Over the last couple months, we’ve been watching patiently as Red Hook’s newest wine bar and cafe, Pony’s, was carefully put together. This weekend, we can all finally partake in a crisp glass of wine, and snack on some of the thoughtful plates coming out of the kitchen. Pony’s opens tomorrow, August 22 at 424 Van Brunt Street. On weekdays they’ll be serving coffee in the morning, and on nights and weekends the wine bar takes center stage.
Another new(ish) Red Hook gem that we absolutely have to share is Third Time’s the Charm. From the same folks that brought NYC Bad Cholesterol Pizza, this neighborhood restaurant and bar is exactly where we want to have a chill night in Brooklyn. Grab a few cocktails, order some nuggets, a salad, of course a pizza (or two) with their sauce flight. Oh, and they have a fantastic back yard in addition to their cozy dining room…just thought you needed to know.
This week, a sandwich shop opened in the East Village. 20 Blocks, the new place at 215 E. 4th St is the brainchild of NYC industry veterans (including a former Gem chef) and features regional specials like pretzel salad in addition to a tight edit of sammys. We’re personally most excited to try the Turkey Town - house-roasted turkey and fried green tomatoes on toasted honey whole wheat with cajun mayo and romaine lettuce.
This new Argentine Tavern just opened in the West Village and we already know you’ll be seeing a LOT of social content about their New York Strip Milanesa in the coming weeks. With a focus on live fire cooking from chef Pablo Rivero, Graciela stays true to the style of food and preparation Argentina is known for while adding their own, refined flair to each dish. PS don’t skip the papas fritas.
Something we often lament is how “the city that never sleeps” seems to have fewer and fewer late night restaurants these days. That’s why we’re especially excited that Frenzie, has opened in Brooklyn Heights next door to their sister restaurant, Confidant. Open daily and offering late-night service beginning at 10p every night, Frenzie is a pizzeria and wine bar that focuses on NY-style pizzas made on housemade sourdough crust. They also have a standout small plates menu and a seasonal soft serve. When late night hits (Thursdays-Saturdays), you can make your pizza a combo with specials like a Cheese Pie and a pitcher of Narragansett for $40 or a cheese pie and two martinis for $50.
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This weekend, Hotel Ceramics is popping up at Dinner Party in Clinton Hill for a very special AM cafe collaboration. Saturday and Sunday from 10a-2p, have a snack with you sip coffee out of a (shoppable) chunky mug. Don’t miss this rare chance to try out Hotel’s pieces in person, as they’re based in Portland, OR!
Late Summer means that some of the best produce of the year is currently in season…including MELONS! Yun Hai in East Williamsburg is on the same page, and celebrating this exciting time of the year with a Taiwanese Melon Stand this Saturday from 12-3p. You can swing by for whole melons, freshly cut slices topped with plum powder, or Melon Fen Guo (a sweet potato starch jelly). The special melons for this pop-up will be Bonny Melons, a Taiwanese varietal grown in California and selected by Natoora.
On Thursday, August 27th, Cool friend Fernanda Uribe will be leading a drink and draw event hosted by Massa and Kent Collective in Williamsburg. From 6:30-8:30p, you’ll experience an evening of creativity, tapas and wine! Tickets ($65) include all drawing materials plus drinks and snacks. Don’t miss out!
Garden season is firmly upon us, and one of the coolest places to eat in Brooklyn, Leland Eating & Drinking House, just finished building out a chic outdoor space to dine in their backyard. Grab some Summer sunshine and enjoy your next meal here al fresco featuring all of Leland’s best like their Eggplant Fries or Chicken Jook Porridge alongside a frozen drink (more on that later…)
Do you love cake and art? Next Thursday, August 27 from 4-9p, Pistachio Milk Matcha will be on the 7th floor of the New Museum in the Sky Room with seasonal sweets on offer that compliment the current show, New Humans. The pop-up is only with a ticket to the museum. Before 7p, admission is $25 for adults and from 7-9p, the museum offers pay-what-you-wish entry, though we’re pretty sure these cakes will go quickly!
Beloved internet cook, Pierce Abernathy’s new cookbook, Every Leaf, Every Stem, launched this week! To celebrate he’s going on a little book tour in NYC this week, including stints at greenmarkets (Union Square today, and Grand Army Plaza tomorrow) and a party at Public Records tonight! Get your tickets to the party and see the full lineup and details for all of Pierce’s book launch events here.
Want to learn a little bit more about the wine you’re drinking or what to order next time you visit a Spanish restaurant? Well, Wine Director Daryl Coke of Ernesto’s is hosting a Spanish Wine 101 class on Wednesday August 26 from 5-6p! The $50 experience includes a welcome pour, a guided tasting, chef-selected pintxos, an embutidos (charcuterie) plate, and printed tasting notes to take home. Sounds like a great deal to us! You can reserve this experience here.
Meet Irene, a New York-based chef, James Bear Award winner, YouTube star, recipe developer, and owner of Orion in Bushwick. Her award-winning cookbook, SOJU PARTY, is the first major book on Korean drinking, featuring recipes, food pairings, and even drinking games. We caught up with Irene to hear more about her journey from being a photo editor at the Food Network to earning one of the highest honors in cookbook writing.
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