party? I’d not be shocked if I heard there was something like a KBH København Massage og Escort going on behind the scenes to be honest. Back to the food, though.
Cocolo Ramen. All the way from Berlin where the Japanese noodle soup delights many a foreign palate.
The ramen was in such high demand that you had to present a ticket to get your sample and wait until your number was called. I felt like I was in the fourth grade all over again waiting for my opportunity to visit the “treasure chest” and get a treasure troll eraser topper for good grades. Once our numbers were called, it was worth the wait Perfectly prepared and all the way from Berlin, the noodle soup artisans of Cocolo Ramen will definitely get five Ja Wohl’s from this girl!
Festival goers hoot it up with the food burlesque gals.
Food burlesque in action! Half naked hamburger birthing hamburger babies. Four words: a star is born.
I couldn’t say no to this limited edition Lovecraft Narrangansett. Adore the decor and the taste.
Each night, their open bar serves up different beer and wine. In the spirit of Halloween being right around the corner I simply had to carry this Lovecraft inspired Narrangansett with me. I geeked out a little in a way only a closet sci fi nerd could. OK, let’s be honest, I hide no emotions about the amount of fantasy I read.
Straight from the fried ice cream station. I’ll admit it, I’m a vanilla kind of girl, but not without delectable coating of oreo deep fried to perfection.
Ricotta Lemon Ravioli with Pesto by Night Kitchen
Night Kitchen Catering
25 Eastern Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11238
http://www.nightkitchencatering.com
This. Ravioli. Is. Amazing. With a light hint of lemon and pesto it makes the perfect bite. Created with a very exciting roller that cuts the perfect square into your fresh pasta by Repast, making tools to make your cooking easier. Roller’s were in the after party where guests could get an up close look at it’s sleek wooden utility.
Cocolo’s Handmade Gyoza by Chef Yosuke Sumida. Another import from Berlin, this gyoza was sehr gut!
Pasta with Ratatouille by Night Kitchen. I was finally able to witness an in life demonstration of how to make this iconic dish and not an animated one…..although, I do love a good cartoon rat cooking.
Chocolate and Onion Tart by Dirt Candy
Dirt Candy
86 Allen Street, New York, NY 10002
http://www.dirtcandynyc.com
I was lucky enough to sit next to some of the spirited chef’s from Dirt Candy before the films began. Not only did I adore their spirit and excitement about their food but the thesis of the restaurant is fantastically inspired. Finding new and innovative ways to make people eat their vegetables, Dirt Candy explores vegetarian and vegan dishes in a new light. Utilizing every part of the the vegetable down to the carrot pulp, these innovative restauranteurs are really onto something and their chocolate onion tart was a perfect example of how they are ready to rock the veggie industry and throw it a curveball. The delicious rich chocolate chart was topped with what tasted like grains of salt but was really caramelized onion specks. It blew my mind! If you’re downtown in the city check them out, but definitely make reservations first….it sounds like this eatery is in high demand.
Mixed Berry Tart by Four & Twenty Blackbirds
Four & Twenty Blackbirds
439 3rd Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215
http://www.birdsblack.com
This bite of their mixed berry tart was a fluffy infusion of pastry and berry. Similar to a rugela, it’s the perfect nosh over coffee or gift for a party.
The Food Porn Party is not complete without a visit from their resident douchebag “Food Porn Star, Larry Caldwell”. He released three hilarious short films conducting a wine like tasting for what some would call…..the champagne of trailer parks. One of my favorite adventures was his erudite analysis of Miami Vice: Coco Nuts. Where do I find this drink? However, fun fact, when googled it is simply described as Malt Liquor. Thank you Food Porn Star, Larry Caldwell….you have truly educated a foodie at a festival.
After two nights of decadent food and film, this Girl on Food is exhausted but wouldn’t trade the experience for five tickets to The Food & Wine Festival (OK, I would be conflicted if it was a Bobby Flay event) but in all seriousness, it is evident that festival creator George Motz loves food and film and has done an amazing job of paying homage to them both. My strainer goes off to you sir!
