New York – Mind Θver Matter

Peter Luger Steak House Since 1887: Classic German Reverberation One-Star Michelin on Broadway Street.

In the Monday afternoon light, Peter Luger Steak House hums with quiet assurance, a Michelin-awarded institution recognized yearly for its enduring excellence. Founded in 1887 in Williamsburg, New York City, by German-born butcher Peter Luger, the restaurant has become a New York landmark in its own right. Holding one Michelin star from 2006 through 2021, it stands as a rare bridge between old-world craftsmanship and the evolving energy of modern Brooklyn.

Psaraki Greek Restaurant along South Williamsburg Waterfront.

At Psaraki, the air smells faintly of olive oil and sea salt, the kind of scent that makes you want to linger. My Saturday afternoon in the Greek restaurant by the waterfront where located near the South Williamburg Ferry. The music hums low and sea breeze like along the Aegean, bright, effortless, and quietly confident. Here, comfort food doesn’t mean casual. It means care.

Francie NYC: One-Star Michelin Gem at Hardcore of Kings in Williamsburg.

My Wednesday evening at Francie, the Michelin-starred restaurant in Williamsburg, was exactly that: a tasting menu that balanced craftsmanship and warmth with painterly finesse. The one-star Michelin restaurant combines architectural precision with soulful hospitality. Warm lighting, brass fixtures, and oak textures create an ambiance that feels both timeless. Dinner here unfolds like a design study: layered, intentional, and deeply personal.

Le Jardinier NYC: Michelin-Star Urban Oasis Showcasing Exquisite Modern French Cuisine.

The second dinner at Gabriel Kreuther, the two-star Michelin gem at the Grace Building in Midtown. I chose the three-course prix fixe for March 2025, reflecting fondly on my Chef’s Tasting Menu there last July. I even skipped Ai Fiori—consumer rights come first! Earlier this year, in February, I savored another exquisite Chef’s Tasting Menu at Aquavit NYC, tucked inside the Park Avenue Tower, where Scandinavian precision meets modern flair.

Two-Star Michelin Nights & Midtown Luxury: Dinner, Style, and NYC Shopping.

Kaiseki Room by Yamada 紐約日料懷石料理餐廳

Reminder: the location changed; search the chef’s name for the latest news.
提醒：地點已更改；搜尋廚師的名字以獲取最新消息。

Here’s the throwback to my foodie notes:
以下為我的美食筆記回顧：

NYC Michelin – Le Coucou 紐約米其林法餐

Le Coucou is a Michelin-starred French restaurant in downtown Manhattan, co-owned by Chef Daniel Rose and Stephen Starr. The comfortable and tastefully decorated ambiance mirrors a friend’s home, not overly luxurious. Le Coucou’s sister restaurant Verōnika shares similar bar decor. The menu features a cocktail based on Armagnac brandy and delectable French cuisine like oysters with seaweed granité, Maine lobster in pepper sauce, and a delectable raspberry pavlova. The restaurant is popular for family gatherings and romantic dates. The charming neon bird logo adds to its allure.

NYC Michelin – l’abeille in Tribeca 紐約法餐米其林

L’Abeille, a new Michelin-starred French restaurant in Tribeca, Lower Manhattan, offers a traditional industrial setting and a tasting menu of five courses. The restaurant’s elegant interior features a functional wine cabinet and distinctive lighting. The tasting menu includes a cocktail, appetizer, main course, and dessert, with standout dishes like cherry gazpacho, poached Maine lobster, and truffle chocolate ice cream. The neighborhood of Tribeca is known for its industrial architecture, boutiques, and the Tribeca Film Festival. Pier 25, located along the Hudson River, offers beautiful views of New Jersey. The restaurant has quickly gained a good reputation and is recommended for dining.

NYC 5-star Hotel – Baccarat 紐約五星飯店下午茶酒吧餐廳推薦

The Baccarat Hotel, located in Manhattan, showcases the luxurious design and impeccable service it’s renowned for. It features popular afternoon tea with sweet and savory pastries served on fine china and crystal, and a bar offering a wide selection of cocktails and wines. The hotel’s interior design highlights Baccarat’s exquisite crystal craftsmanship, with crystal chandeliers and art collections. The hotel’s iconic hexagonal crystal wine glass from the Harcourt collection reflects the company’s over 200 years of history. Visitors can admire the craftsmanship of the crystal glasses and chandeliers, regardless of accommodation needs, making it a must-see destination.

NYC Korean Michelin – Jungsik 紐約美食韓菜米其林二星餐廳推薦

對韓國料理印象停留在泡菜、部隊鍋、蔘雞湯，直到遇見 Jungsik，完全顛覆我對韓國美食的想法，主廚 Yim Jung Sik在 2011年於紐約 Tribeca創立餐廳，將韓餐以西式手法呈現，並榮獲美食指南米其林二星的肯定。