Do you want to host Thanksgiving dinner but don’t know where to start? Learn all the techniques and inside scoop on preparing a Thanksgiving feast with a class or two at the Institute of Culinary Education. Modern Thanksgiving side dishes, essentials and a “Make-and-Take” Thanksgiving Pie Workshop are just of a few of tricks you’ll master at the holiday-themed classes.
Institute of Culinary Education, Brookfield Place, 225 Liberty Street http://recreational.ice.edu/Calendar
November 3rd 6-8:30
Back for its 13th year, “Taste of T” is New York’s premiere food/design event which celebrates impeccably furnished spaces with outstanding gourmet cuisin. Watch culinary greats whip up delectable delights and sample their savory creations as you tour luxury, kitchen, bath and home furnishing showrooms.
Architects & Designers Building, 150 East 58th Street more info and tickets @http://tasteoft.com
Did you tell Aunt Mary that you were bringing the pies for Thanksgiving dinner? Forget those long nights slaving away in the oven and head on over to Grand Central Terminal. On Wednesday November 23rd (the day before Thanksgiving) Grand Central dessert shops and bakeries will be selling their delicious desserts on the Taxi Stand (at Vanderbilt Ave. and E. 43rd Street). Customers can contact shops in advance to pre-order and pick up. We promise not to tell Aunt Mary that your sumptuous pumpkin pie filling didn’t come out of a can!
Whether you’ve spent your morning winding your way through some of Chelsea’s art galleries, walked from one end of the High Line to other or have taken in the beautiful architecture of the historic district, you’re sure to find yourself hungry at some point. Here are some good local favorites.
Tipsy Parson, 156 9th Ave. (between 19th and 20th) http://www.tipsyparson.com
This cozy spot on Ninth Ave. offers a unique take on Southern comfort food. Low country favorites like shrimp & grits, mac & cheese and flaky buttermilk biscuits.
Cookshop, 156 10th Ave. (at 20th Street) http://cookshopny.com
This restaurant creates a welcoming home-like atmosphere, with large glass windows and big banquettes serves a menu of American and Mediterranean comfort food.
Trestle On Tenth, 242 10th Ave. (at 24th Street) http://www.trestleontenth.com
This Swiss-inspired restaurant is perfect for a cold Autumn day, with lots of pork, cheese and flavor; it is hard to have a light meal, but you won’t regret it!
Socarrat, 259 West 19th Street http://www.socarratnyc.com
Named for the flavor-packed crust that forms on the bottom of the paella pan, this place embraces Spanish culinary traditions. The paella is a must! go for the Socarrat version, a mix of chicken, beef, shrimp mussels, clams and green beans.
Blossom, 187 9th Ave. (at 21st Street) http://www.blossomnyc.com
One of the city’s rare vegan fine dining spots, Blossom does such amazing things with vegetables that you won’t miss the meat (or dairy).
The Red Cat, 227 Tenth Ave. http://www.theredcat.com/index.php
Perfect place for lunch before or after the galleries with delicious American fare and a warm inviting setting.
Del Posto, 85 10th Avenue http://www.delposto.com
The ambiance of European luxury, palette-enlightening cuisine, wonderful service and a world-renowned wine list make this an Italian dining experience like no other. Simply delicious!