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May 11, 2019, 7:28.41 am ET

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Photo: Momofuku Ssäm Bar

KING CRAB FEST

Momofuku Ssäm Bar is launching its King Crab Fest for groups of 4-6 people Monday through Wednesday. Chef Max Ng is offering crab three ways. The first course features whole king crab legs poached in shio kombu butter, grilled and split just before arriving at the table. The second course features the king crab body, which is steamed, batter-fried until crispy and coated with a salted duck yolk sauce, fresno chilis and lightly fried fresh curry leaves. For the third course, Max cooks the knuckles and claws in a re-creation of his Grandma's secret Kuala Lumpur-style hokkien noodles with Napa cabbage, enoki mushrooms and Chinese broccoli. Reservations available on resy. more

Photo: Monarch Rooftop & Lounge

UP ON THE ROOF

Monarch Rooftop & Indoor Lounge is gearing up for the Summer season with a new cocktail menu that is infused with fresh fruits and vegetables, and a new light bites menu. To celebrate, they are hosting a Rosé All Day Party on Friday May 17th starting at 4pm. Rosé and Frosé specials will be available until 10pm. Reservations are recommended. more

Photo: Loreley Restaurant

HALFWAY TO OKTOBERFEST

Loreley Restaurant and Beer Garden is getting an early start on Oktoberfest this year with two Halfway to Oktoberfest parties on May 11 and 18. Get in the spirit with a ceremonial keg tapping of Hofbrau MaiBock at 12pm, complimentary pig roast at 2pm, $15 liter steins from 10am-12pm, and $2 off select draft beers. Probst! more

Photo: The Williamsburg Hotel

ROOFTOP YOGA

Starting on Tuesday, May 28, The Rooftop + Pool at The Williamsburg Hotel will host morning yoga classes in collaboration with SYNCSTUDIO, a local boutique fitness studio. Classes will be held from Monday - Friday from 7am-8am and Saturday-Sunday from 8am-9am (mats provided; guests can contact reserve@thewilliamsburghotel.com to secure a spot). more

Photo: Sushi Ginza Onodera

SAKE PAIRING

Sushi Ginza Onodera is hosting a special sake pairing dinner featuring three breweries and special guests from Japan on May 14. The two Michelin-starred restaurant will feature 15 courses including the restaurant’s signature edomae-style sushi. Sake Sommelier Yuki Minakawa will pair sakes from three prestigious breweries; Tomita brewery in Shiga (founded in 1540), Marumoto brewery in Okayama(est. 1867) and Nakao brewery in Hiroshima (est. 1871). Representatives will introduce their sakes and answer questions. Attendees will also receive a special Joto Sake cup to take home as a souvenir. Dinner with pairings is $450 per person. more

Photo: Fish Cheeks

JUST CHEEKY

Fish Cheeks, the vibrant Thai restaurant in NoHo, is launching a new Spring and Summer menu with fresh takes on Thai staples. Look for dishes like Crab Aob Woonsen (baked crab tossed with vermicelli noodles, pork belly, cilantro roots and celery leaves); Manila Clams (wok-fried with scallions, roasted chili jam, sweet basil and garlic); and Whole Fried Fish (served in a Bangkok-style sour orange curry with fingerroot ginger, Napa cabbage, sunflower sprouts and morning glory). Cocktails include the Passion Trip with Pimm’s Cucumber, passion fruit puree, honey, lemon juice and a housemade bird’s eye chili tincture. more


Photo: Atlas Kitchen

FOR MOM


Spice things up for mom at Atlas Kitchen which is offering a Mother's Day three-course prix fixe. It includes Lotus Leaf Chicken with Sticky Rice (aka Lo Mai Gai), Ground Pork Mineral Water Rice Noodle with fried egg, baby Chinese cabbage; and Crab Tofu Soup. more


Photo: Kirsh Bakery & Kitchen

Kirsh Bakery & Kitchen is celebrating mom with brunch with their open-faced French toast dishes served on house made milk bread. Options include Mascarpone Cream & Mixed Berry as well as Cinnamon & Pear, and Banana, Caramel & Walnut if mom has a sweet tooth. The restaurant is also kid friendly. more

Need other restaurant ideas? We've got nearly 10,000 to choose from. And a very happy Mother's Day all of the moms out there. have a great one! You deserve it.

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