My friend Bex.oxo told me about a new French cafe in Marda Loop, Le Comptoir, by François. Her roommate Valentina recently arrived from Ukraine and started working there, so we decided to visit on a sunny afternoon. Let’s listen to “Le Gorille” by George Brassens for this post. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QSAzyMceCOA This quaint cafe only fits a… Continue reading New Marda Loop cafe: Le Comptoir, by François
Category: Brunch
Where to eat in Midtown Manhattan: Bar 54 and Ellen’s Stardust Diner
Beep Beep wanted to have a drink at Bar 54. She mentioned the bar was overpriced and touristy, but she wanted to see the rooftop view of Chrysler Building and of lower Manhattan. We toasted to her birthday with an Aperol Spritzer ($26) and a Rosolio Spritz ($26). The spritzer tasted gross and reminded me… Continue reading Where to eat in Midtown Manhattan: Bar 54 and Ellen’s Stardust Diner
Buvette New York review (West Village)
Beep Beep wanted to check out Buvette because it was a Michelin recommended restaurant. We stopped by for a glass of wine and found the bistro so charming, we went again the following morning for her birthday breakfast. We arrived when the restaurant opened at 7:00 a.m. so we could make it in time for… Continue reading Buvette New York review (West Village)