Food Network star and winner of Chopped Redemption, Chef Sammy Davis, Jr. (yes, that’s his real name) is growing his Restauranteur portfolio by opening Catch 22, his first restaurant in Washington, DC, and the grand opening held this past weekend.
Last night, New York City was chilly but at Soho Cigar Bar, the atmosphere was warm, cozy, and inviting as the Cigar hotspot celebrated its 20th Anniversary. Soho Cigar Bar began as Circa Tabac and has the vibes of a 1920’s speakeasy with plush leather furnishings and art deco inspired décor. Over 150 guests packed the bar where everyone indulged in the finest cigars, signature cocktails, delicious food, and top-notch service. Even owner Lee Ringelheim and GM Michael Dounoulis, who is the only certified Cigar Sommelier in the state, greeted guests and made sure everyone was having a good time.
Location: 150 West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036
Cuisine: French/Steakhouse
Best Dish: The Veal Chops were excellent. The outside has a crisp sear and the inside was juicy and tender.
Cost: $$$
Overall: A Kosher steakhouse with retro charm. An ideal choice for a quick pre-show bite in the heart of Broadway.
Location: 62 Greenwich Avenue, New York, NY
Cuisine: American Steakhouse/Seafood
Best Dish: The crab cake was delicious, but the steak was the star. The Tomahawk was incredible. It was tender and succulent.
Cost: $$$
Overall: Uptown meets downtown in this elegant eatery. Greenwich Steakhouse is the upscale experience the West Village has been waiting for.
Harrys of London’s New York City flagship hosted an invitation-only holiday party, “Harrys of London Bar” to celebrate the festive season and the introduction of the Fall/Winter 2018 Collection to New York City’s fashion scene. “Harrys of London Bar”, a spin on a London private club, was a holiday shopping experience celebrating the contemporary British footwear brand as the shoe fit for New York City’s high society.
Location: 1011 3rd Ave New York, NY 10065
Cuisine: Mediterranean American
Best Dish: The Cavatelli was outstanding. The Bolognese was rich and flavorful with tender morsels of veal and beef. We highly recommend this dish, be sure to top it with plenty of shaved Parmesan.
Cost: $$$
Overall: A modern eatery with a focus on traditional Mediterranean fare. An ideal location for an impressive date night or special treat.
During the busy holiday season and leading into a new year, a feel-good story that speaks to exceptional generosity can be a welcome change from the everyday hustle and bustle.
On Wednesday, November 28th, we joined Global Alive founder Evageline Plakas at Nerai Restaurant, located in Midtown Manhattan. The Hellenic Culinary Luncheon took guests through a virtual journey of Greece with stunning visuals of the chic destination and delicious Greek cuisines. To get things started, Plakas welcomed guests with a champagne toast and explained Global Alive’s mission, which is to bring Greek/Cypriot-Americans closer together with the Greek community and its ever-growing enterprises. Currently, Global Live has two publications, Hellenic Golden Directory and HellenicDailyNews.com.