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May 21, 2012
GoogaMooga: The Recap
There is no denying that Saturday's GoogaMooga was a mess. Lines poured into one another and waits topped over an hour. Beer cards were sold and then couldn't be redeemed. Food and drink ran out. All in all, it was not a good scene. But did you really expect anything different? This was a first run ... More >>
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May 21, 2012
GoogaMooga: A Photo Essay
A few photos from this weekend's giant food event, The Great GoogaMooga. Read a full recap here.
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May 19, 2012
5 Fake Updates from GoogaMooga
It's day 1 of GoogaMooga, Brooklyn's big food-meets-music fest this weekend. I am not there, though our correspondent Lauren Bloomberg is in the field and I look forward to hearing about her adventures. Meanwhile, here are five quick updates from @MoogaShmooga, the unofficial GoogaMooga parody feed: ... More >>
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May 11, 2012
This Week's Specials: Soba, Hot Dogs, and James Beard
What we've been up to at Fork in the Road this week: Robert Sietsema gives us the verdict on the best soba in NYC. He talks up Lower East Side Corcoron and throws in a mention for the East Village-based SobaKoh: "Soba are often eaten cold with a soy-based dipping sauce. The noodles feel cool on the ... More >>
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May 8, 2012
A Few Words With Some James Beard Award Winners
The James Beard Awards, a night when chefs and media collide at Lincoln Center to hobnob in crowded press rooms then drunkenly spill beer on each other at the after parties -- this is the only time of the year you'll see straight-laced restaurants like Eleven Madison Park and Gramercy Tavern swap am ... More >>
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May 4, 2012
This Week's Specials: Kosher Cuisine and Watermelons
What we've been up to at Fork in the Road this week: Lauren Bloomberg interviews Kutsher's Tribeca's Zach Kutsher, who talks about kosher cuisine and smelly cow feet. Robert Sietsema heads over to Ozone Park and reviews the dim sum over at Genting Palace. We rounded up five creative Cinco de ... More >>
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April 26, 2012
Our 10 Favorite Far Downtown Restaurants
It's generally agreed that the area below Chambers Street is a food no-man's-land. However, take a closer look and you'll find a number of options that don't just fill a void, but are top-notch. We've rounded up our 10 favorites, and lumped Battery Park City and the Financial District together, for ... More >>
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April 6, 2012
This Week's Specials: 10 Best Chicken Dishes, Kosher Wine
See what we've been up to at Fork in the Road this week: We present our top 10 chicken choices in NYC. An Easter treat: Robert Sietsema gives a rundown of the history of hot cross buns. He also tests out BBQue's Smoke Shack's chicken and waffle sandwich. We talk to Dale Talde about his forthc ... More >>
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March 23, 2012
This Week's Specials: 10 Best West Village Restaurants, Pizza Challenge
See what we've been up to at Fork in the Road this week: Robert Sietsema updates his 10 best West Village restaurants list for 2012. He also throws out a challenge to distinguish among Naples-style pizzas in New York, San Francisco, and Naples itself. Check out the quiz. Lauren Bloomberg tells ... More >>
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February 24, 2012
This Week's Specials: Blue Bottle Temple, Borscht Ice Cream
What we've been up to at Fork in the Road this week: Robert Sietsema checked out the new Blue Bottle Coffee spot in Chelsea: "The baristas stand like priests, doing their pour-overs like it was holy water. The reverence in the air is palpable." Lauren Shockey talked with Shea Gallante about how It ... More >>
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February 24, 2012
Kutsher's Tribeca's Oscar Cocktail "The Artist"
The drink: The ArtistThe bar: Kutsher's Tribeca The price: $13The ingredients: White moonshine whiskey, house-made lemon bitters, house-made sour mix, and a smoked lemon sugar rim
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February 10, 2012
This Week's Specials: Ten Best, VDay Edition; Pulqueria Cocktails
What we've been up to at Fork in the Road this week: Lauren Shockey chooses the 10 best restaurants for a Valentine's Day date, and asks Jonathan Waxman for his VDay picks. Lauren Bloomberg shows the advantages of being a homebody on Valentine's Day and plans some takeout feasts. Robert Sietsema com ... More >>
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January 31, 2012
Fork in the Road's Favorite Breakfasts in New York City
WordRidden / FlickrIt's time for Tuesday Toasts, our weekly feature highlighting the Fork in the Road team's favorite versions of popular dishes and favorite spots in the city for a given activity. They might not be the best or the coolest or the newest, but instead represent the things and p ... More >>
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January 25, 2012
Chilaquiles Migrate North to New York Menus
Lauren BloombergDon't you want to bathe in El Parador's cheesy crock of chilaquiles?Belgium boasts its waffles. Japan's sushi customs have spread the world over, and French fries are in every happy meal across the globe. So, what foodstuff to we credit Mexico with exporting? You could say it's ta ... More >>
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January 20, 2012
This Week's Specials: Soused Scribes and Savory Sichuan
Totally tofu...Fork in the Road sticks its nose in a book with this week's Literary Lushes: Our 10 Favorite Book (and Play)-Writing Boozers. Robert Sietsema samples Upper East Side sichuan in his review of Land of Plenty. Lauren Shockey snacks on mozzarella sticks in her review of SoHo ho ... More >>
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January 14, 2012
This Week's Specials: New York's Best Ramen and Soda Robots
Hungry for great food writing this weekend? Then check out some of Fork in the Road's top stories from the past week. And make sure to come back later for more news! Bon appétit! Robert Sietsema slurps noodle soups in this week's listing: NYC's 10 Best Bowls of Ramen. Lauren Shockey talk ... More >>
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January 13, 2012
Manhattan McDonald's Gets Soda Vending Machine
Lauren BloombergEnough soda options to give you an anxiety attack. Or a sugar high.If you happen to be strolling into the Fulton Street McDonald's late at night (because that's the only time you eat fast food right?), you may be shocked to discover that the soda fountain is missing. It isn't your ... More >>
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January 10, 2012
Fork in the Road's Favorite Hummus in NYC
It's time for Tuesday Toasts, our weekly feature highlighting the Fork in the Road team's favorite versions of popular dishes and favorite spots in the city for a given activity. They might not be the best or the coolest or the newest, but instead represent the things and places that are near and de ... More >>
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January 6, 2012
This Week's Specials: Rude Waiters and Hot Dogs
And now, a look back at what was on the menu here at Fork in the Road this week. Lauren Shockey channels the cheap with her listing: the 10 Best $10-and-Under Dishes of 2011. Robert Sietsema has few kvetches about Tribeca newcomer Kutsher's, which serves up splendid Jewish-American cuisine.
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January 5, 2012
Jalapeno Poppers Pop-Up on Downtown Menus
Lauren BloombergThere's molten cheese hidden inside of these babies.Spicy, cheesy, fried. Jalapeno poppers are pretty much one of the most perfect snack foods. They're as ideal for noshing in front of the television as they are for serving as a cocktail party bite. But, aside from TGI Fridays and ... More >>
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January 3, 2012
Fork in the Road's Favorite Food Trucks
It's time for Tuesday Toasts, our weekly feature highlighting the Fork in the Road team's favorite versions of popular dishes and favorite spots in the city for a given activity. They might not be the best or the coolest or the newest, but instead represent the things and places that are near and de ... More >>
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December 30, 2011
This Week's Specials: Perfect Pork and Poisonous-Tasting Booze
And now, a look back at what was on the menu here at Fork in the Road this week. Robert Sietsema warmly welcomes 2012 with a look back at the 11 Most Astonishing Dishes of 2011. Lauren Shockey samples the small plates at Greenpoint newcomer Calyer and finds the tapas-style eatery passes her tas ... More >>
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December 28, 2011
More New Year's Eve Eats
If your New Year's Eve plans call for a classy meal and calm glass of champagne more than falling asleep with vomit caked in your hair, consider checking out these swanky scenes. Just remember to call ahead for reservations, and also be sure to look at Lauren Bloomberg's useful NYE guides to inte ... More >>
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December 24, 2011
Handy Guide to FiTR Xmas Coverage, Including Last-Minute Gift Suggestions
This year, Fork in the Road pulled out all the stops in our Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa coverage, given you hints on where to shop, what gifts to buy, and examining holiday rituals from a cynical point of view. Here is a guide to our coverage, in case you haven't had enough of the holidays al ... More >>
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December 23, 2011
Pig in a Box, Gift Suggestion #15
Lauren BloombergHam: The gift that keeps on giving.We've practically force fed you gift ideas this year (including this and this) but if you haven't gotten off the couch you're pretty much S.O.L. Unless, that is, the one you love would rather get a hunk of expensive meat than a chunk of pricey je ... More >>
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December 23, 2011
This Week's Specials: Holy Eats, Greeks, and Pizza
And now, a look back at what was on the menu here at Fork in the Road this week. Lauren ShockeySausage fest! Just in time for the holidays, FitR gets Sunday-schooled in this week's roundup: Our Top 10 Food Moments in the Bible. Robert Sietsema goes Greek in his review of Gregory's 26 Corn ... More >>
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December 20, 2011
Fork in the Road's Favorite Hot Dogs in New York City
Dinnercraft / FlickrIt's time for Tuesday Toasts, our weekly feature highlighting the Fork in the Road team's favorite versions of popular dishes and favorite spots in the city for a given activity. They might not be the best or the coolest or the newest, but instead represent the things and ... More >>
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December 16, 2011
This Week's Specials: Clammy Sammies
And now, a look back at what was on the menu here at Fork in the Road this week.Balls on buns, at the Union Square Holiday Market. Lauren Shockey satisfies her yearning for yuletide eats with this week's listing -- Our 10 Best Things to Eat at the Union Square Holiday Market. Robert Sietse ... More >>
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December 15, 2011
Empellon Soon to Be the Shuck Shack
Lauren BloombergSoon to be filled with the roar of slurping. In the almost year that it's been open, Alex Stupak and Lauren Resler's Empellon has really grown into its shoes. The tacos that fly out of the kitchen increasingly come in more interesting combinations--see: sweetbreads with maitak ... More >>
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December 13, 2011
Fork in the Road's Favorite Tapas in New York City
Joe Snack/Flickr It's time for Tuesday Toasts, our weekly feature highlighting the Fork in the Road team's favorite versions of popular dishes and favorite spots in the city for a given activity. They might not be the best or the coolest or the newest, but instead represent the things and pla ... More >>
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December 9, 2011
This Week's Specials: Booze, Brains, and Balls
And now, a look back at what was on the menu here at Fork in the Road this week. Use your noggin. Robert Sietsema slurps stews in this week's 10 Best Soups in NYC. From borscht to matzo balls, he offers up the city's tastiest picks. Lauren Shockey tells you what kind of booze to buy in her h ... More >>
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December 6, 2011
Fork in the Road's Favorite Dim Sum Spots in New York City
Missmeng / FlickrIt's time for Tuesday Toasts, our weekly feature highlighting the Fork in the Road team's favorite versions of popular dishes and favorite spots in the city for a given activity. They might not be the best or the coolest or the newest, but instead represent the things and pla ... More >>
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December 6, 2011
Eggnog the Artisanal Way? Ronnybrook Farm Is Happy to Coat Your Lips
Lauren BloombergA bottle of the seasonTraditionally, the holiday season starts on Black Friday -- a/k/a the day that crazed shoppers brave getting pepper sprayed and/or trampled in the midst of retail madness. However, there are other (read: more sensible) signifiers that Santa Claus is comin ... More >>
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December 2, 2011
This Week's Specials: UES Dining and Grease!
And now, a look back at what was on the menu here at Fork in the Road this week. Should come with a warning label. Lauren Shockey heads uptown, and scouts the 10 best Upper East Side eats.
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November 30, 2011
Langos Will Fry You in a Good Hungarian Way
Lauren BloombergA handful of Budapest Everything is better fried. Case in point...cheese. Sure, it's one of the most amazing foods, well, ever. Now dip it in a little batter and fry it--voila! A crisp crust yielding to oozing, molten curds. Brilliant. Now, for a little pop quiz: What's bette ... More >>
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November 17, 2011
Eton Chan's Dumplings Find a New Home in Your Fridge
Lauren BloombergThe Essex House in your freezer? You may have noticed a new brand lurking in the freezer section of your local Brooklyn Key Food, Met, or Associated Supermarket. There, amidst the Mrs. T's pierogies and Lean Cuisine meals, is a boutique brand of dumplings. One that you may wan ... More >>
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November 11, 2011
This Week's Specials: Working 23rd Street, Fancy Champy, Tourtières
And now, a look back at what was on the menu here at Fork in the Road this week.Poppin' champagne like we won a championshipLauren Shockey found the most mouthwatering picks that 23rd Street has to offer. Don't let the thoroughfare's bad dining rep fool you: Shockey's lineup includes ta ... More >>
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November 10, 2011
Thanksgiving Sandwiches Put Your Holiday Between Bread
Lauren BloombergLenny's: Where the Pilgrims went for takeout? Sure, Thanksgiving is awesome. There's turkey, stuffing, and all sorts of delicious sides, but what's even better than a commemorative feast? The day-after sandwiches. Thanksgiving sandwiches are one of the best parts of the holid ... More >>
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November 8, 2011
Brooklyn Ice House: For the Cheap in You
Lauren BloombergRed Hook sliders bourbon No, Red Hook is not the most convenient place to trek just for a beer. Mayor Bloomberg: I think they need a subway already, at least to make it easier to get to Ikea. However, if you're looking to spend an hour or two off the grid, nursing a beer, ... More >>
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November 3, 2011
Fairway Comes to Queens on November 16
Lauren BloombergPlease cheese. Queens will dairy up like this Stamford locale. Queens county is growing into a major culinary player. It has its own BBQ house (LIC's John Brown Smokehouse), a lauded fusion restaurant (Sunnyside's Salt & Fat), and now...it's own Fairway Market.
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November 2, 2011
Make Alex Stupak's Goat Barbacoa
Lauren BloombergAlex Stupak (center) has some notions about the billy. Goat is pretty popular right now. It's present in plenty of restaurant menus, but what about preparing the meat in your own kitchen? We asked Empellon's Alex Stupak about bringing goat into the home, and he came back with ... More >>
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November 1, 2011
Earl's Court Courts the Financial District
Lauren BloombergYour order in the court? The food court trend seems to be underway (see: FoodParc, the Plaza Food Hall), and now it's made its way to the Financial District. Enter Earl's Court, which opened Monday, a John Street mess hall with seven branded vendors, including Earl of Sandwich ... More >>
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October 27, 2011
Anchovies: Now Seeking a Bigger Part in Your Life
Lauren BloombergFist o' fishies Upscale tacos, artisanal kimchi, and brick-oven pizza are typical items at the plethora of weekend outdoor markets, but anchovies? Now that's a little more unusual.
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October 26, 2011
The New York City Marathon Helps You Eat Italian
Lauren BloombergA little something from Osteria Morini to propel you over the Verrazano Narrows Bridge. The New York City Marathon is coming up in just 10 short days. You know what that means? There's going to be a lot of pasta eating in this city. Nothing sets you up better for a big race th ... More >>
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October 25, 2011
Foie Gras Is Loving Itself Some NYC
Lauren BloombergSurf and turf? David Burke Kitchen's oysters with foie gras. While Californians are getting ready to remove the foie gras from their menus, here in New York there's no better time to dig into the delicacy. Not just available at big-ticket houses of haute cuisine anymore, the h ... More >>
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October 24, 2011
Sandwich Spinoffs: Restaurants Spread Their Sammies
Lauren BloombergTribeca gets a mouthful at Pane Panelle. First, there was speculation that the owners of Torrisi Italian Specialties would take over the vacant space next door. Then it was announced last spring that they would indeed turn the adjacent spot into a second location: A spin-off o ... More >>
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October 20, 2011
Jane's Sweet Buns Boozes Up Your Pastries
Lauren BloombergNo swizzle stick necessary. Jane Danger, the owner of Jane's Sweet Buns, is not one of those women who grew up at the hem of her grandmother's apron begging for a chance to get her hands on the dough. Her experience is behind the bar (her last gig was at Cienfuegos, and her ... More >>
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October 19, 2011
The Poffertjes Man Helps Us Go Dutch
Lauren BloombergFollow the powdered sugar. We've seen just about everything turn up at the duo of South Street Seaport markets (the New Amsterdam Market and Fulton Street Market), from hand-held pies to draft-pulled kombucha. But it's always exciting to stumble across something we've never se ... More >>

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