Archive for 'Asides'
NYT Says Shack Will Open 11am on Monday: An article posted to the NYT's Diner's Journal says that the Shake Shack will indeed open on Monday at 11am! Interesting side note... they noticed a new sign in front of Schnipper's Quality Kitchen touting the fact that they are not a chain (clearly a response to the Shack opening 3 blocks away.) Ironic coming from the guys who founded Hale & Hearty!
Posted at 2:30 pm, July 9th, 2010 | 0 Comments
Free Chik-fil-A and Popsicles Alert: Midtown has hit the jackpot today. According to Twitter Chik-fil-A will be stopping at Pulitzer Fountain (on 5th Ave. btw. 58+59th) sometime after 12pm. And if you missed the People's Pops giveaway on Weds, you have one last chance to get free pops today at East 41st b/w 3rd and Lex from 12-1:30pm. Freeloaders, you know what to do...
Posted at 10:50 am, July 9th, 2010 | 1 Comment
88 Cent Hello Pasta Reminder: Just a friendly reminder for those of you who haven't had lunch yet... Hello Pasta had their grand opening yesterday (on Lex btw. 54+55th) and today you can try any of their pastas, with one sauce, for just 88 cents. You have to text yourself the deal, and it's only good from 2 to 8pm.
Posted at 1:15 pm, July 8th, 2010 | 9 Comments
Is it Bearable Outside?: Feels like a perfect day for the ML Twitter Tracker...Eddie's Pizza Truck is on 52nd, NYC Cravings is on 53rd, Wafels & Dinges is on 46th, the Dutchy is on 51st, Frites N Meats is in the Flatiron, Papa Perrone is on 55th, QBA Cuban Kitchen truck is back, and Schnitzel & Things is on 48th (although I wouldn't go wearing your Spain jersey. They might poison your schnitz!)
Posted at 11:15 am, July 8th, 2010 | 1 Comment
Bill’s Bar & Burger Coming Soon: Bouchon Bakery isn't the only Rock Center news we heard yesterday. Grub Street reported that the gigantic Bill's Bar & Burger location taking over the old Tuscan Square space (on 51st btw. 5+6th) will open at the end of the next month.
Posted at 9:00 am, July 8th, 2010 | 1 Comment
Wafels & Dinges Tips: Need help ordering at the Wafels & Dinges Truck? Our good friend Kathy YL Chan has some tips to help maximize your visit... ice cream is a necessity during the summer, and even though they always have liege waffles ready to go- ask them to make you a fresh one. It's "totally worth the extra 5-minute wait." [Serious Eats: New York]
Posted at 2:00 pm, July 7th, 2010 | 0 Comments
Twitter Tracker: Have you checked the ML Twitter Tracker yet today? Eddie's Pizza Truck is on 48th, Street Sweets is on 52nd, Schnitzel and Things is in the Flatiron, Cupcake Stop is on 50th, and Goodburger is giving away a free drink with the purchase of any combo meal.
Posted at 11:30 am, July 7th, 2010 | 1 Comment
Free Popsicle Alert: Midtown and Downtown Lunchers can get in on some free popsicle action today as part of the Cooking Channel's promotion with People's Pops. According to twitter they'll be at East 47th b/w 2nd & 3rd from noon-1:30pm and Vesey Street b/w Broadway and Church from 3:30pm-5:00pm. Overheated freeloaders engage!
Posted at 8:30 am, July 7th, 2010 | 0 Comments
Spiked Lemonade Special: We don't normally get caught up in gimmicky PR stuff, but on a hellish day like today how could we not post this!? Until Labor Day, for every degree above 90 the thermostat goes you earn an additional dollar off the spiked lemonades ($11) at the Rink Bar (in Rock Center). That means if the temperature hits 100 degrees or more, the drinks will only cost one dollar until closing.
Posted at 3:00 pm, July 6th, 2010 | 4 Comments
Free Iced Tea Alert: If you do plan on venturing out in this heat for lunch... Crisp, the falafel joint with two locations in Midtown, will give you a free iced tea with the purchase of any sandwich or bowl.
Posted at 1:00 pm, July 6th, 2010 | 0 Comments
