Recent Comments

From Drinks

Manhattan Special Espresso Coffee Soda

Oh, I love these! They have them at Iggy's Pizzeria on 1st in the East Village.

Tia Kim at 12:21PM on 02/10/12

From Serious Eats: New York

The Best Soup Dumplings In Chinatown, Manhattan

I've been told by the hostess at Joe's that Joe's Ginger is related. On busy days, they even hand out Joe's Ginger business cards and direct people there.

Tia Kim at 11:53AM on 12/21/11

From Sweets

Holiday Giveaway: David Lebovitz's Paris Pastry App

almond croissant

Tia Kim at 2:38PM on 12/03/11

From Serious Eats: New York

The Best Macarons in New York City

I've been waiting since last week for this! Yes!

Tia Kim at 11:51AM on 10/12/11

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Recent Posts

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Tastings at Vintry Wine & Whiskey

Posted by Tia Kim, December 31, 2009 at 2:00 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Tuesday Nights at Allen & Delancey

Posted by Tia Kim, December 24, 2009 at 11:30 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Excellent Small Bites in the Tavern of Gramercy Tavern

Posted by Tia Kim, December 17, 2009 at 10:30 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Clerkenwell, A Gastropub on the Lower East Side

Posted by Tia Kim, December 10, 2009 at 11:00 AM

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Recent Favorites

From Serious Eats: New York

Lunch Today: Rice Dishes from Yuen Yuen

Posted by Shell Tu, August 24, 2011 at 11:15 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

What to Eat in Flushing's Golden Shopping Mall's Basement

Posted by Lingbo Li, August 10, 2010 at 9:45 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

What to Eat on Flushing's Golden Shopping Mall's First Floor

Posted by Lingbo Li, August 9, 2010 at 10:00 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Looking For The Best Cholados in Queens

Posted by Sara Markel-Gonzalez, July 26, 2010 at 2:00 PM

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Recent Polls

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "Location is no objection. I'll go anywhere." to How Far Would You Travel For Good Food?

Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, November 9, 2010 at 11:45 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "Yes! I love having a lot of little dishes to try." to Do You Like Small Plates Dining?

Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, August 17, 2010 at 11:00 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "I'd scope the place out first to see if it seemed clean." to Would You Eat at a 'C' Restaurant?

Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, August 10, 2010 at 11:15 AM

From Slice

Tia Kim answered "Individual slices wrapped in foil" to How do you store your leftover pizza?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, August 9, 2010 at 9:55 AM

Recent Quizzes

From Serious Eats

Tia Kim got 62% correct on How Much Do You Know About Cheese?

Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, March 10, 2010 at 11:15 AM

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Recent Comments

From Drinks

Manhattan Special Espresso Coffee Soda

Oh, I love these! They have them at Iggy's Pizzeria on 1st in the East Village.

Tia Kim at 12:21PM on 02/10/12

From Serious Eats: New York

The Best Soup Dumplings In Chinatown, Manhattan

I've been told by the hostess at Joe's that Joe's Ginger is related. On busy days, they even hand out Joe's Ginger business cards and direct people there.

Tia Kim at 11:53AM on 12/21/11

From Sweets

Holiday Giveaway: David Lebovitz's Paris Pastry App

almond croissant

Tia Kim at 2:38PM on 12/03/11

From Serious Eats: New York

The Best Macarons in New York City

I've been waiting since last week for this! Yes!

Tia Kim at 11:51AM on 10/12/11

From Serious Eats: New York

Win Tickets to a Six-Course Dinner (With Pairings) at Empellón

Spicy margaritas. Note the plural.

Tia Kim at 4:14PM on 07/06/11

From Serious Eats: New York

Tacos Morelos Now Open 24 Hours in East Village

One night I was passing by the cart and there were 2 guys in front of me. One guy wanted to stop at the truck, but his friend didn't want to. At the end the friend convinced him to go to Chipotle instead. Hilarious!

Tia Kim at 3:36PM on 04/29/11

From Serious Eats: New York

Soft Tofu Restaurant (So Kong Dong) in Fort Lee, New Jersey

I agree, So Kong Dong in Pal Park is better, food & service-wise. If you like the Fort Lee one, you should check out the Pal Park one. They opened up a BCD in NJ too, but I still prefer So Kong Dong.

Tia Kim at 4:09PM on 04/13/11

From Talk

Pizza-party catering menu? Help me with my 'pizza playlist'

What about an egg pizza? It'll be good if it's during brunch.

Tia Kim at 3:16PM on 04/08/11

From Slice

Koronet: Jumbo Pizza Slices Bigger Than Your Head

In college I use to eat one easily & then follow-up with a hot dog from Mike's Papaya. Miss my college metabolism...

Tia Kim at 10:09PM on 03/25/11

From Serious Eats: New York

Sugar Rush: Ushiwakamaru's Zenzai

Oh yes, love the zenzai at Ushi. Haven't been in a while, thanks for reminding me!

Tia Kim at 1:56AM on 03/10/11

From Serious Eats

Taste Test: Cabbage Kimchi

Leftovers = kimchi jigae or kimchi jun (kimchi pancakes)!

Tia Kim at 11:17AM on 03/09/11

From Serious Eats: New York

Sugar Rush: Praline Parfait at Pearl Oyster Bar

I'm a fan of the parfait as well. Love how generous they are with the butterscotch.

Tia Kim at 4:48PM on 02/23/11

From Drinks

Ten Margaritas We Love in New York City

Glad to see Barrio Chino's margarita on the list. It's completely killer.

Tia Kim at 5:12PM on 02/22/11

From Serious Eats: New York

Flushing: Korean-Chinese at Guh Song

Agree with @jkaww, Bayside is not Flushing. Sorry Chris.

Tia Kim at 5:03PM on 02/22/11

From Serious Eats: New York

Mono+Mono in the East Village: Where the Space Trumps the Food

Went to Mad for Chicken on 32nd a few weeks ago and noticed they changed their name to Mono+Mono. Rebranding I guess. As usual, outside of the chicken and ddukboki everything else was bad. It's best not stray from the Korean items at Korean restaurants.

Tia Kim at 1:05PM on 11/20/10

From Talk

Finding a decent sammich in Flushing

If you're looking for sandwiches of the Boar's Head variety, check out Cherry Valley Deli in Whitestone (close to Flushing) - http://www.cherryvalleydeli.net. They have a huge selection - 48 sandwich combos and also makes a prosciutto hero on request.

Tia Kim at 2:51PM on 10/09/10

From Slice

Use a Panini Press to Reheat Slices

In the past I've used a George Foreman with a salt shaker to keep the grill open. Waffle irons work too.

Tia Kim at 7:59PM on 08/04/10

From Serious Eats: New York

Canteen 82: Quality Chinese from a Dumpling-Espresso Bar?

Who would have thought you could get good dumplings at a place called Canteen 82? Interesting.

Tia Kim at 11:59AM on 06/23/10

From Serious Eats: New York

Win NYC Food Film Festival Tickets to Brad Farmerie's Southeast Asian Street Food Market

Such a broad area. To keep it simple, I would say Pad Kee Mao.

Tia Kim at 10:35AM on 06/22/10

From Serious Eats: New York

Smörgåsboard: Euro-Asian Sandwiches, Lamb Burger

Best kept secret?

Tia Kim at 3:20PM on 05/26/10

From Serious Eats: New York

The Best Bread Baskets in New York City

I'm going to Commerce just for the bread basket! Love this post. And btw, Rayuela also has good cheese bread.

Tia Kim at 5:05PM on 05/10/10

From Sweets

Get to Know a Piemaker: Allison Kave, First Prize Pies

@ladykave - Oh, I'll definitely take you up on that offer! Would love to try the s'mores pie, but I may have to wait for the fruit pies. Hope cherry will be in the works!

Tia Kim at 11:29AM on 05/06/10

From Sweets

Get to Know a Piemaker: Allison Kave, First Prize Pies

Going to grab some pie next time at Essex Market! Are the pies available by slice?

Tia Kim at 6:16PM on 05/05/10

From Serious Eats: New York

2010 James Beard Awards: New York, New York

Sounds like it was so much fun, and Ed, you're looking way thin! Congrats on that too!

Tia Kim at 3:09PM on 05/04/10

From Slice

Astoria: Rosario's Deli Serves a Killer Slice

Wow, the crust looks so airy and crisp. Have to try it!

Tia Kim at 6:53PM on 05/03/10

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Recent Posts

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Tastings at Vintry Wine & Whiskey

Posted by Tia Kim, December 31, 2009 at 2:00 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Tuesday Nights at Allen & Delancey

Posted by Tia Kim, December 24, 2009 at 11:30 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Excellent Small Bites in the Tavern of Gramercy Tavern

Posted by Tia Kim, December 17, 2009 at 10:30 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Clerkenwell, A Gastropub on the Lower East Side

Posted by Tia Kim, December 10, 2009 at 11:00 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Fishing for a Bite at White Slab

Posted by Tia Kim, December 3, 2009 at 12:00 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: House Smoked Pig at Waterfront Ale House

Posted by Tia Kim, November 27, 2009 at 1:00 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Solid Bar Bites at Bar Stuzzichini

Posted by Tia Kim, November 19, 2009 at 1:00 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Being Local at Wilfie & Nell

Posted by Tia Kim, November 12, 2009 at 11:00 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Wings Gone Rogue at Mad for Chicken

Posted by Tia Kim, November 5, 2009 at 12:00 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Banh Mi at Terroir?

Posted by Tia Kim, October 29, 2009 at 1:00 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Kicking it at The Modern Bar Room

Posted by Tia Kim, October 21, 2009 at 1:30 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Home Runs and Goals at Warren 77

Posted by Tia Kim, October 15, 2009 at 11:15 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Mixing it Up at Bibim-Bar

Posted by Tia Kim, October 8, 2009 at 1:45 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Finger-Lickin' Good at Bar Blanc Bistro

Posted by Tia Kim, September 30, 2009 at 1:45 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Finding Venice in Chinatown at Bacaro

Posted by Tia Kim, September 23, 2009 at 12:45 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Satisfyingly Gut-Busting Fare at One and One

Posted by Tia Kim, September 17, 2009 at 1:00 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Devilishly Good Eggs at Pegu Club

Posted by Tia Kim, September 10, 2009 at 1:30 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: "The Sandwich of the Decade" at El Quinto Pino

Posted by Tia Kim, September 3, 2009 at 1:00 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: A Different Kind of Burger at Clover Club

Posted by Tia Kim, August 27, 2009 at 1:30 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Ignoring the Church Bells at Zum Schneider

Posted by Tia Kim, August 20, 2009 at 2:45 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

Raising the Bar: Happy Hour Sandwiches at Marshall Stack

Posted by Tia Kim, August 13, 2009 at 1:30 PM

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Recent Favorites

From Serious Eats: New York

Lunch Today: Rice Dishes from Yuen Yuen

Posted by Shell Tu, August 24, 2011 at 11:15 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

What to Eat in Flushing's Golden Shopping Mall's Basement

Posted by Lingbo Li, August 10, 2010 at 9:45 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

What to Eat on Flushing's Golden Shopping Mall's First Floor

Posted by Lingbo Li, August 9, 2010 at 10:00 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Looking For The Best Cholados in Queens

Posted by Sara Markel-Gonzalez, July 26, 2010 at 2:00 PM

From Recipes

Dinner Tonight: Ginger and Cilantro Baked Tilapia

Posted by Nick Kindelsperger, March 31, 2010 at 4:15 PM

From Serious Eats

How to Make Fresh Pasta

Posted by Kumiko Mitarai, March 29, 2010 at 10:30 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Pulino's: The Nation's First Breakfast Pizzeria

Posted by Ed Levine, March 23, 2010 at 11:00 PM

From Recipes

Fresh Ricotta in Five Minutes or Less

Posted by J. Kenji López-Alt, February 19, 2010 at 7:25 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

A First Look at Baohaus (In which I Learn I Fit the Profile)

Posted by Joe DiStefano, January 11, 2010 at 11:15 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Xi'an Famous Foods Now Open in Manhattan

Posted by Robyn Lee, December 21, 2009 at 2:30 PM

From Serious Eats

Making Cheap Hard Cider From Scratch

Posted by Robyn Lee, November 5, 2009 at 2:00 PM

From Serious Eats: New York

A Guide to Ethnic Eats Near the U.S. Open

Posted by Joe DiStefano, September 2, 2009 at 11:45 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Off the Beaten Path: Naeng Myun at Han Song Ting’s New Digs

Posted by Joe DiStefano, August 27, 2009 at 11:00 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Flushing’s Hunan House: The Real Deal

Posted by Joe DiStefano, August 19, 2009 at 10:00 AM

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Polls

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "Location is no objection. I'll go anywhere." to How Far Would You Travel For Good Food?

Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, November 9, 2010 at 11:45 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "Yes! I love having a lot of little dishes to try." to Do You Like Small Plates Dining?

Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, August 17, 2010 at 11:00 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "I'd scope the place out first to see if it seemed clean." to Would You Eat at a 'C' Restaurant?

Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, August 10, 2010 at 11:15 AM

From Slice

Tia Kim answered "Individual slices wrapped in foil" to How do you store your leftover pizza?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, August 9, 2010 at 9:55 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "Call over the manager and ask that the item be taken off the bill. " to How Would You Deal With Restaurant Error?

Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, August 3, 2010 at 11:00 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "30 minutes is pushing it. " to How Long Is Too Long for a Great Lunch?

Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, July 20, 2010 at 11:15 AM

From Serious Eats

Tia Kim answered "Sometimes, if I'm not in a hurry" to Do you toast your Pop-Tarts?

Poll posted by Lingbo Li, June 16, 2010 at 9:00 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "On a Cone" to What's Your Favorite Ice Cream Treat?

Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, May 25, 2010 at 10:45 AM

From Slice

Tia Kim answered "No ... because I will force them to convert!" to Your sweetheart doesn't like pizza: dealbreaker?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, May 24, 2010 at 8:45 AM

From Serious Eats

Tia Kim answered "String by string" to How Do You Eat String Cheese?

Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, May 19, 2010 at 9:30 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "Parties of 8 or more" to When Is an Automatic Gratuity Acceptable?

Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, May 18, 2010 at 11:00 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "Get a sitter. " to Kids at Fancy Restaurants: Yay or Nay?

Poll posted by Carey Jones, May 11, 2010 at 10:00 AM

From Slice

Tia Kim answered "Crushed red pepper flakes" to What seasonings do you shake on your slices?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, April 12, 2010 at 8:15 AM

From Slice

Tia Kim answered "Yes" to Is it pizza if it doesn't have cheese?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, March 29, 2010 at 8:55 AM

From Slice

Tia Kim answered "Yes! " to Do you make pizza at home?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, March 22, 2010 at 8:00 AM

From Serious Eats

Tia Kim answered "Chocolat" to What's Your Favorite Food Movie?

Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, March 7, 2010 at 5:00 PM

From Serious Eats

Tia Kim answered "Cheese" to What's your favorite supermarket aisle?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, February 21, 2010 at 8:45 PM

From Slice

Tia Kim answered "Soda" to What do you drink with your pizza?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, February 22, 2010 at 7:55 AM

From Serious Eats: New York

Tia Kim answered "Eating In" to What Are Your Valentine's Day Plans?

Poll posted by Carey Jones, February 8, 2010 at 11:30 AM

From Slice

Tia Kim answered "Two slices" to How many slices in a pizza lunch?

Poll posted by Adam Kuban, December 16, 2009 at 7:00 AM

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Quizzes

From Serious Eats

Tia Kim got 62% correct on How Much Do You Know About Cheese?

Quiz posted by Katie Quinn, March 10, 2010 at 11:15 AM

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About Tia Kim

Website: http://www.bionicbites.com/

Location: LES | NYC

About: I'm a maniacally food-obsessed New Yorker who lives to explore, experiment, and eat.

Favorite foods: Pizza, xiao long bao, ramyun (ramen), sea urchin, steamers, samgyupsal (pork belly), cheese (the runnier the better), and gopchang (cow intestines).

Last bite on earth: Can't bear to think about it.