There is never anything wrong with taking a classic and revitalizing it to bring in a whole new generation of people who will love it for years to come. That can truthfully be said about New York institution Frankie & Johnnie’s Steakhouse, who recently relocated their iconic location to the theater district on 46th Street between Shubert & 8th Avenue. I was lucky enough to dine there a couple of weeks back and experience all the deliciousness that they have to offer, and suffice to say, I was not let down by any of it. [Read more…] about Frankie & Johnnie’s Steakhouse Relocate to Excellent Food & Decor
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Benoit in Midtown West Kicks Off Annual Cochon Dinners for April
The art of French cooking is one of refinement and held to a certain pedigree when it comes to taste and overall execution. When you can master this particular cuisine, and even furthermore one of their dishes to the point where it is on display for an entire month, you know you are doing something right then. That is what is happening at Midtown West’s French Bistro Benoit, where in the month of April they will be hosting weekly dinners that highlight the classic French dish called Cochon. [Read more…] about Benoit in Midtown West Kicks Off Annual Cochon Dinners for April
Strip House Auctions Off New York City’s Largest Bottle of Wine
What do you get when you combine one of the most delicious steakhouses in New York City with a super fun contest involving some of the best wine in the world? You get the legendary midtown location of Strip House who will be auctioning off an 18-liter bottle of Croix de Beaucaillou where the winner of the auction will receive quite the treat that they can share between themselves and a ton of friends. [Read more…] about Strip House Auctions Off New York City’s Largest Bottle of Wine
A Manhattanite in Philadelphia- Where to Go?
Concluding our amazing series on why Manhattanites should visit Philadelphia is essentially where you should go to see what makes this city so damn special. So far we have covered food and travel for you, but outside of that, where are the best places to go that will leave you satisfied upon your return to your destination city? We have found some super interesting and unique places to try out when you are in the City of Brotherly Love. Check out what we think you would enjoy the best. [Read more…] about A Manhattanite in Philadelphia- Where to Go?
Maple & The Doughnut Project Partner Up for Doughnut Week!
For some reason, The doughnut (or donut, depending on how you spell it), has never really been the Beyonce of sweets when it comes to how you compare it to other delectables like cookies or cake. Well, fear not my doughnut loving friends, because two amazing companies in New York City are planning on making the doughnut the star of the show when top delivery service Maple & West Village mainstay The Doughnut Project will be presenting Doughnut Week this coming week in Manhattan. Get your taste buds ready people! [Read more…] about Maple & The Doughnut Project Partner Up for Doughnut Week!
More Tasty Cocktail Concoctions to Make in Manhattan!
Cocktails galore here at Manhattan Digest, as we keep bringing you some of the tastiest recipes from some of the top locations across New York City and this great country. Cocktail season is truly in effect with the warmer weather here, so now is a good time to impress your friends and family with your cocktail-making skills and these fantastic recipes! Buy the ingredients, prepare, sit back and enjoy. [Read more…] about More Tasty Cocktail Concoctions to Make in Manhattan!
A Manhattanite in Philadelphia- Check into The Independent Hotel
For the second part of our article series on why Manhattanites should visit Philadelphia, we examine one of the biggest parts of any trip- where to stay? There is always the easy option of familiarity and stay at a well-known hotel that has multiple locations throughout the world, however it is always good as a consumer to think local, especially in the hotel world. Boutique hotels add an element of community to their properties, and tend to go the extra step when it comes to making their customers happy and above all, return for another trip. One particular hotel in Philadelphia that seems to have this down pat is the fantastic Independent Hotel, located in the heart of the gayborhood part of Philly on Locust Street, a mere 10 minute drive away from the Amtrak station. Here is why you should stay there the next time you are in Philly. [Read more…] about A Manhattanite in Philadelphia- Check into The Independent Hotel
Fab’s Awesome Lookbook Items for Spring in New York City!
Spring has sprung! And our favorite shopping site in the world, Fab.com, has spruced up its lookbook with some fantastic and one of a kind items that will definitely fit in to whatever you are doing with the warmer weather here! So whether it is something fun to wear, something awesome to listen to, or fun art to hang up, Fab has got you covered. Take a look at what we think you will love, and for all things Fab, check out their official site. [Read more…] about Fab’s Awesome Lookbook Items for Spring in New York City!
Believe the Hype about How Awesome Levain Bakery Is
When you rank as the second best bakery in New York City on TripAdvisor, and the 2nd best place to eat out of over 12,000 locations in the best city in the world, chances are you are doing something pretty epic and right with your business. Well, the hype is real, as Levain Bakery reigns supreme in The Upper West Side as one of the best damn bakeries in NYC… period. With getting press up the wazoo including appearances on the top NYC affiliates such as CBS 2 and NBC 4’s “New York Live”, oh, and… OPRAH… Levain has developed themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the sweets world, inside and out of the city. So what makes this place so damn good to where the lines are literally out the door to get a taste of all the tasty treats they are concocting? [Read more…] about Believe the Hype about How Awesome Levain Bakery Is
Magnum Launches Premium Chocolate & Ice Cream Store in April
It is a magical world when you can combine two of my favorite types of sweets, chocolate and ice cream, and put them together in one tasty and delicious place. Well, one particular brand plans to do that with the warmer weather coming and Ice Cream season being in full season in a matter of weeks, if not days. MAGNUM New York will be bringing together the worlds of premium chocolate and ice cream in an indulgent, interactive store experience unlike any other, starting on April 23rd in SoHo. [Read more…] about Magnum Launches Premium Chocolate & Ice Cream Store in April