Paname is a slang term for Paris, which makes it a fitting name for this relaxed and modern bistro. Well, as modern as a restaurant decked out in Art Nouveau can be. But Paname is certainly modern in its approach to French dining. It manages to retain a classy air […]
Midtown East
Chimichurri Grill East
When your friend takes you out for Argentinian food, you typically imagine either giant hunks chimichurri covered beef or a tiny stand slinging empanadas. The idea of an elaborate, multi-course dinner is about as expected as someone complimenting my tango dancing skills. But as Chef Carlos Darquea reminded me Argentine food […]
Sel et Poivre Take 2
I recently returned to Sel et Poivre, a gorgeous Upper East Side French restaurant I first visited two years ago. Looking back at my post from back then, it seems like the main thing that has changed is my beard has gotten longer. You can read that post for an […]
Jubilee
When you approach Jubilee you immediate know you’re in for something special. The intricately carved Mahogany door resembles the entrance to a French Chateau. But step inside the multi-room restaurant covered in wood and photographs has a hominess that puts you at ease. Make your way to the back where […]
Tulsi
Every once in a while a restaurant blows you away be resetting how you think about a certain type of cuisine. I had been underwhelmed by several of New York’s other upscale Indian offerings, so I was skeptical when I was invited to try Tulsi. But this is the real […]