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My Three Favorite Lamb Burgers in New York

Please go try the lamb burger at Kiwiana in Park Slope...shockingly good - the funky flavor of the lamb really works great with the strong flavors of the traditional kiwi toppings (beets and an egg).

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Daily Slice: Roma Pizza, Park Slope, Brooklyn

Tomato and Basil still has a fantastic Grandma Slice. South Brooklyn is a damned fine pie, but it is 25 for a plain round, and 30 for a plain sicilian (and I think 4-5 bux for a slice depending on toppings) so it's not quality coming cheap.

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Where to Eat a Pre- or Post-Theater Dinner in NYC

Sush of Gari. Might not be quite as good as the upper east side original, but still delicious (and of course ridiculously expensive as well)

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The Brunch Dish: Mediterranean Crispy Dough at Miriam, Park Slope

You just called out my favorite brunch of all time. One extra secret to it though - order a side of Labneh, combine that with some of the spicy sauce, egg and crispy dough and you get the most amazing, complex and satisfying bite of food imaginable.

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From A Hamburger Today

My Three Favorite Lamb Burgers in New York

Please go try the lamb burger at Kiwiana in Park Slope...shockingly good - the funky flavor of the lamb really works great with the strong flavors of the traditional kiwi toppings (beets and an egg).

From Slice

Daily Slice: Roma Pizza, Park Slope, Brooklyn

Tomato and Basil still has a fantastic Grandma Slice. South Brooklyn is a damned fine pie, but it is 25 for a plain round, and 30 for a plain sicilian (and I think 4-5 bux for a slice depending on toppings) so it's not quality coming cheap.

From Serious Eats: New York

Where to Eat a Pre- or Post-Theater Dinner in NYC

Sush of Gari. Might not be quite as good as the upper east side original, but still delicious (and of course ridiculously expensive as well)

From Serious Eats: New York

The Brunch Dish: Mediterranean Crispy Dough at Miriam, Park Slope

You just called out my favorite brunch of all time. One extra secret to it though - order a side of Labneh, combine that with some of the spicy sauce, egg and crispy dough and you get the most amazing, complex and satisfying bite of food imaginable.

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Who Makes the Best Buffalo Wings in New York?

Try Dram Shop in park slope. Fantastic wings: meaty, crispy, juicy and a nice bit of heat.

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Championship: The Downtown Edition

What about Blue Ribbon Bakery Market?! Amazing cookie and Ed raved about it in his review of the place to boot.

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La Villa's Focaccia di Nonna

Hmm, well read your article and tried the grandma pizza tonight. Pretty good, but I've got to say that the grandma from tomato and basil on 4th avenue is better. Has a much more concentrated flavor, and I want to say they put some Parmesan on there as well for a nice sharp touch.

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