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Cafe Triste
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Extremely sexy. Last time I was here a friends band was playing a set and it was packed as ever, but still I fell in love with at least 3 guys in the crowd. Great wine bar in LA - stop over for some Lambrusco after accidentally spending too much at the Eckhaus Latta store nearby (RIP to the James Veloria store).
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Bridges NYC
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Another Chinatown spot that deserves your attention (you also deserve a reservation should they ever have room)! This primarily French/basque dining spot is perfect for an evening that deserves to be celebrated. A little pricy for a standard night, but just right for when you want to wine & dine. Or in my case martini & dine. I should also mention the interior of this spot is gorgeous. Last time I was there, Andy Baraghani was also dining nearby - if only he had sent me over a drink & the rest were history, but alas I left a few martinis deep and alone. You just never know what’s going to happen (or not!) when dining in Chinatown.
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LA
Daichan
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Some of the best Japanese food in LA. I heard about this through Caroline Polachek’s episode of HLG. Obviously ran right over. This is sort of the perfect spot to go on a Thursday night after work with a couple friends. Low stakes & yummy food, also not very expensive.
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LA
Greekman’s
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Went here for dinner to thank my friend Casey for letting me stay at his place. It’s the perfect neighborhood spot - it feels elegant but not at all stuffy. The staff was super friendly and chic. It’s a nice spot if you want something scrumptious but also somewhat light - though I will say the potatoes are worth scarfing down! Have a martini, a little gossip, and some Greek - then call it a night ❤️
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NYC
The Commerce Inn
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Sometimes you just need to dine in the west village and that’s OKAY. If you choose this fate, The Commerce Inn is a lovely choice. Sort of makes you feel like you’re at a small cozy restaurant in the English countryside. Gorgeous wooden interior, soft lighting, quality service. Sometimes I go for a quick martini, but I’ve also gone to share some chicken & pints of beer with friends (gasping when the bill hits the table.)
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7w
Dining
Casa Susanna
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Really chic & cozy restaurant update NY (Leeds to be specific). Just a hop, skip and a jump away from Hudson. Old campground turned into a restaurant with gorgeous interiors & very tasty food. Perfect birthday dinner spot if you happen to be upstate! Also - the name is a nod to the iconic Casa Susanna, for the dolls!!!!
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NYC
Cavalier in Chinatown
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I had the divine chance to dine at Cavalier on their first night open, and it was truly something special! The interior is truly a highlight - I loved the star studded (literally) bar, the silver ceiling. The staff were so great. I had one of the best orange wines I’ve ever had, paired with a liver mousse that slapped. The food was sort of Turkish meets French. If you’re looking for a charming night in Chinatown, Cavalier is the spot and you better go before it’s impossible to get a res.
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NYC
Mary’s Fish Camp
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The other day I was stumbling through the west village on a Friday night without a single reservation… quite foolish of me but if spontaneity cannot exist in nyc, we’ve really missed the mark. Hopelessly I was staring at the sidewalk when I looked up and saw Mary’s Fish Camp, which I had actually added to my want-to-try list. My friend and I got seated in the back waiting area, and I was still charmed! The smoked trout dip was the MAJOR highlight, but truly everything was so yummy & cozy. If you want a relaxed & legitimately tasty evening (with respectable portion size), it’s time to head to Camp.
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