August 2011
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According to the Sunnyside Post, Anise Fusion is an Indian/Chinese restaurant. I disagree. They have a number of Thai dishes on their menu and only a few hints of Indian (the mango lassi is the biggest giveaway). Regardless of their ethnic origins, their menu has too much going on and not enough flavor. We decided… Read more
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If you haven’t been to Sunnyside lately, you might not know about Molly Blooms. It’s a relatively new Irish pub on Queens Boulevard. Its black sign with “Molly Blooms”, a reference to Ulysses, emblazoned in gold is a striking addition to the otherwise drab thoroughfare. What Molly Blooms is known for is their extensive list… Read more
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For most people, baking in August is anathema. But given the glorious weather on this August day, I thought, What the hell, let me bake a cake. Yesterday, I went fruit and vegetable picking at Lawrence Farms in Newburgh, NY. We collected peaches, plums, peppers, corn, and raspberries. As we paid for our produce, a gigantic… Read more
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I recommend going to Lobster Joint during the week when the G train is running promptly on schedule. Unless, of course, you live in Greenpoint, where Lobster Joint is located. For the rest of you, heed my advice. Small and poorly lit, Lobster Joint has only three picnic-size tables indoors and counter seating, plus a… Read more
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Situated on the outskirts of Astoria, Astor Bake Shop may seem out-of-the-way to the average person. I assure you that the 10-minute walk from the train is completely worth it. Astor Bake Shop is a small, many-windowed cafe with cute wooden tables and chairs. An enticing and appetizing display case filled with baked goodies faces… Read more
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No, this review is not about the Junior’s on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn. We tried the Junior’s in Times Square, fitted with ample outdoor/indoor seating that is constantly filled. Why would a New Yorker go to such a place? I’m almost certain we were the only non-tourists in our section, if not the entire restaurant.… Read more
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I decided to start a new blog, yelp: Reviewed. Don’t worry, I won’t neglect Taylor’s Ham. (I know, you’re worried.) I’m fascinated by Yelp. It’s one of the worst websites on the Internet, in my opinion. Whenever I listen to Yelpers’ recommendations, I am sorely disappointed. Thus, yelp: Reviewed came to fruition. On yelp: Reviewed,… Read more
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Milk Burger may not be an original concept, but it delivers a solid burger at an excellent price. Read more
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