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November 2008 - Posts
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Let us consider the turkey, that curiously hyperbolic fowl that an uncommonly large number of us will be forced to consume tomorrow. Turkey is a creature that one either loves, or doesn't love, with only a very few left sitting on the proverbial fence. Read More...
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– Food stamp usage in the U.S. is nearing an all-time high. [ Washington Post ] – How do farmers get so many turkeys ready to go for Thanksgiving? [ Slate ] – On Monday, the double cheeseburger will leave McDonald's dollar menu. Read More...
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By Jacqueline Wasilczyk, ZAGAT.com Staff Editor After five seasons of being involved with Top Chef , Lee Anne Wong shares some behind-the-scenes scoop. Lee Anne Wong Top Chef whips up drama on TV screens every Wednesday night, but there's plenty of Read More...
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Pranna photo: Evan W. Miller The owners of Long Island’s Maine Maid Inn and Sitar make their NYC debut with Pranna , a larger-than-life Gramercy Pan-Asian in the sprawling former Scopa site; given its airy dining room, subterranean exposed-brick Read More...
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The results of our 2008 Airline Survey are in , and while there were a few positive developments, the industry as a whole is hardly flying high in the public’s eyes. First, the good news: average overall ratings – factoring in Comfort, Service Read More...
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The 9,950 surveyors who participated in Zagat's 2008 Airline Survey had plenty of gripes about air travel. Below are some of our favorite comments. (To see the results of the survey, click here .) The Rhett Butler of airlines: they just don't Read More...
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– Campbell soup is so over MSG. [ Chicago Tribune ] – Starbucks lost a laptop with 97,000 employees' names, addresses and social security numbers. [ Starbucks Gossip ] – Was the head of New York's State Liquor Authority pressured Read More...
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Had I known the lobster cost $300, I would have brought it home and kept it as a pet. Read More...
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Burke in the Box photo: courtesy Burke in the Box With money tighter this year, holiday shopping looks to be a more painful experience than usual. But on the plus side, David Burke feels your pain. From Black Friday, November 28th, until New Year's Read More...
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Dirt Candy photo: courtesy of Dirt Candy Planted amid trendy East Village boutiques, the modern vegetarian arrival Dirt Candy is already drawing in locals for innovative comfort cuisine served in glossy, Pinkberry-esque environs; focusing solely on vegetables Read More...
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– A 2.15-pound truffle is having a terrible time selling in New York. [ Gothamist ] – Beaujolais' big days are behind it. [ WSJ ] – Massachusetts' wine shipping laws have been thrown out. [ Bostonist ] – The feud between Read More...
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Still figuring out what you're doing for Turkey Day next week? Don't want to cook but don't want to go out ro eat in a restaurant full of people you don't know? Enter the Thanksgiving take-out dinner. In order to milk as much out of the Read More...
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Can't get enough of Top Chef ? You're not alone. Each Thursday, it seems that food sites on the Internet stop to take a collective look at what went down on the chopping block the night before. So if you're looking to kill some time reading Read More...
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Zagat's new iPhone application Starting today, iPhone and iPod Touch owners will have one more reason to obsess over their favorite gadgets. Available now in the iTunes App Store for the bargain price of $9.99, ZAGAT TO GO '09 gives you access Read More...
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Artisinal photo: courtesy of Artisinal Terrance Brennan's Murray Hill brasserie Artisanal is rolling out three new multicourse menus: a $24.50 three-course pre-theater menu, served nightly from 5–6:30 PM and 10–11 PM, with choices like Read More...
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– The definition of organic milk in the U.S. may soon be finalized. [ USA Today ] – In defense of disliking dishes. [ MenuPages ] – PETA, which really doesn't like Thanksgiving, has pulled up some very disturbing turkey videos. [ Read More...
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Clockwise from left: Bouchon's brown-sugar cookies, black-walnut cookies, and mini versions of the pumpkin and bourbon pecan pies. Photo: Ryan Charles When it comes to holiday sweets, Thomas Keller 's Bouchon Bakery has you covered. After going Read More...
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Joël Robuchon photo: Gerard Bedeau Learning to cook from Joël Robuchon, whose world-renowned restaurants stretch from New York to London to Tokyo and back again, might seem intimidating, to say the least. But the chef's latest cookbook, Read More...
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The Oak Room photo: Evan W. Miller The Oak Room photo: Evan W. Miller One of NY’s longest-running venues, the Oak Room , a circa-1907 city landmark in the Plaza Hotel , is back in business following a two-year hiatus; the richly detailed oak paneling Read More...
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– The New Yorker's annual food issue is out and chock full of interesting reads. [ New Yorker ] – Spam? The beloved canned meat product is gunning for a comeback. [ NYT ] – Business lunches ain't exactly what they used to be. Read More...
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Beajolais Nouveau Photo: Boisset Family Estates Traditionally released on the third Thursday in November, the young, fruity Beaujolais Nouveau is almost synonymous with joie de vivre. Though its magnetic pull seems to have lessened in the past few years, Read More...
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– Milk-based products from China have been blocked by the FDA for fear of contamination. [ NYT , WSJ ] – When you eat fast food you are mostly eating... corn. [ Time ] – At least one blogger is done with pandering to the Internet's Read More...
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With Election Day behind us, another great American tradition is rapidly approaching: Thanksgiving. And restaurants are lining up to take on the burden of cooking (and prepping, serving and cleaning) so you can relax this holiday. If none of the 19 Turkey Read More...
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Last night the fifth season of Top Chef premiered on Bravo and the Internet is already full of recaps and discussion of what went down in the kitchen. Here's just a quick sampling of the Top Chef talk going around this morning: – Lots of folks Read More...
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They say good things come to those who wait, and if that’s true, the new Bouley should be spectacular beyond words, right? We’ll all find out soon enough: The TriBeCan French finally closes today in preparation to open Thursday night in its Read More...
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– Bake sales ain't what they used to be in California. [ NYT ] – Less-than-perfect-looking fruit are expected to be allowed back in the EU. [ Independent ] – The U.N. is warning that a serious food shortage in Gaza is two days away. Read More...
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As usual, last night's Community Board 3 SLA meeting went long. The meeting started at 6:30 PM and by 10:30 PM, the agenda for the evening was barely half-finished. Which isn't to say there weren't interesting developments. A few highlights Read More...
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Rouge Tomate photo: Evan W. Miller The chef has cooked at db Bistro Moderne and Las Vegas’ L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon , but it’s Rouge Tomate 's high-design space that threatens to steal the show at this UES arrival, an offshoot Read More...
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10 Downing photo: Ryan Charles At 10 Downing, the long-delayed Village eatery from restaurateur Stephane Dorian (Le Zoo, Waterloo), onetime 71 Clinton chef Jason Neroni sends out market-focused, Med-accented New American fare at recession-conscious rates; Read More...
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– It isn't just the cereal boxes. Food packages across the board are shrinking. [ LAT ] – Nutritional labels are coming to Philadelphia's chain menus. [ Inquirer ] – A Q&A with Eric Ripert . [ Gothamist ] – Beer sales Read More...
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The "Pojarski sliders" at the Russian Tea Room Courtesy of the Russian Tea Room The latest restaurant to jump on the recession-marketing bandwagon? The Russian Tea Room , which is now offering a $35 three-course "Business Express Lunch" Read More...
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– Steep food price increases are likely on the way. [ Reuters ] – Meanwhile, food banks in some areas are already in dire need of donations. [ Boston ] – David Chang is at it again: a Momofuku Milk Bar is coming. [ Eater ] – Making Read More...
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With the economy still uncertain, what is the foodie in search of a deal to do? Turn to OpenTable , it seems. The online reservation site (and Zagat partner) has teamed up with area restaurants to launch its " Appetite Stimulus Plan " from Monday, Read More...
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Republic's pork bruschetta Photo: Courtesy of Republic If don't want to sacrifice dining out while trying to live on a budget, noodle bars and and small plates can be attractive options. Despite its already cost-conscious menu , Union Square's Read More...
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On Sunday, November 9th, a few days before Veterans Day, McCormick & Schmick’s will honor those who have served our country by serving them a free lunch or dinner entree, ordered from a special menu, as well as a complimentary soft beverage. Read More...
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By Jacqueline Wasilczyk, ZAGAT.com staff editor With increased funding and star chef support, Timothy Hollingsworth has high hopes for the Lyon competition. The Bocuse d'Or trophy, modeled after founder Paul Bocuse Photo: courtesy of Bocuse d'Or Read More...
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– Five restaurateurs were elected to congress yesterday. [ NRN ] – Meanwhile, California's farm animal treatment proposition passed handily. [ LAT ] – A tough economy is a boon for budget beers. [ AdAge ] – Anecdotally, Barack Read More...
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Photo: Ion Sokhos For a holiday, Thanksgiving can sure feel like a lot of work. Want to skip the shopping, cooking and cleaning this year? Then make a dinner reservation instead. There's a meal out there to suit every budget, from affordable family-friendly Read More...
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photo: Tony Miller Today is Election Day in America. And if you haven't already cast your ballot, we just wanted to add to the chorus reminding you of the importance of letting your voice be heard. (Not sure if you'll have time? Here is a list Read More...
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Center Cut photo: Evan W. Miller Jeffrey Chodorow’s latest venue, the new steakhouse Center Cut , adds to the burgeoning dining scene around Lincoln Center with a stylish, mahogany-and-terrazzo-lined space hidden away on the second floor of the Read More...
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West Branch Photo: Ryan Charles UWS favorite son Tom Valenti ( Ouest ) adds more zip to the happening West Side via West Branch, a casual new brasserie featuring a cover-all-bases New American menu that rolls out everything from fish ’n’ chips Read More...
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This week is shaping up as an exciting one for foodies with Tastings NYC rolling into town November 7th–9th. Formerly known as Cook, Eat, Drink, Live, the fest brings three days of tastings and culinary events courtesy of many of the city's Read More...
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– Learn how they stuff in all those sponsorships into Top Chef . [ AdAge ] – From the silver linings department: Will a recession mean more affordable wine lists? [ Slate ] – Here are some sweet ideas for those wondering what to do with Read More...
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