I Just Want To Eat! 10/27/25 I Just Want To Eat! 10/27/25

Soup Dumplings at Joe’s Ginger in Chinatown, NYC

Located in the heart of Chinatown, Joe’s Ginger is an address to know for authentic Shanghai cuisine, and for soup dumplings. It is not the first time we went to this cash only place, and, each time, we had a delicious meal. So, continuing our culinary day with our friend Alison and her son Connor, we ended there for dinner. The place was quite busy, but we got a table fairly quickly and, after few minutes of our order being placed, the food started to come, the crab and pork soup dumplings ($14.95 for 8) being first. I love soup dumplings: comforting, tasty and fatty, I typically put the dumpling on its side, bit in it to make a little hole and then pour vinegar in it, then slurp the soup and finish with eating the dumpling. The ones at Joe’s Ginger are the same as Joe’s Shanghai as it is the same owner by the way.

Then came the crispy and slightly greasy scallion pancakes ($4.25), that we always order when having chinese food, and the vegetable steamed dumplings ($6.95), that Jodi ordered (not my favorites as I find the shell too thick). But what I was really looking forward to were the dishes that came next: the first one was the vegetables pan fried noodles ($12.95) that were deliciously crispy, and the second one was the Peking duck (half for $34.95). It comes with crepes, onions and cucumber as well as hoisin sauce. To eat it, you spread some sauce on the crepe, put some duck (skin and meat), covered with a bit of onion and cucumber, and fold it like a burrito. When biting into it, the crispy skin releases some fat, and you get a rich, sweet and savory flavor. I simply love it!

Scallion pancakes at Joe’s Ginger in Chinatown, NYC

Steamed veggie dumplings at Joe’s Ginger in Chinatown, NYC

Vegetables pan fried noodles at Joe’s Ginger in Chinatown, NYC

Peking duck at Joe’s Ginger in Chinatown, NYC

Joe’s Ginger remains one of my favorite spots in Chinatown and this cash only place is surely not to be ignored if you want some soup dumplings or delicious Shanghai food.

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Joe’s Ginger - 25 Pell St, New York, NY 10013

I Just Want To Eat! 10/23/25 I Just Want To Eat! 10/23/25

Banh Mi at Banh Pho in Hoboken, NJ

I was looking forward to try Pho Banh in Hoboken, simply because I love Banh Mi, this Vietnamese sandwich made with soft French bread. I was not disappointed: their “special” ($10), made with a generous portion of paté, charsiu and pork patty was flavorful, cucumber and pickled carrots adding some texture, and the cilantro, some freshness. They also have a vegan version, made with sauteed tofu and mushroom, vegan mayo, cilantro, pickled carrot and daikon for also $10, that is a good deal. Only negative with this one is that the tofu is cut in cubes, instead of being long, making it a bit messy to eat. We also had their tofu spring rolls ($7) that were crispy and slightly greasy as expected, that we wrapped in lettuce and mint before bitting into them. Definitely to try! And of course, I could not resist ordering a Vietnamese coffee ($5): think about cafe au lait made with condensed milk for creaminess and sweetness.

Vietnamese coffee at Banh Pho in Hoboken, NJ

Tofu Spring rolls at Banh Pho in Hoboken, NJ

Vegan Banh Mi at Banh Pho in Hoboken, NJ

Special Banh Mi at Banh Pho in Hoboken, NJ

Overall, this was really good: the food was cheap, considering the portion, tasty, and I am definitely looking forward to going back to try some other dishes there.

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Banh Pho - 234 Bloomfield St, Hoboken, NJ 07030

I Just Want To Eat! 10/20/25 I Just Want To Eat! 10/20/25

Arthur and Sons in the West Village, NYC

With three generations of chefs within the same family running a restaurant whose motto is « Now we can eat », Arthur and Sons is the kind of places that screams authenticity. With several locations in the city, it is the West Village one that we decided to try on a Friday evening. Reservation needed. Nice vibe, like your neighborhood restaurant where regular customers are coming for a family style meal. They do have an extensive menu, with plenty of possibilities, when it comes to pasta, to compose your dish: for instance, I chose the spaghetti tomato and basil ($29.95), and added meatballs ($12.95 for 2). I also wanted Parmesan cheese, as they did not propose any, and they came with a nice little plate. I knew at that point that we would pay for it and…I was right! $4.95 was a bit pricey though…At least the dish was delicious: the pasta was perfectly cooked, the sauce had a robust taste, with a very slight acidity, and the meatballs were superb. The eggplant parm ($29.95) is also a must have, very cheesy, and is probably one of the best I had. We even had their eggplant stack alla Arthuro's ($29.95), that is made with eggplant, mozzarella, tomato, peppers and basil, topped with balsamic vinegar. Normally, it has prosciutto, but we asked without.

Eggplant stack alla Arthuro at Arthur and Sons in the West Village, NYC

Spaghetti with meatballs at Arthur and Sons in the West Village, NYC

Eggplant parmesan at Arthur and Sons in the West Village, NYC

With our meal, Jodi had their Italian lemonade with mint ($14), while I had their hazelnut old fashioned ($20) that was really good, with, as advertised, hints of hazelnut.

Italian lemonade with mint at Arthur and Sons in the West Village, NYC

Hazelnut old fashioned at Arthur and Sons in the West Village, NYC

Of course we could not leave without dessert and got their half-mini cannoli plate ($9.95) that had three cannolis that were phenomenal! The shell was crispy and the ricotta filling delicious.

Cannoli at Arthur and Sons in the West Village, NYC

Overall, this was a great meal, a bit pricey, but remember that it is family style. I highly recommend it!

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Arthur and Sons - 38 8th avenue New York, New York 10014

I Just Want To Eat! 10/16/25 I Just Want To Eat! 10/16/25

Blue Anchor in Jersey City

When Blue Anchor opened, few steps from the Hoboken Path Terminal, I was really curious to see what they would have to offer. So we went a few times for brunch and dinner to discover their menu that is mainly about seafood, but with other options, limited for vegetarians. With our meals, I had their OG old fashioned ($16) and the Captain’s colada ($18). For brunch, I wanted a frozé cocktail, but, by the time we finished our meal, it was not ready…

OG Old Fashioned at Blue Anchor in Jersey City

Captain’s Colada at Blue Anchor in Jersey City

So, seafood is the main offering there and I really liked their lobster roll ($30) that was served on a delicious brioche, the lime-coconut aioli being subtle enough that you could taste the lobster that came in big chunks. Their New England clam chowder ($10) was pretty good as well, being creamy, with few bits of clam in the bottom. Their crab cake ($20) is good, but a bit pricey, but there is one appetizer I highly recommend: the infamous fish tacos ($15). The battered cod is perfectly cooked, deliciously crispy, accompanied with coleslaw, grilled corn and topped with pimento aioli. Superb! Their pan seared salmon ($26) with orange beurre blanc is also quite good, served with mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach, the fish was perfectly cooked. For vegetarians, they have pizza, that are more like a flatbread and Jodi loves their vegetarian one ($16), that is made with zucchini, mushroom, onion and ricotta, with a fig glaze.

New England Clam Chowder at Blue Anchor in Jersey City

Lobster roll at Blue Anchor in Jersey City

Fish tacos at Blue Anchor in Jersey City

Zucchini flatbread at Blue Anchor in Jersey City

Dessert is however not something that makes this place stand out, but, they are doing a decent job trying to propose something, even if it looks a bit amateurish. Their key lime pie ($10) was ok, and I preferred their chocolate mousse cake ($10) that had an Oreo crust.

Key lime pie at Blue Anchor in Jersey City

Chocolate mousse cake at Blue Anchor in Jersey City

Overall, the food at Blue Anchor is pretty good, with the tacos and lobster roll being my favorites. This is definitely a nice place to know if you like seafood or want to have a nice dinner with an amazing view of the New York Skyline.

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Blue Anchor - 166 River Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07310

I Just Want To Eat! 10/16/25 I Just Want To Eat! 10/16/25

Cafe Cluny in NYC, NY

With few dishes that are a nod to French cuisine, I would more think that Cafe Cluny serves international food, from burgers to lobster rolls, pasta or these chicken dumplings buffalo style ($19) that are a cross between American and Chinese cuisine. Good idea, but I thought it did not deliver on its promise: the shell was thick as was the filling, giving to the dish a doughy-like texture. Or the burger ($28) where you can add chèvre (goat), gruyère or Roquefort for a French touch: I did add gruyère and Roquefort, each for an additional $2, but the patty was unfortunately a bit overcooked and dry, to the point that I did not finish my dish, that is really rare with me. However, their vegetarian burger ($27) was pretty good, being tasty and not mushy as you sometimes get.

Buffalo chicken dumpling at Cafe Cluny in NYC, NY

With our meal, we got a glass of Rosé ($19) and Jodi a Shirley Temple ($8). I should mention the dessert that was probably the only thing I liked there: we got their cinnamon sugar doughnuts ($16) that were served with a raspberry jam and maple syrup. These doughnuts were deliciously addictive and I did not even need the dipping sauces as they stood on their own.

So, overall, I was disappointed: I did not really like our dishes besides the doughnuts and found it overpriced. I'll pass.

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Cafe Cluny - 284 W 12th St, New York, NY 10014

I Just Want To Eat! 10/9/25 I Just Want To Eat! 10/9/25

La Ripaille in NYC, NY

Meaning “to feast” in French, La Ripaille is one of these iconic French restaurants that have been feeding hungry crowd for decades. Opened in 1980 by Alain Laurent, it fed celebrities coming to the West Village to try not only classic dishes, but also the own creations of the chef, like the Cassolette d’escargots a note facon ($22), where the traditional butter, garlic and parsley sauce is replaced with a tomatoes and cream sauce. Mon Dieu may some people say. Bravo, I say: this was a good twist to a dish you would expect in any French restaurant. The sauce was creamy and comforting, prompting me to ask for some bread. I should pause there and mention the bread. You would for sure expect bread in a French restaurant and I asked for some more so I could enjoy that sauce. Well, I did not notice that I would be charged $6.50 for it. I wish I took a photo to show how overpriced this is: there was probably 1/4 of a baguette. I would not have mind paying if that bread was special, but it was not and was just ok. Disappointing. Anyway, as I ate my snails, Jodi got their Feuillete de champignons sausages à la crème de cognac ($22) that is puff pastry with wild mushroom flambéed in cognac in a cream sauce. I am not sure what they put in it, but the chef made it vegetarian. This was delicious: at the first bite, you get the butteriness and crispness of the puff pastry, followed by the earthiness of the mushrooms and the creaminess of the sauce. Rich, but superb. This is another signature dish of this place. With it, Jodi got their salade du jardin aux pommes acidullee et lamelles d’amandes ($18.50). The salad was ok, a bit overpriced for what it was. On my side, I went for the Noisette d’Agneau Braisée dans son Jus et Bouquetière ($42) or Loin of lamb in own juice, herbs of Provence, organic vegetables

When the dish came, I was a bit surprised, not just because of the portion that was a bit small, but also because the menu mentioned vegetables with a plural and there were only haricot verts. Well, at least, it came with a delicious potato au gratin. The lamb was good, but unfortunately a bit overcooked as I asked for medium-rare. I should mention that I had a Ricard as a drink, a classic French anise spirit (pastis) that turns yellowish when you add water, with an effect similar to anisette or arak.

Mushroom feuillette at La Ripaille in NYC, NY

Dessert was a nice surprise: we got their chocolate mousse facon Le Notre ($15) that was exquisite. It was light, airy, and not too sweet. A must have.

Chocolate mousse at La Ripaille in NYC, NY

Overall, the meal was ok. It is a bit overpriced and I admit that I did not add it to my list of French restaurant recommendations where you would find Benoit, La Sirene or Cognac. But if you are in the neighborhood and absolutely want to eat French food, you can give it a try...

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La Ripaille - 605 Hudson St, New York, NY 10014

I Just Want To Eat! 10/6/25 I Just Want To Eat! 10/6/25

Brunch at San Babila in the UES

Please note that this meal was complimentary. However, I was not obliged to post and the opinion expressed in my blog are 100% my own!

Taking its name from a Roman Catholic church in Milan, San Babila is an Italian coffee shop and restaurant on the Upper East Side that opened in the summer, where Chef Francisco Lamanna crafted a modern Italian menu. I admit that, as we entered, I saw that cozy coffee shop with mouth watering pastries facing the window, and thought that was it, until they pulled back a heavy curtain that was hiding a nice and warm dining room. I got the opportunity to try their brunch, that they started to serve a couple of weeks ago and was surprised by a couple of dishes that are worth a visit…or two…or three! We started off with drinks: Jodi got a chai latte ($5.75), while I settled for a Cimbali martini ($19) that is an espresso martini,La Cimbali being the name of their espresso machine, coming straight from Milan.

Cimbali martini at San Babila in the UES

Jodi got their artichoke salad ($22) that was composed of arugula, avocado, mint and a generous amount of pecorino cheese on top, next to deliciously crispy artichokes. Superb. On my side, I did not hesitate and went for the octopus burger ($30), an original creation of the chef. The perfectly grilled octopus was sandwiched between broccoli rabe and stracciatella cheese, and topped with tartare sauce. This is a must have if like me you love octopus and are looking for something unusual. We also shared the challah French toast ($20) that was one of the best I had in a long time: it was slightly crispy and caramelized on the outside, and very eggy on the inside, with candied orange and blood orange giving that Italian twist to a must have dish. I was already full, but, I could not resist their offer to try a Nutella bombolone that was sublime, the doughnut being light and airy, filled with a generous amount of Nutella, perfect with an espresso.

Artichoke salad at San Babila in the UES

Challah French toast at San Babila in the UES

Nutella bombolone at San Babila in the UES

I was glad we walked after such a meal! The brunch at San Babila is not to miss, and I am sure that their dinner is equally delicious.

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San Babila - 1355 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10021

I Just Want To Eat! 10/2/25 I Just Want To Eat! 10/2/25

Mama Mezze in NYC, NY

Result of the collaboration between the team behind La Pecora Bianca (that is few steps from there) and Chef Einat Admony, from Balaboosta and Taim, Mama Mezze serves Mediterranean cuisine. The space is quite large and bright, with a fake orange tree in the middle of the dining room that makes you forget you are in New York. The menu is also exciting with so many mouth watering dishes you just want to…

Result of the collaboration between the team behind La Pecora Bianca (that is few steps from there) and Chef Einat Admony, from Balaboosta and Taim, Mama Mezze serves Mediterranean cuisine. The space is quite large and bright, with a fake orange tree in the middle of the dining room that makes you forget you are in New York. The menu is also exciting with so many mouth watering dishes you just want to order everything and showcases the Chef’s culinary skills, inspired by her Israeli, Persian and Yemeni roots. The hummus ($14) for instance, that is, like at Balaboosta, creamy, is served with za’atar laffa, an Iraqi-jewish bread thicker and chewer than pita that was delicious. The Jerusalem bagel, served with labneh ($8) is another bread that is good to try, recognizable with its ring shape and sesame layer that give it a nutty taste. These two can be shared, as is the crispy latke ($12). This dish is a good twist on potato latke. The latke itself was deliciously crispy, slightly greasy as expected, sitting on a sauce made with apple and sour cream. I’ll pass on the Greek salad ($19) that, although probably good, has nothing to stand out, preferring the mediterranean chopped salad ($18), made with tomato, cucumber, red pepper, red onion and toasted freaked, , a cereal food made from durum wheat, that was topped with mint and tahini: quite good. But let’s focus now on the sandwiches: the falafel sandwich ($19) is really good, that is not surprising considering Chef Admony also owns Taim that is known for having some of the best falafel in the city. But the chicken shawarma sandwich ($23) is not to be missed. From the pillowy pita to the delicious chicken that was marinated in amba, a pickled unripened mango sauce, it was superb. Both sandwiches were accompanied by za'atar fries that were quite good, being slightly crunchy. They also have large plates like the Savta's chicken schnitzel ($28) or "grandmother" schnitzel that was phenomenal. Served with mashed potatoes and a red cabbage slaw, it was crispy on the outside, while the pounded chicken remained moist. A must have. Another thing to try is their skewers. Cooked in their wood fire grill, they are accompanied by roasted vegetables, tahini, zhug (Yemenite cilantro and parsley sauce) and mama's rice that is rice mixed with lentils, crispy shallots and caramelized onions. You get two skewers and can choose between lemon-oregano chicken ($28), Persian-lime glazed salmon ($32), adobo-rubbed skirt steak ($36) and honey-harissa jumbo shrimp ($34). I went for the latter and did not regret it: the shrimp, perfectly cooked were a bit spicy, so I used the tahini to counterbalance a bit the heat. But it was so good, you could not stop eating. And that rice! This was a delicious rice, packed with flavors, that you can also get as a side.

Mediterranean chopped salad at Mama Mezze in NYC, NY

Hummus and laffa at Mama Mezze in NYC, NY

Falafel sandwich in a pita and fries at Mama Mezze in NYC, NY

Chicken shawarma sandwich and fries at Mama Mezze in NYC, NY

Savta’s shnitzel at Mama Mezze in NYC, NY

Harissa shrimp skewer at Mama Mezze in NYC, NY

With our meal, we got some drinks: a must have is their espresso martini ($19) made with tahini, simply called Espresso Tahini, and I also loved the Rocking Kasbah ($18), made with rum, ginger, za'atar and a ginger foam, two cocktails among others that definitely embrace the theme of the restaurant. I also liked the levantine Spritz ($18), that is made with Tequila, Aperol, orange, grapefruit and champagne rosé. For non-alcoholic beverages, they do have a lemonade ($5) that is quite good, not too tart and not too sweet.

Espresso tahini cocktail at Mama Mezze in NYC, NY

Levantine spritz at Mama Mezze in NYC, NY

Rocking Kasbah cocktail at Mama Mezze in NYC, NY

Dessert is not to be missed. For dinner, their sesame chocolate tart ($14) is rich and nutty, topped with some shredded halva that I love (totally different from store bought). Then, for brunch, they have a Nutella babka ($8) that is quite big, with lots of Nutella in it, especially in the center, that is the best part to get to.

Sesame chocolate tart at Mama Mezze in NYC, NY

Overall, Mama Mezze is a great addition to the New York food scene, showcasing the culinary mastery of Chef Admony and bridging many cuisines in an incredible menu. I simply love it!

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Mama Mezze - 1123 Broadway, New York, NY 10010

I Just Want To Eat! 9/29/25 I Just Want To Eat! 9/29/25

Liberty Prime Steakhouse in Jersey City, NJ

Jersey City has quite a lot of nice restaurants worth a trip across the Hudson River and Liberty Prime Steakhouse is surely one of them. Opened since 2013, it definitely has the feel of a classic steakhouse: dimmed lights, dark leather (I love the small booth for couples) and a wait staff that you may wonder if you saw them in another steakhouse before…At least, to prevent patrons to complain about the light, they provide a convenient backlit menu that is classic, going from raw seafood, steakhouse expected appetizers like bacon or, as a special, crab cakes, to soups and salad, meat, finishing with a plethora of sides. There are few vegetarian options, but Jodi decided to focus on sides: grilled asparagus ($9), sautéed mushrooms ($9), white truffle cheddar Mac and cheese ($9) and potato au gratin ($9). The first two were fine, but the last two were disappointing: the Mac and cheese was just ok, with no truffle hints and not as creamy as expected and the potato au gratin not a real gratin for me, lacking cheese mainly, although bathed in a generous amount of cream. Knowing that I was raised in the area where gratin dauphinois is made, my expectation for such dish is high. However, their dry-aged bone-in ribeye ($60) was phenomenal! Cooked with garlic, shallot, rosemary and other various herbs, it was perfectly cooked medium-rare, juicy, with a nice char, and so tender that it melted in my mouth. I should mention that before that, I had a lobster bisque ($16) that had a touch of Hennessy in it. That lobster bisque was a good way to start the meal, warm, creamy, with chunks of lobster and a slight heat in the back of my throat. Pairing well with my meal was a glass of Pinot noir (J Vineyard- California 2017 for $14).

Lobster bisque at Liberty Prime Steakhouse in Jersey City, NJ

Ribeye at Liberty Prime Steakhouse in Jersey City, NJ

Potato au gratin at Liberty Prime Steakhouse in Jersey City, NJ

Mushrooms at Liberty Prime Steakhouse in Jersey City, NJ

Mac and cheese at Liberty Prime Steakhouse in Jersey City, NJ

Asparagus at Liberty Prime Steakhouse in Jersey City, NJ

Of course we could not leave without trying desserts and their coconut crème brûlée was the perfect way to end the meal: creamy, well set, with a nice crust on top that I enjoyed cracking with my spoon.

Coconut creme brulee at Liberty Prime Steakhouse in Jersey City, NJ

So, even if I was disappointed with some of the sides we had, I really enjoyed my meal at Liberty Prime Steakhouse: that steak alone was worth it and they had lots of other sides to try anyway. I definitely recommend it!

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Liberty Prime Steakhouse - 111 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ 07302

I Just Want To Eat! 9/25/25 I Just Want To Eat! 9/25/25

Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

“You are what you eat” is how the mission statement of Heritage Grand Bakery, “Quality, health and tradition” was inspired from. Using ancient grains for its bread (the ancient grain bread is my favorite, but the focaccia they serve at the restaurant is also delicious with butter and olive oil), it is not just a bakery: next door is a restaurant that serves some delicious mediterranean cuisine showcased in an overwhelmingly mouth watering menu. We went there over a period of time, so, know that the menu changes from time to time and some of the items below might not be proposed anymore for few months, until they come back. Like the linguine alle vongole ($28), that is always a dish I am looking forward to try. The perfectly cooked pasta is deliciously bathed in a garlic and white wine sauce, with breadcrumbs giving an additional texture to it. It would be an incomplete description if I did not mention the little neck clams that were also well cooked, clean (I hate when you get sand in it) and properly portioned. The mushroom spaghetti ($25), made with ancient grain, and accompanied with roasted mushrooms and Parmesan is also not to be missed: comforting and earthy, it is a nice vegetarian option. Talking about vegetarian, they have indeed plenty of options, like the crispy Brussels sprouts ($16), covered with tahini, or the zucchini carpaccio, that, although interesting was my least favorite, missing a bit of seasoning. Like many restaurants, they also offer a charred cauliflower ($18), serve with baby arugula, capers and tahini. Quite good, and we were glad they did not make it spicy like many restaurants do. Continuing on the Italian theme, their Milanese chicken ($27) is worth a meal: the pounded breast is covered with ancient grains breadcrumbs before being fried, and served with arugula, pickled red onion, grape tomatoes, sweet drop pepper, basil, capers and shaved parmigiano. Crispy, perfectly cooked, it was simply delicious. Now, let's talk about pizza. I remember that the first time we went there, back in 2023, I did not like their pizza crust. However, now, I love it: puffed on the side and nicely charred in their wood fire oven, covered in a delicious tomato sauce, the look and the taste makes all the difference. The stracciatella ($25), topped with creamy mozzarella rags and Parmesan is fantastic, giving that refreshing and unctuous feel when you bite in it, and they used to have an eggplant one that was quite amazing as well.

Focaccia at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Crispy brussels sprouts at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Zucchini carpaccio at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Mushroom spaghetti at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Linguine alle vongole at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Stracciatella pizza at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Eggplant pizza at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Lamb flatbread at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

I should mention their drinks that are creative, like the chai old fashioned ($18) that is good, but I admit that I was looking for more chai flavor, or my favorite, being a coffee drinker: the Eveil eye espresso martini ($18). More refreshing is the Hemingway Daiquiri ($18) that is made with rum and grapefruit. They also have mocktails, and I only tried the Floradora ($12), made with raspberry, pineapple, lemon, soda.

Chai old fashioned at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Hemingway daiquiri at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Evil eye espresso martini at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Floradora mocktail at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

For desserts, I am a bit on the fence: I used to like the way they did it at the beginning, where you could choose your dessert at the bakery, giving you more choices, even if at the end of the day you could only pick what was left. They do have an olive oil cake ($12), that is good, but I find it a little dense, and their cheesecake ($12) is decent, but, once you tried the one at Junior's, it is tough to match. The warm apple tart ($12) though is pretty good, not too sweet, with a nicely flakey crust.

Olive oil cake at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Cheesecake at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Apple tart at Heritage Grand Bakery in NYC, NY

Overall, the food at Heritage Grand Bakery is quite good, with their pizza and pasta being the stars. The bakery itself has not only great breads, but also good cakes. I am not ecstatic about their croissant and chocolate croissant, but their cinnamon rolls, kouign aman (croissant dough with even more butter) and pain suisse are a must have. I definitely recommend it!

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Heritage Grand Bakery - 8 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018

I Just Want To Eat! 9/22/25 I Just Want To Eat! 9/22/25

Antoya Korean BBQ in NYC, NY

When I got an invite to go for dinner at Antoya a Korean BBQ located in Korea Town, I was quite excited as I love Korean BBQ, that I discovered many years ago when going to Seoul for work. Meaning “My dear Antonio”, Antoya is the construct between “Anto” part of the name “Antonio”, the son’s owner and “Ya”, a common Korean suffix added to the end of a child's name when you call them. Opened in 2018, it was on Michelin’s Bib Gourmand list in both 2021 and 2022, proposing an extensive menu of Korean dishes, from stews to BBQ, and an array of cocktails showcasing…

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Pear Gimlet at Antoya Korean BBQ in NYC, NY

The meal started with Banchan, these small dishes that are traditionally served in Korean restaurants at the beginning of a meal. It is always interesting to see what they will serve as every restaurant is different, besides serving kimchi, that is always a favorite of mine. Then, for appetizers, we tried the egg souffle ($6.99) that was light and pillowy, as well as the scallion pancakes ($17.99) that were delightfully crispy (know that you can add seafood to them for an additional $4). The stir-fried glass noodles with mushroom ($17.99) are also a nice way to start, the dish being served cold.

Scallion pancakes at Antoya Korean BBQ in NYC, NY

Stir-fried glass noodles at Antoya Korean BBQ in NYC, NY

Egg souffle at Antoya Korean BBQ in NYC, NY

But what I was really looking forward to try was the BBQ. I tried the marinated short-rib ($54.99) and the lamb chops ($51.99). The marinated short rib is one of their signature BBQ and I understood why at first bite: the meat was tender and juicy, simply amazing. The lamb chops were delicious as well, and I admit that I never noticed lamb chops on Korean BBQ menu. They were good, but I have to say that, if I had to choose, I would definitely pick the short-ribs, that I highly recommend.

Lamb chops at Antoya Korean BBQ in NYC, NY

Marinated short ribs at Antoya Korean BBQ in NYC, NY

Overall, it was a great meal: the food was delicious and it is always a nice and exciting when you watch them cook the meat for you on the grill. Antoya is definitely a place to know and if you go, I highly recommend the short ribs!

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Antoya Korean BBQ - 37 W 32nd St, New York, NY 10001

I Just Want To Eat! 9/18/25 I Just Want To Eat! 9/18/25

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in Hoboken, NJ

I remember the time there was this place selling ice cream downtown New York that everyone was talking about that we decided to try. At the time, I thought that it was worth going back there, even if I did not like everything. This was in 2014. Since then, I have been a big fan of this place, their ice cream being delicious. If you follow me on Instagram, you probably saw few times my stories, holding my favorite: the praline butter cake. What started with a yellow food truck has grown quite fast, with shops in not just New York, but California, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Florida, Tennessee, Georgia, etc. Of course, New Jersey was not forgotten, with their last venture in Hoboken. I could not be happier.

First, I love the decor, that is colorful, with pink and yellow being the main colors, giving a bit of a nostalgia to this place that makes artisanal ice cream. Then, it is the ice cream, with their vegan ice cream as good as the others and flavors quite interesting, like the vegan banana bread pudding that Jodi had with sprinkles on top (where do you find an ice cream shop that puts so many?), that I am sure would recognize in a blind taste. The cookies and cream is also good, as a scoop or in a milkshake, but I admit that I had better. They also have sundaes: the Sicilian Pistachio is my favorite, but I also like the vanilla chocolate hazelnut, being a huge fan of anything Nutella.

Praline butter cake at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in Hoboken, NJ

Vegan banana bread pudding at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in Hoboken, NJ

Cookies and cream at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in Hoboken, NJ

Cookies and cream milkshake at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in Hoboken, NJ

Vanilla chocolate sundae at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in Hoboken, NJ

Sicilian Pistachio sundae at Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in Hoboken, NJ

These are just a few flavors I tried at Van Leeuwen, and their creativity is endless, with many vegan flavors being as good as regular ice cream. Their motto is “A life without anything good is bad” and in this case, good would equate to another visit…

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Van Leeuwen Ice Cream - 537 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ 07030

I Just Want To Eat! 9/15/25 I Just Want To Eat! 9/15/25

Product Review: Amzchef Nut Milk Maker

Amzchef sent me a nut milk maker to review and I surely tried it extensively! As I drink soy milk and almond milk, I was curious to see how this small appliance would perform and I was not disappointed: the soy milk and almond milk I made was creamier than what I get at Trader Joe’s and the process was quite easy.

Please note that, although this product was sent to me complimentary, I was not obliged to post and the opinions expressed in my blog are 100% my own!

For the soy milk, I bought some dried soybeans that I soaked all night and rinsed before mixing them with water. And then I let the nut milk maker do its magic. I applied the same process for the almond milk, using roasted almonds and adding a bit of cinnamon and cardamon in the water. Both need to be strained with the strainer that comes with the maker. However, for the almond milk, I kept the husk that was the result of the straining process, put it back in the maker, added some water and restarted the process again, giving me even more almond milk!

Soy milk made with the Amzchef Nut Milk Maker

Almond milk made with the Amzchef Nut Milk Maker

With this appliance, you can also boil water, so I made a tea, or make juices, like the apple juice I made using two apples and some water. The result was good, but you need to add sugar for sure. There is much more you can do with it, like porridge or corn milk: just let your creativity take over!

Boiling water with the Amzchef Nut Milk Maker

Apple juice with the Amzchef Nut Milk Maker

I should mention the cleaning process that is great as it has a cleaning function: simply put some dish soap and water and let the machine do its thing; you will just need to rinse, et voila! The short video below will give you some more information about this nut milk maker that can be found on Amazon or on the Amzchef website.

I Just Want To Eat! 9/11/25 I Just Want To Eat! 9/11/25

Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

I hate restaurants like Aarzu! Once you eat there, not only do you regret they are not in your neighborhood and but it will also ruin any future experience you will have in an Indian restaurant. Well, when you know that Aarzu means “desire” in Hindi, you know a curse is upon you. A culinary curse. I admit that I did not expect such an incredible meal.

The menu is for the most part original, with several classics like the butter chicken ($26) or the lamb roganjosh ($30) that were really good, but quite usual. The appetizers were really what stoked me the most. Take the Dahi Vada ($9), a lentil fritter drenched in a sweet yogurt sauce with cumin. It was topped with a crunchy flower that gave the dish an immediate elegance, like a piece of art you will have to destroy with your fork. Same for the avocado mango bhel ($15), where the puffed rice not only shaped the dish, but gave it a delightful texture. But the two next dishes were even more surprising. The duck taco ($16) was a meeting between Indian (with the spices), Chinese with the Peking duck concept and hoisin sauce (it was mixed with tamarind) and Mexican for the name as it was not a tortilla, but 4 small paratha, a flaky, unleavened flat bread that has a little crunch. Packed in flavors, this is a dish not to miss. The second dish was the eggplant chaat ($16), where small eggplant chips where mixed with pomegranate, date chutney and candied ginger, giving it a sweet and savory taste without overpowering the eggplant that remained the star of the dish. They also have a nice selection of tandoor dishes, like chicken seekh ($26 - minced chicken kebab), but their lamb chops ($32) are definitely a must have: perfectly cooked, nicely charred and deliciously fatty. Like every Indian restaurant, they have a large selection of vegetarian dishes, some I did not really see anywhere else and some vegan, like the vegetable moilee ($24) that is a vegetable medley cooked in a coconut sauce or the Batthi ka paneer ($25) that is cottage cheese in a smoked tomato sauce (this one is not vegan). Both were delicious with some butter naan ($5) or rice.

Dahi vada at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Avocado mago bhel at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Eggplant chaat at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Duck taco at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Chicken seekh at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Lamb chops at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Butter chicken at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Lamb roganjosh at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Vegetable medley at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Batthi ka paneer at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Dal tadka at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Butter naan at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Of course, I had to have a mango lassi ($8) that was decent, and Jodi got a masala chai ($5) with dessert: their Angoori gulab jamun ($10). The fried milk balls were delicious, but, instead of the classic sweet syrup, they sat in a saffron rabri that was a sauce with the texture of a crème anglaise. Different, it cut a bit on the sweetness of the fried balls.

Mango lassi at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Chai at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Gulab jamun at Aarzu, Modern Indian Bistro in Freehold, NJ

Overall, this was a fantastic meal: the food was outstanding, with maybe the lentils fritters being my least favorite, the lamb chops and eggplant chaat, among over things, being a must have. I should point out the service was on point, making you feel welcome. I highly recommend this place!

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Aarzu - 30 E Main St, Freehold, NJ 07728

I Just Want To Eat! 9/8/25 I Just Want To Eat! 9/8/25

Balaboosta, Israeli restaurant in NYC, NY

Meaning « perfect housewife » in Yiddish, balaboosta celebrates wife and mothers who are « the fearless emotional center of her family, who makes sure her table is not only full of gorgeous food, but also full of friends, love, laughter». A celebration that chef Einat Admoni, a James Beard Award finalist, showcases with incredible food inspired from Israel, but also her Persian and Yemeni roots.

So, don’t be surprised to see Yemenite soup dumplings ($19) on their menu, a creative dish from the Chef to merge Yemeni and Chinese culture, but, instead of being filled with pork or crab, they are filled with beef and a soup made with Hawajj, a Yemeni spice blend composed of cumin, cardamon, coriander, turmeric and black pepper. Then, instead of vinegar, it is accompanied with hibleh, a condiment made with fenugreek. These dumplings are simply magnificent: I just ate a whole at once and it was an explosion of flavors in my mouth, getting as well a bit of fattiness that make soup dumplings delicious. Original is also their calamari ($29) that is served with lamb belly: a sort of surf and turf where the perfectly cooked calamari paired perfectly with the meat, that gave a bolder taste to the dish, while crispy shallots added some texture. All of this was sitting on an amba aioli for a bit of acidity, that I discovered is an Iraqi-Jewish sauce made from pickled greens mangoes, vinegar, and a blend of aromatic spices like turmeric and fenugreek. Superb!

Yemenite soup dumplings at Balaboosta in NYC, NY

They also have a bunch of vegetarian dishes, like the cauliflower ($19), that now every restaurant needs to have on its menu, but this one was a bit different: slightly cooked, so still crispy, it was marinated in chermoula, a flavorful and aromatic North African marinade that originated in Morocco, and is popular in Tunisia, Algeria, and Libya. Their hummus ($17) is also a must have: there is not question that hummus is best homemade. Topped with chickpeas, green s’chug (a green hot pepper sauce) and tahini, it was delightfully creamy, served with a homemade pita that was pillowy. After all this, we could not leave without trying one of their desserts and decided to go for the tahini creme brulee ($14) that was topped with shredded halva.

Tahini creme brûlée at Balaboosta in NYC, NY

The creme brulee was delicious, creamy, with the top being perfectly torched, giving some added sweetness. But, I admit that one of the element I was really looking forward to is the shredded halva. It had the texture of a thicker cotton candy and was not too sweet, adding some texture to the creme brulee. In fact, for brunch, they serve this amazing Kataïf French Toast ($19) that is also topped with shredded halva. Made with challah bread and accompanied with macerated berries and whipped cream. This is one the best French toasts I had an I surely recommend it. They also have an Eggplant Shakshuka ($23) that is not to be ignored. Made also with eggs, peppers, tomatoes, feta, sour dough toast, it is a very comforting dish.

KAtaif French toast at Balaboosta in NYC, NY

Eggplant shakshuka at Balaboosta in NYC, NY

I should mention the drinks they serve there: the limonana ($10), made with lemon, lime and mint syrup is an interesting take on lemonade, while the Yarok ($10) is quite refreshing, as made with cucumber, fresh ginger and lemon. I also tried their Mensh cocktail ($20), that is a take on an old fashioned, but with black Arak as well, adding a nice anise flavor to the drink.

Brunch and dinner at Balaboosta were equally delicious: the food there is surprising, showcasing the creativity of Chef Admoni, bridging culinary cultures with brio.

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Balaboosta - 611 Hudson St, New York, NY 10014

I Just Want To Eat! 9/4/25 I Just Want To Eat! 9/4/25

Calle Dao Bryant Park

Serving Cuban Chinese fusion in homage to the Chinese community that was once thriving in the Cuban capital, Havana, Calle Dao is not unknown to me. Cuban Chinese is not that common and people are always surprised when I mention such restaurant, forgetting that the long closed La Caridad was quite popular in New York at some point, being even mentioned in shows like Seinfeld. But Calle Dao is a bit different than La Caridad, a level above when it comes to dishes…and prices. Their black rice paella ($37) has been on the menu for years and is surely not to be missed with its clams, shrimp, calamari, mojo rojo and crema, in which you can add a grilled miso butter lobster (+$15) to make it even more decadent. If like me, you love lobster, you can get their lobster noodles ($39) that lobster is in miso butter with crispy shallots, shiitake mushroom, pepper, onions, Chinese broccoli and sautéed lo mein Noodles. What I would surely not miss is their fantastic Cuban fried rice ($30), that is one of my favorites, made with shrimp, pulled pork, Spam, maduros, onion, bell pepper, egg, and cilantro crema. Every bite is packed with different flavors from this surf and turf version of a classic Chinese dish. Each time we went, Jodi got their mushroom noodles ($29), that are shiitake mushrooms served with Chinese broccoli and Lo Mein noodles, dressed in garlic hoisin sauce. This is a great vegetarian dish, comforting and flavorful. For appetizers, I love their crispy shiitake wonton ($14), another vegetarian dish, and their tostones ($10), served with house mojo sauce, that you can find in the sides section. For desserts, we just tried their tres leches ($13) that is really good, perfectly soaked in this delightful three milk melange. I should mention their cocktails that change from time to time. My favorite was the Clave ($10) that was made with rum and coffee, but is unfortunately not anymore on the menu. But the Opium ($19), made with bourbon, tamarind, Ruby Red grapefruit, lemon and poppy seeds is worth a try.

Mushroom noodles at Calle Dao Bryant Park

Lobster noodles at Calle Dao Bryant Park

Cuban fried rice at Calle Dao Bryant Park

Overall, a meal at Calle Dao is always a good experience: the food and drinks are good and original. I recommend you get a reservation though as it can be crowded, especially on Friday night. If not, it is worth the wait…

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Calle Dao Bryant Park - 38 W 39th St, New York, NY 10018

I Just Want To Eat! 9/1/25 I Just Want To Eat! 9/1/25

Gotan in Hoboken, NJ

Serving Mediterranean cuisine, Gotan is not unknown to me as I discovered this place few years ago in New York, where the owner, Rami Rosen, had several locations, before closing a few when COVID hit. Another place I knew of him is Yuki’s Coffee and Bakery in Hoboken, located few steps from the largest space the restaurant has ever occupied, with 5,000 square feet and two floors. The food there is fantastic, with two favorites of mine: the Gotan breakfast ($16.50), composed of an egg over easy, a Mediterranean salad, labneh, potatoes and a fluffy pita that is also served with my second favorite: the shakshuka ($18). This dish is a bit different from my family recipe that is a stew made with roasted peppers, tomatoes and garlic, mainly eaten cold. At Gotan, the tomato stew is topped with tahini, chimichurri and pine nuts, served with two eggs poached in this heavenly delicious stew. If you prefer a sandwich, the falafel one, although classic is really good, but, a more original is the halloumi & grilled pepper, made with roasted halloumi cheese, grilled red pepper, onion, watercress, tahini, parsley pesto and olive tapenade. They also have more classic Mediterranean dishes like their hummus and peppers ($16.50) where their hummus is nice and creamy, and of course, they have an avocado toast ($14.50) that seems to be what any restaurant needs to have on their brunch menu in the past few years, this one being topped with feta cheese and mint to give a Mediterranean flair. They also serve coffee and tea, but, each time we went, we got their spearmint lemonade ($5) that was perfectly made, not too tart, not too sweet.

Hummus and peppers platter at Gotan in Hoboken, NJ

Halloumi sandwich t Gotan in Hoboken, NJ

Falafel sandwich at Gotan in Hoboken, NJ

So, definitely, Gotan is a nice addition to the Hoboken restaurant scene and, even if a bit off the beaten path, it is worth a visit.

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Gotan - 770 Jackson St, Hoboken, NJ 07030

I Just Want To Eat! 8/28/25 I Just Want To Eat! 8/28/25

Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

front of Istanbul Doner Kebab restaurant in Hoboken, NJ — Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

First was DoneRight Döner Kebab, and now we have Istanbul Doner Kebab, with a location that is more off the beaten path as it is on 8th, between Madison and Jefferson. Both restaurants serve Turkish doner, but the comparison might stop there as Istanbul Doner Kebab is not a fast casual place as DoneRight is. From the outside, I thought it was small, but in fact they have a decent size dining room, dominated by beautiful Turkish lamps. Their menu has a few vegetarian options, like the dips (hummus, babaganouj, cacik - that is cucumber and yogurt-, labneh) or Ezme -a tomato and peppers salad. I just wished they had a sampler to try some of them. What I loved is their cigara borek ($11), these Turkish cheese rolls that were delightfully crispy and not greasy, perfect to start a meal. Continuing with vegetarian options, they have falafel that you can get in pita or lavash ($12) or as a side (4 for $8). These homemade falafels that do not have the usual spherical shape were slightly crispy on the outside and moist inside. The sandwich was good but was missing a bit of sauce (by the way, with your sandwich, you can choose your sauce from cacik, tahini, garlic or acili that is a spicy sauce). You can also opt for a shepherd salad, made with tomato, pepper, cucumber, red onions and parsley (the small one, $9, is a nice portion). A dish I really wanted to try was Iskender, a classic Turkish dish that is layered with pita in the bottom, sliced lamb, topped with tomato sauce and accompanied with yogurt. Interesting dish to try, but I admit that it was just ok for me: the pita was a bit soggy and the lamb was overpowered by the tomato sauce that did not really taste homemade. The lamb doner sandwich ($15) though was quite good, but there was not enough tahini sauce, no pickles (mentioned in the menu) and barely any salad and onion. Their lamb though was superb!

Pita served with meal in a Turkish restaurant in Hoboken, NJ — Pita at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

Falafel at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

Shepherd salad at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

Borek at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

Falafel sandwich at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

Lamb done sandwich at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

Iskender at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

With our meals, we tried their Turkish orange soda, and Ayran, a yogurt drink I always get when having Turkish food.

Orange soda at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

Ayran at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

Of course we could not leave without trying their desserts. The baklava was delicious, perfect with a medium sweet Turkish coffee, but I was really curious to try Annes Helva, a Turkish dessert I do not recall seeing on a menu. This dessert made with semolina and tahini, topped with chocolate ice cream was good, but not something I would reorder. I would more go for the baklava.

Baklava at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

Annes helva at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

Turkish coffee at Istanbul Doner Kebab in Hoboken, NJ

Overall, the food was good, with definitely some major differences with DoneRight where I would probably go for the doner, but Istanbul Doner Kebab has more dishes and would be a better spot for a sit down dinner.

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Istanbul Doner Kebab - 505 8th St, Hoboken, NJ 07030

I Just Want To Eat! 8/25/25 I Just Want To Eat! 8/25/25

The Greek Spot in Manalapan, NJ

If you are around Manalapan in New Jersey, you may want to stop by The Greek Spot: this unassuming restaurant serves delicious food. We were there on a Saturday for lunch and had a great meal from their extensive menu. We started off with their zucchini fritters ($11) that were a lunch special. I did not expect seeing a small fried patty. Served with tzatziki, it was very slightly crispy on the outside, hiding a filling made with course zucchini, but also parsley, onion, dill, covered in breadcrumbs. They do have other vegetarian dishes (the fritters were vegan, not the tzatziki), like the Greek pita bowl ($17) that was composed of rice, house salad, hummus, pita and falafel (you can choose chicken or lamb instead). Their lemon chicken ($18) is pretty good, but my favorite was the lamb youvetsi ($25) that is a lamb shank braised in tomato sauce with cumin and cinnamon, over orzo. The lamb was falling off the bone, and the sauce was comforting, with a bold flavor enhanced by the spices. A must have. The only thing I did not like was their baklava ($6) that was a bit dry, and with too much walnuts. I had it with a Greek tea that was medium sweet. This was definitely a great find and this is definitely a restaurant I would go to if I was in that area or in Red Bank or Ocean Township, where they also have locations.

Zucchini fritters at The Greek Spot in Manalapan, NJ

Greek Pita bowl at The Greek Spot in Manalapan, NJ

Lemon chicken at The Greek Spot in Manalapan, NJ

Lamb youvetsi at The Greek Spot in Manalapan, NJ

Baklava at The Greek Spot in Manalapan, NJ

Turkish coffee at The Greek Spot in Manalapan, NJ

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The Greek Spot - 130 NJ-33 #6, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726

I Just Want To Eat! 8/24/25 I Just Want To Eat! 8/24/25

Product Review: Portable Desktop Kitchen Range Hood with 4-speed from Amzchef

Amzchef sent me their new Portable Desktop Kitchen Range Hood to try and I admit that it is even better than the previous one (review here), that I use regularly, as I think that it does a better job than the one I have on top of my stove. This one has 4 speeds, from low to high, ensuring adequate suction based on the type of food you are cooking. It is also perfect if you have a small kitchen or in an RV. The video below will show you how to use it and, at the end, you will see it in action!

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If you are interested in buying it, go to:

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Amzchef website

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