Why Come Here? Some of NYC’s best ramen The Counter Continuing on my high-end ramen pilgrimage, my third stop was Totto Ramen. After Ippudo, Totto is probably the next most well known of the city’s ramen dens. Naturally this means you can expect to wait. I have heard two hours […]
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Sel et Poivre
Why Come Here? French classics rarely still seen in NYC, perfect for a meal with the family or a date New York, not Paris This June, Sel et Poivre will mark it’s 25th anniversary. It certainly doesn’t feel old, but it does represent something that’s become much more of an […]
Momoya
Why Come Here? Trendy neighborhood sushi spot, inventive dishes Right Amount for 2: 2 apps, sushi tasting or 3-4 rolls Edamame Ricotta Dumplings New York City teems with literally thousands of sushi restaurants, yet they can all be placed into three basic categories: your straight up delivery operation, the $100+-per-head-fish-flown-in-daily-from-Tokyo […]
Ivan Ramen Slurp Shop
Tokyo Shio Ramen Why Come Here? A great bowl of ramen on the lighter side Following my life-altering ramen experience at Ippudo, I have set out on a quest to explore the world of these high-end Japanese soup noodles. For my sophomore bowl I decided upon newcomer Ivan Ramen Slurp […]
El Maguey y La Tuna
Mole Poblano Why Come Here? NYC’s best mole sauces, authentic Mexican small town feel Right Amount for 2: 1 App, 2 Entrees Mexican restaurants in NYC tend to fall into two categories: the hole-in-the-wall taqueria and the upcale “Modern Mexican.” While I certainly enjoy frequenting both of these concepts, what’s […]