Category Archives: Parents in Town
Featured City Post: Ristorante Milano in San Francisco
I’ve noticed a shift in my approach to San Francisco dining over the past few visits home. I used to compile lists weeks in advance and make reservations exactly one month before my arrival to ensure I had every night … Continue reading
Filed under Featured City Posts, Italian, Parents in Town
Milos Estiatorio
After rushing down the scaffolding-covered, crowd-ridden street, walking through the glass doors into the expansive white walled space of Milos felt like passing through the gates of Heaven (see for yourself – there’s a virtual tour on the site). That … Continue reading
Filed under Business Meal, Parents in Town, Upper West Side
Mémé
Though my mom flew across the country for a weekend of wedding dress shopping (for my sister), she came with every intention of eating good meals for the entire duration of her stay. Knowing this, my sister and I decided … Continue reading
Smorgas Chef
In an attempt to find outdoor seating on West 4th street, my team and I stumbled upon Smorgas Chef, which seemed to be the only place that could accommodate our large party in the narrow tree-lined streets of the village. … Continue reading
Filed under Business Meal, Parents in Town, West Village
Brunch at Casa
Considering my upcoming trip to Brazil (yes, I am going to Brazil for two months!), I decided to make a brunch reservation at a West Village’s Brazilian hot spot, Casa. Though Casa is forced to compete with its next-door-world famous … Continue reading
Filed under Brazilian, Fun Group Dinner, Parents in Town, West Village
Le Gigot
I like to consider myself a seasoned expert when it comes to West Village restaurants, but tonight I was totally surprised by the fabulous French meal I had at a quaint bistro off of Bleecker called Le Gigot. I’ve definitely … Continue reading
Filed under French, Parents in Town, West Village
ABC Kitchen – Dinner Round 2
Many of you know that I previously reviewed ABC Kitchen, but having tried it just a few months after opening, I have been dying to go back to taste the improvements and give its service a second chance. Thankfully, Runway … Continue reading
Filed under American, Business Meal, Fun Group Dinner, New American, Parents in Town, Romantic Date, Union Square
Spasso
I left Spasso tonight with a full belly and a huge smile. Splendid. With monthly restaurant openings in the West Village, I’ve grown pessimistic about this area’s success rate, but tonight’s meal showed serious promise for what’s to come. Spasso’s … Continue reading
Filed under Affordable Date, Italian, Parents in Town, Romantic Date, West Village
Fairview Country Club
It was at Fairview Country Club where I grew my first deep appreciation for a particular food: the french fry. As a kid, I would rush through tennis lessons, longing for lunch to sink my teeth into the thinnest, crispiest … Continue reading
Filed under Parents in Town
DB Bistro Moderne
Just yesterday I found a pleasantly surprising email in my inbox announcing a 20% discount for Google employees at DB Bistro Moderne, Daniel Boulud’s restaurant widely known for its $100 truffle and foie gras stuffed burger. I forwarded the email … Continue reading
Filed under Business Meal, French, Midtown West, Parents in Town, Special Occasion
