07
Jun
Manic Monday
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Weekend recap from start to finish… go!
Note: For the next few months, expect an expanded Manic Monday.
Sometimes a weekend just won’t cut it.
Dinner. Momofuku Fried Chicken.
Wednesday. 7 PM.
I ain’t no chicken when it comes to food. But after testing my limits at Ko, a treat was in order. And what’s better than one brought to you by David Chang. Momofuku Noodle Bar is as minimalist as the rest of the restos, with blonde wood stools and booths ready for the taking. Show some self control and don’t order much before the main event - but if you must, opt for the pork buns, roasted foie gras and cornflake encrusted brisket. And then there was chicken - the southern style infused with old bay seasoning and the less-heavy triple-fried Korean chicken in bibim sauce. Expect pancakes, a bowl of veggies (shisito peppers, baby carrots, red ball radishes, shiso leaves, bibb lettuce, opal basil, Thai basil) and four sauces on the side (hoisin, ginger-scallion, jalapeño-garlic, and bibim).
Use your hands, combine it all, get weird with your bad self. Chang’s personal favorite? Crisp skin from the classic chicken, chunks of meat, bibb lettuce, both kinds of shiso, hoisin sauce, and ginger-scallion sauce. De-lish.
Fried chicken ready w/ @jfsica and crew (@ Momofuku Noodle Bar w/ 3 others) http://4sq.com/1TrOIi via foursquare
Oh me oh me… 4 pieces of #friedchicken left at#MomofukuNoodleBar. Who wants it? @JFSica and I are donzo. D http://tweetphoto.com/25276264 via UberTwitter
Snack. East End Clambake.
Friday. 6:30 PM.
Something about summer screams seafood. And after the long drive from the city, East End Clambake is the perfect pit stop. Stock up on classics like lobster salad, steamed mussels, littleneck clams and calamari. Makes sure to snack on the famous Lobster Roll or Seared Tuna with wasabi mayo. With clients ranging from Sony Music to Oprah, you can’t go wrong. Don’t let the modest appearance fool you - with Captain Phil Gay (and ex commercial clamdigger) at the helm, you’re sure to get the freshest fishes in the sea. If only I could say the same thing about Dune.
Is all of #NYC fleeing the city? #cantbreatheupinhere (@ New York Penn Station w/ 41 others) http://4sq.com/1GoinW
Party. Dune Southhampton.
Everynight. Midnight.
Disclaimer: I am by no means objective.
With friends at the door, dj booth and behind the scenes, Dune Nightclub can feel more like my high school prom than a seasonal hotspot. But that doesn’t mean it’s not one of the best places to head out when heading out East. Located in the former Cain/Jet East space, Dune has managed to mix its old sexy-surfer vibe (though we do miss the old Tarzan ropes) with a new city-chic design that highlights the DJ Booth in the main lounge. And it should. Dune hosts some primetimers like @JusSke, @PeteTong and @DJBerrie and fan favorites like @DJTannerNYC and DJ NickCohen who spun some serious skills this past weekend.
@SchwartzJon and the peeps behind Marquee have slipped some staying power into the booze because despite RDV and Lillypond being on the nightlife radar, Duners stick to what they know. And rumor has it that Jason Derulo and Juliette Lewis may perform in the parking lot this summer. Now thats my kind of party.
schwartzjon Dune T minus 2 hours :) @CaryLonds @ @JFSica @amandaweiner via UberTwitter
Not the same w/ out you RT @JBlasberg @jetsetfarryn how’s the hamp? Hope your holding the club down next week we resume play via UberTwitter
Shop. John Varvatos.
Saturday. Noon.
I’ve gotta keep my men looking sharp. And who better for the job than John Varvatos who recently opened up a 1,800-square-foot boutique in East Hampton. Designed in dark, rustic reclaimed woods with Black-and-white photographs of Elvis Costello and Iggy Pop, the store looks like misfit of the L.E.S. But the good news is that the vintage vinyls, leather chairs, and mid-century lighting are all on sale too. Suit up your NYC apartment and find clean, European-style basics for the beau. In lieu of converse lace-ups, check out Varvatos’ boots, moccasins and oxfords.
Yes boys, you can thank me later.
Play. Around.
Saturday. 2 PM.
Paint. Sun. Music. Happy. (@ Camp Nowhere)http://4sq.com/9zd8d0
via foursquare
Dinner. @BhattiNYC.
Sunday. 8 PM.
No time for #ramen w/ @hsud :(… so I opted for some quick indian instead… Sunday night spice is key (@ Bhatti Indian Grill)
A little spice makes Sundays nice. And after a weekend away, Indian Food (or #ramen) does the trick. Bhatti Indian Grill is a local favorite of mine that features a bhatti, a special lava-stone grill from North India. Chef-owner Gaurav Anand traveled extensively through the northern parts of his native country to learn local recipes and secrets. Bummer I wasn’t invited to tag along. But the trip resulted in a stellar menu with classic, delicious cuisine. An exception is the Gilouti Lamb Kebab, which is specially prepared on a “mahi tawa” griddle and seasoned with a blend of 160 spices. Said to be so tender it doesn’t require chewing, the dish was created in honor of an old king who refused to give up lamb after losing his teeth. Now that’s what I call commitment.
And sleep…
