# leisurelyapp.co > AI-optimized mirror of leisurelyapp.co containing 50 pages totalling 31,188 words of clean markdown content, structured data, and semantic HTML. Original source: https://leisurelyapp.co/. Last updated: 2026-06-13T19:59:28.236Z. Each page is available as HTML (with JSON-LD structured data) and Markdown (text-only, ideal for LLMs and RAG). ## Homepage - [Book unique culinary experiences from NYC's top chefs, mixologists, and restaurateurs](/content/site-root.html): Book unique culinary experiences from NYC's best restaurants led by NYC's top chefs., Book unique culinary experiences from NYC's best restaurants led by NYC's top chefs. (95 words) ## Articles & Blog Posts - [events/index.html](/content/events/index.html) (1 words) - [Holiday Gift Guide](/content/blog/2021/11/8/holiday-gift-guide/index.html): we made it through one week of daylight savings, which means the Holidays are quickly approaching. For those of us who need a little gift buying inspiration… we created a list of a few of our favorite items this year for Leisurely food & drink lovers. we’ve been told to order early this y, (246 words) - [blog/index.html](/content/blog/index.html) (1 words) - [Get To Know A Bar Consultant: Andrea Meriwether](/content/blog/2020/7/12/andrea-meriweather/index.html): Andrea Meriwether, Founder of BarWare Concepts Photo: Courtesy Andrea Meriwether., Andrea Meriwether, Founder of BarWare Concepts Photo: Courtesy Andrea Meriwether. (1,109 words) - [What Happens When You Make Mexico With Your Own Hands](/content/blog/2026/3/12/what-happens-when-you-make-mexico-with-your-own-hands.html): A Conversation With Chef Luis Arce Mota of La Contenta Oeste, A Conversation With Chef Luis Arce Mota of La Contenta Oeste (1,713 words) - [For Fans Of...Bar Sardine](/content/blog/2020/8/11/for-fans-ofbar-sardine/index.html): Credit: @Barsardinenyc/Instagram, Credit: @Barsardinenyc/Instagram (1,226 words) - [Eat This Immediately: The Cinnamon Bun at Harris Bakes](/content/blog/2020/8/16/eat-this-immediately-the-cinnamon-bun-at-harris-bakes.html): Harris Bakes is home to NYC’s best cinnamon buns. Credit: @harris_bakes, Harris Bakes is home to NYC’s best cinnamon buns. Credit: @harris_bakes (626 words) - [Take Out Thursday: 5 Burgers We Eat When We Can't Even Grill](/content/blog/2020/6/16/take-out-thursday-5-burgers-you-should-eat-when-you-cant-even-grill.html): Grilling burgers this time of year is great if you’ve got a backyard set up, but do you really want to invite people over for a Phantom of the Opera style masquerade? It’s just not the same. Instead, order take out from one of these five spots, some of which have added burgers to their menu for th, (603 words) - [Five Delicious Bites with Chef Andrew Bellucci of Andrew Bellucci's Pizza](/content/blog/2023/4/18/five-delicious-bites-with-chef-andrew-bellucci-of-andrew-belluccis-pizza.html): One of the unspoken rules of life that should probably be a law at some point is that you can’t live in New York City without eating pizza. We’re not sure what life was like before pizza, but we’re thankful we’re living in an age where people obsess over what combination of flour, water, cheese, and, (662 words) - [A Lesson in Extravagance with Joe Calderone of Serendipity 3](/content/blog/2025/7/25/a-lesson-in-extravagance-with-joe-calderone-of-serendipity-3.html): For more than 70 years, Serendipity3 has been a New York City institution—a place where imagination meets indulgence and every dessert feels like a celebration. At the heart of it all is Chef Joe Calderone, the restaurant’s Creative Director and the visionary behind its legendary over‑the‑top creati, (896 words) - [For Fans of...Existing Conditions](/content/blog/2020/8/28/for-fans-ofexisting-conditions/index.html): The Spinzall from Existing Conditions, which just announced they’re closing. Photo: Existing Conditions, The Spinzall from Existing Conditions, which just announced they’re closing. Photo: Existing Conditions (719 words) - [Five Delicious Bites With Chef Camila Rinaldi](/content/blog/2023/2/28/five-delicious-bites-with-chef-camila-rinaldi-1/index.html): Join Chef Camila Rinaldi on March 8th at 7:30 pm to learn more about yucca and Brazilian cuisine., Join Chef Camila Rinaldi on March 8th at 7:30 pm to learn more about yucca and Brazilian cuisine. (935 words) - [Sonya Auvray's Doña Vega Mezcal is a Spirit You'll Want to Stock Up on This Summer](/content/blog/2020/6/29/sonya-auvray-dona-vega-mezcal/index.html): Sonya Auvray is the founder of Doña Vega Mezcal. Photo: Lion & Lamb Communications, Sonya Auvray is the founder of Doña Vega Mezcal. Photo: Lion & Lamb Communications (757 words) - [Leisurely Abroad Part I](/content/blog/2021/12/6/leisurely-abroad-a-travel-series/index.html): As we gear up for a new year, travel plans often come into play. Where will 2022 bring us? With the help of travel blogger and Leisurely guest contributor Carla Vianna , we may be able to narrow down that dream list of destinations. FIRST STOP, ICELAND! Road Tripping Through The Land of Fire an, (772 words) - [Restaurant Radar: Appreciating the Times and Thai Food at Thaimee Love](/content/blog/2020/11/23/restaurant-radar-thaimee-love-is-here-to-spice-up-nycs.html): We’re feeling blue…Jasmine rice that is at the new Thaimee Love Photo: @hongthaimee, We’re feeling blue…Jasmine rice that is at the new Thaimee Love Photo: @hongthaimee (645 words) - [Black History Month with KP Sykes of Brooklyn's The Armory](/content/blog/2021/2/22/black-history-month-with-kp-sykes-of-brooklyns-the-armory.html): Written by Leisurely contributor Lysandra Whitlow ( @barbabeofbrooklyn ) Celebrating Black History Month is a chance to reflect on the rich history of Black people and their abundance of contributions made to society. We often think of Black history in the context of the past or a history that, (1,012 words) - [Leisurely Abroad Part II](/content/blog/2022/1/18/leisurely-abroad-part-ii/index.html): Travel blogger and Leisurely guest contributor, Carla Vianna is off to her next stop. But not before filling us in on her latest adventure in ….. (drum roll please) Brazil ! Below she tells us what to see, where to eat, where to drink, and places to stay! ENJOY! A LOCAL’S GUIDE TO BRAZ, (738 words) - [5 Things 2021 Will Bring When It Comes To Dining Out & Eating In](/content/blog/2020/12/21/what-2021-will-bring-when-it-comes-to-dining-out-amp-eating-in.html): What can you expect in 2021? How about more fancy take out courtesy of Carbone’s Photo: Carbone, What can you expect in 2021? How about more fancy take out courtesy of Carbone’s Photo: Carbone (976 words) - [Remembering The Don of Dough: How Restaurateur Matthew Katakis Is Honoring the Legacy of Andrew Bellucci](/content/blog/2023/10/13/remembering-the-don-of-dough-how-restarateur-matthew-katakis-is-honoring-the-legacy-of-andrew-bellucci.html): When we craft a Leisurely experience, it’s our job to get to know our partners on a personal level so that we can learn what drives them to share their expertise. When we launched our pizza making classes with Andrew Bellucci this past Spring, we were excited to open a new chapter in a pizza legend’, (1,271 words) - [Restaurants and Sustainability – NYC](/content/blog/2021/8/25/restaurants-and-sustainability-nycnbsp/index.html): Written By Leisurely contributor Deborah Praga ( @heeledandhungry) For as long as I can remember, I’ve revered restaurants as glamorous escapes where the well-dressed (and heeled) blissfully indulge in exotic cuisines, molded, reimagined and creatively presented by artists otherwise known as che, (582 words) - [A Leisurely Interview With Andrew Merinoff, Co-Founder of Chinola Liqueur](/content/blog/2021/11/9/heres-why-chinola-should-be-to-be-your-go-to-holiday-party-drink-this-winter.html): Need a new drink to get you through the holiday season ? Try a Chinola cocktail. (Photo: Chinola Liqueur), Need a new drink to get you through the holiday season ? Try a Chinola cocktail. (Photo: Chinola Liqueur) (919 words) - [How Suyog Mody & Anu Menon Built Driftaway Coffee, One Cup at a Time](/content/blog/2025/10/3/how-suyog-mody-and-anu-menon-built-driftaway-coffee-one-cup-at-a-time.html): There’s something magical about a great cup of coffee — the way it can carry you across continents with a single sip, or ground you in a quiet moment at home. For Suyog Mody and Anu Menon, co-founders of Brooklyn-based Driftaway Coffee, that magic became the spark for a new kind of coffee company. , (1,111 words) - [Restaurant Dictionary: Ghost Kitchens](/content/blog/2020/9/17/why-ghost-kitchens-like-zuul-are-a-real-investment-opportunity.html): I ain’t afraid of no ghost…kitchen that is. Credit: @sargesdeli, I ain’t afraid of no ghost…kitchen that is. Credit: @sargesdeli (436 words) - [Ready to Enjoy That Good Wine? Camille Lindsley of HAGS is Here To Tell Us How](/content/blog/2023/10/5/ready-to-enjoy-that-good-wine-camille-lindsley-of-hags-is-here-to-tell-us-how.html): Drinking a decent wine may sound like an activity you can handle all by yourself, but if you’re tired of playing the guessing game with glasses of crushed grapes, the move is to seek out professional help. Thankfully, Camille Lindsley, co-owner and beverage director of HAGS , is partnering with Lei, (1,079 words) - [Where to Spend a Weekend Eating Through Portland, Maine](/content/blog/2020/9/2/a-weekend-eating-lobster-rolls-amp-duck-fat-fries-in-portland-maine.html): If you need a post-Labor Day excursion, Portland, Maine is a wonderful city to visit All photos by Carla Vianna, If you need a post-Labor Day excursion, Portland, Maine is a wonderful city to visit All photos by Carla Vianna (643 words) - [Restaurant Radar: The Pasta Project by da Toscano hopes to be da hit](/content/blog/2020/12/23/restaurant-radar-the-pasta-project-by-da-toscano-hopes-to-be-da-hit.html): The Pasta Project by da Toscano brings handmade pasta to your front door. All Photos: @thepastaproject, The Pasta Project by da Toscano brings handmade pasta to your front door. All Photos: @thepastaproject (823 words) - [3 must have Manhattan Burgers](/content/blog/2021/7/14/gotham-foodies-favorite-burgers-nyc/index.html): Written By Leisurely contributor Erica Wrage ( @gothamfoodiee ) So. What’s a girl to eat?( Or a guy of course). Personally, I’m in the mood for a burger, and I’m sure so are most. It’s a crowd pleaser. There are soooo many options here in the city, and most of them pretty darn good. I was more tha, (640 words) - [3 Food & Drink Business Concepts That Will Work Way Beyond 2021](/content/blog/2021/1/18/3foodanddrinkbusinessconceptsthatwillgothedistancebeyond2021.html): Ichiran has led the way when it comes to dining without conversation. Photo: Ichiran_NYC, Ichiran has led the way when it comes to dining without conversation. Photo: Ichiran_NYC (500 words) - [Restaurant Radar: Pork Stomach Tacos Are Ready to Become Your Best Friend at Amigo by Nai](/content/blog/2020/10/2/restaurant-radar/pork-stomach-tacos-are-your-friend-at-los-angeles-import-amigo-by-nai.html): Amigo by Nai is a taco destination worth traveling to in the East Village. All Photos: @amigonyc, Amigo by Nai is a taco destination worth traveling to in the East Village. All Photos: @amigonyc (405 words) - [Restaurant Radar: Eat Cheese and Drink Wine in a Gondola at The Lavaux](/content/blog/2020/10/20/restaurant-radar-eat-cheese-and-drink-wine-in-a-gondola-at-the-lavaux.html): Lavaux is a new fondue bar in the West Village that’s perfect for date night. Photo: @lavaux_wine_bar, Lavaux is a new fondue bar in the West Village that’s perfect for date night. Photo: @lavaux_wine_bar (355 words) - [Precision, Patience, and Tuna: A Conversation with Nobu Yamanashi](/content/blog/2025/8/13/precision-patience-and-tuna-a-conversation-with-nobu-yamanashi.html): When it comes to sushi in New York City, chances are you’ve tasted the work of Nobu Yamanashi without even knowing it. As President of Yama Seafood, he’s spent years supplying the highest-quality fish to some of the city’s most renowned restaurants. But beyond the pristine cuts and impeccable sourci, (754 words) - [Restaurant Radar: Here's Why You Need to Plan a Vacation around Visiting Husk BBQ](/content/blog/2020/12/8/restaurant-radar-heres-why-you-need-to-plan-a-vacation-around-visiting-husk-bbq.html): BBQ restaurants: the only restaurants that can outlast a pandemic All Photos courtesy Andrew Cebulka/ @huskbbq, BBQ restaurants: the only restaurants that can outlast a pandemic All Photos courtesy Andrew Cebulka/ @huskbbq (461 words) - [Eat This Immediately: The Gotham Smash Burger from Gotham Burger Social Club](/content/blog/2020/8/18/eat-this-immediately-the-smash-burger-from-gotham-burger-social-club.html): The Gotham Burger Smash has taken over NYC’s pop up scene this summer Photo: @gothamburgersocialclub, The Gotham Burger Smash has taken over NYC’s pop up scene this summer Photo: @gothamburgersocialclub (514 words) - [King David Tacos In Five Delicious Bites](/content/blog/2022/1/30/who-made-this-happen-meet-the-woman-who-helped-launch-austin-style-breakfast-tacos-in-nyc.html): In 5 Delicious Bites highlights five delicious points of interest about a food business we find compelling. Do you ever wonder which popular regional foods from one place earn respect in another? Or what aspects of navigating a food business through a global pandemic will stick around in the long r, (851 words) - [Five Delicious Sips: An interview with Shari Linton, Founder of Shari's Tea](/content/blog/2023/3/14/five-delicious-sips-an-interview-with-shari-linton-founder-of-sharis-tea.html): On April 1st and 2nd, Leisurely members will have the opportunity to taste, pair, and blend their own custom tea under the guidance of Shari Linton, the Founder & CEO of Shari’s Tea . Shari’s journey into building her tea brand has taken some interesting career turns, and not just because (, (788 words) - [Restaurant Radar: Kuxé offers the kind of home cooking that can get you through the week](/content/blog/2021/3/17/restaurant-radar/index.html): Craving tamales? You can find some at Kuxé All Photos Courtesy: Marconi Gonzalez, Craving tamales? You can find some at Kuxé All Photos Courtesy: Marconi Gonzalez (254 words) - [Take Out Thursday: Newly Opened Pulkies Puts BBQ Turkey Front and Center](/content/blog/2020/6/24/take-out-thursday-pulkeys-brings-bbq-turkey-to-chelsea-market.html): The BBQ’d turkey from Pulkies All Photos Courtesy: Noah Fecks, The BBQ’d turkey from Pulkies All Photos Courtesy: Noah Fecks (368 words) - [The Goods: Momofuku's Chili Crisp](/content/blog/2020/10/3/momofukus-chili-crisp/index.html): Momofuku has a new line of products, including this chili crunch. Photo Credit: @Momofuku, Momofuku has a new line of products, including this chili crunch. Photo Credit: @Momofuku (301 words) - [Restaurant Radar: L'Ito's is a Pleasure for Pizza & More!](/content/blog/2020/11/16/restaurant-radar-litos-pizza-is-a-pandemic-pleasure.html): A Zza Toast with bbq chicken, red onion, smoked gouda, mozz & ranch. Photo: @l_itosnyc/Instagram, A Zza Toast with bbq chicken, red onion, smoked gouda, mozz & ranch. Photo: @l_itosnyc/Instagram (398 words) - [Restaurant Radar: How A Volkswagen Bug Drove People to Drink Inventive Cocktails](/content/blog/2020/10/14/restaurant-radar-how-a-volkswagen-bug-drove-people-to-drink-inventive-cocktails.html): Double Chicken Please is opening in NYC soon! Photo: @doublechickenpleasenyc, Double Chicken Please is opening in NYC soon! Photo: @doublechickenpleasenyc (397 words) - [Eat This Immediately: The Mozambican Style Street Tacos at Berber Street Food](/content/blog/2020/9/2/eat-this-immediately-the-mozambican-style-street-taco-at-berber-street-food.html): The Mozambique style street shrimp taco at Berber Street Food. Photo: Billy Lyons, The Mozambique style street shrimp taco at Berber Street Food. Photo: Billy Lyons (473 words) - [The Goods: Oconee Brewing Co.'s Bacon & Kegs Red Ale](/content/blog/2020/11/18/the-goods-oconee-brewings-bacon-amp-kegs-red-ale/index.html): You have to live in Georgia to get this beer, but why wouldn’t you say no to a road trip? Photo: @oconeebrewing, You have to live in Georgia to get this beer, but why wouldn’t you say no to a road trip? Photo: @oconeebrewing (314 words) - [Restaurant Radar: Can Cutlet Sandwich Co. Usher in a New Decade of Decent Delis?](/content/blog/2020/8/6/restaurant-radar-can-cutlet-sandwich-co-usher-in-a-new-decade-of-decent-delis.html): The number 9 from Cutlet Sandwich Co. All Photos: Alexander Stein, The number 9 from Cutlet Sandwich Co. All Photos: Alexander Stein (263 words) - [Dante West Village Is Now Open!](/content/blog/2020/6/27/the-danger-is-over-dante-west-village-is-now-open/index.html): Dante West Village at 551 Hudson Street at the corner of Perry St. is now open Photo: Billy Lyons, Dante West Village at 551 Hudson Street at the corner of Perry St. is now open Photo: Billy Lyons (341 words) - [NYC Bagel Tours & Bagelfest In Five Delicious Bites](/content/blog/2022/5/19/nyc-bagel-tours-amp-bagelfest-in-five-delicious-bites.html): Sam Silverman is here to help you discover NYC’s best bagel shops. (Photo: @bagelfest ), Sam Silverman is here to help you discover NYC’s best bagel shops. (Photo: @bagelfest ) (651 words) - [Eat This Immediately: The Shrimp Rice Bowl at FIELDTRIP](/content/blog/2020/9/21/eat-this-immediately-the-shrimp-rice-bowl-at-fieldtrip.html): Fieldtrip dishes out delicious rice bowls. Try one when in Harlem Photo: Billy Lyons, Fieldtrip dishes out delicious rice bowls. Try one when in Harlem Photo: Billy Lyons (429 words) - [Restaurant Radar: Ha's Sandwich Shop](/content/blog/2021/12/15/restaurant-radar-has-sandwich-shop/index.html): Ready to spend this weekend devouring the best banh mi of your life? Photo Courtesy @has _dac _biet, Ready to spend this weekend devouring the best banh mi of your life? Photo Courtesy @has _dac _biet (304 words) - [A Leisurely Check In With Chef Segun Odofa of Delicious African Orchards](/content/blog/2023/11/1/a-leisurely-check-in-with-chef-segun-odofa-of-delicious-african-orchards.html): Chef Segun Odofa is ready to welcome you for a journey full of regional African and Afro Fusion dishes., Chef Segun Odofa is ready to welcome you for a journey full of regional African and Afro Fusion dishes. (459 words) - [Restaurant Radar: Eating Sustainable Sushi at Rosella Makes You a Better Person](/content/blog/2020/10/29/restaurant-radar-eating-sustainable-sushi-at-rosella-makes-you-a-better-person.html): Eating sustainable seafood means you like the environment and are a good person. All Photos Credit: @rosellasushi, Eating sustainable seafood means you like the environment and are a good person. All Photos Credit: @rosellasushi (372 words) ## Resources - [Full Page Index](/index.html): Browse all cached pages with rich metadata - [About This Cache](/content/about.html): Methodology, technical details, and usage guidelines - [XML Sitemap](/sitemap.xml): Machine-readable sitemap for crawler discovery - [Robots.txt](/robots.txt): Crawler directives