My last trip to Montreal was highlighted by meeting Derek Damman, the chef of D&A. On my recent return, Derek invited me back to sit down and devour some of his uniquely Canadian terroir offerings. Mind you, I'd just partaken in a tasting of wood fired pizza's...
I have been wanting to try eating at the restaurant Aldea ever since reading this article. I was intrigued by the description of both the food and Chef George Mende's quiet concentration,which can be observed by patrons who watch him while sitting at bar seats around...
When you want French, go see my former chef Jean-Michel Bergounoux at his restaurant L'Absinthe. It's a bit modern but also features the classics that I love in good French food. I had a fine lunch there recently, with great food and sharing kitchen stories...
Luck was with me a few months ago, as a Twitter exchange with Chef Eric Ripert of Le Bernadin (see below) won me dinner. A very good dinner, let me add. Can anyone Send me 1 please FREE DINNER for the 1st sender @ LE Bernardin NY." — Eric Ripert is not a fan of...
Our final day in D.C. we decided to take the advice of our server from the previous evenings dinner at José André's Jaleo and visit Oyamel, his Mexican inspired restaurant. The menu offers a variety of antojitos, tacos, ceviches. There's even a table side...
By now, the news is out about M.Wells closing at the end of August. Hearing it, I sped from the subway and headed straight for breakfast. They are scouting for a new location, thank goodness!!!
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