The Bowery Hotel played host to the Shanti Bhavan Gala this past Thursday, with The Daily Show’s Hasan Minhaj as the master of ceremonies and several celebrities including Top Chef’s Padma Lakshmi in attendance. The gala benefits the help in building the second Shanti Bhavan school in India. Overall, the event was able to raised a ton of money through some incredible auction items while bringing awareness to this incredible cause. [Read more…] about Padma Lakshmi & Hasan Minhaj Attend Shanti Bhavan Gala
Iron Chef Marc Forgione Teams up With Manzo at Eataly
What happens when you combine a world class chef with one of the most prestigious culinary hotspots in Manhattan? You get Iron Chef Marc Forgione and Manzo, located inside the world famous vibrant Italian marketplace Eataly. The butcher-themed restaurant just announced they will be kicking off a chef collaboration series that will take place over the next six months. For the month of November, it’s Marc’s turn. [Read more…] about Iron Chef Marc Forgione Teams up With Manzo at Eataly
Atwood Sports Bar & Lounge is so Much More Than the Norm
There are a ton of sports bars in Manhattan, all kind of with this whole “run of the muck” situation in that it’s hard to differentiate one from another. Atwood Sports Bar & Lounge does that and then some, as they are able to take what is commonly referred to as “bar food” and elevate it to levels that you stop feeling like you are in a sports bar and start feeling like you are dining on some delicious, mouthwatering and sophisticated options. [Read more…] about Atwood Sports Bar & Lounge is so Much More Than the Norm
Dive into a Tasty World at 212 Steakhouse in Midtown East
It’s a pretty amazing accomplishment when you can claim something for your own in Manhattan, and 212 Steakhouse has that with it being the only restaurant to serve authentic Kobe beef. That’s not a bad feat, given how many steakhouses and “meat” related places there are in NYC, and after I stopped by there with a friend last week to experience 212 in all its glory, I can truly say that you should stop there for the Kobe… and so much more. [Read more…] about Dive into a Tasty World at 212 Steakhouse in Midtown East
City Kitchen’s Diverse Culinary Menu Lights Up Times Square
City Kitchen, located inside the fabulous Row NYC Hotel, is one of the few reasons this Manhattanite will actually make the trip to Times Square. Most people who live here despise heading towards the biggest tourist trap in the world, but this location provides multiple culinary options inside that make it worth getting through all that foot traffic and sitting down for something really, really good. [Read more…] about City Kitchen’s Diverse Culinary Menu Lights Up Times Square
MáLà Project Introduces Me to the Delicious Chinese Dry Pot
Although it came two months late, the cold weather is finally here in Manhattan. When it comes to being a foodie, something that I really love during these months is the ability to try a variety of foods that will keep you warm and satisfied as the weather gets colder and colder. A new type of cuisine that I have never tried before, Chinese Dry Pot, is one of those examples and I was able to indulge in that and so much more at the wonderful MáLà Project in the East Village. [Read more…] about MáLà Project Introduces Me to the Delicious Chinese Dry Pot
Junior’s Restaurant Offering Slices of Cheesecake for 67 CENTS Today!
Let’s make this pretty simple. Many of us (myself included) are on a budget here in Manhattan. Even something like cheesecake can be considered a luxury, given how expensive some restaurants price them at. Guess what? Today, you get to have a delicious and mouthwatering slice of cheesecake for only 67 CENTS! You heard that right… 67 CENTS, and it’s all going down at the legendary Junior’s Restaurant and Bakery.
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We Asked, ‘What’s Your Favorite Restaurant in Manhattan?’
Manhattan is king when it comes to the best restaurants in the world. There, we said it! The cat really isn’t out of the bag here, as it’s sort of common that our city is the best when it comes to the best culinary wonderments many of us have ever tasted. So question is… which is your favorite restaurant to go to in Manhattan? [Read more…] about We Asked, ‘What’s Your Favorite Restaurant in Manhattan?’
‘Top Chef’ Sheldon Simeon Debuts Second Signature Bowl with Pokéworks
We fell in love with Pokéworks earlier this year, when the fast-casual favorite opened up its brand new location in the heart of Union Square. They are part of a bunch of new spots that are taking the phrase “fast casual” and elevating them in terms of the quality of ingredients you can devour during your lunch break and more. Top Chef star Sheldon Simeon, who has been a partner of the brand for quite some time, has just debuted his second signature bowl with them. [Read more…] about ‘Top Chef’ Sheldon Simeon Debuts Second Signature Bowl with Pokéworks
Rainbow Room’s Harvest Moon Pop-Up Bar Debuts Today
One of the best “iconic” locations that you must stop by, whether you live in Manhattan or visiting, is Rainbow Room which sits at the top of Rockefeller Center. Just the surroundings of where its located should be enough, as you are around Bryant Park, Times Square and so much else that makes Manhattan special. Today, they released the new dates for their Harvest Moon Pop-Up Bar for a limited time only. Here’s why this Autumn-inspired hotspot is worth the trip. [Read more…] about Rainbow Room’s Harvest Moon Pop-Up Bar Debuts Today