If you know me, then you know I have a serious obsession with this New York City gem-- Balthazar. Let me set the scene for you when I first entered into this ongoing love affair. January 2005, a long snowy weekend in the city with my mom and grandma. One taste of the most fabulous french toast, and I was in heaven.
Fast forward 8 years and more 'mature' taste buds and we've moved on from breakfast to wine. We bought a great bottle of Pinot Gris and enjoyed every last drop over our extended dinner date.
If you ever go to Balthazar, follow this one recommendation-- French Onion Soup. There's no going back once you have tried this, the best $13 you will ever spend. I even have the Balthazar Cookbook, a very thoughtful Christmas gift, and I am determined to attempt this soup and eventually perfect it.
Thanks to a couple of sweet gifts from sweet friends, Joel and I were able to spend a perfect evening at our new city spot. He now fully understands my cravings for this place and can't wait to come back come September.
That smile screams 'I love Balthazer' don't ya think?
Here's a couple of shots from last summer when I spent the summer in NYC. My roommate, close friend, and fellow Balthazar lover would love to pop over on a weekend night, grab dessert and a drink, and people watch. No better way to spend a Saturday night in my book.
So the next time you're in the city make a 9pm reservation at this SOHO eatery and simply enjoy.
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