I have blogged about this fab place several times before but it bears repeating.
The Lakehouse in Bayshore.
Last night, we dined in the patio/terrace room, instead of our usual spot in the more formal dining room off to the right. The other 2 rooms, which are partially out but screened in & glass enclosed weather permitting. They overlook the fire pit & adirondack chairs outside facing the lake, which is a great spot for drinks first or dessert after dinner.
The muse bouche is always a fun little surprise when we first sit down. The breads are always outstanding with crusty sourdough, or french baguettes or rosemary scented whole wheat rolls.
We opted for a few apps for the table- the lemon scented fettuccini w/ shrimp & sweet corn was wonderfully rich and so delicious. We also has the vegetable salad, which is sauteed woody forest wild mushrooms, a slice of cambazola cheese over baby arugula, a poached baby quail egg and fresh blanched asparagus spears , all served with two slices of brioche toast triangles, and then the crispy suckling pig, which comes as a slice of brick style rectangle with pulled pork in the center and the crispy skin on top- just incredible!
Dinner was sensational- the black fish over smashed truffle potatoes & sauteed leeks in a frothy bubbly broth was mouth watering!
The duck two ways was cooked to perfection, with thick slices of duck breast & the confit of duck leg, served in a swirl of raspberry sauce & grand marnier drizzle. Yum.
Desserts- wow ! The Valrona chocolate souffle with pure vanilla ice cream was soooo good, as was the raspberry creme brulee with a surprise of chocolate on the bottom! We wanted them all- the marscapone cheesecake, the pistachio ice cream sundae, the pear & almond torte- aaaahhh Another time.
In a few weeks, Sunday Jazz brunch!!!
Sunday, September 20, 2015
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
KYMA
Located in the old village of Roslyn, NY is KYMA. I have blogged about this restaurant before, but it is worth repeating.
As the warm weather subsides, I needed to get there at least once more to sit outside on one of their comfy overstuffed banquets, which is a nice change from the hustle & bustle inside.
A very busy bar, and tremendous selection of fresh fish displayed on a huge iced bed for display to select your whole fish, included pink & red snapper, dorado, branzino, lobsters, other shellfish, and for those who wish to have meat, there are several nice choices as well.
The KYMA 'chips' of incredibly thin eggplant & zucchini rounds, lightly fried & served piled high in a tower with tzaziki dip and surrounded with tiny mini cheese style blintzes are a great starter, as well as their grilled octopus. the KYMA salad ,which consists of a huge chunk of feta served with fresh tomato quarters or the green salad w/ fresh dill & crumbled feta. All outstanding.
The fish choices, which are numerous, and can come either whole or filet , come with rice & a vegetable . Clams, mussels, langostinos, (JUMBO SHRIMP) and many more options are always available.
The wine selection is enormous and the desserts are excellent, especially the think creamy greek yogurt drizzled with honey. YUM
As the warm weather subsides, I needed to get there at least once more to sit outside on one of their comfy overstuffed banquets, which is a nice change from the hustle & bustle inside.
A very busy bar, and tremendous selection of fresh fish displayed on a huge iced bed for display to select your whole fish, included pink & red snapper, dorado, branzino, lobsters, other shellfish, and for those who wish to have meat, there are several nice choices as well.
The KYMA 'chips' of incredibly thin eggplant & zucchini rounds, lightly fried & served piled high in a tower with tzaziki dip and surrounded with tiny mini cheese style blintzes are a great starter, as well as their grilled octopus. the KYMA salad ,which consists of a huge chunk of feta served with fresh tomato quarters or the green salad w/ fresh dill & crumbled feta. All outstanding.
The fish choices, which are numerous, and can come either whole or filet , come with rice & a vegetable . Clams, mussels, langostinos, (JUMBO SHRIMP) and many more options are always available.
The wine selection is enormous and the desserts are excellent, especially the think creamy greek yogurt drizzled with honey. YUM
Parkside
Located in the heart of Corona , Queens is a Landmark restaurant called Parkside.
An Italian eatery, and requires a reservation most times, but especially on weekend, this place is as authentic as you can get.
The bread basket alone is spectacular. The stuffed bread with genoa salami & prosciutto , to the crusty semolina to the rolls, OMG.
Next, the menu- from the classic apps such as baked clams, stuffed artichoke, fried calamari, stuffed mushrooms, and so many more, to the more than 20 homemade pastas, to the several fabulous salads and the entrees of fish selections, veal, beef, and of course, their nightly specials, this place, which has been around for decades is well worth the trip.
Live music in the bar area most nights, and a basket of apples as you enter or exit.
GO!
An Italian eatery, and requires a reservation most times, but especially on weekend, this place is as authentic as you can get.
The bread basket alone is spectacular. The stuffed bread with genoa salami & prosciutto , to the crusty semolina to the rolls, OMG.
Next, the menu- from the classic apps such as baked clams, stuffed artichoke, fried calamari, stuffed mushrooms, and so many more, to the more than 20 homemade pastas, to the several fabulous salads and the entrees of fish selections, veal, beef, and of course, their nightly specials, this place, which has been around for decades is well worth the trip.
Live music in the bar area most nights, and a basket of apples as you enter or exit.
GO!
Saturday, September 5, 2015
New posts- sorry folks! Being it was my birthday, I returned to ALL my most favorites this entire week, so didnt think you would want me to re hash!
This week was all celebrations, so my Birthday Dinner was of course at Jimmy Hays
Also, went to Parkside, Matteos, The View, Morning Rose, and dinner at my daughter's so not alot of new places to report! next week!
Also, went to Parkside, Matteos, The View, Morning Rose, and dinner at my daughter's so not alot of new places to report! next week!
Thursday, August 20, 2015
Jimmy Hays
The PLACE for STEAK in Island Park, NY.
Yes, I have written about this place several times, as it never fails to amaze !
Last night, while have some wonderful drinks at the bar, we watched as diners enjoyed the apps on the bar menu, such as delectable veal meatballs with a rich port/marsala brown sauce, the beyond incredible gorgonzola garlic bread, drenched in the most delicious sauce ever, the lobster Cobb / BLT salad, fab enormous oysters rockafeller "a la jimmy"- and so much more.
After several apps, we opted for the Lobster Jimmy- a HUGE lobster with a flavor packed cognac sauce served over shoestring potatoes- OMG!!
The steaks are all incredible delicious , perfectly cooked & melt in your mouth delicious! The bone in rib eye is a site to behold!! (as is the enormous beef wellington)
The staff is so friendly, from the moment you give your car to their valet to the welcome as you enter to the fantastic staff at the bar or in the dining room- consumate professionals, willing to make you happy.
I have NEVER has a bad meal -EVER !! Always great always delicious!!!
Yes, I have written about this place several times, as it never fails to amaze !
Last night, while have some wonderful drinks at the bar, we watched as diners enjoyed the apps on the bar menu, such as delectable veal meatballs with a rich port/marsala brown sauce, the beyond incredible gorgonzola garlic bread, drenched in the most delicious sauce ever, the lobster Cobb / BLT salad, fab enormous oysters rockafeller "a la jimmy"- and so much more.
After several apps, we opted for the Lobster Jimmy- a HUGE lobster with a flavor packed cognac sauce served over shoestring potatoes- OMG!!
The steaks are all incredible delicious , perfectly cooked & melt in your mouth delicious! The bone in rib eye is a site to behold!! (as is the enormous beef wellington)
The staff is so friendly, from the moment you give your car to their valet to the welcome as you enter to the fantastic staff at the bar or in the dining room- consumate professionals, willing to make you happy.
I have NEVER has a bad meal -EVER !! Always great always delicious!!!
Rare 360
Rare 360 on Jericho Tpke in Syosset is a fabulous spot for upscale dining. There is a very large bar, in addition to a beautiful dining room & now, a glass enclosed terrace for indoor/outdoor dining & for those who wish, a cigar area with lounge seating.
The menu is vast, with an elaborate sushi menu, gorgeously presented, a large selection of raw bar crustaceans, stone crabs, etc. and many fabulous unique and interesting starters.
The dinner menu is also quite large, with more than 10 choices of dry aged steaks, including a bone in filet mignon, porter house, rib eye , veal chop, & many more.
Fish selections include wild salmon, scallops, jumbo shrimp, sea bass, swordfish, snapper . etc etc. ALl beautifully garnished.
Sides?? The list goes on- sweet roasted corn, black truffle mac & cheese, roasted brussel sprouts w/ pancetta, creamed spinach, asparagus, potatoes galore & more!
The atmosphere is very trendy- a bit loud and somewhat pricey, but a great meal and a wonderful place for dinner with friends or a large celebration.
The menu is vast, with an elaborate sushi menu, gorgeously presented, a large selection of raw bar crustaceans, stone crabs, etc. and many fabulous unique and interesting starters.
The dinner menu is also quite large, with more than 10 choices of dry aged steaks, including a bone in filet mignon, porter house, rib eye , veal chop, & many more.
Fish selections include wild salmon, scallops, jumbo shrimp, sea bass, swordfish, snapper . etc etc. ALl beautifully garnished.
Sides?? The list goes on- sweet roasted corn, black truffle mac & cheese, roasted brussel sprouts w/ pancetta, creamed spinach, asparagus, potatoes galore & more!
The atmosphere is very trendy- a bit loud and somewhat pricey, but a great meal and a wonderful place for dinner with friends or a large celebration.
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
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