New York City
I Ate It All Post-Run: Brighton Beach
Please accept my apologies for the bad photos. One of my favorite neighborhoods in Brooklyn is called Brighton Beach. Just east of Coney Island, it’s home to many immigrants of Russian, Ukrainian, Georgian, and Uzbek descent among other countries. In that area I discovered many savories and sweets that came to be all time favorites. […]
The Fruit of Life – Berry Season
It’s raspberry, blueberry, blackberry and strawberry season! In the Northeast U.S from June till mid-July, these melt in your mouth berries are at their prime. So get off the computer and stop by your farmer’s market. (Then please come back because it’s hot outside and you really enjoy this blog). What are your favorite berries? […]
Fesenjan, A Pomegrante and Walnut Stew Recipe
Fesenjan is a Persian dish made with pomegranate molasses and walnuts often served on special occasions such as weddings. I had a chance to try the dish at an area restaurant and wrote about it in this post. While Ravagh’s version overpowered me with it’s authenticity, I found myself craving that tangy combination soon after. […]
Food Adventure: Restaurant Review of Ravagh (Persian Cuisine)
Most every city these days includes at least a couple of Middle Eastern restaurants serving items like falafel, hummus, shawarma – food of Arabic speaking countries. Less on the radar though are Iranian AKA Persian restaurants. So when my Persian friend Amir came to town I wanted to check out a restaurant called Ravagh. Tucked […]
Garvi Gujarat: Taro Leaves Roll Review (Gluten Free, Vegan)
I’d never seen a taro leaf based snack at an Indian grocery before. When opening the package, the aroma of chili powder and amchur (dried mango) stings the nostrils. Inside the “rolls” were actually larger than expected (probably the diameter of a golf ball). The dried taro leaves are covered in gram (chickpea) flour and […]
Unrequited Love Now Requited: Domty Creamy Cheese (Egypt)
Oh happy day! Awhile back I wrote about an unrequited love for Britannia and Amul cheese spreadz. While those products still aren’t available in the U.S, I’ve discovered one that is just as good. And such panache! Described on the package as “Creamy Cream Cheese Spread” there is no mistaking the confidence. After all if […]
Updated: Big Apple BBQ Fest
If you didn’t have a chance to check out the Big Apple BBQ Fest, it’s running tomorrow (June 9th) as well from 11am-6pm in Madison Square Park in New York. This year I made it a point to visit last year’s favorite, Scott’s Barbeque. Whole hog, the meat was tender and tasty. It was served […]
Big Apple BBQ Fest (June 8th and 9th)
The annual Big Apple BBQ Fest is happening today June 8th and 9th from 11am to 6pm. Located in Madison Square Park, I wrote about it extensively last year here and here. My favorite last time by far was Scott’s Barbeque. They had a 5 minute line which usually is a bad sign, but the simple […]
Sage and Fennel Chicken Recipe
This is a nice simple, aromatic chicken recipe that is great for the summer. The fennel provides a refreshing aftertaste and the vinegar really helps to moisten the meat. This version is oven-baked but the grill works well too. Side Note: After seeing the documentary Food Inc, I’m still a meat eater but only non-hormone/non-factory […]
Restaurant Reviews: Delhi Heights, Jackson Heights Queens, NYC
Delhi Heights is a relatively new addition to the Indian buffet friendly neighborhood of Jackson Heights Queens. Since I was there earlier than normal, my favorite spot, Indian Taj was not open. Forced to break with tradition I decided to check out these guys and their $7/ lunch box meal. The buffet had about 10 […]
