Fatty 'Cue in Brooklyn: the best barbecue in NYC?
Chef Zakary Pelaccio of Fatty Crab fame opened a barbecue joint, Fatty Cue, in Williamsburg earlier this year, to almost cultish adoration. For Manhattanites, the only question is: is it worth the trip across the river?
[Read More]Posted at 08:00AM Jul 30, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
Summer Place at Bonni Benrubi Gallery in New York
Highlighted by several new Poolscapes by the excellent Karine Laval, the Summer Place group photography show at Bonni Benrubi Gallery in New York is perfect for the season: light, refreshing and fun.
[Read More]Posted at 03:44PM Jul 28, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
Cake Ball Truffles at Momofuku Milk Bar NYC
Momofuku Milk Bar NYC, one of our favorite bakeries in town, delivers one of our favorites new sweet treats: cake ball truffles - insane cakey goodness, packed into little two-bite balls.
[Read More]Posted at 12:43PM Jul 26, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
The Green Table NYC
Yes, you can have a peaceful, sit-down meal at the always wonderful, always bustling Chelsea Market. The
Green Table NYC, located about half-way through the Chelsea Market, is one of these spots.
Posted at 09:00AM Jul 23, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
Nanoosh NYC
Nanoosh NYC now has four beautifully-designed, casual, and inexpensive organic Mediterranean-food restaurants around town, very hummus-centric and, unfortunately, very much in need of a flavor infusion.
[Read More]Posted at 09:57AM Jul 15, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
5 & Diamond Restaurant NYC
Chef Ryan Skeen's newest creation, 5 & Diamond Restaurant--which he may have already left!--is on the southwest fringe of Harlem, and totally worth the trip.
[Read More]Posted at 09:00AM Jul 12, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
The Best Chocolate Cake In the World
The new bakery and cafe on Spring Street in New York City, The Best Chocolate Cake In the World, isn't even close.
Posted at 04:45PM Jul 07, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[1]
Crif Dogs vs. Bark Hot Dogs, for the title of best hot dogs in NYC
There are a LOT of hot dogs out there, most of them, frankly, pretty terrible. But as high summer and the Fourth of July approaches, we got to thinking: who's making the best hot dog in New York City right now?
[Read More]Posted at 06:01PM Jun 30, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[1]
SPiN NYC Table Tennis and Social Club
State-of-the-art equipment and lively, casual atmosphere make SPiN NYC the most inviting ping pong hall we've ever seen, and an excellent option for summertime fun.
[Read More]Posted at 03:46PM Jun 28, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
Five Napkin Burger on the Upper West Side
Five Napkin Burger's brand of family-friendly comfort food is a big hit in the neighborhood... but does the food warrant such popularity?
[Read More]Posted at 01:00PM Jun 23, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
Bee Desserts and Cafe NYC
A lovely backyard garden and a signature sweet treat make the newish Bee Dessert and Cafe an excellent West Village option.
[Read More]Posted at 08:00AM Jun 19, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
Momoya Sushi NYC on Amsterdam Avenue
Momoya Sushi NYC, the solid Upper West Side neighborhood sushi spot continues to deliver on all fronts: price, freshness, design, tastiness.
[Read More]Posted at 11:46AM Jun 09, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
Torrisi Italian Specialties NYC
One of the best new Italian places in town opened up about six months ago in, of all places, Little Italy. But is Torrisi Italian Specialties NYC really as good as everyone's saying?
[Read More]Posted at 03:56PM Jun 02, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
Popbar NYC: A New Frozen Treats Shop
Add Popbar NYC, right in the heart of the West Village, to your list of frozen sweet treats spots.
[Read More]Posted at 12:09PM May 25, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]
Kenmare NYC: Chef Joey Campanaro's "New" Restaurant
Chef Joey Campanaro of The Little Owl adulation has a new, much clubbier NYC restaurant near Nolita, the packing-them-in Kenmare NYC. We snagged a table twice last week, and enjoyed everything that came out of the kitchen.
[Read More]Posted at 01:55PM May 21, 2010 by Scott in Dining | Comments[0]