Why Come Here? Modern Nordic dining experience from Noma Co-Founder When a restaurant opens from a co-founder of the former #1 restaurant in the world, its going to get my attention. Such is the case with Agern, a recently opened Nordic eatery from Claus Meyer of Noma in Copenhagen and […]
Midtown East
Sushi Yasuda
Why Come Here? Experience sushi in its purest form, world class omakase experience New York may have nearly as many sushi restaurants as Starbucks, but when it comes to eating raw fish in its purest form, there is no better place than Sushi Yasuda. The laser focus on the food begins right at the entrance: […]
Hide-Chan Ramen
Why Come Here? NYC’s richest ramen broth, solid option for Midtown Easters Hakata Kuro Ramen In researching New York ramen bars for my ramen quest, the three names that kept coming up as if to form a holy triumvirate are Ippudo, Totto and Hide-Chan (which is owned by the same […]
Angus Club Steakhouse
Why Come Here? Unique and inviting steakhouse decor, prime angus steaks dry aged for 35 days I was recently invited to a press dinner at Angus Club, a new Midtown steakhouse started by four Benjamin Steakhouse vets. You may be thinking that Midtown East needs a new steakhouse about as […]
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 […]