As usual I was running late. My dining companion texted me a picture of his refreshing Margarita to make me feel even worse as I was making my way to Brooklyn. When I finally arrived, I was greeted by our spunky waiter, an annoyed friend, and the delicious scent of Mexican food. All was right in the world.
The year is 1994 and Noah Diaz is having a hard time making ends meet. The Brooklyn native puts his computer skills to use around the hood but it isn’t enough to help his family rise above mounting medical bills. A chance encounter with a sentient hot rod introduces the ambitious young man to the Autobots, a faction of Transformers trapped on Earth desperately seeking a way home. The hands of fate also draw in young historian Elena Wallace who unknowingly uncovers an artifact that could be the Autobot’s ticket home. Unfortunately for all, the piece was also tracked by a world-devouring God called Unicron who sends his henchmen to retrieve the piece. In order to save the planet, humans and machines must band together to preserve life as we know it and save the world from its biggest threat.
Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn has a new gem everyone should check out. It’s called Sweet Catch and it brings the flavors of the Carolinas to New York City. The new hot spot is the brainchild of Ka-Wana Jefferson, a Bronx native, who has a passion for good culinary experiences. I stopped by on a beautiful Saturday morning for Brunch and was immediately captivated by the serene environment as you opened the doors. The space is decorated with a southern style decor and hosts many photos which showcase black culinary history and Heritage.
Netflix is home to many popular shows like Squid Game and Stranger Things. One of my favorites among the slew of hits is Money Heist, a Spanish heist crime drama that is now in its 5th season. Netflix has teamed up with Fever for one of the most immersive experiences I’ve ever seen. Guests can now be a part of the gang and test their skills at breaking,
The countdown to Seltzer Land has officially begun. This highly anticipated event is brought to you by Cannonball Productions, a New York City based company led by Kate Levenstien, which is known for producing popular stadium-sized culinary events like the Bacon and Beer Classic and Taco Takeover. To celebrate the kick-off of the Seltzer Land, Corona Hard Seltzer sponsored a private party at Slate in NYC. The invite-only crowd of seltzer lovers was among the first to try Corona Hard Seltzer, one of the many brands, which will be highlighted at Seltzer Land. Corona Hard Seltzer is a crisp, lightly carbonated spiked sparkling water with natural flavors. It boasts 4.5% alcohol by volume, only 90 calories, 0g carbs and 0g sugars per 12 oz. serving*.
Earlier this month in France, Champagne purveyor Pol Roger finally opened the first two bottles of their rare 120-year-old champagne. The bottles had been recovered from a 1900 cellar collapse, which devastated the company. The collapse was caused by rain and cost the company an estimated 1.5 million bottles of premium champagne. The bottles were discovered in January of 2018, as the company was building a new packaging facility, above the site of the collapsed cellar. Before torrential rain halted the excavation, they were able to unearth 23 intact bottles which were sealed with wax. Last week, Pol Roger brought their famous champagne to Brooklyn, to toast the borough’s most well-known bridge. A champagne reception and intimate dinner were held at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge’s, stylish rooftop eatery, Harriet’s. The evening was hosted by Hubert De Billy, a fifth-generation member of the Pol Roger family who thoroughly explained Pol Roger’s connection to the massive Brooklyn Bridge which was once used to store their precious champagne.
South Village Hospitality, the group behind restaurants like Carroll Place, will open its doors to their newest venture, Ainslie. Located in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, the wine bar and beer garden serves up hearty Italian dishes, including wood-fired pizza. The kitchen is helmed by NYC veteran chef John DeLucie. Hailing from Puglia, Italy Erasmo ‘Mino’ Lassandro runs the wood-fired oven as a lead pizza maker. Jessica Duré, formerly with Broken Shaker, is currently overseeing the beverage program.
Location: 681 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Cuisine: Mexican
Cost: $$
Overall: A cozy neighborhood shop for authentic Mexican eats and scrumptious margaritas.
For the last five years, family-owned Citrico has been serving authentic home-style Mexican Cuisine, in Prospect Heights. This small unassuming bistro is located a few short blocks from The Brooklyn Museum and has become a favorite among its patrons. The restaurant is known for its welcoming atmosphere and traditional recipes. Owner Noor Shikari and husband Chef Luis Dávila pride themselves on cultivating an authentic culinary experience, presenting flavors and textures found at Abuela’s (Grandmother’s) table.