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May 11, 2019, 7:28.41 am ET
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
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