Mar 26
NEWYORK.GRUBSTREET.comMeat Blend: 70/30 ratio
Meat Source: Creekstone from Pat LaFrieda
Patty Weight:: Eight ounces
Cooking Method: Char-grill
Roll: Grilled sourdough
Toppings: Homemade pickles, lettuce, tomato, onion, special sauce, cheese
Price: $14
Accolades: “The lunchtime ‘8 oz. Burger’ is a worthy entry in the city’s haute-burger sweepstakes.” -Adam Platt
NYMag.com Listing
JUSTINLOVESFOOD.com-Was at the beer store this weekend and little bit surprised to see that Magic Hat Brewery had already introduced their 2010 Spring Seasonal, Vinyl Lager, considering I had to trapse through snow to get to the store.
Now that I have it back at home and have drank a couple, I have to say that I really like this easy drinking amber lager. It’s quite delicious.
Go to your local liquor store, pick up a 6 pack, and let me know what you think.
Here’s a little promotional video that Magic Hat did for the Vinyl release:
Mar 26
NICEMATINNYC.com-”While researching their latest project, partners Simon Oren (Marseille, Sushi Samba, L`Express) and chef Andy d`Amico (Sign of the Dove, Little Dove) traveled and ate their way through Nice in the fall of 2002. Opened in April, 2003 in Manhattan`s newest culinary destination – the Upper West Side – Nice Matin is a delightful concoction destined to enchant each and every visitor.”
Mar 26
NY.EATER.com- Chelsea: First came Tom: Tuesday Dinner, then Damon: Frugal Fridays(which btw will be closed this Friday for a private event). Now, the latest news coming from the strategists within the Craft Empire: Halfsteak. Starting on Wednesday, the front section of Tom Colicchio’s restaurant Craftsteak will be called “Halfsteak” and will serve a menu of small plates, sandwiches, “small pots”, and yes, half orders of steaks, all priced under $15. Oh ho ho, but that is not all. They will also serve half pints, half cocktails, and individually sized desserts like cupcakes and ice cream sandwiches. We should note the betting lines are now open for guesses as to what Tommy C will come up with next. More details in the full press release below and a look at the menu:
Original 5 Napkin Burger
Meat Blend: Fresh-ground chuck
Meat Source: Pat LaFrieda
Patty Weight: Ten ounces
Cooking Method: Griddle
Roll: Brioche roll from Pane D’Oro bakery in Yonkers
Toppings: Comte cheese, caramelized onions, rosemary aioli
Height: Four inches
Price: $13.95
Accolades: “Ten ounces thick and very well dressed, it’s a monster with class.” -NYT
NYMag.com Listing
FOXNEWS.com- Reality television star Kim Kardashian and New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush have split for the second time, E! Online reported Tuesday. The couple called it quits after struggling with Kardashian’s hectic schedule and increasing fame, sources told the entertainment news site.
Mar 20
I met JL for a man lunch with some jolly ole fellows (one of which looks like a hot italian sausage with block feet).
Right of the Exit 10 off of I-95 is Darien’s best kept secret for Burger’s and fries, Jake’s Place.
The owner is very friendly and a town favorite and from what I hear, an avid Yankees fan.
The Cheeseburger today was topped with American Cheese, 3 Alarm pepepprs (also seen on the 3 Alarm Cheesesteak which is another PHENOMENAL item on the menu. Don’t be scared!) and a sesame seed bun lightly toasted.
The above photo should not be confused with the “Jakes Burger”. Which is a burger, inside a grilled cheese, with coleslaw and russian dressing. In other words, a cheeseburger I could settle down and watch romantic comedies with.
This burger is a SOLID chargrilled staple and worth a pit-stop off of I-95 when passing through the TRI-State area or roaming around town on a Saturday afternoon.’