I stopped by a few weeks ago to see what all the hype was about. And yes, it is sceney, with very good looking people around. In fact, Jude Law was at a back table with a bevy of pretty young things the night I dined. Beyond the pretty people though, there is some terrific Jamaican cuisine being served up.
Cod fish fritters ($9), served with a curry dipping sauce were delightful
Jerk grilled corn ($5), with toasted coconut is awesome.
Lobster tacos had a great tangy flavor to them.
That staple jerk chicken ($19), slow cooked and grilled, and served with a marinated cucumber salad, was dandy. I mean, I've been to Jamaica, and the best jerk chicken I've had comes from those street grills in Montego Bay, but this did my body good on Houston St.
Curry goat ($23), pasture raised goat, Jamaican curry, and Irish potatoes, was a pleasure to consume. A fine dish with great flavor.
Miss Lily's is a fun joint, with fine Jamaican fare, and a true welcome addition to the downtown scene. As their website states, "In short, Miss Lily's is an island vacation in the middle of a busy city." My type of vacay.
Miss Lily's
132 W. Houston St. (and Sullivan St.)
New York, NY 10012
646-588-5375
www.misslilysnyc.com
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( 0 / 0 )I dine out every night. I rarely dine in the Upper East Side (eek!) or the Financial District. I love discovering gems though anywhere in New York City (or around the World), that many people do not know about. When a publicist friend invited me to BPG, a restaurant right across from the 9/11 Memorial, I did not know what to expect. What I got, was perfectly solid and great fare.
The cuisine at BPG is described as "global fusion", and I enjoyed every dish sent out.
Smoked scallop lobster bisque ($12), was perfect. Lumps of fresh and sweet lobster; delicious.
Crispy fish tacos ($12), with Napa cabbage slaw, was excellent. Perfectly tender fish, great flavor, great texture.
Fried calamari ($12), served with a tamarind sauce, were on the sweeter side.
Risotto balls were fabulous.
Churrasco filet mignon ($29), served with sauteed potatoes, mushrooms, and a chimichurri sauce, was a steak lovers dream.
Sauteed halibut ($29), with risotto of Spring vegetables and clam chowder sauce was wonderful.
New York City is truly Magical. There are hidden gems throughout, and you never know where or when you might happen upon one.
BPG
120 Greenwich St. (and Albany St.)
New York, NY 10006
212-571-1700
www.bpgnyc.com
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( 3 / 9 )I don't get to the outer boroughs enough. It's sad and silly. There is so much amazing stuff out there, beyond the island of Manhattan. A foodie friend of mine introduced me to an awesome panini restaurant in Astoria called Il Bambino, and I was beyond grateful. It's worth the short subway ride.
If it is nice out, you can take a seat in their pleasant backyard and then order the baby string beans ($9). I would have to say the best string bean dish I've ever had. Topped with toasted bread, shaved parmesan, and a truffle vinaigrette, they are to die for.
Truffled egg salad and speck crostini ($6.50), is an orgasm waiting to happen. Order it.
A panini of cappa ham ($11), bbq creamed onions, piquillo peppers, pecorino, and spicy mayo, is sweet, spicy, and absolutely wonderful. Panini perfection.
You may as well end with a panna cotta served with chocolate frosted flakes, and you can thank me later.
Il Bambino
34-08 31st Ave
Astoria, NY 11106
718-626-0087
www.ilbambinonyc.com
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( 3 / 16 )Top Chef alum Dale Talde's restaurant Talde, in Park Slope, Brooklyn is serving some fabulous Asian-American fare. I stopped in recently and loved everything I had.
An appetizer of Pretzel Pork & Chive Dumplings with a spicy mustard ($8), could be the best potstickers I've had. Truly ingenious. I wish they would sell these babies in the frozen section of my local supermarket. Order them.
Saigon Crepes ($12), smoked shrimp, Chinese bacon, and mint, were delicious.
Crispy Oyster & Bacon Pad Thai ($16) is truly awesome! The crispy oysters and bacon take this pad thai to a whole other level. I loved it.
Black Pepper Short Ribs ($26), with pickled red onions and puffed rice, is succulent, tender, flavorul, and splendid!
End with Talde's version of the Filipino dessert Halo-halo, it is fun and fantastic! The addition of Captain Crunch will make you feel like a kid again.
Talde is another reason Brooklyn rocks!
Talde
369 7th Avenue
Park Slope, Brooklyn NY 11215
347-916-0031
www.taldebrooklyn.com
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( 2.9 / 37 )Underground supper clubs are pretty darn cool. There are a bunch in New York City, but since they are "underground" and on the "DL" many people do not know about them. I was lucky enough to be invited by the NY Bite Club (www.nybiteclub.com), a members only dining club, to a special dinner to help promote the new BBC television show "No Kitchen Required". It was a fantastic time, and most importantly, the food was great! The theme was Mexican, and all the dishes had great flavor and great texture. For a unique dining experience, in a homey setting, I recommend checking it out. Also, check out "No Kitchen Required" on the BBC, great show, with great chefs!
www.nybiteclub.com
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