Perhaps no New Haven establishment took to heart the opportunity that Restaurant Week represented more than Café Goodfellas on State Street. As one who has repeatedly urged any eatery participating in a Restaurant Week to put its best foot forward, it was gratifying to see a widely varied selection (including vegetarian options), generous portions, and… Continue Reading
New Haven Restaurant Week, April 2010, 3A—Caseus
Caseus was the destination for my third New Haven Restaurant Week lunch. Over the years, the location at the corner of Trumbull Street and Whitney Avenue has been a favorite destination of mine for Japanese food, most recently Haya Japanese Restaurant and, back in the 1970s, Hatsune. Fashionista, a vintage clothing shop co-owned by Nancy… Continue Reading
New Haven Restaurant Week, April 2010, 2B—Kudeta
On Monday evening of Restaurant Week, my wife and I visited Kudeta, which spices up the southeast corner of Temple and Crown Streets. Its exoticism is apparent even before one enters the restaurant. Even the table settings tell the tale. I have known owners Herry Darbi and Elaine Chao for perhaps thirteen years, reviewing three… Continue Reading