NEW YORK, August 26, 2009: Brasserie first opened in the Seagram Building in 1959 and this September it will celebrate its 50th Anniversary. New York’s first brasserie, it brought a beloved culinary style to the city and sparked a lasting trend in dining here. It was New York’s first to offer 24-hour service in the tradition of brasseries in France.
This fall Brasserie reaches its 50-year milestone, with events kicking off on Thursday, September 17th when it will present A (Free) Taste of Brasserie. This unbeatable deal – a free lunch! – will be open to all guests who reserve a seat between 11:30 am –2:30 pm.
“It’s our way of saying merci to our loyal guests and friends, by offering a celebratory free lunch on our 50th anniversary,” says Brasserie Chef Luc Dimnet, who hails from Alsace. “We hope that everyone will join us, whether they remember Brasserie from years past or are regulars today.”
“When we opened Brasserie in 1959, we never thought that we were pioneering such an influential restaurant,” explains Nick Valenti, CEO of Patina Restaurant Group, who has been associated with the restaurant for the past 35 years. “Brasserie established itself as a place in New York where people from all walks of life meet, cross paths and dine side by side, fostering a culture all its own. Its classics like Frisée aux Lardons have become proven favorites that may never go out of style.”
There will be a variety of festivities and special menus that will celebrate Brasserie’s 50th. Please visit www.patinagroup.com/brasserie50th for details, including:
A (Free) Taste of Brasserie – On September 17th, Brasserie’s classics, favorites such as French Onion Soup and Steak Frites, will be offered as part of this three-course anniversary lunch (menu attached). The public can call (212) 751-4840 for reservations. The first one hundred callers not to get a coveted seat on the 17th will instead receive a rain check for a complimentary “$19.59 after 9” dinner.
The Brasserie Burger – Chef Dimnet is bringing back The Brasserie Burger to his menu, made the same way it was back in 1959. Sandwiched on a crusty, sliced baguette spread with garlic butter, the burger’s hand-ground patty is stuffed with a blend of Gruyère and Swiss cheeses and offered à la carte.
“$19.59 After 9” Menu - Paying homage to the late-night tableau of brasserie life, a 3-course prix fixe will launch on September 17th priced at $19.59, from 9 PM until closing, running through the end of 2009 (menu attached).
Vintage Cocktail Menu – Spanning the restaurant’s fifty year history, libation highlights from each decade will be shaken, strained and stirred at Brasserie’s modern bar. The classic Martini from the 1950’s, made authentically with gin and 1/3 dry vermouth, the Kir Royale from the 1970’s and the quintessential ‘90s Cosmopolitan are a few examples. Timeless brasserie favorites including a chilled Lillet cocktail, dry Dubonnet, or potent Absinthe will also be included, ideal to complement any meal (menu attached).
“5 Decades of Brasserie Cuisine” Dinner - A special dinner open to the public on September 30th will offer five memorable courses of archivals from Brasserie’s five decades. La Caille Brillat Savarin, Le Filet de Sole ‘Lucullus’ and Le Crottin de Chavignol are some of the items that time almost forgot, grand and compelling for their charm and unmatched flavor of years past (menu attached). Seats are limited and must be purchased in advance at: www.patinagroup.com/brasserie50th
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( 3.6 / 436 )Yesterday afternoon I had an amazing culinary adventure.
Two weeks ago I stopped by Tasty Hand-Pulled Noodles, a noodle spot on Doyers St. in Chinatown. Doyers Street is probably my favorite NYC block. Besides it's charming look, which looks like a film set, it has one of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants (Doyers Vietnamese Restaurant), as well as one of my favorite cocktail lounges (Apotheke). And, after yesterday, one of my favorite restaurants in all of New York City: Tasty Hand-Pulled Noodles.
When I went two weeks ago, I ordered a bowl of hand-pulled noodles with beef, tripe, and tendon ($5.25), as well as an order of pork and vegetable dumplings ($3.75). I was pretty much blown away by this noodle soup and could not stop thinking about it since I had left. I vowed to go back asap.
So, yesterday, I walked from my apartment on 46th street to Chinatown, with noodles on my mind. I got to Tasty Hand-Pulled Noodles, which is nothing to look at; besides some mirrors and walls with pictures of fish on them, the decor is non-existent. But you don't go to Tasty for the decor, you go for the noodles- the best hand-pulled noodles I have ever had!
I ordered the dumplings again, (I am a lover of dumplings), and this time, instead of getting my hand-pulled noodles in a soup, I ordered them pan-fried, and topped with lamb (5.75).
The noodles are made to order, and as I sat and waited, I could see through the open door to the kitchen, the 19-year old kid making these noodles. It was an amazing show. This young chap rolling, twisting, and throwing dough into the air with determined concentration; a true art form.
As I waited though, who walks in, but my friend and Food Network Star Anne Burrell (http://www.foodnetwork.com/anne-burrell/index.html), and with her Guy Fieri (http://guyfieri.com/), another Food Network Star! This of course assured me that I know my shit and know my restaurants! I sad hi to Anne, as she and Guy sat down for a beer to watch this kid make the noodles.
My noodles finally arrived, and the generous and gracious waitress actually made me a sauce with the hot sauces and vinegar that were on my table, for dipping the lamb in. Just as my first time here, the noodles were amazing, the best I had ever had. I offered a taste to Anne and Guy, and they loved them too. I then did a small little magic show for them and two other customers in the restaurant. It truly was brunch and a show!
Then Guy decided he really wanted to learn how to make these amazing noodles, so he coerced the chef into teaching him, and I proceeded to take pictures of it all! It truly was an amazing culinary adventure.
After two meals at Tasty, it has become one of my favorite restaurants in all of NYC. Not only is it the best hand-pulled noodles in town, but for $5 to $6 a dish, this is an amazing bang for your buck! I recommend everyone to check this place out, even if you are not a fan of Chinatown or noodles, just go. You never know who you'll run into.
Tasty Hand-Pulled Noodles
1 Doyers St. (bet. Pell St. and Bowery)
New York, NY 10013
212-791-1817
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( 3.2 / 394 )A few weeks ago I stopped by Angelo Sosa's (Jean Georges, Spice Market, etc) new Asian sandwich spot Xie Xie. It's a small little spot, with just a few seats, and a menu of five Asian inspired sandwiches. I went with the Vietnamese BBQ Beef sandwich ($9) with basil mayo and carrot kimchee. I really enjoyed this sandwich. The meat was very tasty, the basil mayo was a great touch, and the carrot kimchee gave it the perfect crunch!
Xie Xie is a great addition to the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood and I plan on headng back soon to try the other offerings.
Xie Xie
645A 9th Ave (bet. 45th and 46th)
New York, NY 10036
212-265-2975
www.xiexieproject.com
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( 3.1 / 245 )The NYC FOODIE "Dessert of the Week" is actually a dessert I had three weeks ago that I forgot to write about, and unfortunately, it is from a truck that has since been shut down. But, I feel compelled to tell my readers about it.
After a disappointing meal at DBGB, I spotted the Dessert Truck on St. Marks and 3rd avenue. I had seen an episode of "Throwdown with Bobby Flay" on the Food Network where Bobby battles the guys from the Dessert Truck against their bread pudding, and decided I should check out what all the hype was about. I don't think I ever had bread pudding until this night too, so this was a great opportunity.
The bread pudding ($5) came with a bacon anglaise, and after one bite I could see and taste what all the hype was about. It was amazing, fabulous, wonderful, and truly orgasmic! The combination of the bacon anglaise and the not too sweet chocolate was truly harmonious. It was just as good as sex, and for 5 dollars, a lot cheaper than getting a prostitute.
The Dessert Truck cannot sell to people on the street for now, due to an invalid permit, but they are still available for catering. So, if it is an orgasm you crave (one not induced sexually,) get one induced by by some bread pudding!
Dessert Truck
www.desserttruck.com
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( 3 / 286 )The other day I had the opportunity to go to Grand Central Market and have a little taste of what each shop had to offer. What I found was a culinary oasis of gourmet goodies in one of the most famous transportation hubs in the world.
From divine key lime from Zaros to the finest cheeses from Murray's there is a wide array of food at the market.
If meat tickles your fancy check out Murray's Real Salami or Ceriello Fine Foods where I sampled some fabulous salami at both. They have other great offerings as well. I also sampled some really delicious meat from Koglin German Hams.
For fresh fish you check out Pescatore Seafood Co. or Wild Edibles, where I had some tasty samples too.
Chocolate fiends should defintely check out Li-Lac Chocolates to get their chocolate fix!
So next time you get a gourmet food craving near Grand Central Station, step inside the Grand Central Market, and take a culinary ride.
Grand Central Market
at Grand Central Station
www.grandcentralterminal.com
Ceriello Fine Foods
212-972-4266
http://www.ceriellofinefoods.com/
Koglin German Hams
212-499-0725
Li-Lac Chocolates
212-370-4866
www.li-lacchocolates.com
Murray's Cheese
212-922-1540
www.murrayscheese.com
Murray's Real Salami
212-867-7202
Pescatore Seafood Co.
212-557-4466
www.allfreshseafood.com
Wild Edibles
212-687-4255
www.wildedibles.com
Zaro's Bread Basket
212-292-0160
www.zaro.com
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