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St Martin- Restaurant Itinerary help please!!
The other nice bakery is a few shops down from Serafina in Marigot is Le Sucrier. Smaller than the larger Serafina and I think a bit better.
If you want to go to a restaurant that's more "local" try le Poulet - it is near Orleans and is a bit of a trip at night. I totally agree about Le ti Bouchon and also recommend So e Luna in Mt Vernon (near Grand Case) beautiful and romantic and if you want to eat a later lunch with no need to later eat dinner go to Bacchus. Amazing french food!!!!
If you are staying in TB we like Plum beach (baie aux prunes) - no concessions, bring a towel or your own chairs and just enjoy the silence.
St. Martin: Marie Antoinette does Lunch at "Bacchus"
Sounds yummy! Looking forward to your report. Yes, Ti Bouchon's cooking has elevated itself since last year
St. Martin: Marie Antoinette does Lunch at "Bacchus"
Oh, I see the name of the pizza place now. I will try it next time I am there. Is it open at night?
St. Martin: Marie Antoinette does Lunch at "Bacchus"
Actually, the lunch was about $178 (with a tip)- not bad! Where is this pizza place in Cul de Sac?
Kosher in St Maarin, St Thomas, San Juan, Tortola or Antigua?
Good luck and enjoy your trip!
Kosher in St Maarin, St Thomas, San Juan, Tortola or Antigua?
There is now a Chabad on St. Maarten and for assistance on Kosher food you can contact: Kosher@jewishsxm.com and info@jewishsxm.com and check out: www.jewishsxm.com
I hope this helps. I am sure they will know the veggie options as well. I only know of Top Carrot in Simpson Bay but I assume you want something better than a juice bar. Hope this helps.
St. Martin: Marie Antoinette does Lunch at "Bacchus"
Hello
I like Estimanet (creative) and Bistro Carib (classic and reliably French and comforting) in Grande Case. I really enjoy Ti Bouchon in Cul de Sac run by the eccentric but fun and dedicated to his cuisine "Mo Mo", Le Sucrier bakeries in Cole Bay and Marigot and Hilma's Windsor Castle in Simpson Bay (it is a trailer) for Johnny cakes and codfish cakes. I also enjoy Palm Beach (one of the beaches that's on Orient) where if you buy lunch, the chairs and umbrellas are "free." The food is quite good and the beach area a bit less crowded than the rest of Orient. I wanted to, but did not get to the Karakter Beach Bar in Simpson Bay- go towards Mary Boon's. I hear good things about it for lunch and also heard Sol e Lune in Cul de Sac is very good too (dinner). Here is something Marie and I really love: Dutch yogurt. It is fabulous. Buy and try any and all Dutch yogurt - it is a revelation. You can find these in the Grand Marche on the Dutch side near Port de Plasaince so not too far outside of Marigot. But I will be honest: I go to SXM all the time but I NEED to find some new places! That was why I was so excited by Bacchus. Let me know if you find anything new. I am glad you enjoyed my little story about Bacchus- it really was fabulous! Will you be returning to Bacchus on this trip? Enjoy!
St. Martin: Marie Antoinette does Lunch at "Bacchus"
Here is my review of Bacchus in St. Martin (in Hope Estate outside of Grand Case- it is only open for lunch)
Marie Antoinette does Lunch
Here, Oh Best Beloved is the story of how Marie Antoinette, her head still securely fastened to her neck, had lunch today. Her place of choice: Bacchus, a fabulous restaurant, cum wine cave, cum provisioner of delicacies, delightful to both the mouth and eye. At 1:00 sharp, dressed in her finest white shorts, pretty yellow (fairly revealing) yellow cotton tunic shirt, hair up (but still curling charmingly around her face) and decked out in some tasteful jewelry, she sauntered into Bacchus with her regal Mami in tow. They were respectfully ushered to a table where they were immediately served a special, complimentary elixir comprised of champagne, a dash of jerez and a basil infusion. Yummy! I mean, delightful. Menus proffered, they perused the offerings with great enthusiasm and anticipation. Should Marie choose the scallops seared to perfection and topped with fois gras? No, she worried, they might not be dry packed scallops and that would offend her fussy palate. Should she select the filet mignon with morels imported from Paris? No, her Mami opted for that and besides she thought it best to stay away from mother cow- at least for the day. How about the house made raviolis stuffed with fois gras topped with shaved truffles, also directly imported from France. “No,” she said, wrinkling her nose, “I just had lobster pasta last night and how much pasta can I eat?” Instead, she settled on sharing an assiette of antipasti (escargot, blini with caviar, white asparagus, fresh anchovies, olives, iberico ham with melon and all manner of delicacies) followed by pig’s trotter stuffed with fois gras (the bones conveniently removed) served on a bed of wild mushrooms with beautiful pillows of potatoes that strangely resembled tater tots but whose taste bore no resemblance to an item Marie would never permit pass her lips. The Mami’s meal was accompanied by a glass of rose champagne, but Marie opted for a glass of excellent Bordeaux. The meal was so stupendous that Marie ate it all. When the waiter, after inquiring solicitously if all had met their expectations (“Oh yes,” they cried in unison) had cleared away their plates, he quickly returned with a tray of pastries. Now up until that point Marie had convinced herself she could not eat another bite, but at the sight of those delectable morsels she quickly changed her mind. Her eyes lit upon a charmingly presented raspberry mousse confection. “An excellent choice, your Majesty,” assured the waiter. “Two spoons,” if you don’t mind, I will share this with my Mami.” “Your wish is my command,” intoned the waiter, “coffee after?” “Why, of course,” agreed Marie, “How else to end such a sumptuous meal?” With that the waiter respectfully left the two ladies to twiddle their thumbs for no more than a few minutes and returned with the dessert and even an extra confection, on the house! After blissfully devouring what Marie’s Mami declared to be one of the yummiest desserts ever, coffee was served and the meal was complete by 3:12 in the afternoon: a mere 2 hours and 12 minutes from when they sat down. The check was placed on the table, a credit card swiftly whipped out of Marie’s bag and accepted and the bill was settled. I won’t tell you Oh Best Beloved, how much this cost because you might choke. But what I can reveal is the answer to the mystery that has haunted historians for hundred of years. When Marie Antoinette was brought to the scaffold, her head placed on the block waiting for the guillotine to fall, a small smile crossed her face and it seemed to the crowd that she licked her lips. And here, Oh My Best Beloved, is what she was thinking: she was remembering that meal at Bacchus!
Heading to St Martin!! What's new there
We love Le Ti Bouchon in Cul de Sac. We had a filet with fois- excellent and great desserts Very reasonable by SXM standards and he gives the same price whether you pay in Euro or dollars. The owner of this little gem is "Mou Mou" who is French been on the island for decades, loves his customer and is a bit of a character. We have been four times in the past 2 years and each time like it more. It is small, you sit outside on a veranda and is lovely.
Colonie, Friday evening?
If you like small plates that are small but substantial and reasonably priced try Traif in Williamsburg- it is fabulous
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Traif
229 S 4th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Has anyone been to Le ti Bouchon in St Martin?
has anyone been to Le Ti Bouchon in St Martin? Is it good? I am looking for some different places to go outside Grand Case. Ant suggestions???
Is meat losing its allure?
Yes, the "advent" (apt word choice as you will see) of breakfast cereal was connected to the Seventh Day Adventist Church which advocated (and still does) preparing for the second coming of Christ through getting the mind, body and soul ready - whole grains were seen as healthy hence the invention of corn flakes (Dr. Kellogg a SDA) and graham crackers( Dr. Graham also a SDA). And yes, I agree trends are cyclical. I personally like everything so I don't think I eat to much of anything. Whenever anyone "gets religion" (as in the case of Bittman) they want everyone else to convert as well.
Bon Appetit & Paltrow
I guess Mario was frustrated with being sidelined by FN in favor of Flay and Ray and decided he needed a little bit of glitz by his side too. I did not renew my BA or F&W and am now going to try Saveur and see how I like it.
Le Bernardin or Toxqueville this weekend?
I have been to both on a number of occasions and to both recently. The food is excellent at these two establishments. . So it does depend on what you are in the mood for. LB is very Midtown and has a clubby more corporate feel. I have always found the service excellent and not at all unfriendly. In fact, the last time I was there the waiter overheard my spouse mentioning my birthday and he brought me an extra dessert with "happy birthday" on the plate. Very sweet. The food is fabulous. Bit of course you must be in the mood for fish- you can get a few non-fish entrees but honestly there is no point if you do not want fish and it is exquisite. On the hand, Toqueville is a lovely much softer and romantic setting. The food, IMO is just as good but not focused on one specific protein the way LB is. Service at Toque is excellent too. So, it is just a matter of what you are in the mood for as far as setting and food. You can't go wrong with either. Happy eating!
Bon Appetit & Paltrow
I loved Gourmet but they (its a COnde Nast pub, correct?) but they decided to go for utter mediocrity even though the Gourmet audience was actually a very loyal one- they switched me (without asking of course) to Bon App but I didn't renew. It wasn't even good bathroom reading!
Bon Appetit & Paltrow
I think that the fact that so many of us are not interested in celebrity says something about the people in charge of the media and so many other aspects of our society - they ignore the substance over empty style market and I be we are really a huge market. The reason? They all have kids they want to edge in. I live in NYC and these people and their children are everywhere!! Indeed, Paltrow is a product of the "lucky" parent segment. Of course, there are the genuine "newbies" but those are a smaller and smaller part of any field. Look at politicians, the media industry, and even better the Ivy League schools where fully 25-33% of the admittances are "legacy." As the parent of a young adult it is sad. So, when I choose to spend my money on a cooking magazine I will not support "legacy" any more. As Flourgirl rightly points out she has nothing to add- indeed, I bet many of us here have more to add to such a publication than Paltrow.
Authentic Colombian food?
The guava pastry is probably bocadillo don queso- yes, do post pics
Bon Appetit & Paltrow
Aren't we all tired of living in a country where (seemingly) only celebrity sells? So few opportunities for people these days (particularly young people). If you are not connected it has become so hard to get your foot in any door and now even food is sliding into this trap. First it was Debi Mazar who was suddenly a food "expert" and now Paltrow. And while I have nothing against these people personally (I don't know or even want to know them) I am tiring of seeing that only the connected are the "experts."
Authentic Colombian food?
yes, that sounds like pico de gallp- after Memorial Weekend I am going to try to get to Queens to try your recommendation. Thanks for the tip
NYC Hound Coming Back to Chicago at the end of June
Yes, the Art Institute of Chicago- we loved it and all of Chicago and can't wait to return to your lovely City which has so much to offer not only food-wise but culturally as well.
most interesting places to eat in Brooklyn
I second Traif and would also add in One or Eight for Japanese. The River Cafe may be one of the most romantic restaurants in the area but very, very pricy and I must say while I like the food I don't find it very interesting
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1 or 8
66 S 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Traif
229 S 4th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Authentic Colombian food?
It is actually "pandebono" literally "good bread" - sorry to be obnoxious- I will try La Gata Golosa but I must say that as good as the hot sauce might be that would be nod to other south of the boarder tastes or even evolving American tastes that expect hot sauce whenever Latin cuisine is involved. Colombians are simply not hot sauce eaters and the closest they come to it is "pico de gallo" which is more vinegary with than really hot. In fact, the biggest complaint many have about Colombian fare is that it is very plainly seasoned. So, the average Colombian plate on a daily basis is actually fairly dull- it is the the regional specialties like sancocho, ajiaco, their tamales, etc. that are the items worth ferreting out. But, I am going to head off to Queens one day and try all the places everyone has suggested. And with regard to some of the comments about vegetarians- most Colombians idea of a vegetable is lettuce and and occasional pea or carrot!
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La Gata Golosa
89-01 37th Ave, Queens, NY 11372
10th Wedding anniversary, need to score a table in a week! *Please help*!
Go to Dresslers - very nice romantic vibe circa 1890s and you will not spend $300 but you can dress up (in a nice hip way not like your Mom and Dad) and feel in place and the food is great
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Dressler
149 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11211
NYC Hound Coming Back to Chicago at the end of June
We just returned from Chicago- we are also NYers and loved, loved Chicago- not just the food but the entire City. Just to deviate a moment if you have not been to the Chicago Arts Institute go- wonderful museum and we also took the AIA boat tour - but if you have been there 3 times most likely you have gone. So on to the food: We also did not care for the Bongo room and we are breakfast enthusiasts. We did, however, love Mindy's Chocolate- it appears breakfast/brunch is only available on weekends and no reservations. We went on Saturday (10:45) and four of us waited 15 minutes to be seated- not bad. We had a duck hash with poached eggs, wonderfully light pancakes with bananas and butterscotch whipped cream and a fabulous french toast with a lemon curd and great hot chocolate and warm donuts (that looked and tasted a bit like churros). Everything was flavorful, light and what breakfast should be (the opposite, I thought, of the Bongo room). They also serve a plate of smoked fish but being from NY we weren't interested in what is so readily available at home. We did go to Alinea and Topoblamo (fabulous but I understand you want to try something new) . We went to Sprout which we absolutely loved. Bright flavors, very, very creative, and wonderful desserts and drinks. Quite reasonable- we had drinks and a bottle of wine and three courses (it is price fixed) all for $120/pp with a 20% tip. But it sounds like your dinner list is fixed so I urge you to try Mindy's chocolate- you won't be disappointed.
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Alinea
1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
Authentic Colombian food?
I have never seen it here (except in my home!). It was considered a "festive" party dish.
Authentic Colombian food?
Do they have the real Colombian emanadas? The ones made with corn masa and not flour? The flour ones are really Argentine in origin. I liked in Colombia (so many years ago!) when these were introduced in Bogota. Now they are fairly ubiquitous there but they are not true Colombian emanadas and while they can be good my heart (and tastes) remain wedded to the origional (small) corn based emanadas.
Authentic Colombian food?
Well, I like the bandeja paisa ("paisa" is kind of a nickname for people from Medellin)- it is usually grilled steak, rice beans (always beans from those areas) plantains, a fried egg, sometimes avocado and picado (the little vinegreymix of chopped onions, cilantro and a bit of a spicy pepper) and if any place you go serves any version of a Colombian tamal get it- I love these in any version and they are so different from the Mexican version. I look forward to your report!
