The Epicurean Table

Zaytinya is a restaurant we’ve eaten at more times than we can count, and the NYC location is our absolute favorite. The flavors are vibrant, comforting, and somehow still refined, perfect for our family Mediterranean pallet with the elevation that Zatinya brings to traditional staples.

There are two things that define Thanksgiving in New York City for our family: The Rockettes and Jean-Georges’ turkey. For the last few years, dining at this iconic restaurant has become a cherished tradition, one we look forward to as much as the holiday itself. Simply put: Jean-Georges makes the best turkey.

There are certain restaurants in New York City that become part of your family traditions that you look forward to all year. For us, Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare is exactly that. Easily, our favorite restaurant in NYC, and it has become a cornerstone of our annual Thanksgiving week in Manhattan. Helmed today by Chef Max Natmessnig and Chef Marco Prins, the restaurant has entered a new era, one defined by extraordinary technical precision, quiet confidence, and food that feel

César is not an extension of a past chapter; it is the evolution of a chef who has spent nearly four decades honing his voice. And that voice has never been clearer, or more confident.

To say Eleven Madison Park was everything we imagined feels like an understatement. For years, we were a house divided; Kira determined to experience this institution, and Carmine refusing as long as it remained fully vegan.

Blue Hill Farm has been on our radar for years, but the logistics never quite aligned for us, at least not in this chapter of life. Enter Family Table at Blue Hill, the perfect way to kick off the annual Jabri Family Thanksgiving trip to NYC.

The first time we dined at Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare, we were convinced we had taken a wrong turn. Tucked behind a bustling gourmet grocery store in Hell’s Kitchen this unassuming location hides one of New York’s most extraordinary fine dining experiences. Imagine stepping through the pages of The Secret Garden—except instead of roses and ivy, you’re greeted by foie gras, wagyu, and Hokkaido uni.

Located within the Museum of Modern Art, The Modern isn’t just adjacent to the art world it’s part of it. From the moment you walk through the doors, it’s evident that this is a Union Square Hospitality Group restaurant, renowned for their flawless service, elevated ambiance, and timeless approach to fine dining. Every interaction was gracious and polished, striking that rare balance of attentiveness without intrusion. The room was elegant and warm, managing to feel both cont

Masa, the revered three-Michelin-starred omakase destination nestled inside Manhattan’s Columbus Circle, is one such experience. Often described as a culinary sanctuary, it’s a place we felt compelled to explore.

Per Se offers one of the most magnificent views in Manhattan, overlooking Columbus Circle, with a glowing fire that sets the tone for this three-Michelin-starred gem from Thomas Keller, long before you take your first bite.

Wonderful night at Le Bernardin with 3 Michelin stars in New York City