Lunching and Shopping at Grand Central Market

REVIEW

March 11, 2010


CUISINE: American (New), Desserts & Bakeries, Italian
NEIGHBORHOOD: Midtown

 

A couple of weeks ago YAH was invited to go sampling in the Grand Central Market. Having grown up in Bedford, NY, Frankie's the only one in the gang who's familiar with Grand Central. Madeline and Rachel are from California, and when Seth and I want to visit the family in Philadelphia, we're stuck with Penn Station, the food options of which are limited to Famous Amos cookies at the news stand, or a full blown wings-and-fries dinner at TGI Fridays.  I knew that Grand Central had some decent grub, but I didn't realize the extent of their culinary prowess. Forget getting a train; let's get some lunch.

 

Below: A rundown of the day's edibles, plus a video of YAH talking to Murray's Cheese, interviewing Mr. Zaro of Zaro's Bread, and sampling $100 per lb. proscuitto.

 


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Posted in FOOD on March 11, 2010 8:51am by Jena Steinbach | 2 comments



DIY: How to become an art collector.

February 25, 2010


 

 

 

 

 

Ever walked into an art gallery and seen something you liked, something you thought would look just great hanging over your couch, but unfortunately you lacked the cash and cachet to start signing checks like Steven Cohen?

 

Well, say hello to my latest obsession, 20 x 200.com.

 


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Posted in ART on February 25, 2010 1:49pm by Madeline | 1 comment





Holyland Market

REVIEW

February 19, 2010


CUISINE: Middle Eastern
NEIGHBORHOOD: East Village

 

122 St. Marks Pl. at Ave. A

(p) 212-477-4440

 

I rarely make it to alphabet city, so I haven’t really explored the neighborhood’s culinary offerings as much as Nolita, where I live.  But on Monday, when I wasn’t working (happy b-day Washington!), I went to get some film developed on Avenue A, and found myself with time to kill.

 

One of the reasons I love New York is that you can easily discover a new place, stumble upon a hidden treasure that will end up becoming one of your go-to joints. I walked by Holyland Market on St. Marks Place once without noticing it, and it wasn’t until the second round that I peered through the window and saw the trays of bourekas. CONT'D

 


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Posted in FOOD on February 19, 2010 5:18pm by Rachel Hochhauser | 0 comments



Sur La Table Sale Items and Splurges!

February 5, 2010


 

My weaknesses tend to aggregate in the realms of food and shopping, rendering certain situations that combine the two to be particularly dangerous: I've been known to spend far too long in ethnic food markets and even the Whole Foods mushroom section can stop me in my tracks.  It is with great self restraint that I inform you about the Sur La Table once-yearly sale.

 

The sale, which discounts select merchandise 20-40% off, also gives me an opportunity to share the kitchen items I can't live without.  Shopaholicism aside, the following are worth the splurge. CONT'D

 


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Posted in FOOD on February 5, 2010 1:58pm by Rachel Hochhauser | 2 comments



Foodie Gift Guide 2009: Kitchen Gear, Gadgets, and Gurus

December 9, 2009


For the burgeoning home-cook, kitchen accessories are the best kinds of toys, and the holidays are a great excuse to restock your cabinets with fun (albeit slightly excessive) goodies! Below, a list of our recommendations.

 

 

 

Who doesn't love a good apron? Seth has one with a map of the London Tube, Madeline has some colorful, high-waisted getup, and Frankie has a complete chef's suit (inscribed with his initials no less). For those who spend time in the kitchen, it's nice to look the part. Anthropologie has a fantastic selection of colorful, printed, flowing frocks ranging from $19- $38.  Channel your inner Betty Draper, ladies. 

 


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Posted in FOOD on December 9, 2009 10:55am by Jena Steinbach | 0 comments