DISH OF THE WEEK in New York: Hot Cakes at ÁNIMO!
THE PLACE: It’s always thrilling when a true gem opens in an under-served neighborhood. Aside from PJ Clarke’s, some good lunch options and a few Japanese dens, I can’t say there’s a whole lot to bring me to the East 50’s. Ánimo! announces itself with an exclamation point and for good reason – this place …