Just an after work drink turned into a quest for dinner. Being situated in Bryant Park, options of somewhat reasonable prices for great food seemed relatively limited in the sweltering, New York summer heat. In listing off places that came to mind, I casually mentioned The Breslin at the Ace Hotel. My friend immediately jumped on this suggestion, but complained about the 10 block walk … Continue reading The Breslin
Walking down Orchard Street, the various awning signs made it clear that I was in Chinatown. I ventured downtown to meet my friend, Amber, for dinner at The Fat Radish, a trendy, rustic spot. My confused continued to grow to the point where I even checked my location on my iPhone. When I saw gorgeous couples standing outside a dark wooden door and large windows, … Continue reading The Fat Radish
I have probably walked past this quaint wine bar at least thirty times since moving to the Upper West Side. Tucked away on 72nd between Columbus and Amsterdam, the little blue awning saying “Wine Bar – Café,” proves to be extremely deceiving and blends into the environment of Laundromats and Kinko’s surrounding it from the unknowing, tourist world. Luckily, rave reviews on Menu Pages and … Continue reading Riposo 72
There are some sandwiches that just stick with you. One bite and a snide smile graces your face and you know this is something you need to share with everyone. This happened today. And I can’t be more excited to share. After winning our first Ultimate Frisbee game of the year on Randall’s Island (go team #PageRage), our stomachs were grumbling after all of the … Continue reading Earl’s Beer & Cheese
I have a new obsession; Jacob’s Pickles. I have been dying to try this new Upper West Side restaurant and finally had an excuse to make my way inside. With one single bite, this new, rustic spot made its way into my culinary thoughts and dreams. Already, I am convinced that this place, opened in December, will become a new staple of Upper West Side … Continue reading Jacob’s Pickles
The quest for dinner took my sister and I up Amsterdam to a place we have never been; Luke’s Lobster. I have always eyed the little, hole in the wall, yet famous place. Amanda mentioned she had never eaten a lobster roll or remembered having one, (we were in Bar Harbor, Maine in ‘04 and I’m sure she had one then; she was 8). We … Continue reading Luke’s Lobster
The Upper East Side is not all that bad. I’m in no way shape or form ever going to be a convert, but I’m slowly becoming accepting. That’s progress. I met my friends at Carl Schurz Park (I googled the name) on 86th and East End. It’s right on the river with plenty of benches and space for laying out. Watching all of the sailboats … Continue reading Cascabel Taqueria
Veggie Sliders, Onion Rings, Sweet Potato Fries and More! From Bill’s Bar and Burgers on 51st Street in honor of the London 2012 Olympics. Continue reading Bill’s Bar & Burgers
Years ago, my dad and I had gone to hear his old dental school roommate play with a band in the basement of Acme, a New Orleans restaurant, boasting a Cajun-Southern menu and decor to compliment. I had just turned 21, so we shared a beer inside, and then went to go hear the band. When my friend, Amber, suggested we eat at the hot, … Continue reading Acme
Nana’s Fat-Free Tuna; the best thing New Jersey has to offer. Side Note: This killer, I-Don’t-Know-How-They-Do-It Tuna is not made by my Nana, (mine goes by Gomar, and she is the best). However, it is the name of the place, and boy is it worth a trip to Jersey just to taste their version of the classic Tuna Salad. This variation blows the competition out … Continue reading Nana’s Deli
The Political Foodie 