I have to be honest, for two whole years the SoHo cafe Jack’s Wife Freda has been on my never ending wish list of NYC restaurants to try– the name alone makes it intriguing — but for whatever reason I kept missing it. Luckily, I had the chance to go last weekend with Women Who Brunch and am happy to say, it… Read More
Healthy Hot Spot: Terroir TriBeCa
In a city with more than 4,000 restaurants, I’ve always been challenged to find a good wine bar — and by good I mean one where the wine selection is as good as the food. In TriBeCa, though, I didn’t have to wander far to find just that. Terroir TriBeCa is popular among Financial District Happy Hour goers who come… Read More
Healthy Hot Spot: Le Pain Quotidien
New Yorkers love their brunch, but truth be told, it often leaves me feeling tired and groggy. But the organic, vegan-friendly menu at Le Pain Quotidien has the opposite effect. On any given weekend, David and I can be found at the Tribeca location enjoying breakfast after our morning workout. With locations in more than 15 countries and 27 restaurants… Read More
Healthy Hot Spot: Kutsher’s Tribeca
I gave up my bagel and cream cheese habit several years ago. Thankfully, you won’t find that kind of deli fare on the menu at Kutsher’s Tribeca. Instead, you get a contemporary spin on Jewish American classics artfully served up (in ample portions) in a clean and modern bistro setting. Eager for a light lunch, mid-week, we strolled over to… Read More
Healthy Hot Spot: Whitehall NYC Kitchen + Bar
High Tea, proper Fish & Chips (with mushy peas) and a British gentleman are a few of my favorite things, so when our weekend plans included a birthday brunch for a friend at the British-inspired West Village cafe, Whitehall NYC Kitchen + Bar, I was happy to oblige. The menu blends classic and modern British fare from fry ups to… Read More