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    Hudson NY September 2013

    in New York: Dining

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    I am heading up to Hudson NY for a weekend late September. I have never been to this town before and it seems to have allot of interesting restaurants.

    Can someone give me some recommendations.

    I am considering Crimson Sparrow and Fish & Game.

    Thanks,

    Citrus Grill Restaurant

    in New Jersey: Dining

    Posted

    Another article from Second Helpings:

    Out with Citrus Grille, in with St. Eve’s

    Steve Christianson, former chef-owner of the well-known Citrus Grille in Airmont, said today that his new Ho-Ho-Kus restaurant will be named St. Eve’s - a play on his first name.

    Christianson and his wife and business partner, Judi Christianson, had hoped to open in January, but construction delays will likely push it to February or March, they said today. Their 110-seat BYO will feature a communal table and semi-open kitchen with a woodburning grill and rotisserie, dishes made from organic and local ingredients, made-from-scratch root beer and ginger ale, and a “water list” featuring different kinds of still and sparkling water. Christianson has still not decided whether he will serve his signature Citrus Grill dish, pecan chicken.

    Christianson was an original partner with Kevin Kohler at Cafe Panache in Ramsey, but the pair split up and Christianson opened Citrus Grille in 1992. Both chefs earned four stars from The Record, together and apart. Christianson lost his lease for Citrus Grille and closed the restaurant earlier this year.

    Citrus Grill Restaurant

    in New Jersey: Dining

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    From Second Helpings:

    New Steve Christianson restaurant: January 2011

    Steve Christianson, owner of the former Citrus Grille in Airmont, N.Y., is planning to open his new Ho-Ho-Kus restaurant in January 2011, according to his wife, Judi Christianson, who will be the restaurant’s manager. The couple had expected to open in the fall, but were delayed by construction on the 611 N. Maple Avenue building that will be home to their 125-seat BYO. The restaurant will have outdoor space and a private party room, and Judi Christianson said her husband’s menu will be “more innovative” than at Citrus Grille. She said they will not reveal the Ho-Ho-Kus restaurant’s name until closer to the opening.

    Christianson was an original partner with Kevin Kohler at Cafe Panache in Ramsey, but the pair split up and Christianson opened Citrus Grille in 1992. Both chefs earned four stars from The Record, together and apart.

    Sakura Japanese Restaurant

    in New Jersey: Dining

    Posted · Edited by fatcatbrew (log)

    I used to go to Sakana all the time when Doug was the sushi chef. Sakana is at 25 Rockland Plaza in Nanuet. When Doug left to open Wasabi in Nyack, I stopped going there and followed him to Wasabi. I love Wasabi, but it is not very convenient to the Wyckoff area. i'm glad to hear that Sakana is still very good.

    Sakura Japanese Restaurant

    in New Jersey: Dining

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    I was there last night too. The restaurant was decorated nicely and had comfortable seating. Servers wanted to rush us out, and there was a serious language barrier. We managed the rush by only ordering appetizers first and then our mains after we finished eating our apps. All of our food was fresh and nicely presented. The food was good, but certainly not transcendent. I found the fish to be slightly over salted, and the rolls we had were minced fish which I personally do not care for.

    Sakura Japanese Restaurant

    in New Jersey: Dining

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    From Second Helpings:

    Sakura, a Japanese and sushi restaurant from the owners of Sakura in Millburn, have opened a second restaurant in Wyckoff. The large menu includes a la carte sushi and sashimi, sushi boats and several dozen rolls, including the Wyckoff, with tuna, salmon, yellowtail, cucumber and flying fish roe wrapped in white soybean paper.

    Sakura is at 371 Franklin Ave., Wyckoff; 201-848-6988.

    Sakura Japanese Restaurant

    in New Jersey: Dining

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    Let me know what you think of HoHoKus Sushi Cafe.

    I think the sushi restaurant in Ridgewood that you are referring to is Sakura Bana. It has been in Ridgewood for many years and recently closed for renovations. They are now back open and I haven't tried it since. I have heard mixed reviews about it.

    PS At HoHoKus Sushi Cafe, try the tuna taco and the firecracker shrimp.

    Sakura Japanese Restaurant

    in New Jersey: Dining

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    I would definetly recommend Sono. Try it. Remember, BYO. Family owned and run -- dad is the sushi chef, mom is plays the role of the manager, and the daughter is the waitress. I've seen the son around as well. The fish is fresh, and he has some interesting things on the menu. For example, they have a small section on the sushi menu with rolls made without rice. They also have some special rolls, appetizers, etc. There are some nice tuna appetizers (tuna tatake and peppered tuna) as well as a few nice salads (Sono salad and a spicy kani salad).

    I thought I saw booze on the menu at Flirt. Guess I was wrong about that.

    What about some of the places in Ridgewood -- are you familiar with any of those? Have you been to Nagoya?

    I'll have to try Sono. Thanks for the rec. Regarding Ridgewood, I have recently been to Kumo, Gen, and Wild Ginger. Gen was by far the better of the three places. Though I still like HoHoKus Sushi Cafe much better. I didn't like Kumo at all - the fish didn't taste fresh and the rolls were made using minced fish instead of chunks, which I do not care for.

    Allot of my sushi-loving friends like Nagoya - I've been there - They have lots of alternatives for the non-sushi lover too.

    Sakura Japanese Restaurant

    in New Jersey: Dining

    Posted

    Flirt is all about the scene. In my opinion, the food is secondary. They were allot better when they first opened. It is allot of fun, great music and atmosphere and byo at Allendale. Another location in Suffern went in where Wicky Lounge was and serves alcohol.

    We have been going to HoHoKus Sushi Cafe for the last year or so. Small place, traditional decor. They have this amazing tuna taco on their special menu that is something like a ceviche. Their fish is extremely fresh.

    Village Green Restaurant

    in New Jersey: Dining

    Posted · Edited by fatcatbrew (log)

    Now we know where Chef Toufayan will be .....

    Amici, Too, the new restaurant from the owners of Wyckoff's Cafe Amici that's coming to what was once the original Cafe Amici location in Ho-Ho-Kus (get all that?) will be opening later than planned. Late August or early September is the new estimate, chef Arthur Toufayan said. (From Second Helpings)

    Max London's Restaurant - Saratoga

    in New York: Dining

    Posted

    Is Max's open yet? I am heading up to Saratoga the first weekend of November and have 1 free night for dinner out - It's been about two years since I have been in the area. Are there any changes I should be aware of? Last visit, we did Spring Bistro and Chez Sophie. Are these still the best dining choices?

    Newport RI Restaurants

    in New England: Dining

    Posted

    a little place called "Yesterday's The Place."  Yesterday's itself is a good bar and grill type place, but a seperate side room is called "The Place".  They have very eclectic menu choices and have a wonderful wine and beer selection - and I believe they offer flights of each.

    One place my husband and I enjoy visiting is a winery in the area called Sakonnet.  It is about a 20-minute lovely drive from Newport http://www.sakonnetwine.com/  Newport will be quite busy so this may be a nice diversion.

    Have a great trip - Newport is a great town!

    Zeytinia

    in New Jersey: Dining

    Posted · Edited by fatcatbrew (log)

    Just received in the mail current "Clipper Magazine" and on the front page it states "COMING SOON" "Bergen County's Largest Selection of Imported Foods & Groceries"

    Zeytinia will be opening soon at 350 Ramapo Valley Road in Oakland, NJ Their website is http://www.zeytinia.com/Home.html

    Has anyone heard of this chain before or been to one of their locations?

    Need to know whether or not to get excited over this grand opening :-)

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