Meet the faces and families behind New York's international cuisine, and take a bite of their tradition and culture on "Native Dish: United Flavors of NYC."
On this "Native Dish: World Coffee" special, airing Tuesday, May 19 on #NYCLife channel 25, join host and foodie extraordinaire Kelly Choi @thekellytime as she discovers the tastes, traditions and immigrant families behind New York's world coffees, all without leaving the five boroughs. nyc.gov/channels
Featuring @bunnacafe@shezacoffeehouse@purpledoughs@joecoffeecompany
Do YOU do this after every shower?
In a recent conversation I had with the incomparable @marthastewart , she told me and an intimate audience of 15K of her fans that if you’re not doing this, you’re doing it all wrong.
Seriously, who does this? 😝
Also, what would YOU eat for an entire month if it could only be one dish?
I almost stumped Martha on this one, but then she admonished me for asking such a thing 😂.
I love you, Martha.
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#marthastewart #marthatips
A restaurant whose reputation arrives before you do is @goldensteernyc .
It first opened in 1958 in Las Vegas and is legendary for being a hangout of choice for Frank Sinatra, Elvis and Marilyn Monroe.
I love the opulent, old school vibes, and the bar room is not to be missed.
There’s so much to look at besides feasting on meatballs with heirloom polenta, shrimp with garlic butter and the culinary show that is the tableside Caesar Salad and bananas foster dessert.
Follow @thekellytime for more deliciousness 🥂
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#nycsteakhouse #steakrestaurant
A total Knockout 🤩
A destination where very distinct and different worlds come together at the new @cotekoreansteakhouse and @barchimera by the incomparable @simonkimnyc .
There’s a wine and martini bar, a sexy downstairs lounge with dj and a lush Korean bbq restaurant (with a zen-like sushi counter coming soon @newyork_sushi_yoshitake )
Save and share this post with someone you wanna go with, this is a spot you’ve gotta experience.
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#nycrestaurants #koreanrestaurants
Blink and you might miss this hidden gem of a dessert shop on the Lower East Side.
Everything here is made without high heat, animal products, dairy or refined sugars. What you’ll find are whole ingredients like soaked nuts and seeds, freeze-dried fruits and coconut oil.
To choose a favorite would be impossible because every dessert is fully loaded with its namesake flavor.
Ask chef/owner Watt - a former pro Muay Thai fighter - who will tell you about how all of her recipes came to her in a kind of spiritual ‘download.’
It’s just how I like my desserts: Delicious with lots of good vibes 🙌🏻🌞
📍158 Orchard St
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#rawdesserts #nycdessertshop #nycdesserts
New Village location, same great cake slices, cupcakes and treats!
The vibes are always adorable and the Brooklyn Blackout is still to-die-for..
My all-timer, tho, is Strawberry Shortcake 🤤🍰
Which cake slice would you eat first??
📍270 Bleecker St
#cakeshop #nycdesserts #nycbakeries
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An AI dessert or is it real ?? 🤔
Of course, it’s the real thing and always a sculptural stunner from chef @norie_uematsu at @momoyasoho .
I love how all of her signature parfaits showcase so much thought and care into these limited-edition creations.
This one has 20 components that taste singularly decadent, but refreshing.
Doesn’t this put you instantly in a springtime mood?
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#japaneseparfait #nycdesserts #icecreamdessert
My jewel box of delicious handrolls to go from @sushitokoronyc 🍣😋..
Sushi is a perfect takeaway food, but I had no idea that handrolls were packaged this way to keep the seaweed nice and crispy til you get it home to eat.
I’m kind of obsessed with this place:
7 piece Signature handroll set
Scallop carpaccio
Master sushi chef loading up the rolls with deliciousness
Aquatic decor
Server Dan the man (with that amazing hair)
Japanese souffle cheesecake that’s yummier than it looks
Hijiki salad
📍168 Seventh Ave
Follow @thekellytime if you’re always hungry ..!
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#sushinyc #handrolls #japanesefood
The $34+ French dip that won’t let go.
I tried the viral @salt_hanks sandwich that still draws lines down the block.
Think shaved, juicy prime rib, a heaping layer of caramelized onions, provolone and horseradish aioli on a gorgeous baguette.
I ordered ahead for pickup (expect to wait around 15min for your order) with extra jus for dipping and a side of slaw (I hate shoestring fries), then immediately found an outdoor table nearby for a taste.
Was it worth the hype?
My verdict 👇🏼:
If the splurge isn’t a big deal for you, then it’s definitely worth trying at least once.
I thought the sandwich was delicious and the meat was perfectly seasoned. The bottom of the baguette got just wet enough from the meat juices that I frankly didn’t feel the need to dip the sandwich into more jus, so I saved it for the next day to drink as an appetizer.
If you split it with someone, it makes sense.
The meal is rich and heavy, and you’ll prob get your fill with a half.
Will you be trying it?
📍280 Bleecker St
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#frenchdip #viralfood #nycfood
Fiiinally, after what feels like ages, I got my first taste of the much-hyped bagels at @apollobagels .
Every time I walked by one of their locations, the long lines were too much for my nerves and hunger to handle, but luckily, I had an early morning meeting near the FiDi store.
I ordered an everything bagel with smoked salmon, red onion, vegan cream cheese, capers and dill with their signature olive oil that’s drizzled over the whole thing.
Was it worth the wait?
As a bagel aficionado who could probably eat a great bagel twice a day, I can honestly say…. that I loved it.
Crunchy crisp edges, a plush dense interior with a slightly sour-sweet flavor blanketed with delicious toppings. And that it’s presented open-faced is a masterstroke.
In a time when every food seems to have its viral moment, this dish is one that’ll outlast all the noise.
Have you tried @apollobagels yet?
Where’s your favorite bagel spot?
Follow @thekellytime for more deliciousnes.. !
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#newyorkbagels #worththehype #🥯
I’ve never wanted to try a burger more.
Stumbled upon this astounding creation by @balboste_paris called The Locked In Burger.
It was created from a sketch turned into a burger enclosed in a soft, purple milk bread. Inside is beef that has been slow-cooked, Morbier and Gouda cheeses, butternut confit, pickles and tomato.
This took over 100 hours to develop; I’d fly to Paris just to try it.
If you’ve never thought food could be art, this should shift your perspective.
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#burgerreimagined #foodisart #burgerlover
