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Greenpoint: Anella
If there’s one thing to know about Rookie Chef — we know how to brunch. Known as the “Little Poland” of the borough, Greenpoint boasts a solid restaurant scene with stellar brunch offerings. This week’s stop was around the corner in Greenpoint, Brooklyn at Anella. Labeled a “New American” restaurant, Anella’s current menu features some favorites … Continue reading
The Brooklyn Hangover Cure
It’s not often that I hit the streets of NYC for a night out consuming alcoholic beverages with good friends. But Halloween was a special occasion this year and getting all dressed up (with no work commitments the following day), I was well prepared to party. Modestly. Waking up the next morning, feeling a little … Continue reading
Fresh Start: Greenpoint Farmer’s Market
While most correlate Spring with new beginnings and changes, for me it’s taking place in the Fall. With the start of October comes a new apartment and new neighborhood to explore and I go on my second year living here in the city that never sleeps. Greenpoint, located in northern Brooklyn will be where I … Continue reading
Glorious Gifs: Coffee
There is nothing better than the smell of a just-roasted cup of coffee, especially on those Monday mornings where the struggle is real. Here’s a little pick-me-up for your afternoon, to get you to the weekend. I’ll take a small iced caramel latte to go. All gifs shared via Tumblr. Continue reading
Rookie Chef Round-Up: Brooklyn Coffee Shops
A boost of caffeine (or creativity fuel) is always just around the corner here in New York City. You’re never too far from an incredibly quaint or socially sophisticated coffee shop in the city that never sleeps — probably due in part to the excessive lattes that are flowing through our blood stream. In this … Continue reading
Park Slope: Dizzy’s Diner
A good breakfast/brunch spot is not hard to find in Brooklyn. It seems walking around the neighborhood on any given weekend, casual dining restaurants are opening early to please a mimosa and omelet crowd. I’m not mad about it. I first came to Dizzy’s Diner when visiting my boyfriend’s brother and sister-in-law, who live in … Continue reading
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