There are many things to love about Basque country: gorgeous beaches, cream-filled pastries, warm days and cool nights, men in berets. But my favorite thing, I think, is the ubiquitous pintxo (think of it as Basque tapas, held on a slice of bread with a toothpick). You can build a meal out of these bite-sized snacks, [...]
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La Colombe Coffee Bar
I recently discovered what is apparently a cult favorite among discerning coffee lovers in the city: La Colombe, a spacious, high-ceilinged coffee bar on Church Street in Tribeca. It is home to fantastic cappuccinos and macchiatos, and there always seems to be plenty of seating. And speaking of seating–how annoyng is it [...]
Off-the-Menu Snacks from wd-50
This post was guest written by Sal Cangeloso.
What does renowned chef and molecular gastronomist Wylie Dufresne, proprietor of New York restaurant wd-50, serve at a private event? I discovered the answer when I attended a party for Sony’s new notebook computers at HighBar rooftop last week. Chef Dufresne was invited because of parallels Sony wanted [...]
Balthazar’s Seafood Cornucopia
Big City Little Kitchen Spy Shot
Last night, as a belated birthday dinner, I was treated to the towering fruit de mer “platter” at Balthazar. Also available in a smaller size (Le Grand, $58), Le Balthazar ($99) is a feast for two, generous snacking for four, and a towering, three-tiered spectacle for your neighboring diners [...]
Perfect Paris Evening: Le Soufflé Restaurant
Spy shot from Le Soufflé taken with camera phone
There are few things more quintessentially French than the soufflé. So, when in Paris…eat lots of them! You will find this particularly easy if you make a dinner reservation at Le Soufflé, a cozy, unpretentious nook on a tiny street in the first arrondissement. This [...]
Sunday Brunch in Paris
spy shot of brunch at les philosophes
For better or for worse, the majority of Paris is closed on Sundays. The downside is that the dining and shopping options are dramatically diminished; however, if you play your cards right, you can still have an excellent day, and not waste a moment of Paris-time.
