Author Archives: tomrburke

It’s been a while since I’ve walked across the bridge.

Those beady eyes are a little scary looking, but the lamb tasted great.

Finally, there was a break in the rain.

Being into all things hot and spicy, of course I went to the 1st annual Hot Sauce Expo at Williamsburg’s East River Park. First off, it was crazy how many people were walking around Williamsburg today. Almost as bad as Midtown.The Expo itself was … Continue reading →

The Noble Experiment was written up in the Times (http://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/28/fashion/bridget-firtle-rum-distiller-up-close.html), and went to check it out with some friends.The founder is the sole employee so far, and it’s impressive how fa… Continue reading →

Great presentation. At Alder in the E.V. Continue reading →

The East Village is graced by a pretty authentic Mexican restaurant, Fonda, which is run by Roberto Santibanez. While eating at the bar a few months ago, I leafed through his cookbook Tacos, Tortas, and Tamales. Some of the recipes looked damn goo… Continue reading →

From March 6th. Continue reading →