Need an excuse to check out STK? Midtown’s swanky steakhouse has a new menu. The seasonally influenced additions come from newly appointed Executive Chef Mark Alba, who has won numerous awards and accolades in his 25 years of experience. He is joined by the new General Manager Geno Dew, who most recently was restaurant operations […]
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A New Era for the Old Vinings Inn
Old is new at the Old Vinings Inn. A longtime landmark on Paces Mill Road, the restaurant is beginning a new era, with new management and a new executive chef. It’s an evolution, not a revolution, according to new owner Lee Schulman. Since the transition in mid April the Old Vinings Inn hasn’t missed a […]
Surf & Turf Done Right at Aqua Blue
When restaurants try to do it all, the results can be unpredictable. Rather than focusing on a theme or cuisine, too many different ideas may spread a chef — or the customers — thin. Aqua blue is one of those restaurants that wants to do it all. Luckily for local diners, the results are excellent. […]
The Perfect Marinade for Grilling
Planning on firing up the grill for the 4th of July? Try my simple and delicious marinade that tastes great on lamb or beef. It’s always a hit with my family and friends — I guarantee yours will love it too! Be sure to scroll down for some helpful grilling tips. Here’s what you’ll need: […]
A Family Favorite: Ethiopian Food
It’s one of my family’s most cherished food traditions: sharing a delicious meal at our favorite Ethiopian restaurant in New York City. It started in the early 1990s with my first taste of Ethiopian food in Washington, D.C. and has become a meal my family looks forward to. My sister orders the food, I control […]