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This blog has proven that I have a disposition to over indulge. It’s a problem and a constant battle between my brain and my waistline. I rationalize my decisions to stuff myself with the idea that the opportunity at hand is unique and once in a lifetime. This is rarely the truth but often the perceived reality. Regardless of the motivation, this post trumps all the others in ridiculousness.
I had just flown back in town from Chicago and two friends from San Francisco when a txt message popped up on my phone. Two buddies from San Francisco were in town and wanted to go run-a-muk stuffing our faces all over town. Truth be told, Ben, Chef of SPICE Supper Club, had been riding me for weeks about the “eating tour” and now he was ready to roll. Irrationally deciding I had to go I hopped on the L-train and headed into Manhattan.
Stop 1
Tebaya Japenese Fried Chicken Wings
Stop 2
10 Downing
The Pickle
Asparagus goat cheese creme fresh
Artichoke salad
Scallops
Cast iron mussels
Gnocchi with cherry tomatoes
Bone marrow
Stop 3
Sorella
Pate de fegato
Duck fat English muffin bread chicken liver mousse fried egg bacon
Stop 4
Crif Dog
Spicy Redneck
Stop 5
This Little Piggy
Roast beef and gravy with fresh mozzerella
Stop 6
Momofuku Ssam Bar
Beef jerky
Cheddar puffed rice
Stop 7
Daddy O
Drunken cherries
Pulled pork
As the clock ticked past 1am, me stomach and brain were finally in agreement. “Stop eating” was the simple message and I obliged. We had successfully pecked our way around downtown Manhattan gobbling up goodness at most every turn. Looking back, I can’t say I did the wrong thing. After all it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Right?
As a parting shot. Here is the crew. (David, Ben and me)
July 22nd, 2010 at 9:20 am
I can assure you that you definitely did not do the wrong thing my friend. An absolutely great night, with an incredibly diverse collective menu, a couple of great surprises, the best marrow I’ve ever had and some fine cocktails.
Better yet, I got to experience it with two outstanding chefs who truly have a passion for food. I always prefer to go to Yankee games with people who really love the Yankees or a U2 concert with people who are thrilled to see Bono and company. So, suffice to say, while it’s highly likely that this will not be my last eating tour it is also highly likely that it won’t happen again until I can do it with you and Ben.
Of course, I am also open to additional chefs joining the fray. Perhaps, next time we can add a mixologist to the mix – that may come in handy in between stops.
Thanks for letting me join you.
July 23rd, 2010 at 7:49 am
I double the idea on the mixologist. The problem is next time we have to beat this one. Ohhh booooy!