The Eclectic Gourmet Guide To Greater New York City

Download or read book The Eclectic Gourmet Guide to Greater New York City written by Jim Leff and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Natives and tourists alike are hungry to discover New York City's other culinary realms -- the gastronomic riches of the Outer Boroughs as well as Manhattan's best kept dining secrets. There's an intriguing array of great eating out there, and whether you crave the most sumptuous Moroccan feast or just a plain slice of serious, old-fashioned pizza, The Eclectic Gourmet Guide to Greater New York City will make every meal a satisfying adventure.Author Jim Leff insightfully and humorously navigates readers beyond Manhattan's well-known eateries (Anybody can find the Rainbow Room!) and into a wonderland of hidden restaurant gems. As creator of Chowhound, the popular and critically lauded web site (www.chowhound.com) and contributor to countless newspapers and magazines, Left has an unsurpassed track record in uncovering superior and unusual dining experiences. From Harlem church basement suppers to long-forgotten Brooklyn Jewish delis to swanky Midtown sashimi clubs (plus zillions of the most exotic ethnic kitchens), Left will make sure every bite counts. Evocative full-page, at-a-glance profiles -- along with charts indexed by cuisine, star rating, and location -- guide-readers to the perfect restaurant.