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Indian food in or around Ulster County?
Thanks for the O.C. recommendations. Bukhara Bistro is probably closest.... but I'm wondering about any new spots in Kingston, perhaps? Or even Catskill? Any body?
Indian food in or around Ulster County?
Greetings. I have not been on Chowhound for a while and was quite surprised to see that CBS is now in charge. Not sure how to feel or how to search for threads, and I apologize if this is a question asked in the recent past. It's my birthday and I am so so craving Indian food (having left NYC a decade ago). I haven't been to an Indian restaurant in quite some time and I know that a few have either closed or changed owners. So... what do people recomment for a Wednesday night out? I'm willing to travel out of Ulster County for a great great meal. Papadam anyone?
Fresh fish in Saugerties or Kingston
Farfalle,
I know I'm a bit late checking in.. but I had a wonderful seafood experience on Christmas Eve that I want to share. I found a simple recipe for baked shrimp, scallops, and halibut that I wanted to make and my neighbor was doing a paella. I went with her to the SEA DELI on Broadway in Kingston. I was afraid at first, very very afraid, until I walked in an saw this nice Italian fishmonger who apparently drives into NYC a few times a week to pick up quality seafood. The large scallops that I had were devinely sweet. He didn't have halibut but directed me toward the fresh cod and I substituted that in. It was a great experience overall and he's priced a few dollars less than Adam's. I had heard about the Sea Deli for a few years but was always turned off by its location and exterior appearance. Apparently he does an all you can eat? Tuesday? fish fry? lunch? that is a big hit with the hospital employees. I highly recommend the sea deli for price, quality, and foodie experience. Let me know how it goes if you make it down there. It's on the north east corner of Broadway and maybe Elmendorf? about a mile down from that crazy uptown, downtown intersection.
wine bar tour downtown -- east or west village?
A group of 8 friends are interested in doing an "pub crawl" but doing it with wine bars. Ideally, we'd like to order a couple of reasonably-priced bottles and have some distinctive pairings, not too overpriced, creative and even cutting edge. Our goal is to walk from bar to bar for an afternoon/evening outing. We'd like to party in a downtown neighborhood. Any takers to this challenge?
New World Home Cooking, Woodstock, NY
As a "local," having moved here from NYC, I can definitely support everyone's opinion. It is a bit overrated, the food isn't exciting after a few visits, BUT it's made from local ingredients, the atmosphere is relaxed, NWHC is not for high-end foodies looking to review and rave, but for transplanted locals looking for something reliable, consistent, fresh, not over priced, with an atmosphere that lends itself to a good time if you're willing to work your end of things. I personally like the beer flights, a nice sampling of brews to go with the dish of the day. I appreciate that there's always something new to try and I've been given the recipe for dishes I want to try at home. Where else would anyone tolerate that? Woodstock restaurants come and go, but NWHC is always there. dropdeadcookie
Woodstock / Saugerties / Kingston - tired of my standbys. Any suggestions?
Has anyone tried Love Bites in Saugerties? It's a BYOB with a cute little wine shop right next door -- that's where I saw the menu and it looked good -- seasonal, fresh, and priced to please.
Along those same lines, I love the food at Garden Cafe in Woodstock. It's lovely out on the patio and the food is vegan and organic. Fresh without tasting like day-old Birkenstocks.
Saugerties Main Street
Where is the Pig? Is it in or near Saugerties? I've never heard of it and I'd love to try the coconut tofu.
Review of Texas Roadhouse, Kingston, NY
George,
Thanks for the hot tip. I typically avoid all chain restaurants, but I've been hearing good things about a chilpolte grill? I know there's one down 9W in Saugerties, but I don't think it's part of the national chain.
Saugerties Main Street
What do you think of Mezza Luna? Any place you recommend for consistent, yummy, healthy cheap eats?
Saugerties Main Street
Has anybody eaten at the Main Street restaurant? It's the one (across from Mother Earth) with the old-fashioned soda shop feel. I heard that the Mexican couple who run it have started serving ethnic food.
OK to freeze cooked ribs not yet grilled?
gdx,
I can respect your passion. Not to throw hot pork drippings onto the fire but... my husband has been suggesting we par boil chicken as a way to ensure thoroughly bbq'd chicken. I'll have no part of it (unless conviced otherwise by chowhounders). It's tough being a vegetarian who cooks meat and fowl for others. The only feedback I get literally is from the mouths of friends.
FYI I think I am going to try easily amused's three-hour ginger-ale steaming of pork back ribs that have been rubbed.... and then freeze, reheat, and grill.
BBQ in Kingston, NY
I admit to being tempted and confused. Is this place on the same side as Mariner's? Is it a branch of Hickory BBQ or is it a new place? SRogers76 can you help?
OK to freeze cooked ribs not yet grilled?
Well Chowhounders, I didn't expect to get such spirited response to my query. It's nice to know that so many people are passionate about ribs -- the genuine meat-on-the-bone, not tofu-style faux ribs. So, my question was answered. Yes I can partially cook, freeze, then defrost and finish them off. While I appreciate the enthusiasm for the slow cooked rub and rerub method, this vegetarian is not going to be getting so intimate with the slabs of meat that bring you all so much pleasure. The flavored boil, despite the smell, is the way of least resistance for this plant lover. Thank you again for all your responses. And hey, Gordeaux, I perceive your attitude to be one of superiority and it gives all us gastronomes a bad rap. Tolerance my friend, even if the ribs are boiled.
OK to freeze cooked ribs not yet grilled?
Vegetarian here! I supposedly make "the best ribs" according to my meat-loving friends. Have no clue how they taste but that's not why I need help.
My dilemma is that I want to be sure that I have enough ribs for a crowd, but I'm not sure how much of a crowd is coming.
The recipe I use calls for a quick 3-minute boil followed by a cold-water wash and then an hour-long simmer with celery, onions, gar;lic, carrots.
Recipe says you can do the slow cooking a day in advance, then keep ribs in tightly wrapped plastic in refrigerator until ready to grill (basically a 15-minute high heat reheat of room-temp. ribs with slathered sauce). I have done this with apparently tasty results.
My question is:
Do you think I can freeze any remaining cooked (but not grilled) ribs and then defrost and grill with BBQ sauce?
Lunch and nice dinner in/near Kingston?
My husband and I went to Bywater Bistro during Hudson Valley Restaurant week and found it to be a charming place with satfisying food -- as a vegatarian I had the Asian dumplings and a tofu dish which was pleasant. The back garden was closed due to weather, but it seems that it would be a lovely place to relax. I think there's a lunch spot near the Motor Vehicle in uptown Kingston. It's a small place whose name escapes me -- anybody out there know? Or else for lunch on Monday, what about the Little Bear in Woodstock? It's a Chinese place with a great streamside setting. If you want funky and healthy while in Woodstock, there's Elijah's Cafe near Dharma Ware -- you have to wait for the food to be freshly made, but it's a nice spot. I also like lunch at Joshua's on Tinker Street -- middle eastern. It's a treat for us displaced New Yorkers who miss our ethnic food.
Harvest in Montauk?
Am planning a weekend trip out east in early May with husband. Last time, two years ago, we stayed at the divey Royal Atlantic and ate at Harvest. I remember it being a really sweet place. Is it still good? I haven't really seen it come up in the posts. I've been stalking "Coll" from Long Island who seems to have great recommendations for local places to eat, imbibe, and stay. We're definitely heading to the Montaukket, and also thinking of doing take-out from The Dock on the beach, weather permitting. Are there any inexpensive inns or b&b's that would easily accommodate our picnic with champagne desires?
Adams Markets...Terrible!!
You can always go to Mother Earth to buy organic. When local produce is in season, Adam's has a nice selection of produce. I for one realize that if I want anything green I'm not going to buy local. If I want maple syrup and apple cider I can get that now. I have seen the occasional local root vegetable, but it's not that frequent. I think that all the local farms shut down, unless of course, you hook into a CSA and then you'll get limited local. I don't think Adams would stay in business if they relied on local produce. I for one would shop elsewhere for cheaper, local, organic produce but as far as Adams goes, it's ok. It's a pleasant shopping experience vs. the mayham and faux sterilty of Hannaford's.
Where to watch football on Sunday?
Wanted to report into my chowhounds about the weekend away. Thank you all for your recommendations and for the archives. It was a treat to drive around the city with my GPS and recognize all the places that were recommended -- the happening Rhino bar, the sleepy 51st State tavern, the drunken grandeur of Murphy's Grand Irish pub. I really liked the Bistro D'Oc -- it felt like a trip to another country, a relaxed, unpretentious place of good food and unhurried time. Went to eat Ethopian, but found that Queen M's was closed due to MLK holiday and we ate at Etete? where the inari bread was served cold, as were some of the veggie dishes, which blunted my pleasure. Thank you all for making us feel very connected to DC. We plan to return, but first we'll re-visit the Wash D.C. board. Thank God for GPS, otherwise we wouldn't have ever found our way back to the hotel. By the way, how is NW, SW, etc., determined?
Where to watch football on Sunday?
Bob W -- Well I went to Murphy's right before the end of the first half. I think I saw you -- were you the guy in the middle of the room wearing the #12 Brady jersey? Or were you the guy standing in the back of the room wearing the #12 Brady jersey? Or were you the guy in the middle of the table with all the guys wearing the #12 Brady jersey? I thought about standing in front of the big screen and calling out "Bob W! Bob W! Bob W!" but that would have been putting my life at risk. At any rate, we left at the half. Rick wanted to get back to the comfort of our quiet hotel room where he didn't have to jockey with anyone (but me) for a good view of the games. Congratulations! Go Giants?
B4 closes in Valhalla...
Sorry to hear it. It was my first Chowhound experience -- recommended as a place to have lunch while attending a conference at the hospital. My colleagues all thought I was a superior being and we ate there both days. I couldn't find the other restaurants in the CH archives -- I think those ones closed as well.
Where to watch football on Sunday?
Rabid fans? Sounds like a good time. I checked out the website and I'm scared! What if the Patriots lose? What if the Pats win and the Giants win? Would I need a police escort back to my hotel? Rick definitely wants to check out the game at Murphy's. Will you be there? How will we recognize you? Will you be wearing Patriots gear? I am not a huge Giants fan, but will this trip force me into becoming one? Dare I wear the stepson's Giant's fleece sweatshirt?
Where to watch football on Sunday?
Well, I checked out the Rhino's website and I think you should know I'm not that kind of girl. I can see how it would be a memorable experience -- if you could remember it at all. Thank you for allowing me to live vicariously with my reputation and marriage intact! Enjoy the game.
Where to watch football on Sunday?
Josh -- What I mean by a "sports bar with a house party feel" is the atmosphere that is created when you're at a Superbowl party. You're at someone's house, watching the game, eating, socializing, and getting excited when the game calls for it. Don't really want cozy, want something more interactive but with a real focus on the game. And being a vegetarian, I want some healthy, hearty options besides wings and burgers. Thanks for the recommendation on the 51st State Tavern. Perhaps I can come to your house?
Where to watch football on Sunday?
Husband and I are having a weekend getaway to DC. Staying in the River Inn (25th NW) through Monday. Heard about the great restaurant in the hotel, chowhounds have also led us to Bistrot du Coin. We want to catch the 6:30 football game on Sunday, as well as the end of the 3:30 game. Rather than watch it in our room with a six-pack and chips, I thought that perhaps someone out there would know of a great and inexpensive place to hang out, drink some fine beer (or wine) and sample some good fish and/or veggie fare. (As well as some meat product to keep Rick happy.) Looking for kind of a "house party" feel.
Good, cheap food in Woodstock, NY?
I know I'm late, but... Joshua's has a great lunch deal. Lots of food for reasonable price. There is a new place on the Village Green called the Garden Cafe? It's the best deal by far -- organic, tasty, heaping plates of food for around $10. It's a byob place, too. You do need reservations.... but if you go before or after peak hours, you could squeeze in. My husband ended up leaving me there after we were joined by some other interesting diners who didn't have reservations either. My husband's hearing sucks, so he couldn't really hear... food is excellent. There's wok and roll across from Catskill mountain pizzza for some ok chinese, but the chinese at the Little Bear is better as is the ambience. Price is ok, too. Sorry I'm weighing in so late, but... better late than never?
Saugerties Area
chowfreak: how did it go? I see this post started back in 2003 and i'm just wondering how that birthday dinner went! And how's the romance?
Varka in Ramsey?
Well, we loved Varka. The joint was jumping on Friday night and we were seated right next to the bar -- which was fine by us as it added to the sense of festivity. We truly enjoyed our food and liked that the appetizers were brought out one by one so that we could share and then share again. I ordered the tuna which was cooked beautifully. We avoided ordering a whole fish because my friend said she had heard that that could lead to sticker shock. Anyone out there ever order off the fish by the pound menu? I might go back next time i'm in N. J. and my friend will definitely be going back.
Varka in Ramsey?
Varka is reported to be a Greek restaurant with an emphasis on seafood. A friend told me that the fish prices can be extraordinary and to ask your server for the price before selecting one of the specials. Does anyone have any suggestions for Franklin Lakes/North Jersey? I'm getting a little cold feet over Varka.... thanks.
Varka in Ramsey?
I want to take my BF to dinner for her birthday. She lives in Franklin Lake and I thought Varka in Ramsey sounded nice. Good seafood with a fun atmosphere. But as she pointed out the review Varka had on its website was a two-year-old NYT review which was favorable. Any input? Or other suggestions? I wanted a fun place -- she's single with two teenagers... need I say more? She needs a fun night out. And I'm buying! Thanks, Cookie.
Good eats near Blythedale Children's Hospital?
Wanted to try Mughal Palace but my timid dining companions would not appreciate what looked like would be an excellent lunch. Went to B-4 for lunch. European in feel, great pumpkin soup, price ok not too painful. A very cozy lunch.
