As promised, here is part two of my Japanese Hot Pot adventure. Since we were four hungry foodies, we ordered two different varieties of the hot pot to share. The first was a boiling broth with veggies. Once the broth was ready to go, you dip your own pork pieces into it. In addition to … Continue reading Adventures in New York: Hakata Tonton Part II
Month: July 2015
Adventures in New York: Hakata Tonton (Part I)
When a good friend texted me last week, "Are you an adventurous eater? Are you free Wednesday," my answer was yes and yes. That is how I got to try my first Japanese hot pot. Hakata Tonton is a little spot in the West Village, pretty hard to get reservations, so we were going out at 9:30pm … Continue reading Adventures in New York: Hakata Tonton (Part I)
Rockaway Brewing Company Introduces Its First Canned Beer
A few weekends ago, I attended the Rockaway Brewing Company's launch of their first canned beer. Although the brewery originated in the Far Rockaway, it has recently moved to a far bigger facility in Long Island City, Queens. Their beers are New York City craft beers at its finest, using fresh ingredients and delicious tasting. … Continue reading Rockaway Brewing Company Introduces Its First Canned Beer