Jack’s Wife Freda is the name of a restaurant in SoHo, NYC.  Jack and Freda are the names of the grandparents of South African Jewish owner Dean Jankelowitz  (co-owner is Dean’s wife Maya).  Jack’s Wife Freda is a small, cozy restaurant that does not take reservations (except for parties of 6 or more), so any […]

ffiona’s is a cozy, family run restaurant that serves British food with a modern twist.  Service is friendly, attentive – don’t be surprised if you are served by Ffiona herself.  Many guests at ffiona’s seem to be regulars (or were on the evening that I visited).  Ffiona knows exactly where her meat, seafood and produce […]

Beauty & Essex is a huge (300 seater) dining space with an entrance that looks like a pawn shop. Although it opened in NYC in late 2010 it is still very popular with large groups and late night diners.  I have had great food and service there every time I have gone with a large […]