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New York Post
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Tennis fans to get early taste of new dining options at US Open as revamped mixed doubles format kicks off tournament
Tennis fans will get an early taste of the US Open with a new format for mixed doubles – giving them a sneak preview at the new dining options that will also debut next month. The upscale and usually pricey scene will add James Beard-nominated rising star Robbie Felice's pastaRAMEN, a new spin from Simon Kim's COQODAQ and the long-awaited return of famed chef José Andrés, Side Dish has learned. They will join regular favorites like Alex Guarnaschelli, Kwame Onwuachi, Ed Brown, David Burke, Josh Capon, Pat LaFrieda and Masaharu Morimoto, according to United States Tennis Association officials. 5 The US Open will add James Beard-nominated rising star Robbie Felice's pastaRAMEN. His mystery pastaReman menu for the US Open will be available through hidden drops on social media. Jeffrey Elkashab The mixed doubles tournament will begin during Fan Week on Aug. 19 and 20, and will feature the return of Venus Williams — on the 25th anniversary of her first US Open. She will be seeking the $1 million grand prize with partner Reilly Opelka. The food front is just as well matched. Andres, returning to the US Open for the first time since 2019, will showcase Oyamel. The restaurant from the José Andrés Group will team up with the Dobel Tequila Club to create a restaurant/lounge with diverse Mexican food and cocktails. Dishes will include Oyamel's taco cohinita, made with Yucatan-style pit barbecued pork, achiote, Mexican sour orange and pickled red onion. Felice, known for his secret $350 per person, 14-course omakase pop-ups in New York, Miami and Los Angeles, celebrating Italian-Japanese fusion cuisine, runs four different restaurants in New Jersey. His mystery pastaReman menu for the US Open will be available through hidden drops on social media, Felice exclusively told Side Dish. 'We have three appetizers, izakaya-style finger food that people know and love, along with a ramen,' he teased, adding that there will also be two dessert options including his famed zeppoli bao buns and a new strawberry yuzu Japanese-Italian ice that will be 'cool, new and fun.' 'Who wouldn't want something cold and iced when you are out in the heat,' he said. 5 Simon Kim – the founder and CEO of Gracious Hospitality Management, which includes Michelin-starred Cote Korean Steakhouse in New York – is returning for his second year. Gary He 5 COQODAQ will be offering favorites like its 'golden nuggets.' Kelsey Cherry Kim – the founder and CEO of Gracious Hospitality Management, which includes Michelin-starred Cote Korean Steakhouse in New York – is returning for his second year with a second location and a twist to the elevated fried chicken served at COQODAQ. The revamped 'CQDQ' will be located in the Food Village, where it will serve a new chicken sandwich, while COQODAQ will still be offering favorites like its 'golden nuggets' paired with caviar at its original spot in the club level of Arthur Ashe Stadium. 'It's a massive undertaking, and we can't wait for everyone to experience it,' Kim said. The popular dining hall Aces — which opens after Fan Week — will boast a roster of culinary all-stars, including Michelin-starred chef Ed Brown, Iron chef Masaharu Morimoto and James Beard Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi. 5 Venus Williams, shown in 2002, will participate in the mixed doubles tournament. AP Guarnaschelli, the Michelin-starred 'Iron Chef' returns for her fifth year with dishes and cocktails from her Mediterranean bistro, Fare. David Burke's Cuban-American fusion hotspot, Mojito by David Burke, is also back, along with Josh Capon's Fly Fish, featuring lobster rolls, tuna poke, oysters and more. There will also be new dishes and returning faves from LaFrieda Meat Co., Champions by Benjamin's Steakhouse, Carnegie Deli, San Matteo NYC, Dos Toros Taqueria, Red Hook Lobster Pound, Fuku, Eataly, Korilla BBQ, Poke Yachty, Hill Country BBQ, King Souvlaki, The Migrant Kitchen, The Nourish Spot, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream and more. 5 Fan Week will begin Aug. 18, with the mixed doubles tournament starting the following day. Brian Friedman/USTA Meanwhile, other stars in the 16-team mixed doubles field include Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alacaraz, Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek, Emma Navarro and Anna Ansimova. The move to fan week 'enables top singles stars to compete together and to give this Grand Slam championship center stage,' said USTA's Brendan McIntyre. Main draw ticket sales are already up more than 10% over last year, McIntyre said, adding that subscriptions for the full tournament at Arthur Ashe Stadium, the equivalent of season tickets, are at '98-99%.'
Forbes
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
11 Delicious Ways To Enjoy Caviar
We may be used to enjoying caviar in the most traditional of ways, perhaps paired with chilled Champagne and blini or crème fraîche. But there's so much fun we can have with this elegant ingredient far and beyond the classic presentation. National Caviar Day is celebrated on July 18, and presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy caviar beyond the traditional accoutrements. Mochi Ramen The Mochi Ramen at pastaRAMEN in Montclair, New Jersey. The Mochi Ramen at pastaRAMEN in Montclair, New Jersey is a special secret menu item featuring a miso Italian pepperoni ragu served over chewy mochi ramen noodles and finished with fresh chives. It's topped with a fluffy sour cream that fits perfectly with Altima Amber Caviar, a golden, rich caviar known for its creamy texture and subtle umami, which in this dish gives off notes of Parmigiano Reggiano. Stir the bowl so the sour cream mixes in and the essence of the caviar travels throughout. "This dish is special because it takes flavors that shouldn't really go together, but they work in perfect harmony together. It's even more exciting that it is Wafu Italian: in the style of Japanese," said Robbie Felice, Executive Chef & Founder of pastaRAMEN. Millionaires Dip Millionaires Dip at Liam's Den & Bubble Bar inside Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian Resort inside ... More the Palazzo Tower in Las Vegas. At Liam's Den & Bubble Bar inside Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian Resort inside the Palazzo Tower in Las Vegas, kettle-cooked potato chips layered with a savory blend of fried onions, shallots, red onion, scallions, fresh chives and crowned with caviar. 'The Millionaires Dip is our take on elevated comfort. We start with a velvety five-onion French Onion dip, layering the richness of fried onions, shallots, red onion, scallions and fresh chives, then finish it with a generous spoonful of Marky's Osetra Royal Amber caviar to deliver a burst of bright, briny contrast. Served alongside crisp kettle-cooked chips, it's a playful yet elevated take on a timeless favorite," said Gina Paul, Founder of Liam's Den & Bubble Bar. José's Asian Taco José's Asian Taco at Bazaar Mar Las Vegas. At Bazaar Mar Las Vegas, José's Asian Taco brings together house-smoked hamachi, Ossetra caviar, gold leaf, and a delicate sheet of nori. 'This is one of those dishes that looks simple, but every detail has intention. José's Asian Taco starts with smoked hamachi—we smoke it in-house to give it this beautiful, buttery texture and a touch of depth without overpowering its natural flavor. On top, we add a generous spoon of Ossetra caviar, adding a briny pop of flavor. The nori, which holds it all together, adds an earthy, oceanic complexity that complements both the hamachi and the caviar. This dish is exclusively served as part of José's Creative Tasting Experience because it perfectly represents what we're about at Bazaar Mar: incredible products, thoughtful technique, and a little bit of magic," said Daniela Romero, Head Chef. Kaluga Caviar Bumps Kaluga Caviar Bumps at PISCES at Wynn Las Vegas. At PISCES at Wynn Las Vegas, the Kaluga Caviar Bumps, on crisp airbread, in the shape of a delicate fish. "We are proud to work with some of the world's finest caviar purveyors, like Regiis Ova, providing the ultimate caviar experience to our guests. Their premium selections, accompanied by rich flavors, allow us to enhance our Caviar Bumps atop a bed of fresh Balik Salmon," said Martin Heierling, Executive Chef. Chocolate Tart & Caviar Chocolate Tart & Caviar at The Dynamo Room in New York City. At The Dynamo Room in New York City, a rich, silky chocolate ganache tart topped with a generous spoonful of caviar. "It's one of those combos that sounds a little wild at first, but once you taste it, it just makes sense. The richness of the chocolate, the briny pop of the caviar is peak balance in a dessert. It's sweet, salty, and not something you see coming at the end of a meal," said Chef Jaime Young. Bluefin Tuna Taco with Regiis Ova Caviar Bluefin Tuna Taco with Regiis Ova Caviar at Picobar, Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection in ... More Calistoga, California. At Picobar, Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection in Calistoga, California, crispy taco shell overstuffed with bluefin tuna crudo and Regiis Ova caviar, finished with chile de árbol oil and sesame seed salsa. 'The bluefin tuna taco with caviar is one of my favorite dishes. It pushes the boundaries and captures the playful, elevated side of Mexican cuisine. You get the delicate richness of the tuna, the briny pop of the caviar, and the comforting familiarity of the taco, all elevated into something unexpected. It's a dish that surprises people," said Executive Chef Gustavo Rios, Picobar at Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection. Papas con Caviar Papas con Caviar at The Iberian Pig in Atlanta. At The Iberian Pig in Atlanta, spring onions are charred and mixed with house-made mayo, softened cream cheese, a touch of mustard seed & fresh dill to make a dip, which is then topped with six grams of caviar + served alongside Yukon potato chips. Josué Peña, Executive Chef, said: 'Our Papas con Caviar features locally grown spring onions from a local farmer. Our Sous Chef, Rachel, was inspired by this product to create a chip and dip, which we enhanced with Ossetra caviar from Arrivato Imports. The intention behind this dish is to take something fun and approachable, like a chip and dip, and combine it with something that can be less approachable for some, like caviar, to create a simple and enjoyable experience.' Matcha Pot de Crème with Caviar Matcha Pot de Crème with Caviar at Top Roe in Ausin. At Top Roe, the downtown Austin izakaya offers a matcha pot de crème—a silky, custard-style dessert that's lightly sweet and infused with the earthy depth of green tea. The dish is elevated with a luxe topping of caviar, whose briny bite adds a surprising and delicious contrast to the creamy richness. Paul Qui, James Beard award-winning chef behind Top Roe says, "Traditionally, sushi is served with green tea, and I've always loved how matcha, nori and fish each bring distinct yet naturally harmonious flavors. With our Matcha Pot de Crème (the only dessert on Top Roe's menu), we wanted to take that idea in an unexpected direction—pairing the rich, earthy sweetness of matcha with the briny elegance of caviar. It's a surprising combination, but one that captures the full spectrum of land and sea in a single bite." Mini Baked Potato & Caviar Mini Baked Potato & Caviar at Living Room at W Hoboken in Hoboken, New Jersey. At Living Room at W Hoboken in Hoboken, New Jersey, this dish is made with fingerlings, ricotta, chives and Ossetra caviar. "Our mini baked potato and caviar dish is a playful nod to a classic pairing, elevated with rich ricotta, fresh chives, and a generous spoon of Ossetra caviar. The crisped fingerlings bring a satisfying bite, while the creamy ricotta balances the brininess of the caviar. It's luxurious, but approachable—served in a way that feels both celebratory and comfort-driven," said Executive Chef Seadon. Caviar au Chocolat Caviar au Chocolat at the LA location of Saltie Girl. At the LA location of Saltie Girl, this dish is made with Valrhona chocolate mousse, vanilla crème, and einkorn short 'bread' cookies. 'There is always room for whimsy when it comes to food, especially dessert. Our Caviar Au Chocolat has a heavy wink as we pay homage to the diamonds of the sea. A wonderful variety of textures in each bite, from the smooth and decadent Valrhona mousse to the crispy pearls to the crunch of our einkorn short "bread" cookies," said Ben Sidell, Managing Director & Executive Pastry Chef of Saltie Girl, and founder of SweetBoy. English Muffin Caviar Sandwich English Muffin Caviar Sandwich at 82 Acres in Portland, Oregon. At 82 Acres in Portland, Oregon, English muffin caviar sandwich, toasted English muffin topped with housemade miso butter, Tsar Nicoulai Estate, and chives. 'At 82 Acres we serve an English muffin caviar sandwich. I've always loved simple caviar preparations, and I wanted a way to serve caviar at a temperature that isn't ice cold. The English muffin gets toasted, topped with a housemade miso butter and chives, with the Tsar Nicoulai Estate caviar sitting on top. The English muffin warms the caviar just slightly, allowing the flavor to really pop,' said Will Preisch, Executive Chef.
Eater
12-06-2025
- Business
- Eater
Southern California Pastrami Favorite Finally Expands to Las Vegas
Southern California's beloved pastrami destination, the Hat, is finally moving forward with plans to open in Las Vegas — six years after the chain announced it would expand to Southern Nevada. Construction is now underway on a 4,122-square-foot restaurant at 6239 South Rainbow Boulevard — the same space it staked out in 2019 — with a drive-thru and outdoor patio. The Hat has been a California staple since 1951, serving pastrami dips poised for dunking into homemade au jus, plus burgers, turkey sandwiches, and onion rings. The Hat teased the opening on Instagram, announcing a grand opening in spring 2026. The Hat joins a growing parade of regional fast food favorites expanding into Las Vegas. Most recently, Georgia's favorite fast-food chicken chain, Zaxby's, opened a drive-thru here. Earlier this year, North Carolina-based Bojangles opened in the Southwest, and Hawaii-based Zippy's opened its second location in the Vegas area. And that's not to mention the grocery stores Aldi and H-Mart, which debuted in April. Still rumored to make a Las Vegas appearance: Portillo's potentially. Late-Night Skewers Land in Chinatown The team behind Chubby Cattle's conveyor-belt hot pot restaurant and the high-tech X-Pot on the Strip is back with a new late-night venture. Chubby Skewers opens Wednesday, June 18, on Spring Mountain Road, serving Northeastern Chinese Dongbei-style barbecue from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. Skewers start at just $1, with a menu that ranges from wagyu beef to duck tongue to spicy cold noodles. The space channels the energy of old-school Chinese street stalls — think bold reds, neon lights, and low tables. New York Noodle Hybrid Extends Its Short-Term Pop-Up Pastaramen, the boundary-blurring Japanese-Italian pop-up from chef Robbie Felice, is extending its run at Bar Zazu in Resorts World Las Vegas through July 12. Originally slated for just a one-month residency, the crossover has drawn crowds with dishes like cacio e pepe gyoza, mochi ramen carbonara, and a $250 truffle porcini ramen that is dramatically prepared in a flaming wheel of Parmigiano-Reggiano. Brewdog Opens a Beer Hall Beneath Its Rooftop Behemoth UnderDog Beer Hall opens on Thursday, June 12, beneath BrewDog's massive 30,000-square-foot rooftop brewpub on the Las Vegas Strip. Tucked inside the Showcase Mall, UnderDog brings a more casual vibe with giant screens, a new pizza-focused menu, and beers on tap — including BrewDog favorites like Elvis Juice and guest pours from local Las Vegas breweries. Baguette Cafe Heads Downtown Baguette Café opened a new downtown Las Vegas location on May 22 right on Las Vegas Boulevard, near Fremont Street. It brings together signature French-inflected breakfast, brunch, and lunch fare just a block from Fremont Street. Known for thoughtful sourcing and warm hospitality, this marks the café's third outpost in the valley — and its first in the heart of Downtown. Chef Leticia Mitchell Opens Another Cocina Leticia's Cocina and Cantina is opening a new location at Boulder Station this summer. Known for dishes like birria quesatacos, shrimp ceviche, and Mexico City-style enchiladas suizas, chef Leticia Mitchell first gained national attention with an appearance on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives . This will be her second location with Station Casinos, following the original inside Santa Fe Station. She also runs Letty's, a fast-casual spin-off downtown, and sister restaurant Carmelita's Mar y Tierra in East Las Vegas. Leticia's will replace the now-closed Guadalajara restaurant. See More:
Forbes
07-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Robbie Felice's Wafu-Italian Dining Experience Is Headed To Las Vegas
Robbie Felice of pastaRAMEN Las Vegas is known for its casinos, late night scene, and of course, its endless dining options. Well, add another one to the list this spring as pastaRAMEN, the innovative Wafu-Italian dining concept from James Beard-nominated chef Robbie Felice and Montclair Hospitality Group, makes its way to Resorts World Las Vegas for a highly anticipated one-month pop-up. Set to launch on Tuesday, May 15, the delicious experience will be hosted at Bar Zazu, featuring an all-new menu with exclusive sake offerings from HeavenSake. 'Every time we bring pastaRAMEN back on the road to a new location or city I try to have parts of the menu really lean into that place,' says Felice of the Las Vegas menu. 'I try my best to use the freshest local ingredients, but also really get a feel for the city and create a menu that fits that city and the people in it.' He adds that there will be special menu items that will never be seen outside of this location. pastaRAMEN got its start as a pop-up omakase experience during the pandemic with appearances in New York City, Miami, Seattle, and Los Angeles. Now, for the first time, Las Vegas diners will have the opportunity to experience Chef Robbie Felice's boundary-pushing approach to Japanese Italian cuisine in an intimate, immersive setting. Japanese Italian cuisine When asked to explain Wafu-Italian, Felice says that's the golden question. In order to picture what this unique cuisine entails he says to imagine you are in Japan sitting at an Italian restaurant having a Japanese chef cook you Italian food. 'If I served you a dish that I said was Wafu-Italian and then put you on the spot and immediately after you tasted it asked you, "Is it Japanese or is it Italian?" The slightest confusion before answering the question is all I need,' says Felice of the cuisine. 'Those few seconds before answering is the exact confusion or uncertainty that is Wafu-Italian cuisine.' Acknowledging Vegas is a city filled with great restaurants from other designations, Felice is confident pastaRAMEN will be embraced. 'I love the restaurant scene out here. It's diverse and pastaRAMEN truly fits the Vegas scene.' The journey to Las Vegas is a homecoming for Felice, who spent his formative years in Sin City honing his craft. Following his time at Babbo in New York City, Felice worked for four and a half years at B&B Ristorante in Las Vegas, eventually rising to the role of Sous Chef and overseeing the Salumi Program for multiple Las Vegas locations. Felice says it feels amazing to make his way back to Las Vegas, this time with his own concept. 'I always knew I would come back in some way shape or form,' says Felice. 'I just never knew how or when. A pastaRAMEN popup is the absolute best way to be coming back out to one of my favorite cities in the US. The best part is it is a full restaurant pastaRAMEN pop up which is our first time ever doing it as a full service restaurant.' The pop-up featuring Felice's signature Japanese-Italian cuisine will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 5pm to 10pm. Seating is limited to 100 guests per night, and reservations are available via Resy.
