I'm Sandy. Food fanatic. Aspiring Blogger. Dog mama to a Maltipoo named Saké (yup like the booze). NYC dweller. Wine lover. Saké drinker. Bourbon sipper. I have an unapologetic weakness for Starbucks Caramel Macchiatos (with extra whipped cream please), fluffy doughnuts, and double fried french fries with mayo, never ketchup. I love a perfectly juicy Shake Shack burger when I'm too tired to cook, or a slurp-worthy bowl of ramen, and would never turn down a generous shaving of fresh truffles, one of my favorite splurge worthy indulgences.
People say we eat with our eyes first, and that our visual perception affects our sense of smell and taste... so I hope my food photos will inspire you. Inspire you to feast with your eyes first, and then seek out the foods you enjoy (perhapse even new ones too) and truly savor-every-bite.
SPEAKEASY COCKTAIL LOUNGE · MIDTOWN MANHATTAN City: 150 E 54th St (inside The Hugh at 601 Lexington Ave), New York, NY 10022 SIP WORTHY | NEW YORK CITY There are bars you stumble into, and then there are bars that…
One Michelin Star CHEF YUU SHIMANO | FRENCH · JAPANESE City: Brooklyn, NY. 55 Nassau Ave, Greenpoint, Brooklyn NY 11222 MICHELIN WORTHY | NEW YORK CITY Chef Shimano with the signature duck pie Restaurant YUU Brooklyn is not a…
World’s Best Pastry Chef · James Beard Award CHEF DOMINIQUE ANSEL | FRENCH · TAIWANESE City: 64 University Place (btw 10th & 11th Streets), Greenwich Village, NY 10003 BITE WORTHY | DESSERT WORTHY | NEW YORK CITY There is a…
City: 11 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10010 | Clemente Bar SIP WORTHY | REVIEW | NEW YORK This new upscale vegan bar, tucked away upstairs and brought to you by the Michelin Team behind Eleven Madison Park, continues in…
If you’re in the mood for a spot that serves up fusion Indian with modern twists, that’s not your typical Indian culinary encyclopedia, then check out SONA (means gold in Hindi). The best strategy at SONA is to come with a group, and go family style, This way you can order different dishes to share.
According to Chef Hari Nayak, the dishes at SONA are unique with Eastern sensibilities and a Western outlook. The Indian dishes are seasonal and ingredient-driven, often with an emphasis on flavor and technique while exploring new preparations, and always Indian at heart! Originally opened and partially owned by Priyanka Chopra, the actress has recently parted ways with her business partner Maneesh Goyal.
PHOTOS | SONA
AVOCADO PAPDI CHAAT
Masala Guacamole, Crispy Taro Chips
BENGALI BEET CHOP
Roasted Red Beet Croquettes, Kasundi Mayo SONA
*so unique and unexpected, it was almost like a cake pop consistency… loved it
EVERGREEN CHICKEN TIKKA
Mint & Cilantro Marinated Grilled Chicken, Yogurt Sauce
THECHA PANEER TIKKA
Buffalo Milk Cheese, Spicy Green Chili Mango Chutney (V, GF)
Heirloom Tomato, Onion Puree, Homemade Garam Masala (VG, GF)
TRUFFLE MALAI MUSHROOM
Ricotta, Wild Mushroom Medley
Garlic Naan
LOVER’S QUARREL
Gulab Jamun Tart, Apricot Jam, Grapefruit Caviar Pearls, Lotus Seeds
*Dramatic presentation as the white cone was lit and burned down until it disappeared, revealing the tart. All this in a matter a seconds, so don’t blink, or you’ll miss it! It felt very hunger games like, when Katniss twirled and her dress magically transformed. This is definitely a must try when at SONA.
SPEAKEASY COCKTAIL LOUNGE · MIDTOWN MANHATTAN City: 150 E 54th St (inside The Hugh at 601 Lexington Ave), New York, NY 10022 SIP WORTHY | NEW YORK CITY There are bars you stumble into, and then there are bars that…