I’m always seeking that wow factor when it comes to brunch. So often it’s another rendition of eggs Benedict in a cutesy environment with $12 Bloodys, no refills on iced coffee, and a very clear hatred of reservations. When my cousins and uncle were in town, I needed a reservation and a place to impress. Cookshop has long been a ‘girls who brunch’ favorite, and … Continue reading Hundred Acres
Traditional Dives draw crowds for the food, not the style. Cafe Habana, in the generally trendy SoHo, lives by these rules. The store front on the Corner of Elizabeth and Prince used to be occupied by a Dominican Diner in the 1990’s, before the change of ownership and Cuban facelift in 1998. Besides a few decorations on the wall, it still has that diner feel … Continue reading Cafe Habana
Most consider The Dutch’s menu to be American Nouveau, but the meal I had for lunch Restaurant Week transcended the globe. And to be perfect frank, I didn’t mind. Everything was so clean, fresh and flavorful that you begin to think its natural for Chile Cornbread to pair with Yuzu. The Dutch is a Soho exception. The tourists generally stay away, and foodies in suits … Continue reading The Dutch
Pearl & Ash separates itself from becoming just another small plates and wine bar through their innovative approach to food, wonderful atmosphere and reasonably priced menu. They have found their niche, and foodies are starting to take notice. On a Wednesday night, the tiny Nolita restaurant is crowded, attracting trendy individuals ready for a night of fun adventurous eats and wine, lots and lots of … Continue reading Pearl & Ash
Ed’s Lobster Bar tries to bring a New York City elegance to the traditional Lobster Shack. The owner (Ed), learned everything he knows during his time as a sous chef at my all-time favorite Lobster Roll joint, Pearl Oyster Bar in the West Village. After a little bit of shopping in Soho, I decided it was time to check out Ed’s. The first few hot … Continue reading Ed’s Lobster Bar
In preparation for a long day filled with shopping for the perfect New Year’s outfit, I made a reservation for brunch at the adorable Jane Restaurant in Soho. The sister restaurant to The Smith, the beloved East Village staple, this restaurant embodies a less scene-y, fratty feel, separated from the mainstream brunch crowd. I met my sisters, along with my friend Rachel, on a gloomy, … Continue reading Jane
There are two places all New Yorkers try and avoid during the holiday season; Times Square/Rockefeller Plaza and Soho. Lucky for me, I work in Rockefeller Plaza and the only store selling the perfect present for my sister was located in the heart of Soho. I made the trek downtown, emerging on Prince Street into a whirlwind of foreign accents and slow-walking individuals with far … Continue reading Balthazar
My sister, Amanda and I had a fun filled day of adventures in Soho on Saturday. She is my foodie counterpart. After hours spent at Necessary Clothing completely revamping our wardrobes for the newly warm weather, we headed over to W. Broadway in search of food. We finally decided on Broome Street Bar, with wide open doors and a table inside, which still had a … Continue reading Broome Street Bar
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