Opus 465 is an unpretentious, yet sophisticated restaurant located in the quaint town of Armonk, NY. Chef/Owner Marc Mazzarulli, chose the word “OPUS”, which means a work of art, to symbolize his passionate nature for creative cuisine and desire to translate that passion into a complete dining experience. “465" derives from the address, 465 Main Street.
Chef Marc Mazzarulli’s main objective when opening Opus 465 in 1998 was to offer “something for everyone.” He stays innovative and fresh with his Contemporary American cuisine, adding just a hint of Italian flare from his family background. His dishes are skillfully prepared and artistically presented. Chef Marc is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY.
Opus 465 offers a variety of different atmospheres to accommodate all diners. The main floor has a handsome antique bar imported from England with cozy tables for diners who enjoy the bar ambience or the live music performed Wednesday thru Saturday evenings. Adjacent to the bar is a warm family friendly dining room with walnut wood work and floors, separated by etched glass partitions. The tented outdoor patio is available for dining May thru September. The upstairs is a spacious yet inviting dining room with private alcoves for more intimate dining or for private catered affairs. Press "Blue Button" to see menus and Opus 465 website.
Features Catering Live Music Outdoor Patio Sunday Brunch
Brickyard Bistro is located at 16 Division Street, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Bistro = an intimate, inviting restaurant featuring fabulous food and congenial camaraderie. This definition fits Brickyard Bistro perfectly. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offering great weekend brunches, owners Maha and Billy serve up a wonderful array of dishes that combine American classics infused with flavors reflecting their Mediterranean heritage.
Leisurely start your day at their copper covered counter reading a newspaper and feasting on Eggs Benedict or Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. You can later join friends or make new friends over a lunch of an Angus Burger with a selection of toppings or a Sashimi Tuna Wrap. And don’t forget their unforgettable French Fries. Then, at a table where the mood is set by candle light, savor a dinner of Pumpkin Sage Ravioli, Filet Mignon cooked to your specification, or Pecan Crusted Salmon. And never forget to try their truly special desserts such as Chocolate Polenta Cake or a Pear Tart.
Their brick walled, tile floored interior mixed with warm colors and architectural accents seems to change personalities to accommodate your meal - relaxed and casual in the morning; sun filled and cheerful at lunch; and romantic and warm in the evening. And if you don’t have time to visit, remember all their great food can be delivered in New Rochelle, Pelham, Larchmont and Eastchester. Or stop by to pick up your favorite to take to the office or home. They can accommodate private parties for up to 35 people.
North Star Restaurant is located at 85 Westchester Ave, Pound Ridge, NY 10576, in the hamlet of Scotts Corners, just one minute from the Stamford Connecticut border. A journey to Scotts Corners will bring you back a decade or three to a time when people waved to you from the sidewalk as you traveled down the street.
North Star opened with a mission to serve Westchester and Fairfield Counties with upscale American food in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. They have successfully created a space that has a timeless feel. From the famous quotes painted along the ceiling to the hand stained pine floors, every detail of the decor conveys a feeling of warmth. With their warm and airy décor and innovative, yet hearty, cuisine, North Star succeeds in satisfying an almost impossible list of dining demands.
Appetizers include new takes on traditional favorites. Truffle 'Mac & Cheese' features cheddar and fontina cheese, black truffle and toasted breadcrumbs. Specialties of the house include their signature Soy Glazed Chilean Sea Bass paired with lightly sauteed snow peas and ginger beurre blanc sauce, pan-seared West Coast Halibut, N.Y. Strip Steak, and duck dishes. Live music every Thursday and Sunday night.
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The word is: Wonderfully inventive food paired with excellent wines in a great atmosphere.
The Artist’s Palate, Bistro & Wine Bar, is located at 307 Main Street, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. The concept of The Artist’s Palate is a comfortable, affordable restaurant focused on seasonality. The restaurant showcases the owners' passion for food as well as the talented artists of the Hudson Valley. The Artist’s Palate strives to provide its customers with the freshest local produce and ingredients as possible, while still providing affordable, reasonable prices. Press "Blue Button" for menus and more about the Artist’s Palate Bistro & Wine Bar.
Note: The Artist’s Palate restaurant is within walking distance of Bardavon in Poughkeepsie.
The word is: New York City dining experience in Poughkeepsie. Great food and atmosphere.
Traditions 118 Restaurant is located in Northern Westchester, off of Route 118 in Granite Springs, New York. Press "Blue Button" for menus and website.
Opus 465 is an unpretentious, yet sophisticated restaurant located in the quaint town of Armonk, NY. Chef/Owner Marc Mazzarulli, chose the word “OPUS”, which means a work of art, to symbolize his passionate nature for creative cuisine and desire to translate that passion into a complete dining experience. “465" derives from the address, 465 Main Street.
Chef Marc Mazzarulli’s main objective when opening Opus 465 in 1998 was to offer “something for everyone.” He stays innovative and fresh with his Contemporary American cuisine, adding just a hint of Italian flare from his family background. His dishes are skillfully prepared and artistically presented. Chef Marc is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY.
Opus 465 offers a variety of different atmospheres to accommodate all diners. The main floor has a handsome antique bar imported from England with cozy tables for diners who enjoy the bar ambience or the live music performed Wednesday thru Saturday evenings. Adjacent to the bar is a warm family friendly dining room with walnut wood work and floors, separated by etched glass partitions. The tented outdoor patio is available for dining May thru September. The upstairs is a spacious yet inviting dining room with private alcoves for more intimate dining or for private catered affairs. Press "Blue Button" to see menus and Opus 465 website.
Features Catering Live Music Outdoor Patio Sunday Brunch
Route 22 American Restaurant and Bar, serving eclectic American food, is a restaurant designed to give patrons a sense of what Armonk was like in a different era. Located on Old Route 22 and situated in a former 1930's gas station, Route 22 is a 4,000 square foot restaurant where décor and ambiance are reminiscent of the 1930's.
Bedford Post - The Farmhouse, and Bedford Post - The Barn, are both located at 954 Old Post Road in Bedford, New York 10506. Both restaurants serve New American cuisine, the Farmhouse being more formal than the barn.
The word is: Very expensive . . . small portions . . . check out the reviews on Zagat before booking.
Bedford Post - The Farmhouse, and Bedford Post - The Barn, are both located at 954 Old Post Road in Bedford, New York 10506. Both restaurants serve New American cuisine, the Farmhouse being more formal than the barn.
The word is: Very expensive . . . small portions . . . check out the reviews on Zagat before booking.
Sammy's Downtown Bistro & Bar is located at 124 Pondfield Road, Bronxville, NY 10708. Sammy's Downtown is a neighborhood restaurant offering American continental cuisine in an attractive setting.
Underhills Crossing Restaurant is located at 74.5 Pondfield Road, Bronxville, New York 10708 in Westchester County. "Our seasonally changing menu features American Nouvelle Cuisine with a French flair."
Crabtree's Kittle House Restaurant & Inn, serving New American cuisine, is located at Eleven Kittle Road, Chappaqua, NY 10514 in Westchester County. Crabtree's Kittle House Inn offers 12 guest rooms; the former stables have been transformed into a wine cellar that holds one of the "greatest collections of fine wines on earth".
Monteverde at Oldstone Manor, serving progressive American cuisine, is located at 28 Bear Mountain Bridge Road (Routes 202 and 6 West) Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 in northwest Westchester County. This historic 1760 mansion with sweeping views of the Hudson River has been restored to include a Restaurant, Inn and Spa. Menus change frequently to take advantage of seasonal ingredients. Press "Blue Button" for menus and website.
Features Live Jazz on Friday & Saturday Sunday Brunch Wine garden (weather permitting) Inn & Spa
The word is: "Traditional entrees were expertly prepared. Nothing on the menu was off key." NY Times.
The Half Moon is located at 1 High Street in Dobbs Ferry, Westchester NY 10522. The Half Moon is a casual American Restaurant serving Hudson Valley produce, Montauk seafood, ceviches, raw bar and hamburgers.
The word is: Breathtaking views overlooking the Hudson River.
Halstead Avenue Bistro, serving seasonal Contemporary American cuisine, is located at 123 Halstead Ave, Harrison, NY 10528. Press "Blue Button" for menus and more about Halstead Avenue Bistro.
Blu "a New American Bistro" is located at 100 River Street in Hasting-on-Hudson, NY 10706. Views of the Hudson, outdoor seating, and Jazz two nights a week create a romantic and intimate dining experience. In the winter, Blu offers intimate seating around the warmth of a "fireplace". Press "Blue Button" for Blu menus and reviews.
Comfort, serving Vegan and Organic cuisine, is located at 598 Warburton Ave, Hasting-On-Hudson, NY 10706. Press "Blue Button" for menus, and more about Comfort.
Red Hat on River, billed as a French Bistro also serving New American, is located at One Bridge Street, Irvington-on-Hudson, NY 10533. "Our philosophy is simple: strive for excellence in food and service, use only the finest quality ingredients in our preparations, and create a dining experience that prompts our guests to return again and again."
Features Music 'Live' Waterfront dining overlooking the Hudson River
The word is: Very good food, beautiful restaurant, and fantastic waterfront dining overlooking the Hudson River by The WestchesterRestaurantGuide.com
Deer Park Tavern is located at 40 DeerPark Road, Katonah, NY 10536. Deer Park serves New American cuisine in a casually upscale environment. The kitchen produces a variety of seasonally changing items from Rack of "Natural" Suckling Pig, Sesame Seed Crusted Wild Salmon to Meatloaf. Deer Park Tavern offers outdoor dining and a full bar.Press "Blue Button" for menus.
Plates Restaurant, serving New American cuisine, is located at 121 Myrtle Boulevard, across the street from the train station that was originally constructed as a rest stop for New Haven Line conductors and train engineers at the turn of the century. Press "Blue Button" for menus, photos, and more about Plates Restaurant.
Watercolor Café, serving American Bistro fare, is located at 2094 Boston Post Road in Larchmont, Westchester NY 10538.
The word is: Good bistro fare in nice surroundings with excellent performances of high caliber talent. Check out entertainment calendar on Watercolor's website.
The Flying Pig, serving New American cuisine, is located at 251 Lexington Avenue, Mount Kisco NY 10549. "The Flying Pig is Northern Westchester’s standard bearer for local, natural, farm-to-table foods."
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The word is: Healthy food, attractive restaurant and very good food.
Lexington Square Café is located at 501 Lexington Ave in Mount Kisco, Westchester NY 10549. Lexington Square serves regional American cuisine peppered with European, Asian and Middle Eastern influences.
Brickyard Bistro is located at 16 Division Street, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Bistro = an intimate, inviting restaurant featuring fabulous food and congenial camaraderie. This definition fits Brickyard Bistro perfectly. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offering great weekend brunches, owners Maha and Billy serve up a wonderful array of dishes that combine American classics infused with flavors reflecting their Mediterranean heritage.
Leisurely start your day at their copper covered counter reading a newspaper and feasting on Eggs Benedict or Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. You can later join friends or make new friends over a lunch of an Angus Burger with a selection of toppings or a Sashimi Tuna Wrap. And don’t forget their unforgettable French Fries. Then, at a table where the mood is set by candle light, savor a dinner of Pumpkin Sage Ravioli, Filet Mignon cooked to your specification, or Pecan Crusted Salmon. And never forget to try their truly special desserts such as Chocolate Polenta Cake or a Pear Tart.
Their brick walled, tile floored interior mixed with warm colors and architectural accents seems to change personalities to accommodate your meal - relaxed and casual in the morning; sun filled and cheerful at lunch; and romantic and warm in the evening. And if you don’t have time to visit, remember all their great food can be delivered in New Rochelle, Pelham, Larchmont and Eastchester. Or stop by to pick up your favorite to take to the office or home. They can accommodate private parties for up to 35 people.
The Sterling Inn is located at 1279 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10804. The Sterling Inn now offers a Casual Dining menu. Press "Blue Button" for menus, events, and reviews.
Wobble Café is located at 21 Campwoods Road in Ossining, NY 10562. The Wobble Café is a cozy, comfortable, child friendly neighborhood restaurant. Art exhibits and children's drawings grace the walls, and children play in an inviting (carefully cleaned!) play area among the tables.
12 Grapes Music and Wine Bar, serving New American cuisine, is located at 12 North Division Street in Peekskill, NY 10566. 12 Grapes Restaurant is just one block from The Paramount Center for the Arts.
The Division Street Grill is located at 26 North Division Street, Peekskill, NY 10566. Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Peekskill's Artist District, The Division Street Grill restaurant offers Contemporary American and International Cuisine in a New York Style Setting. Press "Blue Button" for menus, Live Jazz and Events schedule.
The Iron Horse Grill is an intimate, 60 seat restaurant, in the turn of the century Pleasantville, New York train station located at 20 Wheeler Avenue in Pleasantville, Westchester NY 10570. The restaurant has received accolades for its contemporary cuisine including an “Excellent” rating from the New York Times. Press "Blue Button" for menus and excellent reviews.
Blue Hill at Stone Barns is located at 630 Bedford Road in Pocantico Hills, New York 10591. Blue Hill at Stone Barns combines a working farm, restaurant, and educational center in the spectacular surroundings of Pocantico Hills, New York, revitalizing a collection of barns and creating a space that highlights the abundant resources of the Hudson Valley. Press "Blue Button" for menus and more about Blue Hill at Stone Barns.
The word is: Check recent Zagat reviews before making reservations.
North Star Restaurant is located at 85 Westchester Ave, Pound Ridge, NY 10576, in the hamlet of Scotts Corners, just one minute from the Stamford Connecticut border. A journey to Scotts Corners will bring you back a decade or three to a time when people waved to you from the sidewalk as you traveled down the street.
North Star opened with a mission to serve Westchester and Fairfield Counties with upscale American food in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. They have successfully created a space that has a timeless feel. From the famous quotes painted along the ceiling to the hand stained pine floors, every detail of the decor conveys a feeling of warmth. With their warm and airy décor and innovative, yet hearty, cuisine, North Star succeeds in satisfying an almost impossible list of dining demands.
Appetizers include new takes on traditional favorites. Truffle 'Mac & Cheese' features cheddar and fontina cheese, black truffle and toasted breadcrumbs. Specialties of the house include their signature Soy Glazed Chilean Sea Bass paired with lightly sauteed snow peas and ginger beurre blanc sauce, pan-seared West Coast Halibut, N.Y. Strip Steak, and duck dishes. Live music every Thursday and Sunday night.
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The word is: Wonderfully inventive food paired with excellent wines in a great atmosphere.
The Creek is located at 578 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY 10577. Serving New American cuisine at its best, The Creek has received a "Very Good" from the New York Times on 5 reviews. Located in a charming residential area, we are only minutes from the Purchase Performing Arts Center at SUNY College.
Chat American Grill, serving American and New American food, is located at 1 Christie Place, Scarsdale, NY 10583 in Westchester, NY. Chat is a "fun lively restaurant" with large bar area located in Scarsdale's downtown; Chat offers an outdoor terrace and indoor parking.
Meritage Restaurant, serving New American - Italian, is located at 1505 Weaver Street in Scarsdale, Westchester NY 10583. Press "Blue Button" for menus and more about Meritage.
The word is: From small plates to entrees, a great find.
The Pinnacle Restaurants are located in “horse country” at The Somers Pointe Golf Club, 1000 West Hill Drive, Somers, NY 10589 in Westchester County. The Pinnacle's "Ala Carte Restaurant" is an American bistro with a Mediterranean flare. You can also dine in The Pinnacle's "Pub Room". Press "Blue Button" to see menus and "Live Events" schedule at The Pinnacle.
Seasons American Bistro & Lounge, serving New American cuisine, is located at 289 Route 100 in Somers, New York 10589. "At Seasons, we have a tradition-conscious menu with some adaptations to old favorites. Seasons' menu features Plate Creations, an innovative approach to meal design which offers diners a wide array of entreè choices complete with fresh sides of their choice."
An American Bistro serving "American" cuisine, is located at 296 Columbus Ave, Tuckahoe, NY 10707. Press "Blue Button" for menus and more about An American Bistro.
42 is located on the 42nd floor of the Ritz-Carlton Westchester. Press "Blue Button" for photos, menus, and more about 42 at the Ritz-Carlton Westchester.
The word is: "The ambience, service, food, and drinks harmoniously converge to make dining at 42 a magical experience" Best of Westchester 2008
Blue is located at 99 Church Street in White Plains, New York 10601 in Westchester County. "We opened our doors February 11, 2004, standing alone as a NU American Restaurant with an Asian Flair. Our dining room has spacious tables and comfortable banquets in an industrial inspired environment."
Elements Food and Spirits, serving New-American cuisine and International foods, is located at 161 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601. Elements offers a partially-covered rooftop deck that features a full bar, two 50-inch plasma screens and a DJ.
The word is: The food is very good. Enjoy an early meal; if the late night DJ, bar scene, and dancing is your thing - its "Manhattan in White Plains".
SOMA 107 Restaurant and Lounge, serving New American food, is located at 107 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY. Enjoy this upscale and trendy restaurant and lounge; order familiar dishes from the Bar and Lounge menu; or order one of the entrees on the dinner menu.
X2O "Xaviars on the Hudson" is located on the Hudson River in Yonkers, NY. X2O Restaurant is situated on the historic Yonkers Pier, a structure built at the turn of the century and accessible by car, boat or train. Xaviars offer lunch & dinner service seven days a week. The lounge at Xaviars is the ultimate destination to watch amazing sunsets and river traffic.
Reviews include: The New York Times highest rating (Extraordinary), The Mobil Travel Guide Four Star Award, Restaurant News Dining Hall of Fame, Zagat's Survey (29 out of 30). Press "Blue Button" for menus, recipes, and more about X2O.
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The Artist’s Palate, Bistro & Wine Bar, is located at 307 Main Street, Poughkeepsie NY 12601, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. The concept of The Artist’s Palate is a comfortable, affordable restaurant focused on seasonality. The restaurant showcases the owners' passion for food as well as the talented artists of the Hudson Valley. The Artist’s Palate strives to provide its customers with the freshest local produce and ingredients as possible, while still providing affordable, reasonable prices. Press "Blue Button" for menus and more about the Artist’s Palate Bistro & Wine Bar.
Note: The Artist’s Palate restaurant is within walking distance of Bardavon in Poughkeepsie.
The word is: New York City dining experience in Poughkeepsie. Great food and atmosphere.
Bailey's Backyard American Bistro, serving New American cuisine, is located at 23 Bailey Ave, Ridgefield, CT 06877. Bailey's is located in a building that dates back to the turn of the century. Press "Blue Button" to view menus and more about Bailey's Backyard.
The Elms Inn, serving “Yankee Cuisine”, is located at 500 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT 06877. The Elms Inn is a charming 1799 Historic New England Inn located on tree-lined Main Street in beautiful Ridgefield, CT. Set among 3 acres of grounds and gardens, The Elms Inn includes 23 period rooms and suites as well as the four star Elms Restaurant & Tavern.
Dining is available in the dining room; or enjoy the simpler fare of the colonial tavern, or the covered terrace. The Elms Restaurant & Tavern received an “Excellent Rating” from The New York Times. Press "Blue Button" to view menus, reviews and more about The Elms Inn.
Route 22, serving eclectic American food, is located in Stamford, Connecticut. Located in Commerce Park, the 6,000 square foot restaurant's automotive décor and ambiance are reminiscent of the 1930's.
Set on a hilltop overlooking the majestic Hudson River, The Thayer Hotel at West Point is a national historic landmark located in the heart of the Hudson Valley. The majestic, Gothic-style, granite building sits at the south entrance to the U.S. Military Academy, offering dramatic views of the Hudson River and the Hudson Highlands.
With beautiful vistas, 151 luxury guest rooms, 10 meetings rooms, and fine dining, The Thayer Hotel at West Point is an ideal destination for a vacation, business meeting, or elegant wedding. In keeping with the historic architecture, the dining room retains the old world charm with leaded glass windows, chandeliers and portraits of military leaders of the past. During the summer months, the Hudson Terrace offers alfresco dining and views of the Hudson River and historic Constitution Island.
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The Hudson House River Inn offers 11 intimate rooms and 2 suites in an impeccably restored 1832 landmark building. Many intimate rooms have breathtaking views of the Hudson River, some with balconies and some with walkout terraces. The Hudson House River Inn is at the perfect location for you to relax and unwind, located within walking distance from the Metro North Train Station or just a one hour and fifteen minute drive from New York City, arriving at the Hudson House River Inn is stress free.
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The Bird & Bottle Inn is a small country inn located at 1123 Old Albany Post Road in Garrison, NY 10524 in Putnam County. The Bird & Bottle Inn offers a restaurant, serving New American food in an old country inn. Press "Blue Button" for menus, photos, and more about this country inn.
The word is: Adequate restaurant and nice atmosphere at this "old" colonial country inn with fireplaces that add warmth to your stay.
The Valley is our signature, contemporary fine dining restaurant at The Garrison. The Valley restaurant features American Farm to Table Cuisine showcasing products from our own Garrison Farm as well as other farms in the region. Open April thru November, Friday and Saturdays.
The word is: “ . . . phenomenal, country fresh food is tops, service impeccable, space done in fabulous taste, magnificent views of the mountains and river" from Zagat 2007
Freelance Cafe & Wine Bar is located at 506 Piermont Avenue, Piermont, NY 10968, adjacent to Xaviar's in Piermont. Peter Xavier Kelley's restaurants have set the standard for culinary excellence in the suburbs above Manhattan. His restaurants, all located in the Hudson Valley, have been lauded by local and national critics alike.
This more casual sibling of Xaviar's in Piermont is an excellent combination of American Cafe Style, French Bistro and Italian Trattoria. This Art Deco Bistro and Wine Bar offers an exciting menu of small and large plates, allowing diners the possibility of tasting. Specials are offered daily, as well as an ever-changing list of wines by the glass (in addition to our award-winning wine list). Press "Blue Button" for more about dining at Freelance Cafe.
The word is: Before or after dining, enjoy a walk on the Pier at Piermont (the Pier walk closes at 9:00 pm).
Slattery's Landing Restaurant, serving steak and seafood, is located at 5 Roundhouse Road, Piermont, New York, 10968 in Rockland County. Slattery's offers lunch, dinner, and Sunday Brunch in a lovely setting near the banks of the Hudson River.
The word is: Enjoy outdoor dining near the banks of the Hudson River. Before or after you've finished dining, enjoy a walk on the Pier at Piermont (the Pier walk closes at 9:00 pm).
Note: For late night dining: Friday and Saturdays 10:00 am to 2:00 am
Xaviars at Piermont is located at 506 Piermont Avenue, Piermont, NY 10968. Westchester, Rockland, Connecticut and New Jersey have lauded this special Restaurant. The dining experience begins in an intimate room adorned with a profusion of fresh flowers, candlelight, Versace china and Riedel Stemware while each table is graced with a different Baccarat Crystal figurine. Peter Xavier Kelly offers cuisine inspired by his Contemporary American interpretations and a wine list characterized by 750 selections, one of the most comprehensive collections in the world. Press "Blue Button" for more about dining at Xaviars.
The word is: Before or after dining, enjoy a walk on the Pier at Piermont (the Pier walk closes at 9:00 pm).
The Northern Spy Cafe, serving Contemporary American cuisine, is located at Route 213 and Old Route 213, High Falls NY 12440, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley. The Northern Spy Cafe is nestled among waterfalls and apple orchards in the beautiful village of High Falls. The Spy offers guests an inviting comfortable atmosphere to dine and relax.
The word is: Award-Winning International Wine Selections, with over 150 bottles available and 12 wines by the glass nightly.
Beso Restaurant & Bar, serving New American food, is located at 46 Main Street, New Paltz NY 12561, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley. Beso is an intimate neighborhood bistro that provides a Manhattan quality dining experience. Press "Blue Button" for photos, menus, and more about dining at Beso Restaurant.
Harvest Cafe Restaurant & Wine Bar, serving a seasonal New American menu, is located at Water Street Market, 10 Main Street Suite 327, New Paltz NY 12561, Ulster County in the Hudson Valley.
Vegetarian selections are available including a healthy children’s menu. Harvest is one of the Hudson Valley’s premier outdoor dining spots, featuring spectacular views of the Shawangunk Ridge and Wallkill River.
The word is: Seasonal menu made with fresh ingredients from local farmers make this a great place to eat. Be sure to dine on the deck with views of the Shawangunk Ridge.
New American Cuisine
New American Cuisine has its roots in California Cuisine. New American Cuisine, sometimes called Contemporary American, emphasizes a seasonal menu and in some restaurants, a menu that changes daily. New American dishes are influenced and often created depending on the freshest food available. This food is usually provided by local farmers and ranchers and are "in season". Eating a meal prepared with food "in season" also ensures that your meal will be nutritious, since food that has been shipped across the country or the world, loses much of its nutrition.
Another emphasis in New American cooking is to prepare food quickly and efficiently and not "destroy" the natural flavor and ingredients by overcooking. Food are often grilled or quickly steamed.
In summary, New American cuisine uses only fresh ingredients in preparing imaginative and creative dishes. If you can taste the individual ingredients in your dish and your meal looks attractive - you're probably eating New American cuisine.
Basic Elements In New American Cuisine
Uses only the freshest ingredients.
Uses locally grown ingredients whenever possible.
Food is cooked quickly to preserve nutrients. Meats, seafood, and vegetables tend to be grilled over direct, high, heat for short periods.
Recipes are creative. New American chefs are not afraid to mix and combine different types of ingredients such as "adding slices of avocado or some other tasty seasonal ingredient" to your grilled fish or sandwich.
Dishes incorporate the techniques of many cultures including Chinese, Japanese, Italian, French, Mexican and other ethnic styles of preparation.
Even traditional recipes are seldom followed exactly since ingredients may change as the season dictates.
Each dish is prepared "new" each time. A dish is seldom prepared exactly the same way twice.
Fewer ingredients are used. This allows for a fresh and crisp presentation.
Many fruits and vegetables, and some types of seafood, are eaten raw, while many foods are quickly steamed or blanched.
Sauces tend to be simple. Sauces are often made from the juices released while cooking the main dish and may be combined with wine or stock and simply reduced.
Presentation is as important as taste.
Dishes will often use contrasting colors of fresh ingredients, thereby adding to the visual presentation.
The origins of New American Cuisine can be found in California Cuisine
Since California is the leading agricultural state in the nation, over half of the entire nation's fruits and vegetables are grown in California. California is the main producer of many wonderful fruits, vegetables and even nuts including: almonds, artichokes, avocados, dates, figs, kiwi fruit, lima beans, olives, pistachios, pomegranates, prunes, raisins, walnuts, strawberries and much more. California cuisine often includes avocado, artichoke or citrus fruits. Since California has a long coastline, you will also find many fish and seafood dishes served in California Cuisine.
California is also the most populous and ethnically diverse state in the nation. Combine creative and talented chefs, ethic diversity, abundance of fresh produce, and a desire for "healthy" cuisine; and we have the foundations of California Cuisine.
California Cuisine is a style of cooking marked by an interest in "fusion". California Cuisine integrates different cooking styles and ingredients. California's large Asian population has greatly influenced many dishes. Many Chefs have adopted ingredients and spices common to East Asian cuisines, such as bok choy, sesame, ginger, tofu, and curry. As in Asian cooking, California dishes are typically prepared with particularly strong attention to presentation.
Note: Alice Waters is credited with the birth of California Cuisine. In 1971 chef Alice Waters opened her now legendary Chez Panisse restaurant in Berkeley. She was the first restaurateur known to emphasize the cooking styles noted above.
Cooking New American Cuisine
Cooking New American cuisine does not require a set of pre-defined recipes. Chefs often take favorite dishes and exchange ingredients based on seasonal ingredients. You can combine vegetables or spices that you find tasty and define new and wonderful dishes. New American Cuisine is all about reinventing standard recipes or creating new recipes using nutritious and fresh local ingredients.
When preparing New American dishes, many chefs will cook them quickly in order to retain most of the nutrients. Meats, fruits and vegetables tend to be eaten raw or quickly steamed. Meats and seafood are grilled over high heat for a short period of time. To be New American is to be the best combination of different ethnic styles of cooking, local and fresh ingredients combined with a creative touch. New American Cuisine offers a blending of nutritious flavors, textures and aromas presented simply, but beautifully!
Note: Processed food is never used in authentic New American cuisine.
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