Delicious Meatball Charity Event At Refinery Rooftop Raises Money For The Movember Foundation

In partnership with The Meatball Shop, Refinery Rooftop in NYC hosted the first ever End of Movember Ball to raise money for The Movember Foundation.

The event included a “best balls competition” featuring some of the hottest NYC chefs, and the audience enjoyed unlimited samples of delicious meatballs.

1. Taco Meatball by Harold Moore of Harold’s Meat + Three

Taco-inspired meatballs made of beef, pork, and veal, and served with sour cream, tomatillo salsa, lettuce, chopped tomatoes, and salsa.

2. Meatball + Spaetzel by Edi Frauneder of Freud

Grass-fed organic beef meatballs covered in Austrian paprika sauce with creamy spaetzel, chive, and crispy shallot

3. Traditional Beef Meatballs by Tim Cushman of Covina

Juicy, oversized meatballs made from pork, beef, and veal, and topped with hearty tomato marinara sauce and parmesan cheese

4. Steak, Bacon, and Cheddar Meatball by Daniel Holzman of The Meatball Shop

A blend of steak, bacon, and cheddar meatball with onions covered in mushroom gravy sauce

5. Meatball + Ricotta by Adrienne Guttieri of Trademark

A duo of house-made ricotta and beef, veal, pork, and sausage meatball with traditional herbs, grana padano cheese, spices, and olive oil

6. Meatball + Burrata by Jeff Haskell of The Refinery Rooftop

Savory lamb, beef, pork, and veal meatball over a bed of creamy burrata, and topped with French chili flakes, parmesan, and micro greens with a drizzle of olive oil

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…and the coveted mustached meatball trophy for best balls was awarded to COVINA, while the audience favorite went to TRADEMARK

Eataly X Identita Golose NY’s First Ever Dine Around

The progressive dinner showcased dishes from six world famous chefs during a culinary tour that moves from restaurant to restaurant within Eataly in Flatiron NYC.

1. Standing Reception at La Scuola Grande with Chef Matthew Kenney

The Dine Around commenced with a duo of vegan bites by celebrity chef Matthew Kenney, who served Kelp Noodle Cacio Pepe made with cashew cream and topped with dried olives and microgreens, as well as Almond Flatbread with Urbani truffle cheese, sweet fennel compote, and raisins.

2. Vegetable Course at La Verdure with Chef Massimo Bottura

The gregarious chef Massimo Bottura, an Italian restaurateur and the chef patron of a 3-Michelin star restaurant in Italy, delighted the diners with this creative dish. NamedA Lentil is Better than Caviar, the dish resembled caviar but instead is made with steamed lentils with eel concentrate, red onions, and creme fraiche at the bottom.

3. Fish Course at Il Pesce with Chef Franco Pepe

Italian pizza master Franco Pepe concocted two amazing dishes. First, the simple-looking Pizza made with lightly fried dough with a slice of tomato, dehydrated garlic, red pepper flakes, anchovies, Sorrento lemon rind, and parsley was the most unique slice of pizza I’ve ever had. The dough had perfectly crispy exterior complemented by feather-like, fluffy interior. The Calvisius Caviar was served with two silver dollar pancakes and a dollop of creme fraiche.

4. Primo Course at La Pizza & La Pasta with Chef Fortunato Nicotra

Chef Fortunato Nicotra, executive chef of Felidia Restaurant in NJ, served super al danta Squid Ink Shell Pasta with grana padano cheese and pear concentrate. The sauce was a bit too creamy and rich for my personal liking, and the pasta could have been cooked at least 5 minutes longer.

5. Main Course at Manzo Ristorante with Chef Alex Atala

The famous Brazilian chef Alex Atala charmed the guests with his Brisket dish. This tender, juicy piece of brisket was topped with pickled and fried onions, and served with a side of pear compote sprinkled with cayenne pepper that had a similar texture as apple sauce, but with much richer flavor.

6. Dessert Course at La Piazza with Chef Niko Romito

Save room for dessert because this Cream-Filled Doughnut is absolutely divine. The fluffy, cloud-like dough is deep-fried and topped with sprinkles of sugar. The generous amount of rich yellow cream in the doughnut adds wonderfully creamy, ooey-gooey texture to the dessert.

My Favorite Eats At The Annual Taste Of Gramercy Neighborhood 2016

Showcasing some of Gramercy’s top restaurants, Taste of Gramercy Neighborhood doubles as a fundraiser event to benefit healthy meal programs at local public schools.

1. Moroccan Spiced Carrots with Chickpeas & Quinoa from Anisette

This gluten free, vegan dish from Anisette featured quinoa mixed in with a medley of vegetables and legumes like squash, carrots, bell pepper, and chickpeas in Moroccan spices.

2. Orecchiette with House-Made Sweet Fennel Sausage, Broccoli Rabe, and Basil Pesto from Follia

Al dante orecchiette pasta dish from Follia was complemented by house-made sweet fennel sausage, crunchy broccoli rabe, and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese all mixed in basil pesto sauce.

3. Tuna Ceviche with Grilled Corn and Pimenton de la Vera from Adalya

Two for the price of one! Adalya showcased savory tuna ceviche with grilled corn on top of crunchy toast, as well as a stick of celery smeared with hummus and topped with fig.

4. Seared Tuna with Grilled Olive Tapenade and Chimichurri Sauce from Sarabeth’s

A slice of perfectly seared tuna from Sarabeth’s was topped with grilled olive tapenade, micro greens, and a drizzle of olive oil. The chimichurri sauce on the side added nice layer of creaminess.

5. Toasted Ricotta Gnocchi with White Truffle Cream from The Smith

The pan-fried ricotta gnocchi from The Smith had perfectly crispy exterior paired with soft interior. The gnocchi was topped with rich and creamy white truffle sauce.

6. Burrata with Black Truffles from Obica

Creamy burrata from Obica was layered on top of fresh basil and topped with black truffles with a drizzle of olive oil.

7. Crostini with Caponata and Herb & Honey Scone from Midwinter Kitchen

This duo of sweet and savory treat from Midwinter Kitchen included crostini with caponata and dense herb & honey scone.

8. Cabernet Braised Short Rib with Potato Puree on a Roasted Parsnip from Hardings

You got your meat and protein in one bite with this dish from Hardings. On top of roasted parsnip were tender, cabernet braised short rib with potato puree.

9. Mini Lobster Rolls with Japanese Aioli and Potato Brioche from Burger & Lobster

The mini lobster roll from Burger & Lobster was packed with juicy, succulent lobster meat mixed in with Japanese aioli, and sandwiched in between grilled potato brioche.

Crowning The Best Burger In NYC At Time Out’s Battle Of The Burger 2016

Time Out’s annual Battle of the Burger, presented by Budweiser and sponsored by Schweid & Sons, celebrated all the epic burgers in NYC. How many of these tantalizingly delicious burgers have you tried?

1. People’s Choice Award - Kobe Beef Burger by Black Tap

Michelin-starred chef Joe Isidori’s Kobe Beef Burger included blue cheese, buttermilk-dill, and arugula.

2. Judge’s Award - Chelsea Burger by Peter McManus Cafe

The classic Chelsea Burger highlighted simple half-pound patty topped with American cheese, crispy bacon, red onion rings and a slab of fresh tomato.

3. Home Griller Award- Gaucho Burger by Dawn Rajendran

Thick, juicy patty with caramelized onions and green sauce on a giant, fluffy sesame seed bun.

4. Other favorites: Hard Times Sundaes

A juicy patty served with sweet caramelized onions, bacon, and American cheese in between soft potato buns.

5. Other favorites: Genuine Roadside

A mini slider with a kick of gouda cheese, crispy bacon, and savory patty dripping with all the juices.

6. Other Favorites: Bill’s Bar & Burger

An all-American burger featuring juicy patty, American cheese, bacon, lettuce, and tomato in between pretzel buns.

7. Other Favorites: Burger Joint

Sandwiched in between Arnold’s buns were patty topped with melted cheese, pickles, tomatoes, raw onions, and plenty of classic Heinz ketchup.

Top 11 Most Delicious Bites At STREETS Eats Guaranteed To Make Your Mouth Water

STREETS Eats, an annual food event that benefits disadvantaged youth in Vietnam, returned for its 9th annual year. The event featured mouthwatering “street” food by NYC’s top chefs, complimented by an open bar with signature cocktails, wine, and beer as well as live music and silent auction to benefit the non-profit.

Pan Roasted Rice Noodle from Kuma Inn

Chewy and crispy rolled rice crepe topped with rich bolognese from Kuma Inn, a Filipino-Thai eatery offering an avant-garde small-plates menu

Tumeric Fried Fluke from Cafe Boulud

Lightly fried fluke topped with dill, pepper, and mint over a bed of vermicelli in tamarind sauce from Cafe Boulud, which chick cafe by Daniel Boulud serving high-end French fare.

Chicken Fried Sweetbreads from Institute of Culinary Education

Crispy, deep-fried chicken sweetbreads sandwiched in between buttery sweet roll with ramp pickles and bacon jam, a delectable creation by Chef Robert Ramsey fromInstitute of Culinary Education

Ceviche Mixto from Raymi

Delicate, fresh bowl of raw fish, octopus, and shrimp topped with crunchy kernel and sweet potato mousse from Raymi, which offers high-end Peruvian cuisine with a twist in an eclectic dining room.

Hainanese Chicken Meatballs from The Meatball Shop

Juicy, tender chicken and rice meatballs served with spicy cucumber salad from The Meatball Shop, a fast casual restaurant that specializes in meatballs.

Spicy Heritage Pork Dumpling from Northern Tiger

Juicy, boiled pork and chive dumpling complemented by sesame seeds, micro greens, and spicy sauce from Northern Tiger, a counter in Hudson Eats offering dumplings, noodles, and other Northern Chinese fare.

Dal Moradabadi from Indian Accent

A platter of dal moradabadi made with split mung bean and yellow split lentil, topped with a drizle of green and brown sauce and crispy rice flakes from Indian Accent, a high-end Indian restaurant in Le Parker Meridien offering creative prix fixe menus & wine pairings

Octopus a la Plancha from Ai Fiori

Seared and grilled octopus with salsa verde, spicy and spreadable pork salame, and pan-fried potato from Ai Fiori, which serves gourmet fare from the Italian & French Riviera plus regional wines in an elegant hotel setting.

Green Pea Fries from Chef Wylie Dufresne

Green pea fries that is perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and topped with crunchy pistachio and smoked ricotta from Chef Wylie Dufresne, a leading American proponent of molecular gastronomy.

Apricot “Kaiserschmarrn” from Freud

Austrian shredded pancake topped with a dust of powder sugar with sweet apricot and a dollop of mascarpone cream from Freud, an Austrian spot offerering an elevated menu in a vintage-style setting.

Churros Rellenos from Boqueria

Straight-out-from-the-fryer churros filled with rich, creamy Nutella and topped with cinnamon and powder sugar from Boqueria, whose inspiration comes from fresh food of Boqueria market in Barcelona.

Top 12 Sandwiches In New York At Thrillist’s Hall Of Heroes

Hosted by Thrillist, Hall of Heroes celebrated 11 of New York’s best things between sliced bread (+1 dessert sandwiches!). Here is the round-up of top sandwiches in the city!

1. THE REUBEN from American Cut

House-made pastrami, fermented slaw, ramp Russian dressing, and Jarlsberg cheese, piled impossibly high on rye bread

2. THE CUBAN from Café Habana

House-marinated roasted pork, sliced ham, swiss, and garlic dill pickles, all dripping with chipotle mayo and pressed on a roll

3. THE SPICY CHICKEN SANDWICH from Sticky’s Finger Joint

Chicken fingers, pickles, Sticky’s sauce, homemade purple slaw, and a healthy dose of hot sauce on a potato bun

4. THE MORNING AFTER from Union Bar & Kitchen

Mad crispy panko-crusted pork cutlet, provolone, a fried egg, hot mustard-infused tonkatsu sauce, and pickled ginger, nestled on an English muffin

5. THE CHEESESTEAK from Whitman’s

Beef Chip steak buried with sautéed onions and covered with melted cheese on a toasted hoagie roll

6. THE MEATLOAF SANDWICH from Fresh Salt

Homemade meatloaf slider piled high with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and mouth-zinging horseradish mayo

7. THE ITALIAN from Alidoro

Prosciutto, soppressata, mozzarella fresher than Will Smith, sweet roasted peppers, and olive paste

8. THE MAINE-STYLE SEAFOOD ROLL from Luke’s Lobster

Seafood sandwiches loaded with fresh lobster, crab, or shrimp (pro-tip: eat all three)

9. THE PB&J from The Jam Stand

The childhood classic you thought you knew, reinvented with blueberry bourbon jam and washed down with a bourbon milk punch

10. THE BLT from Melt Shop

Braised and smoked pork belly, tomatillo relish, and bibb lettuce, topped with mojo mayo because ok yeah let’s do this

11. THE ROAST BEEF SANDWICH from Blue Dog

Roast beef, mozzarella, caramelized onions, and avocado, punched up with curry mayo on ciabatta

12. CUSTOM ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

At Hall of Heroes, even the desserts came in sandwich form. Stack up your own ridiculous frozen ‘wiches with cookies like Snickerdoodle and peanut butter and a whole spread of ice cream flavors, all rolled in even more sugary toppings.