GerryOlds2TheReturnofGerry
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But not really...
Went to the Foul Witch x Danny Bowien pop-up last Friday and found it kind of hot and cold (but not in a good way like Mirarchi's fire & ice straciatella/nduja dish). Most of the menu was Bowien's (he seemed to be the one running the kitchen for the night), with a few FW dishes thrown in the mix. Best were probably sweetbreads with white pepper and lime, just really nicely balanced, and the fry was light and greaseless. Both large-format entrees were kind of a letdown: an otherwise very tasty dry-aged lamb saddle that was unfortunately mostly fat, and a yellowfin tuna collar that was overpoweringly oily and fishy in a way that needed the accompanying chili and scallion condiments (which were delicious) to make it more palatable. The one straightforward Italian dish we had, a celery salad with anchovies and cave-aged pecorino, was fine. I would maybe be interested in trying more of the regular FW menu, but my table walked away kind of underwhelmed.
Has anyone been for the regular menu?
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PK stepping down as critic, continuing as a reporter. https://www.instagram.com/p/DKpgvEQPmrm/
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Some friends of mine just had an anniversary dinner at Forsythia that they were raving about.
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She is beautiful
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was really good! Schneier and Rosner (which sounds like a vaudeville act) were both spot-on about how fun it is. I didn't even really mind that we waited almost an hour to be seated, since the bar has its own vibe and menu (conch and stewed short rib patty was a standout). The fact that they inherited the Ko cellar is a huge plus, and it seems like the mark-up is reasonable for NYC ($65 for a bottle of riesling sekt that retails for $40). You also get a decent amount of extras for the price (shared app, multiple sides with the mains, and a palate cleanser). Just a really exciting spot.
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Same. I haven't read his book, but this post reminded me of the documentary about him, "I Like Killing Flies." Looks like it was on Netflix at one point.
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I wrote my reply fast -- sorry if that came off brusque. Will report back on Sho! I'm a little salty that I missed the boat on Brock-led Husk and now Brock-led Audrey, but the new spot looks interesting, at least.
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1 hour ago, MitchW said:
Two questions:
1. why is this posted in the Nashville/Memphis topic?
2. Why post an eater piece that is 8 years old?
Okay, a third question:
3. How much did you drink last night? Or were other substances involved?
Because Sean Brock is obsessed with Tokyo-style pizza, and he just opened Sho Pizza Bar in Nashville.
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Interestingly, after doing some digging, it appears that Sean Brock has stepped back from Audrey. His new place serves "Tokyo-inspired pizza." Stiil considering Husk.
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What kind of experience are you looking for? Some of the most popular spots that live up to the hype are Mawn (modern Cambodian), Pietramala (refreshing and legitimately tasty vegan cooking), Her Place or My Loup (owned by the same couple, the former a supper club-type atmosphere with a prix-fixe menu, the latter a Montreal-esque bistro with Au Pied de Cochon roots), River Twice or Little Water (owned by the same couple, the former a creative, affordable seafood-focused tasting menu spot, the latter a creative, seafood-focused neighborhood restaurant with an a la carte menu), Little Walter's (modern Polish), Bastia (a recent Esquire best new restaurant pick, broadly Mediterranean but in a really fun, fresh way). The new Honeysuckle will be open with a tasting menu ($95) centered around Black food traditions; Friday Saturday Sunday, a JBFA winner for Outstanding Restaurant, is distinct, but similarly pulls from those same cooking traditions and presents them in a tasting menu format ($165). They also have a new JBFA-nominated cocktail bar called The Lovers Bar. Another great watering hole is Super Folie, a wonderful hole-in-the-wall wine bar that has the approval of NYC royalty like Pascaline Lepeltier. They just opened a new spot with a market component and a slightly larger menu called Superette. For cheesesteaks, Angelo's (though it's always mobbed) is the most famous now, but tbh, you can probably just go to Danny & Coop's in the East Village since it's essentially an offshoot; John's Roast Pork is a classic for both cheesesteaks and roast pork, and well worth the trip; check out Paesano's for a great, nontraditional pork and greens sandwich, or a unique fried chicken liver sandwich. Head to John's Water Ice for its signature frozen treat or a gelati (it's also right down the street from Fiorella, Marc Vetri's ode to pasta). Then there's Roxanne, a delightfully weird/cerebral yet playful restaurant that does silly things like putting a burger on the dessert menu, but the patty is seriously beefy and comes with a slice of room temp. Red Rock cheese, a blue-cheddar hybrid out of Wisconsin that almost makes it a cheese course. Also, two of the city's best bakeries, Machine Shop and Second Daughter, are housed in Bok, a repurposed high school that has other vendors worth checking out, plus a rooftop bar with a nice view of the city.
ETA: Speaking of living up to the hype, Kalaya really is quite good. And if you're around during the weekend, the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park is worth hitting up for items like stuffed chicken wings and lemongrass cheesesteaks.
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Thanks both for your great suggestions! Lots to consider.
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Who has been there and what did you like?
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This place is a must-visit, and I hope it's able to survive. The owner recently posted a plea for more asses in seats on Instagram. Southern-inspired tasting menu Thu-Sat. The rest of the week, it looks like they either run specials like fried chicken sandwiches or an a la carte bar menu.
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1 hour ago, small h said:
How is this even a review? It's a fan letter. If this is the way the NYT is moving, they may as well hire Scott Lynch.
What's the difference between a rave review and a fan letter?
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14 minutes ago, MitchW said:
Priya should take a fucking Ativan, and get on with it.
I recently had a great solo meal at the bar of a local bar (and grill), eating fried mushrooms while on mushrooms.
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Any and all recommendations welcome. Thanks!
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This is all great info, thanks! And all places (with the exception of El Chorro Lodge) that hadn't come up in my searches.
I haven't gotten to do much dining out in Phoenix because I'm with a larger group, and most of the people don't really care about restaurants. I will say that I had a great breakfast/brunch at Testal, a cafe serving Northern Mexican food (Chihuahua).
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15 hours ago, Evelyn said:
I really liked Wren and Wolf (Phoenix) and Beginner's Luck (Scottsdale)-but not really a dining experience. We ate at 2 other places during the Final Four last year. I'm blanking on the names. Both were very good. When I get home I'll check my notes.
Thanks for these suggestions! Wren and Wolf was not on my radar and it looks great. If you've been, do you think Pizzeria/Pane Bianco is worth visiting?
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Looking for recommendations for an upcoming trip. Has anyone been recently?
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La Casita Blanca is great. So is La Alcapurria Quema in Santurce. Chocobar Cortes is worth a stop for lunch or a coffee/snack. El Batey, La Factoria, The Mezzanine, and The Cannon Club for drinks in OSJ; Botanico for drinks outside of OSJ (I'm sure there are more I'm missing). I haven't been, but Cocina al Fondo looks really good from a JBFA winner. Cafe Manolin is a solid greasy spoon for breakfast. Señor Paletas for paletas in fun flavors. ETA: Have a great time!
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On 10/10/2024 at 1:17 AM, carolinacattlecompany said:
Cabbage is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of ways in cooking.
Cabbage is low calories but high in nutrients and fiber.
Not enough people are saying this.
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Really enjoyed our meal here. Had a bit of sticker shock looking at the menu but found the portions (at least for the mains) to be fairly generous (though my relatively modest square of Atlantic cod was just under $50). Unfortunately, the garlic butter scallops are only two to an order now instead of four, but as fans of King, we all thought the cooking was comparable. Service was fantastic (coconut cake on the house after we noticed a bunch of other tables ordering it) and it's undeniably cozy inside.
Foul Witch
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I went to Mission Chinese at Cha Kee last summer and enjoyed it well enough. I would bet it's an even better experience since cocktail wiz / Momofuku vet John deBary became GM a few months ago.