Xie Xie – CLOSED
I visited Xie Xie for lunch one day to try their famous Asian fusion sandwiches. I was happy to see Top Chef Angelo Sosa in the kitchen and took a couple of really poor iPhone shots. He took my order … Continue reading →
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Choptank – CLOSED
Seafood – Maryland Theme http://www.choptanknyc.com/ 308 Bleeker St. – West Village The atmosphere at Choptank is very masculine and casual. Green walls, black and white pics. Nothing special. The seafood was good, but we were not blown away. They make … Continue reading →
Vyne – CLOSED
Wine Bar http://www.vynenewyork.com/ 82 W 3rd St. – W. Village Vyne is in an odd neighborhood for it’s level of sophistication. It is surrounded by NYU bars, but it’s the perfect spot for adults to have a nice glass of … Continue reading →
Social Eatz – CLOSED
Cheap Eats, Asian Fusion, Notable Chef, Burgers http://socialeatz.com/ 232 East 53rd St – Midtown East Social Eatz is a moderately priced Asian Fusion/Comfort Food eatery owned by Top Chef contestant Angelo Sosa. They recently won Eater’s Top Burger in America … Continue reading →
Playoff Wings
This is a recipe I’ve now tried a few times and had a chance to modify. The dredging in flour/spice rub makes these superior to any I’ve made before. Refrigeration for 1 hour with the rub is also key. But … Continue reading →
Sam Sifton’s Top 10 New Restaurants of 2011
By SAM SIFTON Published: December 27, 2011 FOLLOWING is a list of my favorite new restaurants among those that I reviewed in 2011, before stepping down as critic in October. It suggests a strong year for smart-casual cooking, the sort of … Continue reading →