Americain Flair In Brooklyn

| July 31, 2009

I can increase my raving decibel a notch because one of personal favorite neighborhood restaurants Stone Home Wine Bar offers Happiness, $25 and under.

Bite Size Treats

| July 27, 2009

I don’t know about you, but I love cupcakes. They’re the perfect sized dessert. Just enough bites to satisfy your sweet tooth. Rich and thick frosting on top. What can I say, it brings the kid out in me. While shopping in Soho with my girlfriend, I came across a little shack on Spring Street (between […]

Oulala Gâteau au Chocolat

| July 20, 2009

The Gâteau au Chocolat recipe I am about to share is an originale from a dear friend’s family in France. Your first reaction is probably “oh zee French…that sounds really complicated!”

Follow The Yellow Truck

| July 20, 2009

I was down in Tribeca showing an apartment and decided to take a break and grab an iced tea when I stumbled upon an eggshell colored truck on the corner of Harrison & Greenwich. I thought, why not grab a treat. While reading their menu, I was greeted by the delightful brother/sister team of  Diana and […]

It Takes Two Baby

| July 18, 2009

Guys, this is for you. Ever want to ask that special someone out on a date but was a little strapped for cash? Then listen up…  Chef 28, which is one of my favorite Chinese take-out restaurant, is offering “Dinner for Two” menus for $48. That’s $24 a piece, you do the math. You’re thinking; Chinese take-out […]

Paella Party at Tio Pepe

| July 15, 2009

With the belt tightening going on these days, traveling abroad may be challenging.  If you can’t afford a plane ticket, then travel through food.  Thanks to Tio Pepe, you can with their $15.95 paella menu. The classic Paella Valenciana consisting of chicken, shellfish and chorizo                                                 Paella Marinera containing  the fruits of the sea                                                 Paella Camarones […]

Margaritas for Martha?

| July 13, 2009

Even in the tony town of  East Hampton, the average Joe can hang with Martha Stewart. How you say? Just visit the Blue Parrot. This Tex Mex mainstay has recently reopened since it’s sad demise in 2006. It was the local joint where the haves and have not so much, could chill with a margarita while munching […]

How to be a Cheapeater in a not so cheap eatery

| July 10, 2009

 Would you like to dine in a restaurant that’s out of your budget? Be creative and think outside of the box. Lunch may be good option. I recently met a friend for lunch at Opia in the Renaissance Hotel. Very nice but a bit pricey. First glance at the menu and you’d think, this is […]

Summer Savings at Paris Commune

| July 8, 2009

Paris Commune, one of my favorite neighborhood French Bistros, is launching a new Summer Menu and some great savings. I’m so excited about these specials! So gather your girlfriends, catch up with the guys or surprise your special someone. With prices like these, you’ll won’t break the bank. Monday Evening –  Steak Frites $12.95. In honor […]

Foodies, there’s nothing left to fear, Cheapeats is here

| July 6, 2009

Welcome to the first blog posting for Cheapeats. The excitement has been building for months and the day is finally here. The idea for this came about from my years of living and dining in New York. Growing up in an Italian home in Brooklyn, hours were spent in the kitchen watching and helping my Mother and Grandparents cook. How to take a little of this, a pinch of that and turn it into a fabulous meal. Most problems were solved over a plate of my Mom’s famous eggplant parmesan.