Chef Geoffrey Zakarian and Executive Chef Paul Corsentino are taking traditional Easter fare and adding their spin, with a menu featuring items such as Herb Risotto, Steak Tartare with Quail Egg, Leg of Lamb and Trofie Pasta.   Children under 10 years old receive a special complimentary GODIVA treat! Location: The National Bar & Dining Rooms [...]

Most of us New Yorkers don’t get to luxuriate around a fireplace during Winter. And even while it’s been one of the warmest Winter seasons in recent memory, nothing says ‘I love you’ more than drinking and dining beside the warm glow of a roaring fire. But only a select group of restaurants and bars [...]

Continuing right where we left off with our Top 50 Bites of 2011… #40 Mexcian Falafel Handbag Sandwich at Crisp and Crisp on Wheels Many of the bites on this list represent our tried and true go-to’s and this is one of ‘em. I probably had this Mexican falafel sandwich from Crisp via Seamless Web [...]

We here at Wined & Dined would like to wish everyone a Happy Holidays and a Happy, Healthy New Year!  We will be celebrating Christmas Eve in Connecticut with our families and then celebrating back in the city on Sunday at our apartment for a Christmakkah Dinner Feast with friends and family.  Check out the [...]

It’s hard to believe Thanksgiving is just a week away. We spend the holiday each year here in the city with our families. There are tons of restaurants that offer great meals on Turkey Day. In the past, we’ve had terrific Thanksgiving dinners at places like Dylan Prime, Primehouse NY, Atlantic Grill and Blue Water Grill. Here’s a list we’ve compiled of our [...]

So, you’ve missed the boat on those NYC hot spots that allow you to book two months in advance (or more).  Oops.  Now is your chance to snag a ressie at one of the city’s most romantic eateries that allow you to book one month in advance.  Remember, for better or worse Valentine’s Day is [...]

It’s hard to believe Thanksgiving is just 10 days away. We love spending the holiday with our families in the city. We can’t quite host a dinner for 12+ people in our apartment, but thankfully there are lots of restaurants around the city that offer great meals and deals on Turkey Day. We enjoyed a great [...]

For those looking for a fun, laid-back way to celebrate Thanksgiving in NYC with good company, good food and damn good craft beer, our friends over at Rattle ‘N’ Hum  (14 E. 33rd St b/t Madison and 5th Ave) are hosting an all you can drink feast of beer-brined Turkey and Ham and all-access to the 40 [...]

Whether your looking for a champagne brunch or a multi-course dinner to share with Mom, NYC restaurants are rolling out some great menus and deals.  Many restaurants are offering complimentary mimosas, Bloody Marys, and champagne for Mom.  So get on the horn early ’cause May 9th will be here before ya know it. 10 Downing [...]

From Greek-style lamb dinners to boozy brunches and jello shot hunts, we’ve got you covered for this Sunday.  Ourselves, we’re looking forward to celebrating for the second year in a row at The Farmhouse at the Bedford Post (menu). Pera Mediterranean Brasserie:  You won’t find a bigger Easter feast at a better price!  Pera’s offering a full-on Lamb [...]

Last week, Andy and I headed to Colin Cowie’s apartment for a cocktail party courtesy of Electrolux ICON and, of course, Colin Cowie. We got to see Colin’s amazing new Flatiron digs (decked out with some premium Electrolux ICON appliances), taste some delicious and easy to make appetizers, drink Colin’s signature fall drink, and chat with Colin about [...]

We love spending Thanksgiving with our families in the city. We can’t quite host a dinner for 12+ people in our apartment, but thankfully there are lots of restaurants around the city that offer great meals and deals on Turkey Day. Serious Eats has compiled a great list of some of the higher end restaurants [...]

I would like to wish Andy a very happy 34th birthday!  The week started off with some celebrating at Stag’s Head (with Green Flash and Lagunitas IPA), then Zarela (with half-priced, impressively potent margaritas), then at Sapori d’Ischia (for the truffle tasting dinner and a bottle of Amarone Zironda Della Valpolicella vino), then at Bill’s Burger [...]

Just wanted to take a minute to wish everyone a Happy 4th! We are in Highlands, NC with my parents and Jill’s mom. For those of you who haven’t heard of Highlands, it’s a mountain town in the Southern Appalachains and located in the Nantahala National Forest. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind place. There are beautiful golf courses, [...]

For those of you looking to tie one on with the old man on Father’s Day, take the SOB to S.O.B.’s (Varick @ W. Houston) where they’re throwing a Brazilian-style Bossa Nova Brunch with an All-You-Can-Drink Sangria bar. To tell you the truth, my Dad would probably kick my ass if I took him for [...]