Abattoir

I had the privilege of eating at my favorite restaurant again last week, and it inspired me to share it with all of you. The restaurant is Abattoir. It is located close to our house in West Midtown in the old meat packing plant. Abattoir is French for slaughterhouse. Its name has a double meaning: first, for its location and second, for its concept of "whole animal cuisine," meaning they use "every functional piece of the animal." I know it sounds gross, but it is truly amazing!

We have been to Abattoir several times, and every time it was delicious. Everything is locally grown, and they specialize in a farm to table philosophy. The last time I was there I enjoyed fresh raw organic veggies in a jar as an appetizer, followed by Kobe flatiron steak, roasted organic vegetables and Heirloom tomatoes grown by one of the chefs. I am still thinking about this meal! I want to go eat it right now!

The sleek French Country decor always has me wanting to stay there all night. You have to go to the bathroom while you are there. The trough sinks with rain faucets make it one of my favorite bathrooms in the city. Every detail about the restaurant sings to me...even the dish cloth napkins. I love them and want them for our house. What makes Abattoir even better is that the incredible service. Everyone is very nice and works as a team. I can't get enough!

Go check out our favorite restaurant and call us when you go....we want to join you!!

Turks and Caicos - Providenciales

As many of you know we recently returned from our magnificent honeymoon to Turks and Caicos. We enjoyed six nights on the main island of Providenciales (Provo) and four nights at the exclusive resort and private island, Parrot Cay. Of course while we were there, we hunted for (and found) the best restaurants on Provo. (Parrot Cay is a private island and resort so it only has two restaurants).

We found the three best restaurants on Provo: Grace Cottage, Coco Bistro and Magnolia. They are all amazing and unique in their own ways.

Grace Cottage is located at Grace Pointe Resort. We stumbled upon this restaurant and resort while walking along the beach. It is a sweet cottage-style restaurant with a beautiful outdoor patio set in the tropical trees. The food and service were both amazing. I can't remember what we ordered since it has now been a couple of months. (However, now that I have gotten this blog up and running I will post closer to the meal so I can give those details).

Our absolute favorite was Coco Bistro. We found this restaurant when we were researching restaurants in the area. Coco Bistro had several positive editorials. It had great food, great service, and a beautiful outdoor setting. Again, I cannot remember what we ate, but I do remember that is was delicious.

Lastly, is Magnolia. An American local that retired on Provo told us about this restaurant. Magnolia has delicious food and the best view on the island. It is set atop a hill above the marina. It is the perfect setting for a romantic dinner with incredible sunset views. We both ordered the seared tuna, and it was amazing.

If and when you visit Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, these restaurants are "must tries". Enjoy!