Copyright 2012 http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/food-drink en-us Wed, 16 May 2012 16:15:07 -0400 Wed, 16 May 2012 16:15:07 -0400 NBC Owned Television Stations http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/Ali-Dines-Late-Night-at-LES-Hangout-Sons-of-Essex/151162465 Mon, 14 May 2012 14:31:09 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/SONSOFESSEX_722x406_2233559061.jpg
When Ali hangs out in New York's Lower East Side, it's a smorgasbord of cultural indulgence. Ranging from bone marrow to braised short ribs, this culinary mashup knows how to bring the flavor and the calories! Sons of Essex133 Essex Street, New York...

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No Sugar? In a Slurpee? It's coming to a 7-Eleven near you.

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How far does a spoonful go? If you're dining at Brasserie Pushkin in NYC, that spoonful can go to the deepest depths of indulgence and back! Specializing in an Americanized version of...

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/Madison-Square-Eats-Food-Tour/151372485 Mon, 14 May 2012 13:54:00 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/madison+square+eats.jpg
Lauren Scala visits the fourth annual Madison Square Eats right in the heart of the Flatiron District.

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Here's a look at some fun cocktails to help mom kick back and relax on her special day.

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1st Look gives you an inside look at the summer's hottest food and music festival in Brooklyn on May 19 and 20, The Great GoogaMooga! Join us as we mix up some cocktails with mixology expert...

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Siafa Lewis visits Donatella NYC, learns how to make their famous pizza and samples some of their famous dishes.

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“Around the World in 80 Plates,” co-hosted by star chefs Cat Cora and Curtis Stone, combines culinary competition with travelogue. Twelve contestants embark on a journey across 10 countries to...

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]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/Todd-Englishs-Plaza-Food-Hall/150493865 Wed, 09 May 2012 07:03:02 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/todd+english+food+hall.jpg
Siafa stops by The Plaza Food Hall for some eats by Todd English.

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A day at the Derby isn't complete without a mint julep and tip of the hat.

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]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/the-scene/food-drink/Beer-Tax-New-York-Breweries-Shelton-Brothers-Court-Lawsuit-149812445.html Wed, 02 May 2012 13:01:07 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/Beer-Generic-346.jpg
Your favorite New York brewski may be about to get more expensive. A state court has declared unconstitutional two state tax exemptions that helped small brewers save thousands of dollars a year.

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And you thought the hot dog crust sounded like overkill.

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Lauren Scala checks out few unique twists on the classic favorite.

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Eat well... just like a rugby player! News 4's David Ushery chats with David Martin about his cookbook, "The Hooligan's Table."

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Celebrity stylist Phillip Bloch shows us his favorite places in Washington Heights.

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Fried chicken might be a Southern specialty, but as highlighted by the Huffington Post, "Pies 'n' Thighs" in Williamsburg is offering some of the best wings in America! Ali stopped by to try out...

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Who says you need to wait until the sun is down to start your night? At Beaumarchais, what starts as one of the finer brunches in New York becomes one of most raucous parties in the country! Once thos...

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Ah, brunch. The mimosas, the eggs, the... pig snout? Ali hangs out with chef Miguel to find out how to make some piggy perfection at Maharlika's Filipino brunch!Maharlika 111 1st Avenue, New York,...

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Siafa Lewis checks out two unique places to learn about and enjoy wine - whether you're a novice or a seasoned taster.

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Lauren Scala travels around NYC in search for the best coffee cakes.

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Comedian Rachel Dratch shows us her favorites spots around Gramercy; from an exclusive park to a scrumptious brunch. Enjoy more from Dratch by checking out her new book,"Girl Walks into a Bar."

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Caffeine-addled commuters take note – it’s now possible to get your morning coffee fix from inside your car.

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Siafa Lewis checks out two West Coast favorites that have migrated to New York City -- Blue Bottle Coffee Company & Wahoo's Fish Taco.

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Interior designer Sabrina Soto shows us her favorite New York spaces inside and out of home. See more of Sabrina on The High Low Project on HGTV.

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Who says you have to head south for barbecue perfection? Maria hits Long Island to taste the homemade Goodness of the Levi family's masterful meats, fantastic fishes, and kingly cakes! 236 W Jericho...

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How do you make sure your restaurant serves the most authentic pasta in New York City? Well, you could start by flying in your mother from Italy to hand-make the pasta herself! Play your cards...

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Bethenny Frankel takes us to her favorite New York spots for food and fun. See more of Bethenny around town on Bravo's Bethenny Ever After.

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Instead of a large sit-down meal, this year's Oscars will feature 50 smaller bites for the stars to snack on after the awards. For the 18th year, Master Chef Wolfgang Puck created the menu for...

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Broadway's own Will Swenson takes us to his favorite New York spots for food and fun near St. Marks Place. See more of Swenson on stage in Priscilla Queen of the Desert.

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Chef Wade Burch from Neely's Barbecue Parlor brings the Big Easy to the Big Apple, showing us some of the popular eats for the upcoming Fat Tuesday holiday party.

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In the two weeks since Knicks point guard Jeremy Lin went from benchwarmer to global superstar, a wave of "Lin-spired" food and drinks has flooded New York City menus.

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The "technically vegetarian" beverage isn't listed on the menu.

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You may recognize Geoffrey Zakarian from the Food Network, but when he's off camera you'll find him working his way around Midtown. The chef/ partner of The National and The Lambs Club shows us...

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In New York City, there are brunch places. There are nightclubs. And then, there are brunch clubs.

Photo Credit: Ignacio Guzman / NBC

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/blogs/nonstop-sound/Jay-Z-Club-4040-Beyonce-Celebrities-137673178.html Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:54:12 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/jay-z-club.jpg
Jay-Z was all smiles last night as the new dad stepped back into the limelight Wednesday night at the reopening of his sports bar, the 40/40 club.

Photo Credit: Getty Images for Berk Communicat

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/The-Best-Ramen-in-NYC/137524998 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:52:35 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/RAMEN_722x406_2187914487.jpg
Lauren Scala heads to Momofuku Noodle bar and Rerakawa Ramen to try two of NYC's best Ramen Noodle spots.

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/Where-the-Literary-Greats-Drank-on-the-LES/137299508 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:25:45 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/VAULT_722x406_2186635928.jpg
Ever wonder what Mark Twain and Walt Whitman did to clear up some writer's block? Their answer was the Vault at Pfaff's. But nowadays, this venue has some serious cocktails on

]]> http://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/#!/the-scene/food-drink/At-The-Gutter-in-BK,-Beer-and-Bowling-Go-Hand-in-Hand/137300053 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:33:25 -0400 http://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/213*120/TG_722x406_2186636032.jpg
Need some bowling with your beer? At The Gutter in Williamsburg, you can take your libations on the lane, as bowling, pool, and bubble hockey are all mainstays of this Brooklyn hangout! The Gutter 200...

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Maria Sansone puts the fun in the funky at Tortilla Flats in the Meatpacking District of New York. This NYC staple has been serving up margs and tacos since 1983, and if that weren't enough for...

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Brooklyn has opened its doors to a restaurant that will soon have a cult following. Maria Sansone dines with the masterminds behind Do or Dine's creative kitchen and puts her taste buds to the

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Siafa Lewis tries an old standard, and few unique twists on a holiday favorite

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From kettle corn to caramel, Siafa Lewis checks New York's best popcorn of his list.

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Lauren Scala discovers a few new twists on the traditional pretzel.

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