“The Thinking Man’s Beef Jerky.” Don’t think of Biltong as Beef Jerky because it’s not, it’s something much better. Appearances always matter and when I walked into Jonty Jacobs there was such a pleasant smell that I could not help but just stand there and just take everything in; the smells, the biltong hanging in the corner, the owners happily […]

“Pure Class” are the words that come to mind when I think of The Fourth Restaurant. I recently had the chance to have dinner at the restaurant and I was very impressed with the overall service that we received. It was a very cozy and comfortable setting and the waiter was very attentive. Every time I stood up and went […]

As everyone, their mother and their pet dog go away for the summer, us suckers dedicated New Yorkers are left finding creative ways to escape the everyday slog. Coney Island’s great, but kind of a schlep; the idea of tubing in the Catskills appeals, but makes Coney seem a short stroll away; Fire Island? So many transportation changes! What’s the […]

Beautifully plated and classically fresh is what lies at Chapter One in the West Village. The chef offers a sophisticated take on American pub cuisine, with a home-like feeling inspired by New York City’s historic taverns. Between the Charred Octopus, Lentil Fritters, and Beef Tartar, starting off the evening can be a hard decision here. Knowing all the ingredients are fresh […]

Shake Shack has got some competition! The famous chain, known for its tasty burgers, has met its match with Big Smoke Burger, which recently opened its first restaurant in New York City. The restaurant, which is a Canadian transplant, is located in Chelsea and is a burger lover’s dream come true. Serving up hand-crafted burgers, homemade milkshakes and hand-cut fries, […]

Ever since Noma made a name for itself by putting “dirt” on a plate and calling it gourmet food (the “soil” in its famous Vegetable Field dish is actually malt and hazelnut flour), Nordic gastronomy has been nabbing Michelin stars left, right and center. It’s just too bad Scandinavia is just so darn far away. No plane ticket required, New […]

With an apt amount of well-known steakhouses scattered about New York City, it can be all too easy to overlook great alternatives, such as Desmond’s Steakhouse. The restaurant, located in Midtown West, just outside of Times Square, rivals popular joints such as Wolfgang’s, Smith & Wollensky and Peter Luger. Make your way up their tiled staircase into the vast space […]

There has been a spike in the number of startups in New York City in the past few years. As a startup, to be able to succeed you need to stand out in what your company does and provide a service that consumers need. CaterCow is a marketplace where you can find and order catering online. At the end of […]

You know the feeling when you taste something so delicious, so unique, it just brightens up your whole week? That was the feeling I had when I walked away from an outstanding tasting of Dolcezza Gelato. The company, started by power couple Robb and Violeta, opened in 2004 in Georgetown in Washington D.C. After many, many successful years serving happy […]

The seedy corner of Hell’s Kitchen behind Port Authority may not be top of your list of Manhattan destinations, but it deserves a second look – and not for the strange whale murals on 41st street (sorry, mustachioed artist dude). If you ever find yourself skidding west from Times Square and in need of a bite, there’s welcome respite for […]