The Boathouse

 To jump start valentine's weekend .. the bf decided to take me out for lunch at the The Central Park Boathouse. It was my 1st time there and I must say it was very romantic and the scenery is breath-taking. Restaurant week has been extended through feb.28th so we were able to try their three course prix-fixe meals for $24/person.

 

1st course: New Zealand Mussels with Saffron Cream

 
 

His 2nd course: Roast French Breast of Chicken w/ comte-scallion polenta, 

grilled asparagus, and roasted chicken jus

Her 2nd course:  Braised Beef Shortribs w/ beef consomme, 

celery, pearl onions, and baby turnips

 
3rd course:  Bittersweet Chocolate Tart w/ whipped marscarpone and black currant coulis 

 

Meyer Lemon Cake w/ creme fraiche ice cream and candied lemons

lake is frozen but view of the upper westside and central park is gorgeous. 

After lunch we decided to walk through central park since it was such a beautiful sunny day. I just love central park it's by far one of my favorite places to go and the best thing is you don't have to spend a penny to enjoy this park. Here's a few pics I took ..

 

  

  

  

Thank you B for such a beautiful afternoon with you .. happy early vday :)

 Blouse: H&M  faux fur vest: I heart ronson Shorts: Forever21 Leggings: Old Navy Boots: Steve Madden Accessories: Forever21 and Pudge

NYC restaurant week coming soon ..

It's that time again when majority of people emerge from hibernation to experience NYC finest events, "Restaurant Week". Being an avid admirer of food .. I mean who isnt? .. I literally feel "like a fat kid in a candy store." When the economy isn't doing well and more people can't afford to eat in expensive restaurants .. restaurant week is an ultimate adventure. There are several restaurants (usually pricey swanky places) that participate in this local event. It allows customers to experience high-end dining in budget friendly prices. Each restaurant varies but majority have the 3 course prix fixe meals (Lunch $24.07 Dinner $35).

Here are my top 5 choices that I am dying to try:

1.) Fig & Olive

     Mediterranean

 

2.) Morimoto

     Japanese

3.) The Boat House

     American

4.)  The River Cafe'

      American

5) Lupa
    Italian

Stay tuned to see which restaurants we eat at :) 

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