DIA New York, a relatively new Italian restaurant, opened in the Lower East Side. The setting is more upscale, but the food presentation and the atmosphere is more casual. They’re known for their thin crust Roman-style pizza, but the menu encompasses much more than just that. The table setup is pretty intimate and we never…
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Very rarely do I get invited to “fine dining” establishments because of my Instagram. To be honest, they are far and few between. Which is why I was quite appalled that such a refined establishment like Lincoln Square Steak wanted me to come by and try their menu. White table cloths and fancy silverware adorned…
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Living in NYC there’s really no shortage of local cities to visit for a quick weekend getaway. We had such an amazing time in Philly earlier this year, that I figured we should try another foodie-based location for Stephen’s birthday – so I chose New Haven, CT. I can imagine some of you are like,…
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While Pepe’s and Sally’s may be a go-to for most people seeking out New Haven pizza, I personally think the up-and-coming star is BAR. The concept of only serving coal-oven pizza, salad, and beverages is the same across the board, but I think BAR’s modern approach is more solidified. They took a classic local concept…
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As a New Yorker, I’m obviously biased when when it comes to pizza. After watching a video online about New Haven pizza, I was skeptical yet intrigued. What makes these thin-crust, coal-fired pizzas so special? Is the allure that these people cannot pronounce “pizza” as we consider it? Because no matter how you spin it,…
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I’ve worked near the Bryant Park area for about 5 years or so now. I rarely explore lunch options nearby, mostly because I’d rather starve to death than pay $12 at some crowded cafe being pushed around by people in suits where the food ends up being mediocre anyway. Okay, that was a slight exaggeration,…
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Finding local breweries is always a priority on our itineraries while traveling. After a few people recommended Urban Village Brewering Co. in Philly, I was immediately sold – They brew their own craft beers AND have an in-house brick oven for pizzas! It was unfortunately too cold to sit outside when we went (the window-lined…
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