Food Finds

Feast, NYC — Almond Croissant - March 29, 2013

Flipping through a magazine, I saw mention of a decadent almond pastry at Feast, a new (as of March) restaurant on Third Avenue. I had to try it! Se


Tea at the Pierre, New York City - February 19, 2013

In the grand, classically elegant manner of the Downton Abbey era, you now can enjoy a fun afternoon of high tea in the Two E Bar/Lounge at the Pier…


Ferrara Bakery & Cafe, Little Italy, New York - December 9, 2012

What do New Yorkers do when they finish a meal? They go out for dessert — especially when in Little Italy if Ferrara, serving since 1892, is a few…


Tacombi at Fonda Nolita - October 23, 2012

My friend suggested we get a bite at Tacombi at Fonda Nolita, an authentic taqueria …set up in the middle of a concrete garage with lights strung as


Frank’s Trattoria - February 16, 2012

Until recently, I’d only experienced Frank’s as take-out when staying at a friend’s home in the area. This time instead of


12 Best Corkbuzz Bargains from Sommelier Laura Maniec - December 29, 2011

Laura Maniec realized her dream with the opening of Corkbuzz – her restaurant, wine bar and educational center. Actually this 32-year-


Amber Restaurant + Tiger Beer - December 18, 2011

“Would you and a guest like to have dinner on us?” came the invite.
That offer was not for a restaurant specifically, but instead to


Artisanal Cocktails at Michael’s - December 15, 2011

Michael’s New York, a restaurant popular with the power set, announced its “Mixology Wednesdays” program by inviting editors and blog…


Calvisius Caviar Lounge - December 13, 2011

There are some invitations that I just can’t pass up. And one to a caviar tasting at the Calvisius Caviar Lounge in the Four Season Hotel is


Num Pang Sandwich Shop - December 12, 2011

If you’re on a first date, skip a trip to Num Pang Sandwich Shop as these wonderfully delicious Cambodian-flavored sandwiches are messy


Xocolatti Opened in Soho - September 19, 2011

Xocolatti (choco-latti) — a shop for chocolate lovers — opened recently in Soho, New York (172 Prince Street). The name is a creative twist


Express Mana Kitchen - May 21, 2011

Who isn’t looking for fresh, tasty and inexpensive meals in Manhattan! I discovered Express Manna Kitchen on 18th street between Park a…


MicroMicrowave - March 21, 2011

Is your tailgate short some modern cooking flare? Don’t have a portable sous-vide kit? Well, at least now you can bring your microwave wi…


A Buffet at The Peninsula Hotel - February 3, 2011

I recently had the most delicious black cod with veggies. Oddly it wasn’t at a Manhattan restaurant , but at a buffet at an event at the Peni…


FoodParc, A Modern Food Court - December 10, 2010

FoodParc, a large modern indoor/outdoor food court, debuted at Eventi Hotel in September. This 20,000-square-foot venue consists of five fo…

Gourmet Slushes - October 8, 2010

I love food trucks. Well, truth is I really just miss food trucks. My college experience was in West Philadelphia. No, this isn’t the star…


Tastings at Murray’s Grand Central Terminal - September 20, 2010

Celebrate fall this September with delicious tastings and special offerings from Grand Central Terminal’s Murray’s Cheese. T…

Adrienne’s PizzaBar - September 1, 2010

Right in the heart of the financial district of New York is an old cobblestone alley (Stone Street) with an ambiance of the city centuries ago.
On …

Organic Vodka, Healthy Hangover? - August 25, 2010

Kanon Organic Vodka is apparently where ‘vodka’ is headed in the U.S. Get ready for organic spirits people! This is going to be the…


Spice, A NYC Bargain - July 19, 2010

I met a friend for a quick lunch at Spice — a Thai restaurant — just off Union Square. What a bargain! Their lunch menu offers a selection of app


Tahini for Falafel, Cheap Eats in NYC - June 26, 2010

Tahini (also known as Edna’s Falafel Shop) serves up freshly made versions of that Middle Eastern dish of spiced mashed chickpeas that a…

China Grill‎, for Pre-Theatre “Come Fly Away” - June 3, 2010

Unfortunately, it was after ordering that I learned that the portions at China Grill are large enough for more than two — something our waitre…

Bar Centrale, A NYC Hidden Treasure - May 28, 2010

You’ll need to know the location of Bar Centrale next door to Joe Allen’s, a neighborhood theatre-area hangout to find it…but o…

Little Poland Chicken Soup – A NYC Bargain - April 25, 2010

A bowl of flavorful and hearty Chicken Noodle Soup ($4.25) at Little Poland int eh East Village fills your tummy without emptying your wallet. A


Il Cantuccio, Italian Bakery Opening Today - April 24, 2010

A new Italian bakery — Il Cantuccio 91 Christopher Street (at Bleecker Street) —  opens its doors in the heart of the Greenwich Village tod…

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