LILIA RISTORANTE..

North 10 St in Williamsburg last week a few blocks from an old fashion church feast that almost took my appetite away is this new arrival headed by a Michelin star chef. Seats outside (for slightly cooler weather...comfortable except for the too hot cafe. My brother and I happened to catch a CBS piece and jumped on the mission to go immediately. Glad we did. They were extremely ready for a new place and the offerings were not disappointing ..especially the rigatoni diavola which had just enough devil to satisfy spicy taste buds. Everyone liked the artichoke and its meaty center. And a small grilled lobster tale would have been a sufficient portion if it weren't so damn good. The olive oil cake and shaved lemon ice were two great desert selections. Wine is too pricey but that wouldn't stop me from going again soon.

little gem salad

rigatoni

wait for the picture next time...i know the olive oil cake is good

BEASTS AND BOTTLES on Atlantic Ave in BK

This is my new crush. Roasted Chickens and Ducks and Cauliflower (Not since New Orleans).  A glowing roasting fire that adds no uncomfortable heat on a summer eve. Friendly service and roasted carrots in a nicely spiced sauce ...not too sweet.  Open spaces and many taps and wines. Just
a minute from BKLYN BRIDGE PARK.

Carrots

Hoisin Chicken foreground and Caulifllower
rear

juicy chicken

From the Eye of Jeanne

Manhattan from Brooklyn Bridge Park