Last Saturday and Sunday marked the annual 11th Big Apple Barbecue Block Party, an event that celebrates the American culinary traditions of barbecue and grilling. For two days, Madison Square Park was packed with beer drinking, BBQ eating New Yorkers and dozens of chefs prepared to do their grilling seminars. This year, the lineup of …
While I usually chronicle my culinary journeys in Manhattan, this post will be about another fascinating city in the world: Saint-Tropez, France. I was lucky enough to spend a week there with my family where we shamelessly indulged in the finer things in life (aka. foie gras, truffles, and cheese) and had the opportunity to …
To everyone who has ever enjoyed the American pastime of drinking alcohol out of red cups, It’s time for you to sit back, relax, and learn about the evolution of the greatest gift known to man. Once upon a time, there was a red cup that was used at college parties and awkward family barbecues. …
If there’s one trend that’s booming in the New York dining scene lately, it’s Asian fusion desserts spots. Instead of the traditional ice cream cone or piece of cake, these new dessert bars are adding some extra Asian influence to their sweets. While some of these dessert bars such as Chickalicious and Momofuku Milk Bar … Continue reading »
Neapolitan Express is the definition of a classy food truck. The cream colored exterior is clean and shiny, with a bold black logo and minimal design. Inside, fresh pizza dough is being made, tossed, and baked into an authentic Italian pie with all-natural, organic ingredients. As if that isn’t enough to make this the hottest … Continue reading »
Rosa Mexicano is known for its authentic Mexican food, homemade (literally made in front of your eyes) guacamole, and fun, hip ambience. However, for the past couple of years, the chain has stood out even more with their Flavors of Mexico celebration honoring the eclectic heritage of Mexican Food. Considering that I love flavors, Mexico, … Continue reading »
It was a sunny day in 1997 when heaven came to the East Village. Heaven, better known as Pomme Frites, never looked better: a tiny, rickety Belgian fry shop on corner of 2nd avenue and 7th. Inside, piles of thick, fresh, golden potatoes were being tossed into a fryer and topped with a slab of … Continue reading »
Last week, I wrote about Bark Hot Dogs’ crispy pork sandwich as the Daily Meal‘s sandwich of the week. Now, I’ve decided to write a follow up piece featuring an interview with owner, Josh Sharkey, and a review of their new burger of the month (aka the Barkbecue Burger), fried brussel sprouts, and the famous … Continue reading »
Sushi Shop 536 Madison Ave New York, NY 10022 http://www.mysushishop.com/ I was given a Gilt City voucher to Sushi Shop for Christmas. It included 3 rolls, sashimi, nigiri, and a glass of wine or sake for two. This sounded like the perfect Valentines Day date, so I decided to take my beaux to Sushi Shop … Continue reading »
Rosa Mexicano Restaurants are kicking off their Mexican themed year “Flavors of Mexico” with some new mouthwatering, unconventional brunch dishes (in the photos below) from Feb. 23 – Mar. 10 Some of the other dishes for this year’s celebration? Mexican macaroon ice cream sandwich, Dungeness crab ceviche, any classic dish with truffles (gasp) and more! Check out … Continue reading »
