Yang Ggocchi Lamb Skewers (양꼬치구이) in Gangnam, Seoul

양꼬치구이 (Yang Ggochhi Gui) 강남점 532-5866 Lamb skewers (양꼬치) that you reheat on a grill. They’re awesome. It’s a dish I hear was imported from China, and the spices for dipping seem to be the same as those used in middle Eastern rubs. They’ve also got a tasty corn noodle soup (옥수수온면) and a ricecake-infused [...]

Supercore – (Japanese, Brunch) Williamsburg

Supercore 305 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn 11211 www.supercore.tv Supercore is a cozy little diner serving light Japanese fare such as curry, soba, and a personal favorite – beni-tori, chicken slowly simmered in soy-sauce and ginger. Great occasional change-up from the regular western brunch on weekends. Nice chill space with warm wooden interior. Bonus points for serving [...]

The Meatball Shop – (Italian, American) Lower East Side

The Meatball Shop 84 Stanton St (between Allen St & Orchard St) New York, NY 10002 Neighborhood: Lower East Side (212) 982-8895 www.themeatballshop.com Good things come to those who eat LATE! This spot is usually jampacked during regular or post-drinking hours alike, but a small crew of hungry eaters came here to munch around 1 [...]

Calexico – (Mexican) Greenpoint, Brooklyn

Calexico 645 Manhattan Ave (between Bedford Ave & Norman Ave) Brooklyn, NY 11222 Neighborhood: Greenpoint (347) 763-2129 www.calexicocart.com Menu This place is kinda awesome. It’s not traditional $2-truck hole-in-the-wall Mexican or fancy Mexican. It’s just spot on good. Really creative flavor combos, chill vibe, good location. Wasn’t too crowded on a Sunday late brunch. Def [...]

FOOD DESTINATION: Seoul, Korea

There’s just so much amazing food in Korea and not enough time to cover as much as I wanted, but here are just some of the notables from my recent Korea trip. When I go back I’ll be sure to do much more thorough documentation, and possibly some experimental cooking projects. Korea has more than [...]

Otafuku (Japanese Food Stand) – East Village (St Marks)

Otafuku 236 E. 9th St, between 2nd Ave and Stuyvesant St (212) 353-8503 Pricing: Cheap Venue: Take Out Cuisine: Japanese Snack Food Favorite Dish(es): Okonomiyaki ($6), Takoyaki ($5) This is real Japanese street food. This tiny food stand on the original Japantown (9th St), nestled between the Cloister Cafe’s outdoor areas, serves two drunkfood faves. [...]

Tehuitzingo – Mexican (Deli / Tacos), Hell’s Kitchen

Tehuitzingo Mexican Deli 695 10th Ave (btw 47th & 48th Sts) (212) 397-5956 Pricing: Cheap Venue: Take Out / Sit Down Cuisine: Mexican Favorite Dish(es): Bisteck (beef) Taco $2.50 Everyone north of the border knows that the best, most authentic Mexican food is found in the cheapest, most unassuming of places, be it from a [...]

Il Bambino Panini – Italian (Sandwiches), Astoria, Queens

Il Bambino 34-08 31st Ave Astoria, Queens (718) 626-0087 Pricing: Not Cheap Venue: Sit Down Cuisine: Italian, Sandwiches Favorite Dish(es): Soppressata panini w hot peppers, asiago, and basil pesto $9 This place has by far the tastiest paninis i’ve ever eaten. Crispy toasted bread with high quality ingredients in amazing combinations. We got delivery this [...]

Artichoke Basilles Pizza & Brewery – Pizza, East Village

Artichoke Basilles Pizza & Brewery 328 E 14th St (212) 228-2004 Pricing: Cheap Venue: Take-Out Cuisine: American, Italian (Pizza) Favorite Dish(es): Margarita Slice ($3.50) Artichoke Pizza is a fairly recent newcomer to the NY gourmet pizza scene.  They offer two signature pizzas that you won’t find anywhere else – Artichoke (of course) and, of all [...]

Kefi – Greek, Upper West Side

Kefi (*new bigger location*) 505 Columbus Ave, between 84th and 85th Sts (212) 873-0200 Pricing: Cheap Venue: Sit Down Cuisine: Greek Favorite Dish(es): Spreads selection – Yogurt, Caviar, Eggplant, Chickpea ($9.95 appetizer), Grilled Octopus and Bean Salad ($9.95 appetizer), Meatballs ($6.25 appetizer) You might totally miss this little place on 79th, but inside is some [...]

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