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Sugar Rush: Smoothies at Taim in the West Village
I'll also vouch for their smoothies. In fact, I stopped going to Taïm for their falafel and instead for the date-lime banana smoothie! Delicious.
Taste Test: Sasebo Burger Drops, Japanese Burger-Flavored Candy
If you're interested in doing any more candy drop taste tests, let me know. In addition to discovering the Sasebo Burger candy drops in downtown Nagasaki, I also found a HUGE variety of candy drops in Nagasaki's Chinatown, including... pork bun candy drops. Huh?!
Off the Beaten Path: Naeng Myun at Han Song Ting’s New Digs
Just a note: naengmyun noodles are usually a mixture of buckwheat AND potato starch to give it its chewy texture (it's not the same as regular buckwheat you would buy for soba—if you want to make it at home, there are separate noodles specifically sold for naengmyun).
Not using the usual noodles totally throws it out of the naengmyun category for me, since the noodles are what makes the dish, but this sounds intriguing. Maybe more like reimen, though?
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Video: Brad Pitt and Quentin Tarantino on Japanese Cooking Show
Just a correction: "Bistro SMAP" is actually just a weekly segment on the variety show, "SMAPxSMAP." (The teams and host are all part of a too-old boy band that really should... just not sing. Ever. Heck, they do this cooking gig better!)
Sugar Rush: Smoothies at Taim in the West Village
I'll also vouch for their smoothies. In fact, I stopped going to Taïm for their falafel and instead for the date-lime banana smoothie! Delicious.
Taste Test: Sasebo Burger Drops, Japanese Burger-Flavored Candy
If you're interested in doing any more candy drop taste tests, let me know. In addition to discovering the Sasebo Burger candy drops in downtown Nagasaki, I also found a HUGE variety of candy drops in Nagasaki's Chinatown, including... pork bun candy drops. Huh?!
Off the Beaten Path: Naeng Myun at Han Song Ting’s New Digs
Just a note: naengmyun noodles are usually a mixture of buckwheat AND potato starch to give it its chewy texture (it's not the same as regular buckwheat you would buy for soba—if you want to make it at home, there are separate noodles specifically sold for naengmyun).
Not using the usual noodles totally throws it out of the naengmyun category for me, since the noodles are what makes the dish, but this sounds intriguing. Maybe more like reimen, though?
Served: Goodbye Waiting Tables, Goodbye NYC, Goodbye Served
Congrats Hannah and best of luck on the West Coast!
Sugar Rush: Patbingsu from Koryodang
Apparently Ippudo has one too? Has anyone tried it?
Sujebi and Seafood Pancakes at Arirang in Koreatown
@gargupie: They have an anchovy, seafood, kimchi, and kimchi seafood broths for the noodle/sujebi/kaljebi selections.
Also, reading the menu, there were a few non-translated Korean items like naengmyun (cold noodles), bibinaengmyun (broth-less cold spicy noodles), ddeok gguk (dumpling soup). Hopefully Arirang will translate these for the non-Korean reading masses... or everyone will just have to go with Korean readers to try these out!
Sugar Rush: Soft Serve at Baoguette
The pandan was incredibly rich, and even with the generous helping I got, it didn't sit heavy on my stomach. Really good, probably my favorite soft service in the city right now! I got to sample a bit of the jasmine as well, and I loved that it wasn't too sweet, with a touch of "flowery" aftertaste. Yum!
Grocery Ninja: Dried Persimmons Are a Taste of Honeyed Sunshine
Does anyone know where I can get these in NYC? I am OBSESSED with these after eating some hoshigaki/gotgam while in Korea, but I can't seem to find them at all in Manhattan. I know the season is over, but I still crave these...
Cambodian Sandwich Shop Num Pang Now Open in Union Square
Catfish sandwich for the win. Seriously.
Chinese food in the Union Square area
Hands down, Young Chow on 4th Ave and 13th. Ridiculously good prices, solid food, and BIG PORTIONS, enough for 2-3 rounds of leftovers if done well.
Korean Pear?! What to do?
Are Korean pears different from Asian pears? I was under the impression they were the same, but when I stopped by the Korean grocery store on 32nd St. in Manhattan, they were being sold separately (and the Korean pears were a little more expensive). They LOOK the same...
Union Square Falafel Battle: Maoz, Pita Joe, Moshe's, and Rainbow
Chickpea still bakes their falafel? I thought they switched back... is the one by St. Mark's Place still considered a Chickpea chain even with the different name?
Great falafel round-up post. For a chain, Maoz is surprisingly delicious all the time. Would be nice to see more falafel comparisons from other spots around in the city!
Mark Bittman's Savory Oatmeal with Scallions and Soy Sauce
I have yet to try soy sauce, but when I don't want a traditional breakfasty oatmeal, I add dashi to the water when I cook the oatmeal to give it more of a savory flavor. After it's cooked, I'll add a bit of miso paste, some greens and a poached egg. I feel like you can get away with whatever savory mix-ins anyway -- I've put in chicken, Chinese sausage, etc. I think the breakfast association makes people balk at it at first, but as someone said earlier, it's really no different from gruel.
NYC East Village Recommendations?
Best Burger: Veselka
Best Thai: Zabb City
Best Korean: Gama
Best Sushi: Kanoyama
And I don't know what category this would go under, but the EV location of Westville is always a reliably tasty standby.
Happy Birthday to Us: Serious Eats Is 2
Happy birthday, Serious Eats! For some reason, I feel like SE is much older... I guess that's a testament to what a presence it's become!
What Pizzerias the Gossip Girls and Boys Would Frequent
Why am I not surprised Adam watches this show? (AND WHY NOT? Guilty pleasure of '08, man...) Spot on with Vanessa and Dan, and the Rufus bit cracked me up because it's so true. :)
Sugar Rush: Hot Sesame Milk Bubble Tea at Green Tea Cafe
How's the bubble tea here compared to Saint's Alps, or about the same? I've been meaning to check out Green Tea Cafe since I saw your posts on it (and of course, I'm a TOTAL sucker for anything black sesame too!)... I'm not a huge bubble tea fan either, but I love the warmer milk teas.
A Visit to London's Borough Market
Definitely one of the highlight discoveries while I was in London—there are some awesome sandwiches here, but I will never forget the heady whiff from the raclette being served piping hot from one of the stands during the colder weather!
Best Korean BBQ NYC
I second Madangsui. It can get busy during peak times, but it doesn't feel as cramped as some of the other BBQ places, and I REALLY like their joo mool reok meat (the boneless short ribs, I think?). The banchan offerings and service is a bit better than some of the other K-Town regular spots.
In Videos: Megadeath Burger: World's Hottest Hamburger in Australia
Someone get me a ticket to Australia...!
I don't like how it's a jumbo burger, though—of COURSE that's gonna decrease you chances of even finishing half. Keep it regular size, up the spice!
My Girlfriend wants Balthazar but I can't afford it!
Haven't personally been, but what about La Sirene? From 5-7 pm, it looks like they have a 3 course dinner deal for $25:
Bakeries in Manhattan without all the hype!
I second Two Little Red Hens. Awesome cupcakes and desserts, and I'm a huuuuge fan of their cakes.
Sugar Sweet Sunshine is a popular favorite, but I still have to recommend their banana pudding. Love love love.
A Guide to the Best Doughnuts in New York
A-maze-ing. I hope your arteries are OK, heh...
Video: Brad Pitt and Quentin Tarantino on Japanese Cooking Show
Thanks for posting this, it's my favorite show and haven't seen it for years!
@Emily Koh- completely agree with you that they should not sing.
But they are all good actors and their cooking improved a lot since the start of this show (they are probably getting pro lessons from Hattori school's teachers).
Video: Brad Pitt and Quentin Tarantino on Japanese Cooking Show
haha i used to watch this show all the time and my cousin, in her mid twenties, are in love with SMAP. they're...still pretty good.
Video: Brad Pitt and Quentin Tarantino on Japanese Cooking Show
@Emily Koh: Ah, thank you for the Japanese television wisdom. Updated the post!
@gastronomeg: Though I have to say, Brad did a pretty good job eating without getting shrimp stuck in his beard. He must have read these eating-with-facial-hair tips.
Video: Brad Pitt and Quentin Tarantino on Japanese Cooking Show
dear brad,
shave.
fondly, gastronomeg
Sugar Rush: Smoothies at Taim in the West Village
A third in support of their smoothies. I'm partial to the lemon-pear-mint!
Mark Bittman's Savory Oatmeal with Scallions and Soy Sauce
I just found this Blog. Great ideas. I would skip the meats, bacon, regular sour cream, etc. since I am trying to lower my cholesterol. Thanks.
Lebanon Sues Israel Over Falafel Rights
you guys are such JERKS...If this was Israel suing, you wouldn't be talking. At least the U.S. ADMITS where the food comes from: ex: chinese food is CHINESE, hamburgers are GERMAN...we don't necessarily label them as "American food"...I'm pretty sure all Americans know where the food they eat comes from. Who doesn't know that pizza is Italian and that it was INTRODUCED by Italian immigrants?
The article really introduced some stupid logic.
America's Regional Hot Dog Styles
I have eaten Hot dogs on 5 continents and almost 1/2 of America, probably about 150 cities in my travels. I would have to say none so far even compare to Rhode Island's, their "Hot Weiner" all the way are the best! They are small mild hot dogs served on a steamed bun with some kind of meat sauce, mustard, onions and celery salt! Addictive...I eat about 6 when I go to RI.
In Rhode Island they also sold hot dogs in the raw at the market under the brand "Saugy's" and these were the best I have ever bought, very mild, made with veal,pork and beef with a snap from the natural casing. I have a friend who ships them to me in Florida. You can also buy the New York System's Weenie Meat Sauce online at www.olneyvillenysystem.com and make them at home. It is easy to make and tastes like the real thing, I use the Saugy's brand with this meat sauce and I think it might even be better! You make them in this order..place dog in fresh steamed bun, a generous amount of plain yellow mustard, then top with a heaping pile of the meat sauce, then top that with the finely diced onions and shake some celery salt on top. Do not forget the celery salt on top..it's important. You'll Love it!
Dim Sum Favorites at Jing Fong in Chinatown
Ha, you pretty much like the same exact things I do. I think that the upside down sticky rice is my favorite. Im sure there is better dim sum out there, but for sheer shock value, I bring all my out of town friends here. Between the microphone and walkie-talkie chaos while you wait to have your number called, to the massive palatial dining hall, it's hard not to impress those who have yet to be indoctrinated into the world of dim sum.
The Phaal Challenge at Brick Lane Curry House: Spiciest Curry Ever?
My sister and I did the P'haal challenge today. We each finished in about 20, maybe 25 minutes. She was sweating and her eyes were tearing. I didn't sweat but I actually had two bouts of dizziness, my hands shook a little and my ears clogged up for about two minutes towards the end. But we got through it pretty easily. Our trick was not to touch the water or any drink at ALL. The only thing we added was maybe 1/4 of the rice bowl.
MY trick was to save the chicken for the end. The sauce did NOT soak into the chicken and by the end the temperature had gone down considerably, so the chicken almost had a cooling effect.
I do NOT recommend anyone does this at the 53rd St. location - they don't have a liquor license so they gave us a coupon for a free beer...which we can redeem down on 6th St. So we have to go to the Village anyway. That was a big disappointment. They also didn't take our picture - we have to email it to the guy in the Village.
Slice Walk: Park Slope
Paulie, the Artichoke slice did look good, and the toppings were very much so.....but man, the crust on mine was nearly hard enough to be able to bury the edge of the slice into someone's noggin!
Even still, it was a good slice. With a more pliant crust it would have given Dom a run for the money. I'll be sure to check out New Park Pizza next time I'm up in NYC. Thanks for the tip. --PB
Slice Walk: Park Slope
@pizzablogger From looks alone, I'd vote for the slice from Artichoke. I've had one too and I found it to be very similar to DiFara. And the wait was shorter. But the pizzaiolo didn't have the charm of Gepeto. If you would have conferred with me prior to your journey I would have sent you to my favorite slice joint, New Park Pizza in Howard Beach. Here's my favorite slice shot:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/pauliegee/482091957/in/set-72157607581050058/
The Sicilian is just OK:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/pauliegee/752072964/in/set-72157607581050058/
Ciao,
Paulie Gee
Slice Walk: Park Slope
Adam, this was such a timely issue. Along with having already scoped out the Brooklyn pizza map, this article really sealed the deal for me going to Tomato & Basil when I was planning my day long journey.
As with every place I went to, I went to the counter and simply ordered a "slice". What I was given at T&B looks a little different than what you got, but it sure was a tasty slice. Thanks again!
http://www.pizzablogger.org/index.php/2009/07/15/road-trips/slicecapades-v1-0/
Served: Goodbye Waiting Tables, Goodbye NYC, Goodbye Served
Hannah, I've come late to SE and your writing, but have enjoyed it. I'll miss it, and I hope you will take up your blogging gift again soon. Looking forward to learning what group you're with. If they operate in the MidWest we will give any Chicago operations a try.
Lived in Santa Barbara for six years - some time ago - and SoCal is an entirely different world. Hope you like it. It may be a little harder to live there since the state iwent broke.
Served: Goodbye Waiting Tables, Goodbye NYC, Goodbye Served
Good Luck Hannah, so glad to hear you found a job! I have really enjoyed your blog, hope to see you writing again soon!
Served: Goodbye Waiting Tables, Goodbye NYC, Goodbye Served
How bittersweet but welcome to LA & congrats on landing the gig! Will be seeing a "Managed" here on SE soon?
Anyhow, hopefully we'll have a chance to meet (and eat, and drink) when you're here!
Served: Goodbye Waiting Tables, Goodbye NYC, Goodbye Served
Congratulations Hannah. I hope you will maintain some kind of blog when you're in LA! I really enjoyed this column.
NYC's Top 10 Ice Cream Sandwiches
@ orenale: Definitely go to One Girl Cookies! How Sweet It Is unfortunately closed down a few months ago...they're catering operation is still in business, but the retail storefront with the ice cream sandwiches is now gone :[
Served: Goodbye Waiting Tables, Goodbye NYC, Goodbye Served
Well done, Hannah. Good to hear that you're moving in the direction that you'd like to go. I've read your blog for about a year now, through Serious Eats, and it's always been one of the features I look forward to.
Also, six months ago, one of my very good friends moved to LA to do a restaurant management program that sounds suspiciously similar to the one you've described. She's loving it and all the opportunities that come with it. Maybe I'll tell her to look out for you...
Good luck with everything!
NYC's Top 10 Ice Cream Sandwiches
I'm going to take my husband on a date to How Sweet It Is tonight and to One Girl Cookies this weekend. He's so crazy about ice cream sandwiches that he's made a sculpture of them. http://tinyurl.com/lqqjxl
Served: Goodbye Waiting Tables, Goodbye NYC, Goodbye Served
Congratulations, Hannah. Good luck. I've enjoyed reading your column each week. I hope you enjoy your new job.
Served: Goodbye Waiting Tables, Goodbye NYC, Goodbye Served
as an angeleno, curiosity has gotten the better of me... what restaurant will you be working with? if you can't tell me, i'd love a clue!
Mark Bittman's Savory Oatmeal with Scallions and Soy Sauce
I just tried this for the first time but I made it with chicken broth, minced onions, black beans and topped with sour cream....mmmm mmmm good
Served: Goodbye Waiting Tables, Goodbye NYC, Goodbye Served
Good luck ^_^ Maybe you can start a new series as learning-the-ropes-of-restaurant-management.
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Just a correction: "Bistro SMAP" is actually just a weekly segment on the variety show, "SMAPxSMAP." (The teams and host are all part of a too-old boy band that really should... just not sing. Ever. Heck, they do this cooking gig better!)