Beyond the Plate with Carol

12/26/2025

Spontaneous trip to Boston yesterday and the food did not disappoint. Legal Sea Foods at the Seaport, THE BEST grilled cheese and soup ever at Cheese Louise (seriously, go find them), Darryl's crepes from The Frenchman's Crepes were incredible, and we finished with margaritas at Rosa Mexicano. The outdoor holiday market was the perfect bonus. This is what unplanned days should look like 🥰

12/24/2025

Trying to guess what Chef Chris Noble food im dreaming of... It's not easy! Foie gras? YUM.

12/24/2025

If you've ever sat at counter 7 or 8 at Manchester Diner, you know — you're right in front of the window and you're catching everything. 😂
Same goes for any open kitchen. Shelby Rossetti and I got into it on this one. Full episode is up now.

12/24/2025

There wasn't one big moment. Just a 14-year-old kid washing dishes at a place called The Santas — walking 2 miles down the railroad tracks to get there.

That's where Chef Chris Noble's story began. We talked about the early days, the lessons, and what he's building now at Figaro's.

12/23/2025

Today we ventured beyond the plate and right back to our own community as I presented a check to Pat Milly and the team at Bonfire Country Bar. I couldn't be more proud of our Red Arrow community for coming together to help support them.

Earlier this month, Bonfire... one of Manchester's beloved entertainment venues, was forced to close after a frozen pipe burst in a construction area above the restaurant, causing severe flooding, ruined inventory, and electrical and heating loss. This news was devastating for their staff just two weeks before Christmas.

On December 17th, all five Red Arrow Diner locations came together for a fundraiser day, donating 15% of our sales to help Bonfire's team during this devastating time. Our customers showed up, our staff showed heart, and together we raised funds to provide some relief.

This is the New Hampshire hospitality community I'm so proud to be part of. We look out for each other. We show up when it matters. And we never forget that behind every business are real people, real families, and real stories.

Thank you to everyone who made this possible. Bonfire, we're with you.❤️

12/23/2025

I had such a great time sitting down with Shelby Rossetti, the GM over at Evviva Trattoria in Bedford.
Thirty years in this business and she's seen it all—from starting at Ground Round (where she met her husband!), to managing Fridays locations across New England. She even ran a weighted blanket business for a few years (she sews—I loved that!), but the industry pulled her back and now she's running one of the best Italian spots around.

What I loved most? Shelby's all about creating a culture that "feels like home." You can hear it in how she talks about her team. And listen, if you haven't tried those Italian Street Fries yet, what are you waiting for?
This conversation reminded me why I love this industry—the people, the stories, the resilience.

🎧 Full episode is live now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to podcasts!
📍 Visit Evviva Trattoria: www.evvivatrattoria.com/bedford

12/23/2025

Christmas at Red Arrow Diner Concord!
Today we celebrated with a staff Christmas party. This team is so warm and welcoming that it was no surprise their regulars took up more than half the diner!
I'm so proud of the team we have in Concord. They've truly built long-lasting relationships and a real community at their location.

It was great to celebrate with you all!

Merry Christmas! ❤️🎄

12/22/2025

Tomorrow I'm sitting down with Shelby Rossetti, General Manager at Evviva Trattoria, Bedford. We're talking team, the food, and what it takes to run a modern Italian kitchen.

🎙️ Drops Tuesday → link in bio

12/21/2025

Open kitchen. Packed house. No room to hide. This Tuesday I'm sitting down with Shelby Rossetti, General Manager at Bedford.

12/21/2025

Jefferson Moreno Rivera shares the moment everything shifted — when he stepped into leadership at La Carreta South Willow and decided to bet on himself. This conversation is for anyone who's ever wondered what they're truly capable of.

Episode 27 is live now on YouTube, Facebook & Spotify.

12/16/2025

Episode 27 is LIVE! 🎉
Jefferson’s journey from dishwasher to leader at La Carreta South Willow is such an inspiring ride — and Krystal brings all the fun and behind‑the‑bar magic.
Click the link below to watch and enjoy this amazing conversation! 👇

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12/15/2025

EPISODE LIVE TOMORROW!!! 🎉 Episode 27 is one you cannot miss.
Jefferson's journey from dishwasher to leading the always‑buzzing La Carreta South Willow is SO inspiring — And Krystal brings her signature spark behind the bar that completes the whole vibe.
This one is pure joy!