Food Adventuring Around NYC
Brian Hoffman is a classically trained actor who is now a full-time tour guide, blogger, and food obsessive. He leads food and drink tours around New York City, which not only introduce tour-goers to delicious food, but gives them a historical context. He has written food articles for Gothamist and Midtown Lunch in addition to overseeing this blog and a few food video series, including Eat This, Locals Know, and Around the World in One City. His latest series is an international cooking show with his son which can be found on this site.
My search for the best ice cream in New York continues …. We are in the midst of a very experimental time in ice cream. And I, for one, couldn’t be happier. I’ve always thought ice cream was one of the most diverse dishes in existence. If you can think of a flavor, odds are …
Every week, I document another dish that impressed and satiated me during my food adventures around New York City Hell’s Kitchen doesn’t get the credit it deserves in the food world. While it might not be as authentic and vibrant as Queens, it is chockful of diverse international restaurants. It’s the perfect place to wander …
SADLY, CONEY ISLAND BREWING COMPANY IS NOW CLOSED. Most people only go out to visit Coney Island in the summer. Very few actually see it when only the residents are around in the dead of winter. It’s a very different place. I kind of like it because it’s quiet and nostalgic as the shops and …
Every week, I document another dish that impressed and satiated me during my food adventures around New York City It’s very rare that I get to say “I’ve never tasted anything like this before.” But when I do, it’s so exciting! This happened this past weekend leading up to Valentine’s Day on the Brownstone Brooklyn …
SADLY, GREENPOINT BEER WORKS IS NOW CLOSED. Most New Yorkers have never heard of Greenpoint Beer Works, but oddd are they know the names of the beers that this commerical brewery produces. This is the home of Heartland Brewery’s production facility and also the place where Kelso and Cuzett Libations are made. It has only recently …
My search for the best dumplings in New York continues…. SADLY, 21 SHANGHAI HOUSE IS NOW CLOSED. The new restaurants that open in the heart of Chinatown never get the same amount of press and fanfare as the hot restaurants that open in Brooklyn or Chelsea. So they often slip under-the-radar.
Every week, I document another dish that impressed and satiated me during my food adventures around New York City SADLY, NEW FLUSHING BAKERY IS NOW CLOSED. When I was in Portugal last year, I had at least one (sometimes two) egg tarts a day. It’s just what you did. They were sweet, creamy satisfying yellow …
There used to be a pickle shop on every corner of the Lower East Side and I’m sure our New York ancestors all had their favorites. What’s yours? Old school or new school, choose your favorite NYC pickle below. And if I mssed any, please let me know in the comments.
Every week, I document another dish that impressed and satiated me during my food adventures around New York City I find it very ironic that the best of the four dishes I tasted at Pat LaFrieda Meat Purveyors was one of their vegetarian sides. The meat sandwiches weren’t bad, but none served were as unique …
My search for the best dumplings in New York continues…. For my dumpling reviews, it’s been a while since I’ve ventured much further outside one of this city’s Chinatowns. I especially did not expect to find myself in the Theater District for legitimate dumplings. But that’s exactly where Kung Fu Ramen sits – on Eighth …
Every week, I document another dish that impressed and satiated me during my food adventures around New York City SADLY, MISCELÁNEA IS NOW CLOSED. For most people, it’s not so difficult to find time to eat lunch between 11:30am and 4pm. Unfortunately, I’m not most people. And so I kept missing the sandwiches at the new Mexican …
Come back every Wednesday for another funny, informative video documenting my inept food adventures. NY Craft Cocktail Tour explores the craft cocktail culture of New York from local distilleries to specialty spirit shops to amazing cocktail bars and speakeasies. After a visit to Brooklyn Brewery, the next natural step is to walk a few blocks and …
My search for the best cheesecake in New York continues…. I was not expecting to visit Breads for my official cheesecake search. This is an Israeli-owned bakery known more for their breads, rugelach, and babkas than cakes. But this past summer they celebrated cheesecake month and focused on making a different cheesecake dessert each week. The …
Every week, I document another dish that impressed and satiated me during my food adventures around New York City SADLY, GUN HILL BREWING IS NOW CLOSED. Since this is my third consecutive post about beer and breweries, it seems this week is dedicated to beer. Why not? It’s a good time to be a beer …
I’ve been a fan of Bronx Brewery’s beers since I first tasted their pale ale in 2011. Now they have all grown-up and have a fully functioning brewery in the South Bronx which is open every single day to the public. Great beer, games, and a view of the brewhouse await you.
My search for the best beer in New York continues…. Bronx Brewery is not a brand new brewery. Their beers have been circulating around the city for a few years now. But I think most people would be surprised to learn that it is only recently that they have been making beer in the Bronx.
Every week, I document another dish that impressed and satiated me during my food adventures around New York City Once upon a time I learned it was a Japanese tradition to eat soba noodles on New Year’s Eve. It’s considered good luck and symbolizes the year passing. I always make sure to get my soba fix …
Come back every Wednesday for another funny, informative video documenting my inept food adventures. NYC Food Cart Tour is my exploration of the hard-working vendors feeding NYC’s population every day. Biryani Cart is super famous in Midtown. Since 2004, Meru Sikder has been feeding the lunch crowds in Midtown with his signature kati rolls and spicy …
My search for the best corned beef/pastrami in New York continues…. SADLY, HARRY & IDA’S MEAT AND SUPPLY CO. IS NOW CLOSED. Of all the iconic foods of New York that I have documented, I think corned beef and pastrami is the one that is updated the least. We are immersed in fancy bagel and hot …
Every week, I document another dish that impressed and satiated me during my food adventures around New York City I unequivocally claim that the best barbecue in New York City (and perhaps in the northeast) is at Hometown Bar-B-Que in the hard-to-reach neighborhood of Red Hook. People in the food world have made the pilgrimage …