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Early dinner downtown is rewarded at @dahlarestaurant with happy hour prices (4:30-6:30 pm) on this grapefruit martini, ringing in at five bucks.

I asked for the tiger tears steak salad “spicy” and they understood the assignment!

Sweet sticky rice and mango to wipe away those tears at the end.

This downtown restaurant is closed on weekends through the summer (seasonal slowness not helped a bit by the adjacent street closure), so get them through the week.

#wherenolaeats #igersneworleans #nolafoodie #nolafood #nolaeats #downtownnola #martini #martinitime Less

Good news makes you feel good, and it was so gratifying to work this story on the 50th anniversary of @radostasdeli , because of how it is carrying on its own slice of New Orleans character and flavor.

As usual, the great @cgranger captured it like no one else (see previous post for some of his work, link in my bio for the full story).

Here are a few snaps from my own notes.

That softshell crab, just popping and bursting with freshness.

Quite possibly the hottest hot sausage around, seething with a five pepper blend for house-made patties.

The classic roast beef, with gravy and juices seaping into the bread.

And you have to love a po-boy shop with its own recognizable font on those handwritten signs.

Check the link in my bio for the full read on the unorthodox arrangement that is carrying Radosta’s into the next generation

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Dropped into @thebatture last weekend, and naturally an ad hoc eating tour developed around some of the pop-up / food truck offerings.

It was a delight, for the access to a real, live working river (the one that shapes every aspect of the city, after all), the tasty bites and the low-fi, driftwood feel of it all.

Can it keep that easy-breezy, sort of @accidentallywesanderson cool feel as development plans here progress? I sure hope so.

Start with the new “empataco” from @waska_nola , proud drivers of a new food truck.

This is a Colombian fried empanada, split and filled with taco meats (al pastor with cheese, this one). Arepas too, like this ham and cheese, great for the kids.

A very fine, dockside-elegant lobster roll from @thenellshell , complete with tajin-dipped lemon, and nicely butter-crisp bun (see also tinned fish!).

Smoked chicken salad sandwich and watermelon/feta salad from @bootsyschicken , (I hear they’re back to fried chicken sandwiches now).

This is now also the Tuesday location of @crescentcityfarmersmkt , and I hope it stays here forever. Market shopping and noshing is much more fun when the market is riverside.

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@saint.urban just opened in Gramercy after relocating from upstate NY, and it’s such a cool concept!

Each month, they pick a wine region to highlight — and then build the entire menu around those wines. During my visit, the focus was on Côte de Beaune, and I did the Charlemagne pairing with the seven-course tasting plus the supplement. Everything felt really intentional, and the pacing of the meal gave the wines room to shine.

Swipe through for a look — they’re featuring Spain this month and moving on to Tuscany in July. This place is definitely one to keep on your radar if you’re into wine-forward dining and looking for something thoughtful, unique, and reasonably priced!🍷

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Just opened south of Union Square, @papadamournyc is a beautiful blend of Asian bread traditions seen through a French lens. 🍞✨

The bakery is a love letter to Chef @dominiqueansel’s family—named after what the chef’s kids call him, and inspired by his Taiwanese wife and their two young children.

I showed up late on opening day and missed out on a bunch of things that were sold out, but what I did get to try was seriously good: the taro lace batter mochi donut and the pretzel salted egg tart were both standouts.

Already planning my return for the rest of the lineup—especially the steamed breads. Get there early!

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Finally posting this long overdue birthday shoutout to one of my favorite humans, @j.ritty — and one of my favorite restaurants, @sansabinonyc. 🫶🏻

Jill was one of the very first people I connected with through food, and over the years she’s become so much more than just a “foodie friend.” She’s been a huge part of my journey — introducing me to people, cheering me on, and always showing up with the kind of support you never forget.

I honestly wouldn’t be doing what I do today without her. So grateful for your friendship, Jill. You’ve been there since day one.

And @sansabinonyc — you already know how much I love you! 💛

Here’s everything we had:

Spicy Tuna - broken arancini, rabe furikake, charred scallion crema
Crab & Mortadella Dip - pistachio, dill, ritz crackers
Octopus Carpaccio - spicy capocollo, garlic potatoes, grilled sourdough
Cheesy Frittelle - orange blossom honey, sicilian saffron
Smoked Potato Croquettes - scamorza, salsa gialla
Stuffed Farfalle - smoked chili crab, yellow chive, tobiko
Lobster Triangoli - white vodka sauce, black garlic
Shrimp Parm - sweet & sour arrabbiata
Don Angie meatball spiedini
Tricolor Sabino - piave vecchio, nori, green garlic
Gelato Viennese - dark chocolate torta caprese, espresso, and hazelnut caramel
The Coconut Panna Cotta

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At the corner of #madisonsquarepark, @blackbarnrestaurant serves a menu of modern and seasonal American dishes in a spacious rustic dining area! We had a hard time choosing what to order, but loved how flavorful and well-prepared each item was!

🍢 Lamb Ribs
🍝 Spring Pea Cavatelli
🦆 Duck Breast (our fav!)
🥩 Lamb Chops
🍖 Pork Shank
🍨 Ice Cream Cookie & Bread Pudding
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Stopped by @lindensnyc after a long workday and it was just the pick-me-up needed! Tucked in the @arlohotels SoHo, they offer a menu of modern American dishes featuring seasonal ingredients and flavors! We loved everything we tried and would definitely go back (for seconds)!

🍖 Pork Rib Chop
🍝 Ricotta Gnocchi
🍕 Broccoli Rabe Pizza
🍗 Chicken Paillard
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#pizzaparty #neopolitan #pizzalove #broccolirabe #garlic #cheesy #friedchicken #paillard #gnocchi #ricotta #pastalover #carbsarelife #porkchop #meatlover #kale #roasted Less

Tucked away just south of #CentralPark, @bluewillownyc offers a number of traditional Sichuan and Hunan dishes in a vintage dining room. The staff was so helpful recommending and explaining dishes - but we still had a difficult time choosing what to order!

🥓 Chairman Mao’s Pork Belly
🦑 Salt & Pepper Calamari
🌶️ Changsha Spiced Chicken
🍗 Godmother’s Chicken Wings
🐑 Cumin Lamb
🍳 Golden Tofu
🍨 Sesame Ice Cream
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#sichuanfood #hunan #sichuan #chinesefoodlover #cuminlamb #stirfry #chilichicken #peppers #spicyfood #saltedduckegg #tofu #chickenwings #friedrice #meatlover #calamari #porkbelly Less

@howoo.nyc is the stunning new sister restaurant to @nubiani.nyc - and unsurprisingly offers an unparalleled Korean BBQ experience! The sleek and modern space is perfect for groups both small and large, and offers several set menus to make ordering a breeze. Best of all, everything is prepared and explained for you to make for a seamless and relaxing dinner!

🥞 Zucchini & Beef Pajeon
🍳 Steak Tartare
🌶️ Banchan
🥩 Prime Beef Cuts (Skirt Steak, Short Rib, Ribeye)
🍜 Spicy Noodles and Kimchi Stew
🍵 Matcha Soft Serve
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#bbqlovers #koreanbbq #grilled #beeflover #meatlover #koreanfood #koreancuisine #pajeon #kimchi #noodlelover #steaktartare #banchan #ktown #spicyfood #ricebowl Less