I often wonder what will happen to treasures like Trouser Kadai in times of covid?
This tiny hole in the wall spot in Chennai has been a favorite for locals for almost four decades now. Tucked away in the crevices of RK Mutt Road, owner Rajendran still helms his tiny kitchen after all these years. You can spot him as the one cooking shirtless wearing his signature shorts which begot this spot it’s name of “Trouser Anna Kadai”.
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Mizu Sushi sits on a quiet street nestled between two notable restaurants around the Flatiron area.
De Mole Mexican restaurant in Williamsburg is a family affair. Headed by Executive Chef/Co-Owner Jose Luis Flores who worked with chefs such as Douglas Rodriguez and Richard Sandoval, he has created an ode to his family recipes and heritage in Brooklyn.
The former Dressler space in Brooklyn has been transformed into Chef Polo Dobkin’s Meadowsweet.
Amylos Taverna is a wonderful new spot in Astoria, which blends the old with the new beautifully. Located just a walk away from the famous Omonia Café, the Arvanitis family attempts to combine traditional Greek fare with a contemporary sensibility at their newest venture.
The second iteration of the classic French bistro, La Goulue continues to charm Upper East Siders and more with its authentic Parisian allure.
When I walked into this bright, hipster spot in Greenpoint, I never imagined I would get anything close to an authentic Mexican meal in there. I was very wrong.
Part Thai karaoke bar, part restaurant, Playground houses its eatery along a long narrow space on the first floor.
Sichuan food is all the rage in New York City now with several truly authentic spots in Queens that are worth a visit. DaXi, is one of the newcomers amongst them. Housed on the second floor of the new world mall, DaXi is expansive with its bright, modern décor.
Chef Tatsuya Sekiguchi comes from a long lineage of chefs. He began his initial training at his family owned restaurant Fukujuya, in Hasuda City which is a century old.
Wus Wonton King is perhaps one of the grandest, most memorable Cantonese meals I have had in New York City.
At Adda, you might as well be eating in chef Chintan Pandya’s home. The cooking here is truly authentic where he refuses to cater to what the masses might expect an Indian restaurant to serve up. Pandya prepares his dishes as it’s meant to be eaten – no compromise and this is exactly why Adda is currently one of the hottest Indian spots in NYC right now.
Within the spread of Le District lies a quiet 28-seater nook called L’Appart. Styled as a “chef’s apartment”, this Michelin starred spot is helmed by Executive Chef Nicolas “Nico” Abello who offers a changing, seasonal menu.
Miznon is a pita-centric spot opened in Chelsea Market recently. The brainchild of Chef Eyal Shani, one of Israel’s most famous Chefs, there are branches of this concept in Vienna and Paris.
Nepali Bhancha Ghar, small, a bi-level Himalayan food spot in Jackson Heights serves one of the best momo soups in town.
Looking for an approachable, farm fresh spot in Harlem for some thoughtful New American cuisine, then Clay is just the place for you.
We chanced to eat at Azerbaijan House in Sheepshead Bay. This spot serves Uzbek and European food too. However we decided to stick to the Azerbaijani offerings.
Dan Mezzalingua and Executive Chef Joe LoNigro (Otto’s Tacos) have just launched a new concept restaurant that revolutionizes chicken.
Brine is a self-serve spot in Chelsea serving what might just be some of the BEST chicken I have tried recently – I kid you not!
At U Yuri Fergana in Rego Park, food is a family affair. This Uzbek spot opened by owner, Yuri Moshev in 2016 serves absolutely delicious Uzbek Bukharian food and more.
Vatan is surprisingly one of those transforming experiences in New York City. The distinctive door decorated by an Indian elephant beckons you to enter and be transported to a village in the Northwestern Indian state of Gujarat.
