Since 1868 the Old Homestead Steakhouse, located at 56 9th Avenue in the heart of the meatpacking district, has been one of the most iconic steak restaurants in New York City. It’s known for its exemplary prime aged USDA Texas-size slabs of beef from sirloin to porterhouse to filet mignon. Not only is the food delicious, but the service is… Read more →
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NYC Restaurant Review : Cotenna
One of the most wonderful things about fine dining in New York, is that you can find it anywhere. Whether it’s a hole in the wall or a luxurious eatery, great food is everywhere. Recently on a trip to the West Village, I stumbled upon a tiny Italian restaurant and wine bar. Nestled on a quiet street adjacent to the… Read more →
NYC Restaurant Review : Grey Lady
Although we are at the peak time of native New Yorkers vacating the city in search of more greenery and waterside locales, a restaurant on the Lower East Side brings all of the tastes and aesthetics of New England island life to Manhattan. Grey Lady, located on Delancey and Allen is a beautiful bar and restaurant that provides a perfect… Read more →
The Art of Ordering Wine
In addition to consulting with my earlier tips on how to select a wine to go with your Restaurant Week special, watch the video below for more advice on how to order wine like a pro. Read more →
Don’t Forget the Wine : Restaurant Week
With restaurant week quickly approaching, many are making their reservations now to experience fine dining at its best throughout New York City.This time of year is hailed by foodies and the more casual consumers of fine cuisine as an excellent chance to experiment with some of the most buzzed about eateries that New York has to offer. As residents and… Read more →
NYC Restaurant Review: Lincoln Square Steak
Just about a decade ago, the Upper West Side was known as a sort of wasteland when it cam to dining options. The gravitas of cultural institutions like the Museum of Natural History, the New York Historical Society and Lincoln Center dwarfed the underdeveloped restaurant scene. Since then, however a number of eateries have popped up in this neighborhood, making… Read more →
For the Love of Wine
Dining Al Fresco in Chelsea
With summer quickly approaching, there are a few things that we, as New Yorkers, have grown to expect. Although temperatures reaching upwards of 80 degrees will certainly make some flee the city limits, braving the months of June through August in New York have their rewards. With longer days come a smattering of cultural events like outdoor concerts, extended openings… Read more →
Best Vineyards on Long Island
With the spring and summer closely approaching, vineyard season will be beginning soon. Though California is one of the premier places for vineyards and wineries, New York City is slowly inching up to claim its place. Long Island holds some of the best soils for grape growing due to its sandy soil. The area holds unique glacial soils due to… Read more →
NYC Wine Review: Wölffer Premier Cru Merlot
As a native New Yorker, I always support vineyards that are here locally in the state. While California is known to be the premier state in the US for vineyards and delicious wines, New York is definitely right on the heels of the Golden State in terms of premier vineyards in the country. Because of this, I am a frequent… Read more →