NYC Archives - The Boozy Epicure

Boozy Epicure’s Guide to Eating in NYC

April 6, 2016September 26, 2016

I've been enamored with New York City since I was a child. It seemed so exciting and glamorous. In high school I was a musical theatre geek and the bright lights of Broadway were a beacon of inspiration. And what female can watch Sex and The City in their twenties... Read More

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Ivan Ramen

March 16, 2015July 18, 2016 ramen

It's no surprise that I love ramen. So when I heard that Ivan Orkin was setting up shop in New York City, I was eager to try his food. Ivan Orkin is an American chef, trained at the Culinary Institute of America, who travelled to Japan and set up one... Read More

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Babbo Ristorante e Enoteca

February 2, 2015July 29, 2016 Italian

In 1998, when Babbo opened, I was not yet a foodie. Yes I liked eating, but my college years were spent in school dining centers or slurping down instant ramen in my dorm room. I knew almost nothing about cooking or baking, I hadn't heard of Mario Batali, so of... Read More

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momofuku noodle bar

September 13, 2014July 18, 2016

I've said it before, and I'm sure I'll say it again, my favorite ramen in New York City is at Ippudo. But after my fantastic meal at momofuku ssäm bar, I knew I wanted to give momofuku noodle bar a chance to redeem itself. I started my meal off with... Read More

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momofuku ssäm bar

August 24, 2014July 19, 2016

David Chang has changed the restaurant world. His Momofuku empire was named as the "Most Important Restaurant in the US" by Bon Apetit last year, and for good reason. The Momofuku brand pushes high end food in a casual atmosphere. No longer are white tablecloths necessary for an exceptional meal.... Read More

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Dominique Ansel Bakery

August 2, 2014July 29, 2016

I've never had a real cronut. I've been visiting Dominique Ansel's bakery for more than a year, but I've never been willing to get up early and wait in a crazy long line to try them. Nevertheless, there are so many reasons to love Dominique Ansel Bakery that I plan... Read More

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Sushi Yasuda

July 30, 2014July 18, 2016

I've never been to Tokyo. I can't claim to have knowledge or experience eating sushi in Japan. I can't tell you what is traditional or proper or authentic. But I have eaten sushi, lots of it in fact, across the United States. I know what I like. I know what... Read More

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Morimoto, New York City

July 20, 2014July 18, 2016 sushi

When I want good sushi in a relaxed atmosphere, I go to Morimoto. Located in Chelsea (next door to the Chelsea Market, another of my faves and definitely a place to go for any foodie), Morimoto is a big place. This is fine dining (it's definitely pricey) but the environment... Read More

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Torrisi Italian Specialties

June 22, 2014July 19, 2016

I had been hearing whispers about Torrisi Italian Specialties since it opened in the end of 2009. By the time they started their tasting menu in 2010, it had officially piqued my interest. By December of 2013, I knew I had to eat there. So I booked my reservation and... Read More