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A Week of Delicious Food....

NYC Restaurant Week Summer 2007 July 23-27

For these glorious 5 days you get a chance to eat like a king/ queen at more than 200 of New Yorks best restaurants. They will be offering three-course prix-fixe lunches for $24.07 and dinners for $35 (excluding beverage, tax and gratuity). Check out the list of restaurant, make your reservations and enjoy all of the delicious food!

NYC summer Restaurant

Turning Japanese

Do you ginjo shu? Got nori know how? Learn the lingo at SUSHISAMBA's Sushi & Sake 101! Our course serves up knowledge that will help the aspiring at-home chef as well as the dining-out fanatic. You’ll...
- Get explanations on types of sake, its history and production
- Learn how to choose sushi-grade fish
- Find out what tools you need to make sushi at home
- Gain insider sushi-making tips from a SUSHISAMBA chef
- Make (and eat!) your own sushi roll
Throughout the program, you’ll sip and snack on a variety of cold and hot sakes, edamame, tempura, sashimi and sushi. Bring a buddy. Impress a date. Or make it the birthday present for that friend who has everything. Classes will be held tonight for one night only from 7-9PM in the SUGARCANE lounge at SUSHISAMBA Park. Class size is limited so make your reservation at the above link today!

Raise your glass... unique wine to sample!

Didn't get in on the Wines of South America shindig yesterday? Luckily, your tastebuds can move westward and try a new and unique summer wines from Italy to South Africa. All at this informal tasting are lush summer blush wines, wine-zin free. Delish!

Pink Is the New White
$40 - 7:30pm
Agata & Valentina
1513 First Ave at 79th St
Visit Agata Valentina's website or call 212-452-0691.

Nice day for cheap tacos

151 Avenue A
111 Stanton St
124 2nd Ave

Stop by any San Loco location today for 20 cent tacos. The perfect pick me up between rounds of ridiculously high brow Design Week events.

Taste of Chinatown Festival

12-6pm

Taste of Chinatown festival

The Shack is Back!

11AM
Shake Shack Season Begins
@ Shake Shack
Madison Square Park
Madison & 23rd
212-889-6600

Celebrate the first day of spring by bundling up and waiting in line for a Department of Health and Mental Hygeine-approved Chicago hot dog.

National Wine Week

National Wine Week
@ Smith & Wollensky Restaurants

Sample 10 wines with your meal at any participating Smith & Wollensky restaurant this week. Be careful - those wine tastings will sneak up on you! [through March 23rd]

Cantina-Style @ Rosa Mexicano

10AM
Cantina-Style: One Pot Meals Cooking Demonstration and Luncheon
@ Rosa Mexicano
9 E 18 St b/w 5th Ave & Broadway
212-397-0666 x27
$55 including tax and gratuity

Rosa Mexicano is one of those restaurants that you kind of want to hate, because it's a chain, but the food is good! Dammit, you love it. This morning Culinary Director Roberto Santibañez teaches you to make cantina-style dishes including Zarzuela de Mariscos (cantina seafood stew: jumbo shrimp, clams, mussels and white fish braised with chorizo, baby artichokes and olives and served in a tomato-serrano chile broth) and Salsa en Molcajete (freshly ground roasted tomato (red) or tomatillo (green) salsa). And then you eat it.

No-Knead Bread-Off

6:30PM
No-Knead Bread-Off
@ The Brooklyn Kitchen
616 Lorimer & Skillman Ave
718-389-2982
RSVP above and bring your loaf!

The Brooklyn Kitchen hosts a bread-off based on the Sullivan St Bakery No-Knead Bread recipe that was in the NY Times on November 8, 2006. It takes 14+ hours to rise, so basically you should have started cooking yesterday. Prizes based on peer-review. [uncoolkids]

Japanese Restaurant Week

Japanese Restaurant Week
@ Various Restaurants

Why say a lot, when a little will do? It's yummy Japanese prix-fixe meals for not-as-much-as-usual! [through March 10]

The Schmuppet Show

8PM
The Schnuppet Show
@ Zum Schneider
107 Ave C @ 7th St
212-598-1098
$16, $12 advance

East Village beer garden Zum Schneider hosts The Schnuppet Show in celebration of German Karneval. Enjoy 12 German beers on tap and Bavarian specialities while watching a particularly rauncy version of The Muppet Show. From the Zum Schneider website:

The Chocolate Bar

5PM, 7PM, 9PM, 11PM
The Chocolate Bar
@ The Ritz-Carlton
Rise bar
14th Floor
Two West Street
917-790-2600
$75

Did you screw up Valentine's Day? Make it up to her with decadent chocolate desserts and bottomless glasses of Champagne while enjoying the stunning view of the Statue of Liberty and New York Harbor.

Free Hotel Rooms at The Paramount!

5-10PM
V-Day in the Heart of Times Square
@ The Paramount Hotel
235 West 46th St
Times Square
212-764-5500
$69 for meal & hotel room!

Sailors and nurses, either with identification or in costume, run don't walk to the Paramount to grab their special prix-fixe Valentine's Day menu. Included in your $69 meal is a
complimentary stay in one of the hotel's well-known rooms. The menu features New York classics like oysters Rockefeller, roasted prime rib of beef, New York chocolate cheesecake, and chocolate-covered strawberries.

Superbowl Party

5-10PM
Superbowl Party
@ MonkeyTown
58 N. 3rd St
Williamsburg, BK
718-384-1369
$25 minimum
Reservations recommended

Watch the big game and all the new commercials and wardrobe malfunctions on four screens while dining on a tailgating prix-fixe menu at the wonderful MonkeyTown. Watch the Bears and the Colts battle it out while you sit on your ass stuffing your face with nachos, chicken wings and Miller light - this may be Williamsburg, but you're still an American, god dammit!

Nest at Monkey Town

6-9PM
Nest Opening
@ Monkey Town
58 N 3rd St b/w Wythe and Kent
Williamsburg, BK
Free
Sponsored bar until 9PM

Nest is a year-long site-specific installation in the front dining room of Monkey Town.

Winter Restaurant Week 2007

New York Restaurant Week
January 29th - February 2nd

Spent all your money on vintage Louboutin's at Tokio 7 and finding yourself with nowhere to wear them? Some of New York's very best restaurants are offering three-course lunches for $24.07 and three-course prix-fixe dinners $35.00. Restaurant Week does not fuck around - we're talking Telepan, Del Posto, Gramercy Tavern and the list goes. These places fill right up, so you might have to hunt down an elusive non-booked table at this point.

Zora at Baton Rouge

6PM Dinner, 7:30PM Showtime
Zora
@ Baton Rouge Restaurant
458 W 145th St b/w Convent & Amsterdam
212-281-2336
$10-25

Hey check it out - the city continues north of 96th St! No shit. Spend a couple of hours in Hamilton Heights at Baton Rouge Restaurant where New Orleans actress Antonia Badon stars as Zora, the enigmatic writer and folklorist of the Harlem Renaissance. Come at 6:00PM for Dinner, theatre showtime 7:30pm.

Sweet and Savory Sunday Supper

5PM
Sweet and Savory Sunday Supper
@ James Beard House
167 West 12th St
$105

The Sunday Supper is a special format for the James Beard Foundation and will not have the regular hors d’oeuvre reception. Supper will comprise of 6 eclectic and mouthwatering courses – 3 sweet and 3 savory – from renowned pastry chefs who have crossed over to the savory side. This is a great way to spend Sunday early evening. Delicious and unusual wines will be served.

Wine Lovers’ Dinner

7PM
Wine Lovers’ Dinner
@ James Beard House
167 West 12th St
$155

Wine Speaker and industry maverick Terry Theise will serve as special host for a truly memorable traipse through German and Austrian Wines. There will be special focus on Rieslings. Chef Stachowski’s modern American menu with Eastern European inflections will be the perfect compliment.

Unlimited Mimosas!

9AM-5PM
Brunch
@ HK
523 Ninth Ave
212-947-4208

While not free, this moderately-priced Hell's Kitchen space has a nice atmosphere and a very decent prix-fixe brunch menu, including buy-one-get-unlimited mimosas, juice-free mimosas, bloody marys or bellinis. Trust me, they take their unlimited drinks policy just as seriously as you do.

International Chefs

7PM
International Chefs
@ James Beard House
167 West 12th St
$155

Chef Lora Kirk and Sommelier Sara d’Amato, both of Truffles at the Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto. A celebration of esteemed Canadian wines and elegant Canadian products. The dinner will showcase true Four Seasons style in every aspect from plate composition and table décor to guest gifts.

Sunday Brunch

12-4PM
Sunday Brunch
@ Film Center Cafe
635 9th Ave between 44th and 45th St

Enjoy a yummy brunch with free unlimited champagne.

New Year's Day Brunch

12-4PM
New Year's Day Brunch
@ Blue Moon Cafe
150 8th Ave near 18th St

Free drinks with order
Cure your hangovers with margaritas, sangrias, and more.

Thanksgiving Feast

2PM; 4:30PM; 7PM; 9:30PM
Thanksgiving Menu
@ Soho Grand Hotel and Tribeca Grand Hotel
$65 per adult, $30 per child under 12
212-965-3588 (Soho); 212-519-6677 (Tribeca)

The Soho Grand and Tribeca Grand are offering a special Holiday menu for locals who want a change to their Thanksgiving ritual or travelers who want a never-to-forget New York Thanksgiving dining experience. Here is just sampling of the mouth watering dishes on the menu : Poached Tenderloin, Roasted Trout, Sweet Potato, Parsnip Mash, Brussels Sprouts & Bacon, Pumpkin Pie, Warm Upside Down Cranberry Cake, and much more.

"Under 5 Rule"

Headshots for a Handout
@ Paramount Hotel
235 West 46th St
$5 with headshot; $10 for friends of "actors"

Celebrating the "Under 5 Rule" (actors whose parts are five lines or less) the hotel will be offering a special three-course menu for $5 in its Mezzanine Restaurant in exchange for actor's currency - the headshot. Beginning October 5th, thespians awaiting their big break can eat like a star at bargain prices when rent is due and funds are tight - friends may be brought along for just $10.

Sunday Brunch

10AM-3PM
Grand Sunday Brunch
@ Church Lounge at Tribeca Grand Hotel
2 Ave of Americas
$29.95 per person; Children 10 & under free

Complimentary Children's Films playing in the screening room at 10AM, 12PM, and 2PM.
The menu features a diverse selection of light and heavier fare including made-to-order omelets and waffles, gourmet quiche selections, shrimp cocktail, oysters on the half shell, as well as freshly baked pastries, breads, and cakes.

Japonais

Last night, I went out to a new Japanese restaurant, Japonais. This place just opened Wednesday in NYC, but it's a well established spot in Chicago that's been around for a couple years. I must say the food was incredible. I tried a bit of everything on the menu and it was all delicious, the tuna in particular was my favorite and their Japanese Pumpkin cheesecake melts in your mouth.
People are actually comparing Japonais to Morimoto (since many of the staff worked their before), so this place is a definite must. I strongly suggest checking this place out, while you still can a get a reservation.

Japonais
111 East 18 St near Park Ave
212-260-2020

Cheez-a-palooza II

7-9PM
Cheez-a-palooza II - Summer “Soulstice”
@ Nolita House
47 East Houston St
212-625-1712
$50

The Festival will feature nine of this summer’s best artisan cheeses paired by Cheese Evangelists Waldemar & Nadia and Brooklyn Brewery Brewmaster.

Restaurant Week

It's that time of year again. Yes, I am talking about Restaurant week!

Restaurant Week

It's that time of year again. Yes, I am talking about Restaurant week!

Taste of Tribeca

11:30AM-3PM
Taste of Tribeca
@ Locations
$45

ALSO TODAY...

12PM-1AM
New York Culinary Festival
@ Pier 94 - The UnConvention Center
54th St and 12th Ave

Mysterious Resonances

7-8:30PM
Wine and Music Workshop
@ Nolita House Restaurant
47 East Houston St between Mott and Mulberry St
For reservations call 212-625-1712
$50 (includes 7 different wines and a wide array of appetizers)

Winemaker and teacher Clark Smith (WineSmith Wines) will lead the Wine and Music Workshop and will teach you how to combine the right wine with the right music.

Recently Opened

Buddakan New York (in Chelsea Market)
@ 79 9th Ave between 15th and 16th St
212-989-6699

Stephen Starr has opened a Manhattan outpost of his Philadelphia restaurant.

A Voce
@ 41 Madison Ave between 25th and 26th St
212-545-8555

Chef Andrew Carmellini new spot near Madison Square Park.

Best of NY Dining

New York Magazine came out with their Best of NY issue and here is the picks for eating out.

For those who want to stay in, Lassi (28 Greenwich Ave- (212)675-2688) was voted as the best Take-Out restaurant in the city.

When it comes to Bar Food, the Pegu Club (77 West Houston St- (212)473-7348) is most popular.

And lastly, if you're feeling Romantic, take your date to Masa (10 Columbus Circle- (212)823-9800).

Restaurant Picks

El Dar
@ 171 Ave A between 10th and 11th St
212-353-5327

Egyptian, Moroccan, Italian, and America cuisine all on one plate.

Cercle Rouge
@ 241 West Broadway
212-226-6252

On March 1st, drummers and dancers entertain you while you eat as part of the Brazililan holiday, Carnivale.

Restaurant Picks for The Week

Arium
@ 31 Little West 12th St near Washington St
212-463-8630

Cute little cafe where Chef Richard Guier prepares the meals.

Aroma
@ 36 East 4th St
212-375-0100

On Thursday, February 23rd, there will be a special dinner and wine pairing by Angela Maculan from Venice. The cost is $125 per person and includes a 5 course meal with a pairing of fine with every course.

Hot Restaurants

Arium
@ 31 Little West 12th St near Washington St
212-463-8630

Cute little cafe where Chef Richard Guier prepares the meals.

Aroma
@ 36 East 4th St
212-375-0100

On Thursday, February 23rd, there will be a special dinner and wine pairing by Angela Maculan from Venice. The cost is $125 per person and includes a 5 course meal with a pairing of fine with every course.

Just Opened

The Dining Room at Country
@ 90 Madison Ave at 29th St
212-889-7100

Geoffrey Zakarian's new place has a 4-course prix-fixe menu that changes every two weeks.

Cellar 72
@ 1355 2nd Ave at 72nd St
212-639-9463

This is Guy Goldstein's new place. (FYI, the place used to be an old bagel shop)

Just Opened

Check out these new hot spots.

Morimoto
88 10th Ave at 16th St
212-989-8883

Masaharu Morimoto, former Nobu chef and Iron Chef, returns to NY to open up his new place, Morimoto.

Novo
290 Hudson St near Spring St
212-989-6410

Nuevo Latino cooking.

Pala
@ 198 Allen St near Stanton
212-614-7252

Restaurant Week

Restaurant Week is here and that means that now is your chance to get a 3-course meal at NY's poshest spots for as low as $24.

Today is the last day, so I recommend you go to the hottest restaurant in NYC and gorge on a $24 lunch while you still can.

New Hot Spots

Urera
@ 37 East 28th St near Park Ave
212-213-2328

This is Alex Urera's new place. It's a bit avant-garde and serves modern Spanish food.

Room 4 Dessert
@ 17 Cleveland Place near Kenmare St
212-941-5405

Chef Will Goldfarb prepares interesting groupings of desserts, with each one having its own theme.

Asian Influence

These restaurants recently opened:

Naka Naka
@ 458 West 17th St at 10th Ave
212-929-8544

Owner of Masa Sushi, Masato Nikamura, opened this 18-seat Japanese hot spot.

Philippe
@ 33 East 60th St between Madison and Park Ave
212-644-8885

This is Philippe Chow's, of Mr.Chow, new two-story Chinese eatery.

For Italian Lovers

There has been a flood of Italian restaurants openings this week. Here are just a few:

Del Posto
@ 85 10th Ave at 16th St
212-497-8090

Chef and owner Mario Batali goes on another venture with the opening of his new place.

Dani
@ 333 Hudson St at Charlton St
212-633-9333

Chef Don Pintabona (of Tribeca Grill) opens his own restaurant which features an excellent Sicilian menu.

Spiga
@ 200 West 84th St near Amsterdam Ave
212-362-5506

Owners, Alessandro Peluso and Salvatore Corea of Cacio e Pepe, open up another great restaurant.

Hot New Restaurants

Naka Naka
Cuisine: Japanese
458 W. 17th St & Tenth Ave.
212-929-8544

The Place on West 10th
Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired American
142 W. 10th St. & Greenwich Ave.
212-462-2880

Blaue Gans
Cuisine: Austrian
139 Duane St. & W. Broadway

Hungry?

Askew
Cuisine: Global tapas
504 La Guardia Pl.
212-529-3560

Thor
Cuisine: Global, International
107 Rivington Street
(212) 796-8040

Il Bastardo
Cuisine: Italian, Steakhouse
191 7th Ave
(212) 675-5980

Hot Restaurants

Barca 18
Cuisine: Spanish, Tapas
225 Park Ave at 18th St
212-533-2500

Ninja New York
Cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
25 Hudson St Btwn Reade & Duane St
212-274-8500

Country
Cuisine: American (New), French
90 Madison Ave at 29th St
212-889-7100

Urban Pumkin Festival

11AM-2PM
Market Garden
(Greenwich Ave (9th + W10th St)
Pumpkins, entertainment, and face painting!
FREE

Eats Up Date

The Spotted Pig has re-opened in the west village.
Despite what you may have read elsewhere we have
confirmed first hand that it is indeed now back
in effect.

The Spotted Pig
314 W. 11th St.
212-620-0393
thespottedpig.com

Valbella
has opened on West 13th Street
(between washington + 9th)
This sister outpost of Greenwich CT
Italian cusine main stay.

Also new...

Mo Pitkin’s House of Satisfaction
34 Avenue A, between 2nd and 3rd Streets,
212-777-5660.

Taste of Chinatown

1-6PM Taste of Chinatown food tasting festival;
Mott, Bowery, Baster and Canal streets in Chinatown.

Restaurant Openings

Adrienne's Pizza Bar, 54 Stone St, near Hanover Sq, 212-248-3838

Gusto Ristorante e Bar Americano, 60 Greenwich Ave, at Perry St, 212-924-8000

Taku, 116 Smith St, near Pacific St, Boerum Hill, Brooklyn, 718-488-6269

Hot Five Restaurants

Alto
520 Madison Ave. 53rd St. 212-308-1099

Bar Americain
152 W. 52nd St., nr. Seventh Ave.; 212-265-9700

Partage
92 Seventh Ave. So., nr. Bleecker St.; 212-242-2207

Radha
173 Ludlow St., nr. Houston St.; 212-473-3374

Stanton Social
99 Stanton St. Lower East Side 212-995-0099

via s l n y April issue, may is online now

Blue Ribbon Sushi

Blue Ribbon Bakery will open a new outpost on bedford for bread and other offerings from the brick oven.