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Food and Drink, Lifestyle

A Visit to Prandial Means a Memorable Meal

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Prandial Bar
Happy Hour 4:00 – 7:00 PM (Interior Photos By Gail. Food Photos By Anne Raso).

In the twenty five years I’ve lived in Manhattan, I’ve never known there to be a dearth of inventive new restaurants popping up in the trendy Flatiron District. Of course, there’s always room for one more, especially when that place does everything as impressively as Prandial. This American Bistro flaunts an interior that’s a perfect balance of rustic and elegant, and a kitchen expertly helmed by Executive Chef Pierre Rougey (formerly of Raoul’s) – a man whose firm handshake is as memorable as his cuisine.

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Film and Television, Pop Culture

United States of Bacon to Premiere on December 30th, 2012

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United States of Bacon
Pictured: Something that Contains Bacon (Image Source)

From the Huffington Post:

It was only a matter of time before there was a television series devoted to bacon. Bacon fiends should start setting their DVRs because the Destination America channel, owned by Discovery, will premiere United States of Bacon on December 30th at 10:00 and 10:30 PM. Continue reading United States of Bacon to Premiere on December 30th, 2012 →

Food and Drink, Lifestyle

Happy Family’s Shazi Visram Talks to Chef Tom Colicchio about Organic Food for Kids

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Pull up a Chair Event Sign

There aren’t many topics in the realm of food, cooking and nutrition that are as hot right now as that of organic foods. While some might think that organic food is an adult interest, the truth is that feeding babies and children organically grown food is absolutely vital for the health of a growing young brain and body. Continue reading Happy Family’s Shazi Visram Talks to Chef Tom Colicchio about Organic Food for Kids →

Food and Drink, Lifestyle

L’asso EV Italian Eatery is ‘Aces’ All The Way

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L'Asso EV Exterior Wall
Art and Interior Shots By Gail Worley, Food Photos by Anne Raso and Gail Worley

Against trend, we often side with the belief that most foods labeled “Healthy” might be significantly less tasty than their less healthy counterparts – case in point: Pizza. So, we had a pretty serious Come to Jesus Moment this week while dining for the first time at L’asso EV, a newcomer to the East Village, boasting a dedication to the organic, gluten free culinary approach, that manages to get just about everything right.

L'Asso EV Pizza Oven
Pizza Oven!

We were initially tempted to visit L’Asso with the promise of being served the “Best Pizza In NYC” (a claim we have heard many times before). And while we admit that L’asso EV’s pizza is insane, it is really a co-star amid an ensemble cast (menu) of tasty treats that will likely convert you to a regular customer.

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Food and Drink, Lifestyle

Christos Steak House: A Steak Lover’s Paradise

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Full Feast Perspective Shot at Christos Steak House
The Feast Awaits (All Food Photos By Naomi “Natalie” Markewitz)

The greatest discovery any foodie can make is finding a local restaurant where you just know when you sit down at your table that anything you could order on the menu will be delicious. This is not the same thing as having a favorite restaurant where you really love the Cheese Enchiladas or the Green Coconut Curry. I’m talking about a dining establishment that not only serves your favorite dish, but a place where the quality of what you already know you love is so amazing that you’re encouraged to try things you might not have otherwise. It is from such circumstances that true Food Adventurism is born, and that just makes life more enjoyable. Because dining out is awesome.

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