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Walden – In Williamsburg, not Concord, Massachusetts

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Evan Halperin

Nestled a few blocks from the Lorimer station in Williamsburg Brooklyn, Walden is a cozy neighborhood restaurant that maybe even Henry David Thoreau would be proud of. Thoreau lived on beans and other plants that he grew himself, and similarly, restaurant Walden, with … finish reading Walden – In Williamsburg, not Concord, Massachusetts

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Zero Otto Nove – Italian Comfort Food in Comforting Setting

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Evan Halperin

Earlier this week, after returning from vacation from the west coast, I was invited to a blogger event hosted by Zero Otto Nove, located in the Flatiron district. Often when you think of Italian food in Flatiron, Eataly often comes … finish reading Zero Otto Nove – Italian Comfort Food in Comforting Setting

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Bottega – Michael Chiarello’s ode to Italian food

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Evan Halperin

To start the new year off right, the Vegetarian and I left the east coast for a vacation to the west coast, specifically the Bay Area. Prior to a week long stay with family in Berkeley, we took a few … finish reading Bottega – Michael Chiarello’s ode to Italian food

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Annisa

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Evan Halperin

Last night I had planned to celebrate my in-laws wedding anniversary with a dinner at Chef Anita Lo’s well known restaurant Annisa. However, due a change in plans, only the Vegetarian and I made it to the restaurant for the … finish reading Annisa

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Takashi – A beef lovers paradise

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Evan Halperin

I’m not quite sure how long Takashi has been open, but I had it in my Yelp bookmarks for a while. A few weeks ago Anthony Bourdain premiered a new show called The Layover. The show’s concept is as exactly … finish reading Takashi – A beef lovers paradise

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Cocoron – The Soba Experience

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Evan Halperin

Many months ago now, I watched an episode of No Reservations (I know, I know, you’re thinking “surprise surprise, he’s talking about Anthony Bourdain again”) in which Tony travels to Japan several weeks prior to the devastating earthquake.  Rather than go Tokyo, … finish reading Cocoron – The Soba Experience

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Meatball Factory – A Preview

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Evan Halperin

This past weekend I was lucky enough to be invited to a soft opening of a brand new restaurant called the Meatball Factory. The owner is Chef Dave Martin, a finalist from season one of Top Chef. I wasn’t exactly … finish reading Meatball Factory – A Preview

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