Foodies in all stages should at some point make a pilgrimage to a local food festival. These events provide an entry way into the kitchens of some of the best eateries most of which are right in your back yard.
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.
Location: 115 Lexington Avenue New York, NY
Cuisine: Authentic Indian
Items: 2 small plates, 2 entrees, 3 cocktails
Cost: 0 (With 20% tip)
Best Dish: The curried goat is by far the best we’ve had in the city. The meat was spicy and savory. The tender chunks of goat meat melt in your mouth, and the spiciness can be adjusted according to your preference.
Overall: A chic sophisticated alternative to the usual Indian restaurant.
The Breakdown
Location: 106 Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10016 Tel: (212) 684-6842 Email: info@singapuranyc.com www.singapura.com
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Dishes: 1 appetizer, 3 entrees, 1 dessert
Cost: $62 (20% gratuity included)
Best Dish: The chicken Roti Canai is an amazing appetizer, the warm bread melts instantly on impact.
Overall: A relaxed cozy atmosphere perfect for an adventurous date or night out with fellow foodies.
Though Summer doesn’t officially begin until mid June, most consider memorial day weekend as the officially unofficial start of the summer party season. Weather permitting this weekend is usually filled with garden parties, barbeques and for us city dwellers rooftop soirees. Bar d’Eau is one of many venues opening up to the public this week. The intimate oasis is on the 7th floor of the beautiful Trump Soho. Summer came early for team JSD as we were cordially invited to attend the exclusive preview before the official public opening.
Opening this week Granduca di Sicilia is the newest addition to the the Granduca restaurant family. Granduca has two restaurants in Sicily, one in St. Marten, and another located in New York City on East 35th street.
Breakdown:
Location: Bahr Che, 26 Astor Place, call 212.260.2220 for reservations
Cuisine: Wine/ lunch/brunch/tapas
Cost: $50+ tip (depending on your penchant for wines/desserts)
The Break Down
Location: The DL 95 Delancey Street
Cuisine: Eclectic International Cuisine
Items: 3 cocktails, 6 tapas plates.
Best Dish: The “Crock of Lamb” is not to be missed, our favorite dish of the evening. If you’re not into lamb we suggest the mac and cheese, amazing!
Cost: $145 (with 20% gratuity)