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Friday, May 18, 2012
Coming Attractions: Bakery/Restaurant Runner & Stone to Open in Gowanus
If you've been to Smorgasburg or the Brooklyn Flea, you might have sampled the baked goods from Runner & Stone. This is the joint project of Chris Pizzulli, who is currently the executive chef of Blue Ribbon Brasserie in Park... If you've been to Smorgasburg or the Brooklyn Flea, you might…
The Difference Between Boys and Girls, Bottled
Girl, carrying a few bottles of water: I'm just getting kind of sick of tap water.Boyfriend: Uhh, sick of tap water?Girl: Shut-up!--Westerly Natural MarketOverheard by: Sophia P. Alsome | Thumbs up | Thumbs down | Link · Email · Quote this! · Del.icio.us …
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No One Else Has Problems Like We Do!
Guy in suit #1: You know what you do?Guy in suit #2: What?Guy in suit #1: You say 'fuck it' and go live in The Hamptons...--Central Park, by Baseball Fields Alsome | Thumbs up | Thumbs down | Link · Email · Quote this! · Del.icio.us · Posted…
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Thursday, May 17, 2012
In the Mysterious East...Village
Asian woman: (taps UPS man's shoulder)UPS man: Yes?Asian woman: You are a hero to the world.UPS man: (looks confused)Asian woman, taking out camera: Can I take picture?UPS man: Ummmm... sure.Asian woman: Okay! (aims camera, throws a peace sign and grins)--Tompkins Square ParkOverheard by:…
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The Barkeepers: Aaron Polsky of Amor y Amargo in the East Village
This is The Barkeepers, a new feature in which Eater roams the city meeting the fine ladies and gentlemen that work behind the bar at some of New York's hottest cocktail parlors. [Krieger] Amor y Amargo (Love and Bitters) opened... This is The Barkeepers, a new feature in which Eater roams the…
EaterWire: New Burger at North End Grill; Brooklyn Beer Fest
BATTERY PARK CITY — A new burger was just added to the dinner bar menu at North End Grill. It's a short rib patty topped with red onions, onion rings, and Sriracha mayo on a brioche bun. It can be... BATTERY PARK CITY — A new burger was just added to the dinner bar menu at North End…
Listage: Guy Fieri's NYC Restaurant Might Be Okay
· Restaurants With Live Piano Players: Del Posto, Mimi's, La Mediterranée [CH] · Guy Fieri's NYC Restaurant Might be Okay [eG] · ISO Unlimited Mimosa Brunch in Chelsea [Yelp] · Help Me Identify This Tiny Tribeca Restaurant [CH] · For... · Restaurants With…
Eater Maps: New York City's Service Industry Hangouts
Here's a map of where your servers go after you leave. Some of these places offer great food, others just have good drinks, but all of them are open late. Here's a map of where your servers go after you leave. Some of these places offer great food, others just have good drinks, but all of…
Forgione on Expansion: Chef Marc Forgione talks about his...
Chef Marc Forgione talks about his new Atlantic City steakhouse American Cut in a brief interview with the Village Voice. The Iron Chef likes steak sauce on his fries, and when asked about the future, he remarks: "Anybody out there... Chef Marc Forgione talks about his new Atlantic City…
Thursday Opening Report: Maslow 6 Wine Bar, Pip's Place, Moomah All Open
1) Tribeca: Wine shop Maslow 6 has expanded into the adjacent space with Maslow 6 Wine Bar, reports Tribeca Citizen. Owned by Keri Jackson Kunzle and featuring food from executive chef Nick Kipper, the restaurant has an extensive wine list... 1) Tribeca: Wine shop Maslow 6 has expanded into the…
The Shutter: Midtown Steakhouse Ben Benson's to Close Next Month
After 30 years in business, Ben Benson's is calling it quits. The restaurant's last day will be Father's Day, June 17. The Wall Street Journal reports that business has been down at the old-timer steakhouse for the past few years,... After 30 years in business, Ben Benson's is calling it quits. …
Comebacks: John “Cha Cha” Ciarcia, who owned...
John “Cha Cha” Ciarcia, who owned the now demolished Cha Cha's in Coney Island, is opening a new outdoor beer garden near the boardwalk called Cha Cha’s Outdoor Club Atlantis Bar. The restaurateur also recently opened Cha Cha’s Coney Island... John “Cha Cha”…
The Gatekeepers: Calli Genzale and David Massoni of Talde
This is The Gatekeepers, in which Eater roams the city meeting the fine ladies and gentlemen that stand between you and some of New York's hottest tables. [David Massoni and Calli Genzale, Krieger, 05/09/12] Dale Talde's recent addition to Park... This is The Gatekeepers, in which Eater roams…
Hangover Observations: Bourdain, Ripert, and Sifton Roast GQ's Alan Richman
Yesterday evening, friends, ex-wives, food journalists, and some of the city's best chefs gathered at Le Bernardin to talk about how cheap Alan Richman is. To celebrate the restaurant writer's 25 years at GQ, the magazine put together a... Yesterday evening, friends, ex-wives, food…
Rumormongering: Is Magnolia Bakery headed to Boston?...
Is Magnolia Bakery headed to Boston? A rep for the company recently told Eater Boston that they're "hoping to open a bakery in Boston one day." The cupcake factory already has satellites in LA, Chicago, and Dubai. [Eater Boston] Is Magnolia Bakery headed to Boston? A rep for the company recently…
Eater Book Club: The owners of the Brooklyn Farmacy...
The owners of the Brooklyn Farmacy in Carroll Gardens just scored a book deal. According to Publisher's Marketplace, the book will feature 70 recipes plus a look at the history of soda fountains in America. It will be published by... The owners of the Brooklyn Farmacy in Carroll Gardens just…
Eater Inside: Demi Monde, A Sexy New Bar and Restaurant in the FiDi
Click here to view the full photogallery. [Krieger, 05/17/12] The bar that you see above is not some sort of subterranean, semi-private speakeasy on the Lower East Side. It's actually Demi Monde, the long-anticipated project from Alex Day and Death... Click here to view the full photogallery.…
DEALFEED: Millesime
The Deal: Laurent Manrique's French seafood restaurant will be serving a meal at a "1904 price" today, which means that you can get lunch or dinner for just $1.25. The menu includes one oyster Rockefeller, your choice of chicken Marengo... The Deal: Laurent Manrique's French seafood restaurant…
Coming Attractions: The new McHale's is not affiliated...
The new McHale's is not affiliated with the owner of the original bar. At least that's what Jeremiah Moss hears from people who spoke with the new proprietor. Apparently, the new tavern will be "a tribute to the old neighborhood... The new McHale's is not affiliated with the owner of the…
Staff Shuffles: Wine Director Alex LaPratt OUT at Atera
After just a few months at the restaurant, Atera's Wine Director Alex LaPratt announced yesterday that he will no longer oversee the restaurant's deep and ambitious wine list. LaPratt broke the news on Facebook where he said, simply, "I wanted... After just a few months at the restaurant,…
Listage: Joe's Prosciutto Balls; YouTube's Food Channel
[Acme by Krieger] · Chefs Share Their First Concert Experiences [FR] · Scott Disick Turned Away From JG Melon [NYP] · Pomodoro on the UWS Shuttered by the DOH [WSR] · Nuns and Neighbors Protest Opening of Greenpoint Restaurant... [Acme by Krieger] · Chefs Share Their…
Nah, Stolen
Guy eating pizza: Its hottt!Girl: Temperature hot or spicy hot?--29th & 7th Ave Alsome | Thumbs up | Thumbs down | Link · Email · Quote this! · Del.icio.us · Posted 2012-05-17
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The World's Ugliest Condo: The Big Reveal Renovation Before & After
God knows I've gone on and on and on and on about this project, so I'll just shut up for once and let you look at the pictures: More Read More...
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Extra, Extra: Judge With Cancer Pleads For Medical Marijuana
Because you're sick of the Westboro Baptist Church, check out today's end-of-day links: abandoned bike porn, rock star sexual prowess dirt, tapeworm epidemic, Super Bowl rings, confused kitties, and Jeffrey Dahmer's signature. Don't forget to follow Gothamist on Twitter and like us on Facebook. …
Schumer Wants To Ban U.S. Citizenship-Renouncing Facebook Co-Founder
Listen, Eduardo Saverin, you may have co-founded Facebook and you may have renounced your U.S. citizenship in anticipation of tomorrow's big IPO day, but there's something you're not familiar with: The wrath of Senator Chuck Schumer. Chuck and Senator Bob Casey of Pennsylvania are looking into…
'Priscilla Queen of the Desert' to close June 24
“Priscilla Queen of the Desert” will end its Broadway run June 24, according to the show’s official website. The musical is based on the 1994 movie “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.” The show garnered a B+ median grade from the critics following its March 20,…
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Write-Offs: 05.17.12
$$$ Santander, BBVA Among Spanish Banks Downgraded By Moody’s [Bloomberg]$$$ Spain denies bank run reports [FT]$$$ Big banks need extra $566bn, says Fitch [FT, FTAV]$$$ Icahn Takeover of CVR Gets Support From 55% of Holders [Bloomberg]$$$ JPMorgan’s Dimon says will testify before Congress…
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DNAinfo's Billionaire Founder Really Wants To Crush "Barack Hussein Obama"
Billionaire TD Ameritrade founder Joe Ricketts managed to crowd out Mitt Romney's good fundraising news, thanks to the NY Times' report about a study prepared for Ricketts—the study was titled, "The Defeat of Barack Hussein Obama: The Ricketts Plan to End His Spending for Good," and…
Now Where Do Crackheads Figure Into This Schema?
Girl: I think I'm going to be a lumberjack tomorrow.Friend: But then how will we tell you apart from the hipsters? I mean really, what's the difference between a lumberjack and a hipster?Girl: One of them has a job.--Citi Field Alsome | Thumbs up | Thumbs down | Link · …
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Video: Three ADORABLE Roly-Poly Otter Pups Debut At Prospect Park Zoo
Finally, something to fill the Tazo-sized hole in our hearts: the Prospect Park Zoo debuted three new otter pups to Brooklyn! And they're adorably roly-poly, as you can see in the video below: [ more › ]
Company Sells Stock
Facebook priced its IPO at $38, the top of its revised range. Yaaay. Congrats to Facebook for having a very nice web page, but also to its banks, which collectively made $176mm, $202mm with the greenshoe, not even counting Goldman’s side action. This money seems to have been earned, more or…
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Free Breakfast For Cyclists Tomorrow (Friday) Morning!
Tomorrow is National Bike to Work Day and with the weather set to be stunning again there really isn't a good excuse not to ride to work tomorrow (well, there are some, like if you don't own a bike or your parents never loved you enough to teach you how to ride one, but you know what we mean).…
Three river otters born at Prospect Park Zoo
Dixie and Oogie are the proud parents of three new North American river otters at the Prospect Park Zoo, the Wildlife Conservation Society announced today. The pups, which arrived in February, are the first North American river otters born in a New York City zoo or aquarium since 1956. The otters…
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Chuck Schumer Is Ruining Facebook IPO Day For One Shareholder
As you may have heard, earlier this afternoon, Facebook priced its initial public offering at $38/share, valuing co-founder Eduardo Saverin’s stake at approximately $2.9 billion. Since Saverin conveniently renounced his US citizenship last week, he will avoid paying millions in capital gains…
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21 Photos Of Rockaway From Before You Were Born
&n bsp; &nbs p; We've taken a look back at Rockaway Beach before, but here's a closer look at the Rockaways through photos taken from before you were born (probably)... and way before…
Is Betty White Sweeter As A Life-Size Cake?
Last night, everyone's favorite granny Betty White was roasted at the Friar's Club, where she entered via a white pony and was feted with off-color jokes. For instance, Jeffrey Ross referenced her Snickers commercial, "I thought Kim Kardashian was the only one who got famous for putting…
Books in the Kitchen
The kitchen is not just for cooking anymore. For most people, it's where the majority of their time is spent, sharing meals, doing family projects, and entertaining. And, as it turns out, it's the place where some are storing their book collections. More Read More...
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Could The Brooklyn Nets Snag Jeremy Lin From The Knicks?
While Coach Mike Woodson has said that Jeremy Lin is "absolutely" going to be a Knick next season, Lin has been slightly more cagey about what might come next for him: "Personally, I think it would be great if I come back. But crazy things happen and I don’t really know what’s going…
Videos: Speeding Is Nothing New For COO Of Company Involved In Fatal Ferrari Crash
On Sunday, a motorcyclist was killed in a head-on collision when a Ferrari swerved into his lane on a service road near the MetLife Stadium. State police believe that the Ferrari driver, Joseph Ferretti, who was charged in Stephen Lenge's death, was traveling above the 25 MPH speed limit. It…
Dala by Stephen Burks: Outdoor Furniture Made From Recycled Food Packaging
What you see here is garbage. Literally. It's the work of New York designer Stephen Burks, who created a colorful new collection called Dala for German outdoor furniture line Dedon. More Read More...
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Riverflicks to screen free movies on Pier 46, Pier 63
The Hudson River Park Trust has announced the lineup for its Riverflicks summertime free movie series. Once again, one pier will be devoted to family fare and one pier for adult-themed movies. Popcorn will be free at both locations. Wednesday night movies, aimed at grown-ups, will screen on the…
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DIY Kids' Plate Oh Happy Day
We've been interested to see all of the personalization of dishes popping up in the blogosphere. It's one of those projects that seems ideal for little ones. More Read More...
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New Online Magazine: Kid-In
Join me in welcoming Kid-In, a thought-provoking, visually intelligent online magazine that invokes children in a rather magical light, and seeks to inspire the child to revel in every adult. More Read More...
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Musicians Battle For Privilege Of Performing In The Subway Without Cops Hassling Them
Commuters and tourists gathered in Grand Central's Vanderbilt Hall yesterday to watch the MTA's 25th Annual Music Under New York (MUNY) auditions. With five minutes each to convince 33 judges of their musical aptitude, 70 hopefuls vied for a chance to be added to the…
Red Bulls Send Juan Agudelo To Chivas USA
In a shocker of a trade, the New York Red Bulls today announced a deal that will send 18-year-old US soccer star Juan Agudelo west to Chivas USA, in exchange for veteran defender Heath Pearce. [ more › ]
DIY Privacy Windows Sweet Peach
Having a window over your sink is a wonderful way to smile through the dreary task of washing dishes. It's a little less relaxing and a little more creepy when that window is all too close to your neighbor's house. What do you do when you want both light and privacy? Take some inspiration from…
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Or, You Know, Wherever
Guy, watching the Discovery shuttle making final flight: What's that? Two planes together?Friend: The top one is the Challenger that went to the moon.--Queens Alsome | Thumbs up | Thumbs down | Link · Email · Quote this! · Del.icio.us · Posted…
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14 Stunning Photos Of The Met Rooftop's "Cloud City"
&n bsp; One of the greatest annual events we look forward to each summer is The Met rooftop's seasonal rooftop exhibit. Throughout the years the artists given the massive space have ranged from Sol LeWitt to Roxy Paine to…