East Village Eats

Food & Drink recommendations straight from the East Village, New York City

Russ & Daughters Red Cross Fundraiser

It seems that in the wake of Superstorm Sandy (& the Nor’easter currently bring freakishly cold weather to NYC) the city has really pulled together in support of those that lost their homes & livelihood. Russ & Daughters, quite possibly NYC’s most famous appetizing store, will be hosting a Red Cross fundraiser tonight in conjunction with […]

3rd Annual Turkey Leg Ball

Tickets go on sale for Immaculate Infatuation’s 3rd Annual Turkey Leg Ball this Thursday.  Hosted at Hudson Terrace (the same space as last year) on the west side on November 28th, I’m sure it’ll be a night to remember. Check out Immaculate Infatuation for further information & get your tickets here. Here’s my coverage of the […]

Lower East Side Eats: Culture Nosh

This Thursday (11/8/12, from 7-9pm), the Bowery Culinary Center at Whole Foods Market will be hosting a chef demonstration & tasting to benefit Fourth Arts Block. “The Lower East Side is undoubtedly one of NYC’s top culinary destinations, and Whole Foods Market’s Bowery Culinary Center is providing delicious proof with this benefit class by spotlighting […]

Countdown to East Village Eats Tasting Tour 2012

We’re nearly there!  East Village Eats Tasting Tour2012 (organized by Fourth Arts Block, I am in no way affiliated) starts in less than 3 hours!!! “Treat yourself to a tasty smattering of eclectic cultural cuisines during FABnyc’s annual East Village Eats Tasting Tour. Explore block after block of downtown’s most delightful eateries, noshing on bites […]

Feast Of San Gennaro Recap

I realize that this is a bit of old news, but I felt the need to write about this year’s Feast Of San Gennaro which took place on Mulberry Street in little Italy.  In it’s 86th year, the event lasts 11 days & is a celebration of the patron saint of Naples.  I went during […]

East Village Eats Tasting Tour 2012

Fourth Arts Block has set the date for this year’s East Village Eats Tasting Tour. Mark your calendars; Saturday October 27th. If the past 2 years (here & here) are any indication, we’re in for a good time!  More info to follow as it becomes available. Update: Discounted tickets available from Time Out Offers

Amateur Chili Cook-Off

East Village’s Jimmy’s #43 will be hosting an amateur chili cook-off with Lucky 777 Chili. When: October 14th 1-3pm Where: Jimmy’s No. 43, 43 East 7th St. at 2nd Avenue For $20, you can get unlimited tastes of the competing chili with cornbread and vote your favorite. All proceeds from this event go to God’s […]

Fried Chicken Invasion At Goat Town

Goat town will be open on Labor Day (Monday Sept 3rd) and are serving up a 3 course fried chicken meal for $35. Further Goat Town coverage here. Goat Town: 511 East 5th Street between Avenue A & B

Tompkins Square Greenmarket Iron Chef

I received an email a few days ago that Veselka Bowery will be taking on Hearth Restaurant & Terroir Wine Bar in a local version of Food Network’s popular Iron Chef. As per the release: Greenmarket proudly presents Tompkins Square Greenmarket Iron Chef: Veselka Bowery versus Hearth Restaurant / Terroir Wine Bar. Come see two culinary cornerstones […]

LES Block Party Tomorrow!

Orchard Street between Houston St. & Delancy is converting into a massive block party tomorrow June 3rd from 12-5pm.  Food & goods from local vendors, ping pong & a live DJ.  Should be fun…

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