billh's Profile
Reasonably-priced lamb
Seconded. American lamb with great flavor and it's very nicely trimmed before it hits the scale.
Michel Cluizel Chocolate for Sale in NYC?
Although I haven't had the NYC version yet, supposedly the quality is the same. In Paris I found MC the second best chocolate. Next time you're there give Cote de France a try. mmmmmm
Steak Frites near Luxembourg Parc area
I'll second Les Fontaines. It's been a few years since I've been there, but I'm leaving for Paris in about 24 hours and LF is on my list.
Belcourt Opening in EV?
We were there on the previous Saturday and I was not impressed. Of the dishes we had, I thought the octopus app was the best. The bourride was seriously lacking in flavor. My wife's lamb burger was just ok. The thing that bothered me the most was that the waitress dropped the check twice without me asking for it. Once before we ordered dessert and the next before we ordered an espresso. The second occurrence was with the manager glaring from behind. I think we had been there at that point for about 75 minutes. At that price point, (around $150 w/tip for the two of us), I could think of many other more enjoyable venues. They just want to turn tables.
Looking for Polish Smoked Meats - Sausages
That would be East Village Meats or Baczynsky's. It's between 9th St. & St. Marks on the West side of the street.
Le Gigot (brief review)
As to the "food doesn't rush out of the kitchen", one of the reasons I haven't been back to Le Gigot (and this goes back at least 5 years) is every time I had been there the service was very rushed. At their price point I didn't care for that aspect much. Perhaps it's time for another chance, since the space is nice and the food was excellent.
Restaurants you love that are rarely mentioned on Chowhound
Having missed the post you're speaking of, please share. What/where is the little bistro?
Pork Shoulder Emergency - Which Butchers Carry It?
Ottomanelli's on Bleecker always has it. I just bought a 8lber on the bone a couple of weeks ago.
Barbone Review
I think Barbone's biggest problem is that on busy nights with the garden packed, the kitchen and staff are overwhelmed. My best meals there have always been on slow weeknights or in the winter when the garden was closed.
Brasserie Flo at Paris airport--very good
Anyone know how late B Flo is open? I'm on the day flight out of JFK that arrives CDG around 9pm. I'm planning on overnighting at the airport for a TGV the next am. It would be great to grab a decent meal before my sleeping pill. :)
Neighborhood butchers
Never had a problem. Everything is pretty much cut to order. re Kurowycky: RIP :(
Grandaisy Bakery on Sullivan Street
I picked up a Pane Pugliese from the West 40's Sullivan Street via Murray's Cheese yesterday. It wasn't even close to the one's I usually get from Grand Daisy. No almost burnt crispy crust or airhole filled interior. Blech!
Looking for good lunch eats around 8th St--NYU
Go see the dosa man on the south side of Washington Square. Great stuff and cheap too. FYI, I think he's on vacation all next week and will be back on the 16th.
Best toppings/combinations at Arturo's Pizza
Either sausage or pepperoni. Sometimes we'll add mushrooms, but no more than the two ingredients.
Help me recreate dish from momofuku saam
I asked at the original Momofuku if they par-boiled the brussel sprouts first and the answer was yes. I'd do that and then saute with the above ingredients. You'll probably have to experiment a bit to get the amounts correct.
mourning the hot dogs at kurowcky...
how about Bacynsky (sp?) on 2nd Ave. btwn. St. Marks and 9th? Otherwise, I always get a box of natural casing weiners as well when I order bratwurst from Usingers.com.
Any recent takes on Aquagrill?
I know I was the op, but I'll second the Giorgione raw bar, not to mention the pizza. BTW, thanks to all who replied on my original question.
Any recent takes on Aquagrill?
It's been some time since I've been and I was considering a return visit. I'm sure the raw bar is still fantastic, but how's the kitchen doing?
Popcorn and popcorn salt
Just tried some of that popcorn yesterday. It's excellent. My usual method is to pop it in a bit of canola oil, then top the popped corn with good olive oil, some fresh grated parmesan and a combo of some Maldon's sea salt and xtra hot dried Indian chili peppers that I've bashed up in the mortar and pestle.
Craftsteak vs. "traditional" steakhouses
+3 for the Strip House. Only substitute a piece of the chocolate cake for the sundae.
Unfortunate Pizza ideas
Well my sister-in-law out in CA loves "Peking Duck Pizza".......... BLECHHHHH!!!!!!!
Alone, hungry, and prefer sitting at the bar.
Gotham, Veritas, Babbo and I like the bar at Hearth as well.
Does anyone else not like turkey?
Capon for Thanksgiving and a goose for Christmas. Turkey is one of my least favorite dishes.
