Location: 349 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Best Dish: The french toast and it’s amazing maple butter were superb, but the dish that stole our hearts was the “Bennie,” with many possible combinations the ingredients ensure that every incarnation will be a good one.
Overall: A great brunch service with a diverse crowd and delicious dishes. Ideal for a special celebration or a weekend treat.
On November 11, the James Beard Foundation (JBF), will pay tribute to the multi-cultural cuisines of Singapore and the United States at the preeminent culinary organization’s 30th anniversary gala at the iconic Rainbow Room in New York City. The JBF Gala: Singapore’s Culinary Crossroads will feature award-winning chefs from Singapore (Cheryl Koh, LG Han, Yew Eng Tong) who will combine creative talents with Cat Cora and JBF Award winner Alfred Portale. The unique, globe-spanning gastronomic gathering is being presented by the Singapore Tourism Board. Specialty cocktails will be created by Employees Only, the world-renowned cocktail bar that opened its second location in Singapore this summer.
Location: 303 Park Avenue South, New York, NY
Cuisine: Healthy
Best Dish: The backyard burger is a surprisingly filling and tasty option, but the Mahi Curry stood out as the favorite. The curry was decadent but somehow the veggies remained crisp and fresh tasting.
Overall: A healthy homestyle eatery perfect for a post workout meal, or a healthy alternative for your next casual night out.
One of the hardest things to do is walk by a Cinnabon bakery and not walk in. The smell of freshly baked buns and cinnamon is nearly impossible to resist. Though we never really need a reason to visit the local bakery, Cinnabon’s new BonBites are worth the trip.
New York City nightlife in the 70’s was as the kids say, Lit. Nightclubs and exclusive lounges littered the city and despite the crime and poverty that plagued much of the city party goers always found a place to be. The night scene attracted ambitious creative people who met and mingled enjoying drinks and good food.
This week we stopped by one of New York’s most talked about dining experiences, Sushi Roxx. After getting a glimpse of the restaurant on The Real Housewives of New York City, we couldn’t wait. The trendy Japanese inspired dinner theater and club hybrid just celebrated their one year anniversary and is already planning lots of surprises for years to come. Their latest major announcement is a partnership with Karina Smirnoff, you may know her from being an award-winning dancer and perfecting her moves on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. Smirnoff has signed on board to choreograph the fourth performance installment called “ROXX:RELOADED” at Sushi Roxx. She brings 20 years of experience to make it the biggest and best show to-date. During multiple dinner seating’s, guests will be invited to a nightly spectacle where the wait-staff seamlessly slip from servers into the spotlight and “Flash Mob” to select songs.
New York welcomes a European fast-food chain to its constantly evolving foodie scene. Teremok is a major chain of restaurants in Russia. The chain offers Russian fast food but doesn’t expect a burger and fries, they specialize in bliny.
Location: 420 Amsterdam Avenue
Cuisine: Caviar /American
Best Dish: The crab cakes were delicious but the star of the caviar bar was the caviar pizza. This unique pie is as glorious to the eye as it is to the palate.
Overall: A relaxed casual way to enjoy premium beverages and opulent caviar. The right venue for an interesting date night with an adventurous foodie or a treat with good friends.
