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.
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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.
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.
Mechanical Physics: Ferrari & Formula One – Hybrid Turbocharged Architectures.
Formula One power units exemplify the integration of electromechanical systems, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics. Over three decades, engine design evolved by purely mechanical high-revving naturally aspirated units to hybrid turbocharged architectures.
Homemade Gourmet: Fruit Tartare, Protein Pancakes, and Roast Chicken.
In March, I dedicated my kitchen to crafting a variety of dishes entirely from scratch, exploring flavors and textures with care.
Brunch with Hermès & Bernardaud – Organic Essence, Art of Palate Design in Rhombus Composition.
Elevate my brunch experience with the Design in Rhombus Composition, a collaboration featuring Hermès and Bernardaud. This thoughtfully curated brunch tray set showcases the beauty of all-organic ingredients, combining a creamy apple smoothie with a vibrant mix of fresh fruits, nuts, shredded coconut, pumpkin seeds, and a hint of cocoa for a nourishing start.
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.
Mind Θver Matter 