I went back last night with a regular (I think she goes at least 3X/month). I’ve been having dinner out too often, I decided, so this is it for a while After I go for post-theater dinner tonight. And sushi tomorrow. But THAT’S DEFINITELY IT.
Surf clam two ways. I can’t decide which way I liked better. I am such a fan of raw seafood. But I also sit in awe of a good clean fry.
This was what brought me in the door - cod roe taramasalata with smoked sturgeon. Described as the Jewiest thing on the menu (but it was not!).
turnA really excellent turnip, which I would like to try to replicate at home, except that I don’t have a wood-burning oven. Maybe I’ll give it a go when we’re upstate and there’s wood, and it’s burning. Ham served on the side for my companion, who eats ham.
Big ass dungy, with two sauces and a rice. Once I got home I started wondering whether restaurateurs take into account how long it takes people to eat something. Like, this took about a month. Does the calculation of the cost of a dish factor in the amount of time it holds a seat hostage? My companion admits that she can commandeer a counter spot for two hours even when she dines alone.
This is actually the Jewiest dish. Because it is fancy cold halvah. Tahini gelato with pistachios and pomegranate.
And a shout-out to this wine, which was excellent, the best of the four (gah) I tried.
