Pappardella is that magical spot a block from Central Park where a simple yet memorable wild mushroom pizza keeps you lingering for hours. Traditional Italian dishes include house-rolled linguine and littlenecks, and a salsiccia omelet is a brunch delight.
With a menu inspired by the cuisine of Northern California, Sprig fills empty bellies with the freshest seafood, meats, produce, and melt-in-your-mouth cheeses this side of the Mediterranean.
We’d like to send our congratulations to Christina Tosi of Momofuku Milk Bar. Nabbing the James Beard Foundation award last night for Rising Star Chef was a BFD. To celebrate one win with another, make a fresh batch of Tosi’s triumphant cornflake cookies.
Photo: Gabriele Stabile / Courtesy of Random House
Sometimes unlikely pairings don’t work out (R.I.P., Kim + Kris), and sometimes they do (hello, Scott Disick + Fatty Crew member). Taste the fruits of the latter in the Meatpacking District starting tonight.
Ring in spring as Back Forty West fires up the grill for the Calçotada. A word to the wise: Piles of leeks and communal tables mean you might want to avoid bringing that close friend who happens to be a close talker as your date.
Put down your takeout chow mein and pick up a map of lower Manhattan. At the corner of Clinton and Rivington, there’s a new regional Chinese restaurant filled with spicy, veggie-strewn fare from a Franny’s and Bklyn Larder alum. You should coordinate a visit.
Nothing beats a good old-fashioned hunk of beef (on your plate and across from you at the dinner table). Get back to basics at this classic NYC steakhouse. Its loyal following comes for the prime cuts of meat and stays for the side dishes, desserts, and cocktails.
