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Lucy of Gramercy?
It's not new (maybe 3 - 4 years old?) but in late 2007 it got a new chef: Carmen Gonzalez from Miami. She had a restaurant there called "Carmen the Restaurant" but it closed after a fire. I ate there once and thought it was great. Glad to hear you liked her new place.
Corndogs in Financial District?
Living in Battery Park and being an occasional corn-dog craver myself, I have to tell you that you are out of luck as this point in time. I can't even think of anywhere in Manhattan, except the street fairs as mentioned above, that has them. The last time I wanted one, it required a bike ride to Nathan's on Coney - which made it (or them, actually) taste that much better.
Growing up, we always called corn dogs hot-dogs-on-a-stick.
Wating at August?
Just wondering if someone could give me an estimate on the wait at August. I'm planning to go for dinner Thursday around 6:30. (assuming they still don't take reservations)
Also, if anyone's been lately, I'd love to hear reviews....or warnings, as the case may be.
Thanks!
230 FIFTH
The view is great, but even though Zack P. from Fatty Crab / 5 Ninth does the food, it's not a restaurant - more snacks. It would be a great place to have some of those $15 drinks, a snack, and then head out for dinner. Oh, and don't worry, there's no bottle service (but I haven't been since January so it's possible that htis has changed.)
There's an oldish posting about it here, with good photos:http://www.urbandaddy.com/articles/203
Have fun!
Best cheesecake in NYC?
The one from Artisanal is great - don't be put off by the fact that it arrives mail order. I gave it to my mother for Mother's Day last year and was amazed.
Another excellent cheesecake (and my personal favorite) is from Two Little Red Hens
http://www.twolittleredhens.com/ on 2nd near 86th or also in Brooklyn. They got some great press in the past year or two in the TImes, etc. The cheesecakes are truly delightful, magnificent really - but i'm not really a fan of anything else there.
NYC wedding on a tight budget???
Congratulations! NY Magazine did some neat articles on city weddings on a budget in one of their wedding issues. One of them is here:
http://nymag.com/shopping/guides/weddings/planner/features/fourweddingsbudget2.htm
If you search the rest of the site for "wedding budget" other articles will come up as well. I found their suggestions much more helpful than the usual magazines / books when planning my wedding.
Is Tavern on the Green Really That Bad?
"Since its hard for any caterer to do an exceptional meal for a large group, is it significantly worse wedding food than most other venues that host weddings?"
I'd have to disagree. I went to a 400+ wedding this weekend with a sit down dinner reception (with passed hors d'oeuvres during cocktails) and it was excellent.Not excellent by wedding standards, but actually excellent. The caterer was Feasts et Fetes. (Daniel Boulud's company)
Sunday Brunch - Reservations?
Hello,
I'd like to have Sunday brunch in the city before going out to Meterie for an afternoon wedding. I'm looking for somewhere that takes reservations if possible so my slowpoke family won't be late.
Any suggestions? I'm thinking somewhere that's not stuffy and I'm more concerned with the food than the price. We're staying at the Ritz, so if brunch is nearby, so much the better.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions - Cheers!
Where can I get nonpasteurized (Raw) Milk
As far as I know, you can't buy raw milk (to drink) in any store in the city, but I have seen it for sale labeled "for pets, not for human consumption" at a few natural food stores. It's frozen, oddly enough.
While I'm not sure you'd want to drink that, raw milk is often available at farms upstate. I've tried it a few time and while it does have a different taste than we're used to, it's alright, just different. It also seems harder to foam / steam raw milk for coffee drinks, but I don't know the science behind this.
Here's a recent article about it:http://www.salon.com/mwt/feature/2007/01/19/raw_milk/
Miami Chef / Restaurant Blog or Site?
Hi -
I am looking for a good website to read chef, restaurant, and food news about Miami. Either a blog or a site would be great, as long as it's updated regularly.
If anyone has any ideas for good websites that are on top of their Miami food-world news (i.e. I'm looking for a site like Eater.com in NewYork or MetroMix in Chicago) it would make this displaced Floridian grateful.
Thank you for any suggestions!
Ribs tonight - blue smoke??
Just in case anyone is thinking of Blue Smoke tonight, they're closed until the 15th for renovations.
Where's the hotter food scene - Dallas or Houston?
It's Kevin. He owns Rathbuns and Krog bar in Atlanta, which is where I lived before New York. I see someone posted a barbecue comment below; uh-oh, I don't want to start a fight.
Where's the hotter food scene - Dallas or Houston?
This is great - thank you guys so much for your replys. And thank you to Tom who reminded me that "Dallas" can also include Dallas / Fort Worth.
Austin's awesome...but we're looking at just these two cities. As much as I eat at ethnic and divey places in NYC, these articles will focus more on a fine-dining bent.
I'm sad to hear Abacus is not so great - the chef's brother is a friend from Atlanta. Bummer.
Anyone else care to weigh in? It seems like I need a tie breaker.
Thanks again! You guys rock.
Where's the hotter food scene - Dallas or Houston?
Hello Texas,
I'm a fellow 'hound from NYC and I work for a magazine that does intense, city-focused tastings across the country for editorial features as well as our up-and-coming chef award.
We have yet to hit any cities in Texas, but myself and several
others in the office have lobbied and won for a Texas event. There's only one problem....we can't decide which city.
Half the office is calling for Houston, the other half says Dallas. We're looking for a city that's got a hot dining scene that's not all about looks but about taste. The food doesn't have to be fine-dining, but it's got to be fantastic. Think Abacus in Dallas or Cafe Annie in Houston (as reported by friends).
So if anyone has an opinion...I'd love to hear it.(The idea of San Antoinio is great too, but at this time it's got to be Dallas or Houston.)
Many thanks for any advice that you all have to offer - and if anyone need NYC recs, feel free to ask.
Cheers!
coming to ny..is the gordon ramsey restaurant up yet?
The official opening is November 16th. They are taking reservations now, but I wouldn't be surprised if they were almost full, at least at dinner. I'm going on the 29th and I'll post something.
In terms of expense, I've read that it will be in line with other restaurants of its type - Le Bernardin, Bouley, etc. As long as the level of food and service are up to par, that's fine.
We'll see - if anyone eats there sooner please post!!!
peppermint pickle?
I read this and just had to google it - it was to gross to be real. It seems they do exist - who would have thought! From what I read online they seem to be an African American recipe (many of the articles that came up referenced Black History month).
Try your own search - you may be able to find a recipe. I also came across another food chat board that referenced peppermint pickles, so you're not the only non-beliver, as it were.
Fine-Dining with Southern Influences?
Thanks for all of the suggestions! This is actually the beginings of a research project I'm starting in the coming weeks and Chow Hound seemed like the perfect place to find informaed recommendations.
Cookshop was already on my radar, as was Blue Ribbon, though they are more casual than I was looking for - thought this project is about technique and high-quality ingredients, not decor. I agree with Dave Feldman (see above) that elegance and Southern have yet to make it in Manhattan.
I've never heard of Revival, so I will check that out. It seems to me that it's hard to find a Southern influence without the trappings of greasy or over-cooked food.
Thank you all very much and if I make any unexpected discoveries, I'll be sure to post.
Fine-Dining with Southern Influences?
Hi All,
I am searching for something a bit odd and I hope you guys can help me out.
I'm looking for fine-dining restaurants in the city (must be Manhattan) that have Southern influences. I'm familiar with our fair city's actual Southern / Soul food places (ie Charles Southern Kitchen, Amy Ruths, etc) but what I'm looking for is specifically higher-end places where there are a few (just a few are fine) Southern techniques or ingredients making a menu appearence.
I know this may be a difficult request...but I'm hoping you guys can help me out. This is for personal research and eating purposes and I appreciate any suggestions!!!
Cherry 7up in Manhattan?
If you can't find 7-up, the 7-Eleven (yes, there is one in the city at 23rd and park) has sprite and cheery flavoring in the fountain drink machine. They have vanilla and lemon too.
Makes for a pretty good cherry diet coke anyway...
Help me remember: new wine bar on Houston
You're thinking of Centrovini. I haven't been, but here's a quick review: http://nymag.com/listings/restaurant/centovini/
great bakeries in East Village/StyTown area
I second Tompkins Square bakery! The owner, Matt, is usually there and really friendly. Awesome peanutbutter cookies too.
dallas jones bar-b-q bbq
If anyone is interested, Dallas Jones BBQ is a participant in the Hudson River Park's BBQ and Blues festival in two weeks. I've never been, but it sounds like it may be a nice afternoon.
Here's the link: http://www.hudsonriverpark.org/Calendar/Blues.htm
Where can I find Hersheys Unsweetened Baking Choc.?
I'm not sure if this will help you, but all true unsweetened chocolate is non-dairy. It's pure chocolate liquer (ie the liquid pressed from the cocoa beans). That's it.
If it's the certification that you're looking for, you could always ask a kosher bakery like Moishe's what type of unsweetened chocolate they use.
Happy Baking!
Red Hook: Great Latin street fare.
I checked the previous threads and this sounds great - what time does all this deliciousness get started?
Thanks in advance!
Name of Cuban Sandwich Place on 14th?
Thanks - Sucelt is it! Guess I'll have to have a crab empanada too!
Best Bread and Butter?
I'll second Bouley for fantastic bread - plus you can get it from their bakery across Duane St from the restaurant and grab some. The baguettes are terrific, but the miche (huge, round bread) is fantastic. It's huge at is $18 or so, but you can buy halves or even quarters. It's my favorite - great wheaty, sourdough taste.
Grab some fancy, high fat butter and you're in business.
As for restaurants, Frank Bruni posted about the bread at Sfoglia and claimed it was amazing....
Name of Cuban Sandwich Place on 14th?
I remember reading about a Cuban sandwich place on West 14th that was supposed to be great, but when I searched the term I got posts from 2001, and I know that I read about it more recently than that!
Can anyone help me here? As I remember, it was around 6th or 7th Ave and was more like a diner or lunch counter, not a restaurant....
Oh, and if it's no longer good, please let me know.
(fingers are crossed for tasty cuban sandwich)
NYC Hound Visiting KC - What's Not to Miss?
Hi Midwestern Chowhounds,
My parents and I will be visiting KS for the weekend in October (I know, far away, but it's a slow day at the office) from NYC and I was wondering what we need to check out while we're there.
From a search of this board I am thinking about Jack's Stack and LC's for bbq which we all love. Any better ideas?
I also saw Stroud's, Stephenson's, and 40 Sardines mentioned frequently. I'd appreciate suggestions for brunch as well, or any can't miss treats that we don't have here that I should try....
We eat everything and good food is the main factor over atmosphere or price.
Thanks in advance!
re: my romantic restaurant post- please read whole thing and help! Am being nutty.
It looks like Frank Bruni was inspired by this post:
http://dinersjournal.blogs.nytimes.com/
He speaks about the food and view of both One if by Land.. and the Boathouse.
Adrienne's Pizzabar any good?
Adrienne's is great - esp. considering the other options in the neighborhood. Pizzas are tasty, antipasta platters are great to share - all in all, it's an excellent nighborhood place.
We usually get an old-fashoined pie (large rectangle with thicker crust) but the round pizzas (too big for 1 person, but maybe too small for 2) with the thinner style crust are also nice - and the pepperoni are really nice - they curl and get crispy in the oven.
