May 2012
30 posts
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Smorgas Chef
I met my friend Rachel and the most adorable Bulldog, Emma, for brunch on Saturday. We wandered around the West Village in search of delicious food and outdoor seating, so we could enjoy the most gorgeous May day. After looking at a bunch of different places, we ended up picking Smorgas Chef, situated on the corner of the gorgeous cobblestone streets of the village.
The restaurant owns the...
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Rye House
Rye House epitomizes a fun, different bar scene on the outskirts of Chelsea. The dark lighting and dark wooden tables make you feel as if you’ve been transported to a secretive European spot. This funky, hip bar boasts one of the most intricate list of Whiskey and Scotch in the city. Their extensive menu can be overwhelming and confusing to someone who’s knowledge is limited to Jack...
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Aldea
On Friday night, my friend Zac and I ventured to Aldea in Flatiron for dinner. We walked inside to the gorgeous decor and very nice service. Glancing over the menu, I was explained that it was Portuguese and they had a dish on the menu that I have been dreaming about since my time in Lisbon in 2010. I so badly wanted to enjoy this meal. However, when all was said and done, I walked out...
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Blue Bottle Coffee
The battle of the Iced Coffee.
I consider myself a coffee addict. It started as a young, innocent little girl ordering decaf cappuccinos which evolved into a Starbucks Barista in high school, and now has finally culminated in my days as a working adult.
When Blue Bottle Coffee opened in the concourse of 30 Rock, I was pretty intimidated. At $4 a cup with no size options and absolutely no Sweet...
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Danji
Tucked on a side street in Hell’s Kitchen, Danji’s neon, electric sign looks like the front to a tacky, greasy, typical Asian restaurant. But stepping inside, the décor and feel is one of class and funky hardware utilized in unique ways. It’s a place you have to be committed to eating, since the hostess will not take your name down. Rather, there is a line out the door, determining your spot. ...
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Yerba Buena Perry
I have to give credit where credit is due. My friend, Zac, is absolutely amazing at finding new, delicious, fun restaurants across the city. He is my go-to person and the absolute best company. Recently, he has been surprising me with various locations around the city, since I have a serious habit of dissecting menus before I even step foot into a restaurant. To prevent this, I have no clue...
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Northern Spy Food Co.
Friday night revolved around sister bonding time and a really fabulous meal. My younger sister, Leigh, arrived home from finishing freshman year at USC in the wee hours of the night and after a day of beauty sleep, made her way back into the city. She met me and my work friends for a quick margarita, before heading downtown to the East Village for dinner. I have been attempting to make my way to...
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Frying Pan
Beautiful day of fun with friends at Frying Pan. One of the best spots during the summer in NYC. An old docked boat with fabulous sangria and buckets of beer. A little on the pricey side, but they have a great weekly happy hour.
Pier 66, New York, NY at 26th St. and the West Side Highway
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Nice Matin
When it comes to brunch, Nice Matin falls extremely short. Don’t be fooled by the crowded outdoor seating area. That’s the draw, and the only draw to this restaurant for brunch. And there is a reason why on a beautiful day you can find a seat outside in under 5 minutes. I have been there for a lovely lunch before, but their ability to put a French spin on a traditional brunch fails...
“My younger sister, Leigh, is back from freshman year at USC in LA. Lots of our...”
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Jalapeño
One of the best things about Manhattan is that in a city you could explore for hours, you also have everything you could possibly need in a 2 block radius. For me, last night was the epitome of that. My friend, Zac and I were going to see The Avengers, conveniently located near Lincoln Center, 2 blocks from my apartment. We wanted to grab a quick bite to eat before the movie and our indecisive...
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Levain Bakery
If heaven were a cookie, it would be the Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip cookie from Levain Bakery. Even in the winter, the line is down 74th street and wraps around onto Amsterdam. And trust me, it is definitely worth the wait.
You could easily walk past this bakery if it was not for the line. It is located in the basement, underneath a laundry mat. The second you walk past, the whiff...
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Popover Cafe
The most fabulous, wonderful brunch spot in the city is Popover Cafe on 86th and Amsterdam. Located right next to Barney Greengrass, this block is home two of the oldest, well known Manhattan institutions. I happily skip right past the line at Barney Greengrass and put my name down at Popover. There is typically a wait, but if you go at an off time you can get lucky and head right in. But for...
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Gina La Fornarina
My friend, Lauren, and I met for dinner before a night out. She has been babysitting a lot home and one of her employers had recommended a restaurant right up the street from me. I knew my parents had been there before and I was very excited to try.
You can make a reservation on OpenTable, but not on the phone. A little strange, but nonetheless we were seated right away. The wait staff was...
“How can you govern a country which has 246 varieties of cheese?”
– Charles de Gaulle, French General and Statesman
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Salina's
I am a very indecisive person. So the Tapas trend has been my absolute favorite for the past few years. I love being able to order a few different things, easily share and keep any of the envy, forks marking their way to the other side of the table and bitterness about ordering the wrong dish out of the meal.
I met my friend in the lobby of 30 Rock with no knowledge of where we were going to...
Deli @ Boca West Country Club
My mom tells the story about my young, joyful love of tongue sandwiches. Yes, Tongue. As I was munching away, she asked me if knew what animal the tongue was from. I looked up, mouth full and responded, “chicken?” My mom said no, guess again. Taking another bite, I then said “human?” My mom laughed at the site of my cannibalistic self, munching away, oblivious of the...
