New Orleans-Inspired Cuisine at Masq
Masq’s jambalaya with shrimp, andouille sausage, and a small dollop of creamy goat cheese It’s not easy to find a good jambalaya in New…
Casual Greek Fare at Faros in Park Slope
Afroditi salad with figs, dried cranberries, and fried halloumi cheese at Faros in Park Slope. There are few great restaurants in Park Slope. Happily,…
Easy Everyday Pancakes
Every year, Melissa and I spend a long weekend in Vermont at a country bed & breakfast called the Henry Farm Inn. In the…
A Taste: Tacos at Haab in Park Slope and Williamsburg
The rise of the authentic Mexican taco in New York City is one of the most promising food trends of the last several years….
Thanksgiving Leftovers: Kung Pao Turkey
Thanksgiving is almost as much about the leftovers as it is about the main event. Turkey and stuffing go on sandwiches, cranberry sauce becomes…
A Taste: Matzoh Ball Soup at Ben’s Deli
Some days I really just want a good matzoh ball soup. On days like that, when I can’t get to Grandma’s house, or Katz’s…
Vietnamese Rice Noodle Bowl with Tofu – Bun Dau Hu
Inspired by Mike’s bún gà nướng sả and, as always, by his trip to Vietnam, I decided one night to try my hand at a…
Beyond the Five Boroughs: The Foods of Brescia
Mozzarella caprese at Locanda dei Guasconi in Brescia This is the second part of our travel series on Northern Italy. Brescia is an ancient city…
A Taste: Yellowfin Tuna Ribbons at Jean-Georges
Jean-Georges, the flagship restaurant of master chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, is the ultimate fine dining experience. The atmosphere is elegant and sophisticated, with white tablecloths,…
Japanese Small Plates in an Intimate Setting at Zenkichi
Shrimp and corn tempura stuffed with camembert cheese. A surprising combination that somehow works. Zenkichi doesn’t exactly have a dining room. Instead, the dimly…