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Displaying all articles tagged:
The Cecil
openings
July 15, 2019
A Harlem Chef Returns to the Neighborhood That Made Him
“I hope FieldTrip becomes a cult,” chef J.J. Johnson says of his new venture. “And that people in other communities are like, ‘We need this here.’”
By
Nikita Richardson
openings
Aug. 22, 2018
One of NYC’s Most Talented Chefs Just Surprise-Opened His New Restaurant
J.J. Johnson’s African-focused cuisine lands in Nomad’s Life Hotel.
By
Nikita Richardson
interviews
Dec. 12, 2016
Why the Cecil in Harlem — One of NYC’s Most Celebrated Restaurants — Will Close
Acclaimed chef Joseph “JJ” Johnson will shift his focus to nearby Minton’s.
By
Sierra Tishgart
grub guides
Aug. 7, 2016
A Guide to Harlem’s New Wave of African Restaurants
Long a hub of Senegalese cooking, it’s now home to a wider range of spots specializing in various cuisines of the world’s second-largest continent.
By
Hugh Merwin
Ch-Ch-Changes
Feb. 18, 2016
The Cecil’s Menu Makeover
“I want the culinary world to know that Afro-Asian-American cooking is not one-dimensional.”
By
Sierra Tishgart
Celebrity Settings
Nov. 13, 2015
The Backstreet Boys Reunite at Beauty & Essex; Sienna Miller Hits Kappo Masa
This week’s Celebrity Settings.
By
Vanessa Karalis
Video Feed
July 6, 2015
Watch the Cecil’s JJ Johnson Discuss Harlem’s Food Scene and His
Grub Street’s Sierra Tishgart interviewed him for ‘CBS This Morning.’
By
Grub Street
The Grub Street Diet
Oct. 17, 2014
Chef Sean Brock Eats Bologna in Nashville and Blood Sausage in New York
“I got my regular order: meatloaf with Creole sauce, mashed potatoes, green beans, fried green tomatoes, white beans, corn pudding, and sweet tea.”
By
Sierra Tishgart
Grub Guides
Feb. 26, 2014
Beyond Carrot Cake: 14 Surprisingly Great Vegetable Desserts in New York
Fennel-baked Alaska, parsnip ice cream, and eggplant tiramisu.
By
Khushbu Shah
The Other Critics
Feb. 26, 2014
The Other Critics: Pete Wells Gives Dover Two Stars; Alan Richman Explores
Plus: a so-so review of All’onda, and more, in this week’s roundup.
By
Khushbu Shah
Grub Guides
Feb. 13, 2014
Bundle Up: 25 Stellar Restaurants With Openings Tonight
Annisa, Gramercy Tavern, Contra, and more.
By
Khushbu Shah
The Other Critics
Feb. 12, 2014
The Other Critics: Wells Loves Gotham West Market; Richman Enjoys Mission
Plus: Sutton praises Contra, and more, in this week’s roundup.
By
Khushbu Shah
Grub Guides
Feb. 4, 2014
Bottle Service: The Top Wines for $50 or Less at 12 Great New Restaurants
Christie’s rare-wine specialist picked his favorites.
By
Sierra Tishgart
Grub Guides
Jan. 23, 2014
Ribs, Belly, Shoulder, and More: 14 Fantastic New Lamb Dishes
Ribs at Estela, tacos at Mission Cantina, and wood-grilled chops at Marco’s.
By
Sierra Tishgart
The Other Critics
Dec. 11, 2013
The Other Critics: Wells Gives Four Stars to Sushi Nakazawa; Joshua David Stein
Plus: Piora gets another glowing review, and more, in this week’s roundup.
By
Khushbu Shah
The Other Critics
Nov. 27, 2013
The Other Critics: Wells Likes Somtum Der’s Spice; Sutton Loves Sushi Ko
Plus: Amelia Lester reviews Charlie Bird, and more, in this week’s roundup.
By
Khushbu Shah
Quote of the Day
Nov. 18, 2013
Richard Parsons on the New Harlem
Harlem on the rise.
By
Hugh Merwin
The Other Critics
Oct. 23, 2013
The Other Critics: Wells Awards Le Restaurant Two Stars; Joshua David Stein
Plus: Amelia Lester enjoys Glasserie, and more, in this week’s roundup.
By
Khushbu Shah
Openings
Jan. 7, 2013
Harlem Jazz Mecca Minton’s Playhouse Is Coming Back
The great jazz club, where there was once bebop and pan-fried chicken, may be coming back.
By
Hugh Merwin