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Salinas Review – Spanish Brunch Under the Sun

By CS Hsia, on October 16th, 2011%

Consider it a great brunch spot, and a casual and stylish place for a first or second date. . . . → Read More: Salinas Review – Spanish Brunch Under the Sun

Aldea Review – The little Portuguese townhouse

By CS Hsia, on July 19th, 2011%

How many times have you missed this sign?

On the list of Michelin Star restaurants dominated by high profile celebrity chefs and their PR machines, Aldea is definitely a value and should not be missed. I enjoyed the experience as a whole, but there are aspects of the meal that kept it from leaving a stronger impression. . . . → Read More: Aldea Review – The little Portuguese townhouse

Hill Country – Gettin’ Your Barbecue On

By CS Hsia, on June 23rd, 2011%

For those who haven’t been to Texas for some authentic barbecue, Hill Country does a pretty decent job of bringing the atmosphere to the city folk. The food’s slightly one-dimensional, but the experience makes up for it. If all the texas barbecue episodes on TV have you craving some brisket, they do it big on 26th St. . . . → Read More: Hill Country – Gettin’ Your Barbecue On

Mini Writeup: Cafe Grumpy – Enthusiast Coffee

By CS Hsia, on March 1st, 2011%

If you live in the neighborhood, or at least in the proximity of a Cafe Grumpy (there are locations in Brooklyn), then by all means this should be your neighborhood coffee destination. The attention to detail on brewing you a perfect cup of coffee here is fantastic. However if you hop on a motorized mode of transportation to go to Grumpy, then you are undoubtedly a caffeine ponce. . . . → Read More: Mini Writeup: Cafe Grumpy – Enthusiast Coffee

John Dory Oyster Bar – When pigs swim….

By CS Hsia, on November 30th, 2010%

The formula for John Dory: take one Spotted Pig, subtract pork, add seafood. I think chef Bloomfield is onto something. . . . → Read More: John Dory Oyster Bar – When pigs swim….