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Eugene’s Diner in Port Chester

David DiBari, my friend and one of the most innovative and creative chefs in Westchester, earned a coveted Bib Gourmand from the first Michelin Guide to cover Westchester for Eugene’s Diner. (He earned one for another Westchester restaurant, too: The […]

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The Heron in Narrowsburg

Pimento cheese. Buttermilk fried chicken. And yet, a classic Reuben! The Heron, an adorable little restaurant in an adorable little town, brings together Southern and classic cuisine, and does so with a creative, farm-to-table bent. Shirley Temples are served in […]

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Easy Tiger in Austin

We lunched at adorable cafe-bakery-coffee-craft beer combo, complete with a beer garden and games, like foozball and Uno. Hello, cousins! Fabulous bratwurst with homemade sauerkraut. Delicious. Sam had — wait for it — a pretzel. At least she was finally […]

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South + Pine in Morristown

Another super lunch at South + Pine in Morristowns. The chorizo croquettes, though not on the program, were to die for. Also, chef Leia Gaccione makes a killer burger. Bunless keeps it harmelss. We also ordered a salad, Black Caesar, […]

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Hearth & Tap in Montvale

It’s nice enough to be on a patio! After-work drinks and snacks at Hearth & Tap. Chicken liver mousse: Fried Brussels sprouts. The 411 on Hearth & Tap. Related posts: Communal Kitchen in Nyack Cooking for Thanskgiving Brussels Sprouts Salad […]

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Spoon and Stable in Minneapolis

Spoon and Stable in the Warehouse District has everything going for it: a beautiful soaring space in an old industrial building, a great cocktail program, a world-class chef and absolutely delicious food. Plus, we were able to enjoy all that […]

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Wagon Wheel Cafe in Mankato

Breakfast at an old-school cafe in Mankato. 45s on the wall, pleather booths: Appliances from the ’50s: Omelet, sausage and a little biscuit gravy on the side. Delishy. The 411 on the Wagon Wheel Cafe. Related posts: A Recap of […]

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Communal Kitchen in Nyack

A fun meal with friends at Communal Kitchen in Nyack. We ordered a bunch of things to share. Here are some standouts. Pork belly with kim chi. Their take on David Chang’s Brussel sprouts: I see Traci through my wine! […]

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Cannibal in Manhattan

Drinks and delicious food with old friends at Cannibal in Manhattan. Cocktails! Pate with pickled mustard seeds! Crispy Pig’s Ear Salad with chicory, pickled shallots, herbs, soft egg, dijon vinaigrette: Fantastic! Boo and Eric: Maris, Kelli and me: Two dishes […]

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JG Melon in Manhattan

What a classic place. Melon’s, as everyone calls it, has been around since the 70s, and is known for one thing: the  hamburger. It’s a great old bar, with green striped tablecloths and photos, paintings, signs and sculptures of melons […]

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Sharkey’s in Clifton

A most excellent lunch of wings and (only a couple of) Disco fries at a delightful dive: Sharkey’s in Clifton. Related posts: Mighty Quinn’s in Clifton Barrow House in Clifton Rutt’s Hutt in Clifton Tick Tock Diner in Clifton

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Charlie Bird in Manhattan

To New York, for a visit with Kelli and a delicious meal at Charlie Bird in SoHo. It starts with a martini. Cute place. Super loud, but the buzz was fun. Fried zucchini blossom. Crunchy and sweet. Delicious. Fluke. Isn’t […]

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The Crosby in Montclair

The Crosby is a new-ish spot in Montclair — a great spot for drinks, especially considering how few places have liquor licenses in New Jersey. The space is open and airy, and the cocktail menu was creatively devised (bonus: the drinks are […]