Hello all,
It has been a crazy few weeks with school projects and papers coming due at the half semester mark. Today I officially begin the 5 day countdown to my departure to the south lands. Looking forward to relaxing, sticking my toes in the sand and enjoying some LOW COUNTRY SOUTHERN cooking with Guy.
XXOO
GUY!!!
Mr. B
Saturday, April 4, 2009
Thursday, March 12, 2009
ALMOND, NYC
Hello all,
Welcome back! Monday night Guy and I had a wonderful dinner Monday night at Almond, a friend's restaurant of the same name as the one situated on Montauk Highway in Bridgehampton, New York. Just as we love it there, we love it here.
We started with a drink at the bar, after I was a little late because of skip stop subway fiasco. Maker's Mark Manhattan before I sat got the edge off before dinner.
Eric came over with a big smile after having returned from the movies and then we were seated at a great table in the corner of the restaurant. Pomegranate Martini's started the meal before we ordered.
Appetizers: Steamed Artichoke with Four Dipping Sauces and Salt Cod Fritters. Both yummy.
Entrees: Grilled Scallops and Roasted Monkfish with Manila Clams and PEI Mussels.
No dessert this time, but wait until we come back; SOON!
Welcome back! Monday night Guy and I had a wonderful dinner Monday night at Almond, a friend's restaurant of the same name as the one situated on Montauk Highway in Bridgehampton, New York. Just as we love it there, we love it here.
We started with a drink at the bar, after I was a little late because of skip stop subway fiasco. Maker's Mark Manhattan before I sat got the edge off before dinner.
Eric came over with a big smile after having returned from the movies and then we were seated at a great table in the corner of the restaurant. Pomegranate Martini's started the meal before we ordered.
Appetizers: Steamed Artichoke with Four Dipping Sauces and Salt Cod Fritters. Both yummy.
Entrees: Grilled Scallops and Roasted Monkfish with Manila Clams and PEI Mussels.
No dessert this time, but wait until we come back; SOON!
Thursday, February 19, 2009
BOTTINO with DINE OUT WINE OUT
Looking forward to joining the boys for a prix-fixe dinner tonight at BOTTINO. There will be a review of the evening and possibly some photos to follow tomorrow. Please stay tuned!
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Revolutionary Road
Amazing psychodrama. What would happen to you if you bought into the theory or thought that life has to end in the suburbs and you have to 'settle down?" Some of us might commit suicide while others of us may try and escape to a place where we can "feel alive" again and truly "experience life" on all that it is supposed to be. What is next for us all? Life? Living? Depression? Isn't it wonderful to be able to say what is on your mind all of the time than wrestle with your emotions to save face? I think so. Go and see this movie is you are a citizen of the world and have a need for clarity in your life. Do not wait and do not collect $200 dollars when you pass go this time around. Get yourself to the movies and see Revolutionar Road. You will not be sorry.
I truly enjoyed the struggle of the man with his temptations both physical and inhis career. Although Kate Winslet will be up for an Academy Award for her performance as the troubled housewife, Leonardo DiCaprio performan an equally compelling role as the perplexed husband wanting to provide for his family while working with the boys cluib at work. Bravo to both!!!
I truly enjoyed the struggle of the man with his temptations both physical and inhis career. Although Kate Winslet will be up for an Academy Award for her performance as the troubled housewife, Leonardo DiCaprio performan an equally compelling role as the perplexed husband wanting to provide for his family while working with the boys cluib at work. Bravo to both!!!
Friday, January 2, 2009
Tutto Il Giorno, Sag Harbor
Upon a second visit to this Sag Harbor village gem, I felt the need to put fingers to keys and pen a review for all to know. Driving north on Rt. 114 from East Hampton to Sag Harbor, you pass miles and acres of farm land, pine trees and homes, mostly empty because of the weather and time of year. When you arrive in Sag Harbor, just over the hill into town, you notice Christmas tree decorations, movement and the hope of some kind of human activity. We found this activity at Tutto Il Giorno on the Eve of New Year's Eve.
I noticed the lights on the sign hanging on the front of the building and said to Guy, "MAKE A LEFT!" We turned around and made our way to a welcoming sight; people laughing, a roaring fireplace and a few friendly faces who would bring us wonderful food and wine during the next ninety minutes.
Dinner started with rock shrimp and calamari lightly fried with a marinara dipping sauce and beef carpaccio with caper berries, cheese crisp and shredded zucchini. Entrees included grilled swordfish with caramelized cauliflower and micro greens and the wonderful rigatoni with sweet sauce, peas, carrots in a light red sauce. Yummy. Dessert complimented the meal with a light, fluffy pana cotta served coated with raspberry sauce and chiffonade of fresh mint. Yummy. Find this place and go. TAKE US WITH YOU!
Happy New Year!
From Mr. B in NYC!
I noticed the lights on the sign hanging on the front of the building and said to Guy, "MAKE A LEFT!" We turned around and made our way to a welcoming sight; people laughing, a roaring fireplace and a few friendly faces who would bring us wonderful food and wine during the next ninety minutes.
Dinner started with rock shrimp and calamari lightly fried with a marinara dipping sauce and beef carpaccio with caper berries, cheese crisp and shredded zucchini. Entrees included grilled swordfish with caramelized cauliflower and micro greens and the wonderful rigatoni with sweet sauce, peas, carrots in a light red sauce. Yummy. Dessert complimented the meal with a light, fluffy pana cotta served coated with raspberry sauce and chiffonade of fresh mint. Yummy. Find this place and go. TAKE US WITH YOU!
Happy New Year!
From Mr. B in NYC!
Sunday, December 28, 2008
LANDMARC
I love this place and I was one of the first 50 customers at their bar when they opened way back when. I continue to go and eat at the bar with a small plate and a half bottle of wine. Today I had the steak tartare and a half bottle of Sancerre. Delicious and the staff and atmosphere are very comforting in this troubling economy.
Please go and spend some money here with family and friends. Also a great place for a first date. Upstairs is wonderful for a private event or dinner party.
Marc and Pam are great!
Please go and spend some money here with family and friends. Also a great place for a first date. Upstairs is wonderful for a private event or dinner party.
Marc and Pam are great!
Mercer Kitchen
Hello and welcome back to you and myself after a long semester at school.
I finally was able to make a reservation and go to Mercer Kitchen today with Guy and we had lunch/brunch. Whatever it is called these days, just because it is a weekend, doesn't mean it has to be BRUNCH.
The staff were push and forced me to sit at our specifically reserved table (made the reservation on opentable.com and I always ask for a booth or banquette). But anywho, enough about me. Offerings were something for everyone. I started with the Tomatoe Soup-although presentation was lacking, the taste was very delicious with seven grain bread and cheddar cheese (although not my favorite it worked with the soup today). Guy had the shaved fennel salad and did not complain.
Entrees were a smoked salmon and bagel plate and I had the lamb sandwich with house made chips. Both were adequate at best, although there could have been more chips.
Bloody Mary's weren't spicy enough for Guy and the waitress forgot to ask me if I would like another drink before dropping the check. On a scale of 1-5 I would rate this a 1.5 at best. We might, or I might, try it again something upstairs and see if the rating changes.
I finally was able to make a reservation and go to Mercer Kitchen today with Guy and we had lunch/brunch. Whatever it is called these days, just because it is a weekend, doesn't mean it has to be BRUNCH.
The staff were push and forced me to sit at our specifically reserved table (made the reservation on opentable.com and I always ask for a booth or banquette). But anywho, enough about me. Offerings were something for everyone. I started with the Tomatoe Soup-although presentation was lacking, the taste was very delicious with seven grain bread and cheddar cheese (although not my favorite it worked with the soup today). Guy had the shaved fennel salad and did not complain.
Entrees were a smoked salmon and bagel plate and I had the lamb sandwich with house made chips. Both were adequate at best, although there could have been more chips.
Bloody Mary's weren't spicy enough for Guy and the waitress forgot to ask me if I would like another drink before dropping the check. On a scale of 1-5 I would rate this a 1.5 at best. We might, or I might, try it again something upstairs and see if the rating changes.
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