Being an Australian, I grew up with the Milk Bar – our version of a corner store. They were the place to go for a milkshake and would sell lollies (candy) by the piece. Now there’s a new kind of Milk Bar – a chain of dessert and bakery restaurants in the U.S. Christina Tosi…… Continue reading Milk Bar
Tag: restaurants
New York casual and fast food
Here are a few more New York foods served in a less formal setting. Definitely worth trying, though. Barney Greengrass has been around since 1908 and since their window says ‘The Sturgeon King’, that’s what we decided to try. Absolutely delicious both with scrambled eggs and onions and served with a bagel, cream cheese, tomato, onion and pickle.…… Continue reading New York casual and fast food
New York
I’m back in New York with the luxury of time – time to try some more wonderful food! Here are just a few of the stand-out establishments: Balaboosta (a Yiddish term that means the perfect housewife and mother) is a modern Israeli restaurant by chef/owner Eidnat Admony. On the menu are Mediterranean dishes packed full of…… Continue reading New York
Pittsburgh
Still travelling – this time in Pittsburgh. Here’s a little taste of some of the food. Amazingly delicious ribs from Fine Smoke at the 2018 Heinz Field RibFest; Tacos with grilled shrimp, rice and beans, guacamole, pineapple and black beans on the side from Bea Taco Town; KFC (Korean fried chicken) with a wasabi and honey dipping sauce,…… Continue reading Pittsburgh
travelling and eating
I love to travel the world and one of the pleasures or travelling is new food experiences. Amanda (who shares the same name as the head chef) recommended Dirt Candy, an innovative restaurant in New York serving tasting menus made entirely with vegetables. Beginning with a dirty corn martini we launched into the 10-course menu…… Continue reading travelling and eating
fine dining in Aukland
The Sky Tower in Aukland, New Zealand is a distinctive landmark. Thanks to Nicolas who generously gave me a voucher, I ate there with 6 others at The Sugar Club on the 62nd floor. We tried many dishes from chef Peter Gordon’s degustation menu. First there was an amuse-bouche of turmeric cured salmon over an anchovy paste with crispy…… Continue reading fine dining in Aukland
michelle picker cooks 