We started with the appetizer combo ($29.99) which came with BBQ nachos, deep fried ribs, fried pickles, Smokin’ hot wings, and pulled pork sliders. I love platters like this because the NYC FOODIE loves trying a little bit of everything! The two stand-outs were the deep fried ribs and the wings (And yes, I was taking a break from my diet).
I’ve never had deep fried ribs, and they were quite unique and interesting. Deep frying the ribs gave them a different type of texture, and they were fun to eat and tasty.
I will say that the Smokin’ hot wings blew my mind. They were juicy, tender, and had great flavor. Could have been the best hot wings I’ve ever had, and those wings alone will make me come back in a heartbeat!
We also got the wet rib and dry rib sampler ($27.95) which came with their Memphis-style dry rubbed ribs and baby back ribs. Both styles of ribs were really tasty and had a lot of flavor.
I had to have a side of the Macaroni and Cheese ($5.95) and a side of Dr. BBQ’s Famous Creamed Corn ($3.95). I love Mac and Cheese and this one was great! It had a crispy top, which I loved, and it was very creamy, cheesey, and delicious! The creamed corn had a touch of sweetness that was really nice, and I enjoyed it a lot too (I was still on break from my diet).
Of course, after the meal, the NYC FOODIE put on a little magic show for Dr. BBQ and friends, and it was a true blast!
Southern Hospitality is more than just a celebrity owned restaurant. It is a fun spot that is not only “bringing sexy back”, but also bringing great Memphis-style cooking back to NYC. Go for the fun, stay for those wings!
The Restaurant
The Food
The Show
Southern Hospitality
1460 2nd Ave (at 76th St.)
New York, NY 10075
212-249-1001
www.southernhospitalitybbq.com
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( 3.1 / 545 )Last night I had dinner at Pam Real Thai, my favorite Thai restaurant in NYC. I’ve been dining at and taking out from Pam Real for years, and I believe it’s one of the best and most authentic Thai restaurants in NYC. Ninth avenue between 42nd and 57th (Hells Kitchen) is lined with an abundant amount of Thai spots, and Pam Real stands out from the others. The flavors of all the dishes are great and it is a great bang for your buck!
I’ve had almost everything on the menu, and last night (accompanied with my friend Allison Du Val, the owner of the event space the Foundry in Long Island city) I ordered for us the steamed chicken dumplings ($4.95), fried tofu (3.95) , seafood green curry ($9.95), and a special noodle dish ($8.95).
The steamed chicken dumplings are stuffed with ground chicken and shitake mushrooms, and served with a dumpling sauce. They are also topped with some crispy garlic, which give them a nice little crunch, and the sauce is the perfect balance between sweetness, tanginess, and spiciness. It’s a great appetizer and they are the best Thai dumplings I’ve ever had!
The fried tofu, served with crushed peanuts and a sweet chili sauce, is really good too. The batter on the tofu is not too heavy, and it's the perfect appetizer for all you vegetarians out there!
The seafood green curry comes with shrimp, squid, mussels, bamboo shoots, chili, basil, and lime leaves. It is truly a soothing dish with the perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness. They don’t skimp on the seafood either; there are plenty of those “goodies” from the sea floating around!
The special noodle dish I ordered was one dish I had never tried before. It was rice noodles sautéed with scallions, bean sprouts, egg, a special spicy sauce, and I added shrimp to the dish too. And I have to tell you, it was quite phenomenal! The dish blew my mind. It was basically a take on pad thai, but with a little more heat. I really loved the dish and will be ordering it on a consistent basis!
So for one of NYC’s best Thai restaurants, Pam Real Thai is the place to be. I should mention that the décor is pretty much non-existent, but they do have a sister restaurant, Pam Real Encore, two blocks away on 47th and 9th with a sleeker look. But when you are eating food this flavorful, for these prices, you most likely aren’t going to be paying much attention to your surroundings.
Pam Real Thai
404 W. 49th St. (bet. 9th and 10th)
New York, NY 10019
212-333-7500
www.pamrealthai.com
Pam Real Thai Encore
402 W. 47th St. (bet. 9th and 10th)
New York, NY 10036
212-315-4441
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( 3.1 / 474 )I have many ”go to” lunch spots in my Midtown 'hood. One of my favorites is FreeFoods on 45th between 5th and 6th. They just opened a new location on 52nd between Lex and 3rd with the same menu, and I went to check it out last week.
When I get lunch at FreeFoods I always eat from the buffet, which I believe is the freshest, healthiest, and of the highest quality of any lunch buffet in NYC. After each meal I always feel better about myself. The price is a tad higher ($7.00 for 1/2lb), but you get what you pay for, and in this case it is “full-flavored, nutritious, creative foods for a busy lifestyle” created by chef Matthew Kenney.
Another reason I love the buffet option is that I am a fan of trying a little bit of everything. For last week's lunch I had the spicy tuna inside out roll (with toasted sesame cucumber, and avocado), faro grain (with wild mushrooms, truffle oil, and fresh parsely), lime and honey glazed free range chicken (with bok choy, avocado, tomato, and cilantro), Scottish salmon (with shiitake, pomegranate glaze, and rosemary), Portobello “Piccata” (with an almond crust, arugula, pomegranate, and parmesan), and roasted beets (with walnut oil, fourme d’ambert, and orange zest).
Everything was truly excellent, fresh, and delicious! This is definitely not your normal lunch spot. The quality of the food is on a higher level. With everyone talking about living a healthier lifestyle these days, FreeFoods is the perfect place to grab a bite.
FREEFOODS
18 W.45th St. (bet. 5th and 6th)
New York, NY 10036
212-302-7195
www.freefoodsnyc.com
150 E. 52nd St. (bet. Lex and 3rd)
New York, NY 10022
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( 3 / 391 )On January 1st I decided to start the year off right and went to my favorite NYC restaurant Momofuku Ssam Bar. I brought along my good friend, the “Lifestyle Artist” (and the voice of the Oxygen network) Allison Hagendorf. She had never been to Momofuku Ssam, and I was excited to show her why I love this place so much!
We started off with the steamed pork buns, which is probably the most popular dish at Momofuku Ssam (as well as Momofuku Noodle Bar), and I believe the dish that put chef/owner David Chang on the map. They come with pork belly, hoisin, cucumber, and scallions, and they are quite orgasmic. The pork is always perfectly cooked, juicy, tender, and succulent.
We also had a half-dozen of the Beau Soleil oysters with kimchi consommé, as well as the cured hamachi with edamame, horseradish, and pea leaves. The oysters were refreshing and delicious. The hamachi was also wonderful. I loved the play on texture with the crunchiness of the edamame and pea leaves and the softness of the hamachi. The horseradish gave the dish the perfect little kick. It was a fantastic way to start a meal.
Next we had the poached chatham cod with matsutake dashi, pinenut, and black garlic. It was a really nice dish. Again, the textures were beautifully paired; the crispiness of the pinenuts to the tenderness of the cod. I enjoyed the flavor combination that the black garlic and dashi added as well.
Then came dessert. And if you want to end dinner with a bang, this is the place to do it. We had the pb &j and the pear sorbet. And I must say, these are two of the best desserts I’ve ever had, if not the absolute best! The pb & j came with Heritage Station Concord grapes, and saltine panna cotta. The saltiness and sweetness complemented each other so perfectly; after the first bite I thought I was in heaven! The pear sorbet came with pumpkin ganache and gorgonzola dolce. The sweetness of the pumpkin combined with the gorgonzola dolce was such a harmonious balance with the tartness of the pear sorbet, it brought a tear to my eye!
Momofuku Ssam Bar is my favorite restaurant in NYC. All the dishes have amazing flavors and textures. The dishes are unique, different, refreshing, and I must say quite orgasmic! In fact, I used the word “orgasm” quite a few times during the meal, it was that good (Oh, and I also had 7 OB beers that loosened me up a bit)! So for one of NYC’s best restaurants, Momofuku Ssam Bar is a place you must go to. Don’t be surprised if you have an orgasm, or multiple ones.
Momofuku Ssam Bar
207 2nd Ave (at 13th St.)
New York, NY 10003
www.momofuku.com
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( 3 / 417 )The NYC FOODIE dish of the week is the tiramisu from Caffe Emilia, a little cafe in the East Village with some delicious small Italian bites and great coffee. I was actually there December 26th when I had the pleasure of having the best tiramisu of my life! It was light, airy, not too sweet, and just about perfect! It was so good that my family and I had to order a second one! The recipe, from the owner's mom, is kept secret, but I can definitely feel and taste at least one ingredient, and that ingredient is LOVE. So, for the best tiramisu in NYC, check out Caffe Emilia, and feel the LOVE!
Caffe Emilia
139 1st Ave (bet. 8th and 9th)
New York, NY 10003
212-388-1234
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