Parsee Red Chicken Curry with Hall Wines
My philosophy is: Why wait to enjoy something special? In this case, why wait for a special occasion to open up the remarkable Jack’s Masterpiece Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 from Hall Wines. I also love to wander around and see new things, which here in NYC is not only an easy feat, but a part of […]
Vatan Restaurant {Indian Vegetarian}
Vatan Restaurant—An Escape in the City You’ll feel like you’ve escaped New York and arrived in India, specifically the state of Gujarat, when you walk into Vatan Restaurant, with its painted walls, enchanting booths, statue of Ganesh, and the overall ambience of this dramatic-looking restaurant. The vegetarian menu is “all you can eat” and there […]
For Indian food, go to Benares in TriBeCa
The host greeted us immediately, which is always a good sign, then whisked us over to a lovely booth in Benares’ modern, fanciful dining room with its curved lines and swirly furniture. While the lounge atmosphere is befitting for a party, what you will experience is more intimate. Everyone I encountered was warm and welcoming. […]
In Khatija’s Kitchen
Nasrin and I had met decades ago, when songs like Madonna’s Borderline and David Bowie’s Let’s Dance were infiltrating pop radio stations and the roller skating rink in Boston where we first became friends. I remember my eighth grade classmate at Boston Latin School, Rachel, and her new friend Nasrin coming off the green line […]