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Tavern On The Green – New York Restaurant Week 2018
Tavern On The Green is one place I always wanted to check out because it carries so many fames. My friends always recommend me to go there. But as you all know, New York really spoils me because of too many choices.
But I won’t miss the opportunity any more at this time! My parents’ friends are visiting New York, the first welcome lunch – I chose to go Tavern On The Green. Especially I can bring them to try the wonderful deal for the restaurant week. Also the restaurant locates at Central Park, they must feel so happy to enjoy the meal at this amazing park for the first time traveling in New York.
Let’s enjoy the meal now!
Starting from the Appetizers.
As we are a big group, we tried everything!
Everything is very tasty, and my favorite is GRILLED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM FLATBREAD. But be careful, it is a very big Appetizer!
Let’s go Entrees now~
We also tried everything, but sorry I forgot to take the photo of Risotto. Everyone enjoyed the meal so much. I can’t say which one is better because they are all perfect.
We ordered two extra dessert because we have a kid on the table. He super loves the cheese cake dessert.
About the history of Tavern on the Green:
Originally designed by Calvert Vaux, Tavern on the Green was built as a sheep fold in the 1880’s to house the 700 Southdown sheep that grazed in Central Park’s Sheep Meadow. Robert Moses transformed the building in to a restaurant in 1934, as part of his park renovation. Through the next few decades, Tavern underwent several changes in management, but the iconic view of the park, and the addition of a dance floor, outdoor seating, and lavish menu, kept prominent actors, musicians, and public figures coming back to the restaurant to dine, drink, and celebrate.
After a hiatus starting in 2009, the city searched diligently for a new operator to reopen the iconic restaurant in 2013. The city selected current owners and restauranteurs Jim Caiola and David Salama, previously of Philadelphia, who would bring a fresh, welcoming approach to Tavern. The duo renovated the restaurant with inviting décor and wood paneling reminiscent of the original sheep fold, and, with a seasonal menu more reflective of Greater New York, reopened Tavern on the Green in April 2014.
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Nougatine at Jean-Georges – New York Restaurant Week 2018
My first choices in Restaurant Week are the famous restaurants, who don’t want to check out the famous ones first? ^_^ Nougatine at Jean-Georges is the first one I put into my list. And I made it!!! It was a great experience.
I will give 4.5 stars for it, the only problem is the service is a little too slow, and they forgot our wine until we finished the first course. But the food is delicious, the view is pretty, the atmosphere is lovely. So I still give a big recommendation about Nougatine at Jean-Georges!
$26 for a two course lunch meal.
Ryan and I tried both Appetizers, but I think their menu changed.
Both are amazing!!! Very beautiful display and very very delicious taste.
Ryan and I also tried both Entrees. And the same, their menu changed.
The dishes are pretty big, we don’t have any room for dessert.
And definitely we feel full and satisfied!
About Nougatine at Jean-Georges:
Nougatine is the more casual sister of Jean‑Georges, with a very lively bar scene at night. The restaurant attracts a mix of celebrities, socialites, and movers and shakers in the business world. Adjacent to the formal Jean‑Georges dining room, Nougatine serves the signature and seasonal dishes of Chef Jean‑Georges for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, 365 days a year. The menu is more casual than that offered at Jean‑Georges but still market driven, utilizing only the freshest and finest ingredients. In addition to providing gorgeous views of Central Park, the newly renovated dining room by Thomas Juul‑Hansen features a bustling, immaculate open kitchen. Tones of brown and cream mingle to create an elegant space that is soothing by day and exciting by night. Nougatine offers a prix‑fixe lunch menu Monday through Saturday from noon to 3 p.m.
Hidden behind lush greenery you will find the Terrace at Jean‑Georges. This oasis features a magnificent lounge reminiscent of the most luxurious outdoor patios in the world. The Terrace offers table dining under umbrellas, with a terrific view of Central Park. Guests enjoy the menu served at Nougatine while taking in a beautiful day or evening. (The Terrace is open weather permitting.)
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Café Boulud – New York Restaurant Week 2018
As a foodie living in New York, one of my favorite things in a year is always New York Restaurant Week! For this year, I tried four different restaurants already. Today, let me tell you my wonderful experience at Café Boulud!
I chose to go there for lunch, which is $26 for two course. I added $6 more for a dessert, which I feel it’s super worthy.
This is the Appetizers Menu, I chose Shrimp Tartine!
Looks beautiful! Tastes awesome!
For the Entrees, I chose Pan Seared Salmon. Yes, I am a seafood fan.
The dish is very pretty, I can’t help myself to draw. ^_^
Dessert! I ordered Peach Melba.
Everything at Café Boulud I can only say, is perfect. You have to go, but don’t forget to make reservation first. It is always packed.
The history of Café Boulud:
Named for the café Daniel Boulud’s family operated outside Lyon at the turn of the century, the modern-day Café Boulud opened in the original Upper East Side location of his eponymous restaurant DANIEL in 1998, when the flagship relocated to the historic Mayfair Hotel space on 65th street.
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First Day of New York Restaurant Week at Momofuku Nish
Restaurant week is here, I made a long list to try! My first destination is Momofuku Nish at the very first day of New York Restaurant Week.
Here’s Momofuku Nishi’s Restaurant Week menu.
LUNCH
July 23 – August 17
Monday – Friday only
$26 per personPRIMI
Choice of:
Gem Lettuce – dates, sunflower seeds, pecorino
Ricotta Toast – radishes, coriander vinaigrette
Black Bass – meyer lemon, green chili
–SECONDI
Choice of:
Lumache – pomodoro, chili, breadcrumb
Smoked Brisket – tomato, brassicas
Skate Wing – salsa verde, pea shoots
–DOLCE
Choice of:
Frozen Vanilla Mousse – black lime, amaro
Olive Oil Cake – strawberry, buttermilkMy choice
Black Bass – meyer lemon, green chili
Lumache – pomodoro, chili, breadcrumb
Frozen Vanilla Mousse – black lime, amaro
A very nice meal, I will say I can give them 4.5 stars!
After the meal, I went to the Milk Bar of course.
What a wonderful day!
