Mark Bittman's Blog, page 92
June 9, 2010
Curtain Times for El Bulli's Last Act May Change
The chef Ferran Adrià may begin and end the final season of his restaurant earlier than expected.
June 8, 2010
Calling All Readers: Tips on No-Reservation Restaurants
We want to hear from you on no-reservations restaurants. Which ones have the fastest lines? The nicest areas to wait? Where is it always slow? What are the best times to go?
Reviewing Torrisi Italian Specialties
This week's restaurant review is of Torrisi Italian Specialties, an Italian grocery, lunch spot and marvelous dinner establishment on Mulberry Street.
Building a New Dish
Ideas for new dishes come from a number of sources. Most often, they are created as a result by looking at ingredients in the refrigerator and the pantry, and going from there.
City Checks Out Tavern
City design and construction officials visit Tavern on the Green.
June 7, 2010
The Wines of Valentini
Eric Asimov attends a tasting Valentini wines, presented by Valentini's new American importer, Domenico Valentino.
Hey, Mr. Critic!
Answers about birthday dinners, east, lower Midtown, Spanish food, Malaysian food and vegetarians.
The Temporary Vegetarian: Empadinhas de Palmito
Tiny, two-inch in diameter savory tartlets filled with hearts of palm in a béchamel sauce. The delicate, buttery crust crumbles on the first bite.
June 4, 2010
Using Parsley and Garlic to Flavor Lamb
Putting the persillade inside of the lamb, rather than on top, takes better advantage of the parsley and garlic.
Hey, Mr. Critic!
Suggestions near Lincoln Center, on the Upper East, the Upper West Side, and pre theater.
