Danny Bowien, the “2013 James Beard Rising Star Chef” appeared on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon for a Mexican-themed food and cocktail demo featuring, what else, Danny’s infamous “Mole Chicken Wings” and “Dirty Caliche Horchata”! Before biting into, what Fallon refers to as, “the best wing he’s ever had,” Danny invites Jimmy and Questlove to chug a trio of “sake bombs” with a Mexican twist – by dropping shots of the new Caliche rum into his homemade horchata and shots of the new Caliche Rum.
Location: 522 Hudson Street New York, NY 10014
Cuisine: American
Items: 3 small plates, 2 entrees, 2 glasses of wine, 1 dessert
Cost: Menu items range in price from $5-$28 and wine is $9-11 per glass
Best Dish: The Hake was absolutely delicious and more than worth the price.
Overall: A relaxed intimate space, perfect for a quick bite or a romantic dinner. The space will be especially nice once the weather improves as it has outdoor seating. Make reservations or get there early, the small space can be easily and quickly filled!
What happens when you bring together the non-conformist multi-hyphenate genius of The Bullitts, Jeymes Samuel and the Award-Winning Bulleit Bourbon label founded by former lawyer Tom Bulleit?
That question was answered when They Die By Dawn debuted in New York City at an exclusive screening event at Tribeca Cinemas on March 19.
The partnership between Bulleit Bourbon and Jeymes Samuel launches an ongoing commitment by Bulleit Bourbon to collaborate with emerging artists in film, art, and music who are passionate about making their visions a reality like a founder Tom Bulleit who quit his successful law practice to resurrect his family’s Bulleit Bourbon distillery.
They Die By Dawn, the film, and the soon to be released album is the latest passion project from musician, director, writer, producer, artist Jeymes Samuel. They Die By Dawn is a 50-minute Western, starring a dream cast of the most talented actors of color working in entertainment today.
Americans, on average, consume 185,000 Margaritas per hour making it one of the most frequently ordered drinks in the US year round! To make the perfect margarita, it all begins with three essential ingredients: Cointreau, tequila and lime juice! As the creator of the margarita, Margarita Sames, always said: “A Margarita without Cointreau is not worth its salt!” A vital ingredient, Cointreau’s orange zest delivers that rich sweetness to the margarita, without compromising its bitter and salty taste.
Location: 50 SPRING STREET NOLITA | NEW YORK CITY (BETWEEN MULBERRY & LAFAYETTE STREETS)
Cuisine: Mexican Tapas (Small plates)
Items: 7 plates, 4 glasses of Sangria
Cost: with 20% tip
Best Dish: For a wow factor try the toasted crickets. The surprising taste and texture are a great talking point and make for a fab dining experience. If you’re not quite so adventurous give the Zacatecas a try, you simply can not go wrong with savory sirloin and gooey melty cheese.
Over the past four years we have reviewed an endless amount of restaurants and lounges but have finally found one of our favorites. It’s called Toshi’s Living Room, the Flatiron Hotel’s newest live music venue bar and restaurant. Owned by hotelier Robert “Toshi” Chan, the cozy living room exudes a effervescent ambiance and extensive food prepared by Lavanderos, a Mexican-born chef and a graduate of the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City and exquisite cocktail menu.
Location: 1191 First Avenue, Between 64th & 65th New York, NY 10021Tel. 212.585.1818
Cuisine: Contemporary Mexican
Items: 8 cocktails, 10 small plates
Cost: $82 with 20% gratuity
Best Dish: With so many amazing options it was really hard to choose a favorite, but the Maya Dog can not be missed!
Overall: Relaxed atmosphere with chic surroundings.
Director: Oliver Stone
Writer: Shane Salerno, Don Winslow, Oliver Stone
Cast: Taylor Kitsch, Blake Lively, Aaron Johnson, Benicio Del Toro, Salma Hayek, John Travolta