Savoring "Sweet"
SWEET CHICK | 164 Bedford Ave. (at N. 8th St.), Brooklyn | 347.725.4793 | sweetchicknyc.com
SWEET CHICK | 164 Bedford Ave. (at N. 8th St.), Brooklyn | 347.725.4793 | sweetchicknyc.com
SCALLOP HASH with TRUFFLED EGG | Bay Scallop Hash with Prosciutto, New Potato, Shallots, Rosemary
...The Cabot cheddar, some of the best in its class, added subtle sharpness to the sandwich, and double the texture with it's melted center and its slightly fried "skirt".... [Full Post]
ALICE'S TEA CUP (Chapter II) | 156 East 64th St. (bet. Lexington & 3rd Aves.) | 212.535.2424 | www.alicesteacup.com
...The medium rare duck was succulent, tasty, with the proper amount of "game" without any of the "funk".(That's how I like to put it.) The sweet but not cloying cassis vinaigrette complimenting the meat without overwhelming it, and hefted nicely by the flavorful and aromatic sweet potato hash. The subtle, herbal notes in the cooked spinach rounding out the dish quite nicely.... [Full post]
The flattop-griddled meat was very tasty and had perfect juiciness and texture, wisely only salted just before hitting the heat. On the Mikey, I got more texture from the corn beef hash than corned beef flavor, but the burger's flavor more than made up for it. I erroneously assumed that the satay-style Lamb Burger would have some type of peanut sauce—although nowhere on their menu do they even remotely suggest that—but was very pleased with the bolder kicks of the jalapeño and sweet brightness on the mint, flavors for associated with the "Bao" man.... [cont.]
...As Gina and I enjoyed our respective repasts at the counter—amount to less than 20 bucks including her soda and my chocolate egg cream—new customers started streaming in at a steady clip, seemingly regulars who each seemed to have a favorite—or several—from its large menu that offers hot and cold sandwiches, wraps, and entrées such as a Gyro Platter, Onion Steak, and Fried Chicken.... [cont.]