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UPDATE: Levain Bakery says February 22 is opening day for Harlem store

Posted on July 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

Feb 6, 2011 @ 11:53
By HarlemGal
Not too long after my blog post talking about when Levain Bakery was opening up for business in Harlem,  Levain went on record on their Facebook page and Harlem store door officially, there is a sign up, stating when they are opening up their Harlem store. The day is Tuesday, February 22.

So there we have it! We now have confirmation straight from the source on when Levain Bakery is opening up their Harlem store! Get your taste buds ready, Harlemites! Most people I chatted with about Levain, say their treats are very good!

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UPDATE: Lido in Harlem misses signage date, next goal to open before Valentine’s Day

Posted on July 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

Feb 4, 2011 @ 7:30

By HarlemGal
As I approach my third year of blogging about Harlem, I am starting to learn new restaurants opening in Harlem approach deadlines similar to how I do: I will aim for a certain date and it will get done a few days after. It happens, right? As with the case with Lido Italian Restaurant and Bar, located at 2168 Frederick Douglass Blvd., who hung up a big sign recently saying “Opening February 1.” Obviously that date passed, however the objective is the same for Lido in Harlem and that is to open for business soon.

I spoke with Susannah, a Harlem resident and proprietor of Lido, and she said they are now aiming to open before Valentine’s Day where Harlemites will be able to order from a delectable, Italian menu! I was also had the opportunity to walk inside Lido (sorry no pics) and the place is coming together. It’s going to look great! The color scheme is based on light greens with white molding in select areas. The bar appeared to be concrete-like, not wooded, larger than before, and its on the left side when you walk in. Brushed silver light fixtures will illuminate the restaurant. Their website is up with limited information.

And of course, I had to ask Susannah why they named the restaurant Lido. She told me it’s named after Venice Lido in Italy, “a skinny island between the lagoon and the Adriatic, with hotels and beaches.”

So stay tuned for more info, such as who will be the chef and what will be the price point of the menu!

Have a great weekend!

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Bad Horse Pizza riding into Harlem to some extent unknown

Posted on July 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

Feb 1, 2011 @ 7:30
By HarlemGal
I noticed over the weekend that we had a new twitter follower called Bad Horse Pizza. When I saw this I honestly thought, “who the heck is that?” I later googled them, which turned up their website and a blog post about them riding into Harlem soon. And guess where? Yup! You guessed it! Frederick Douglass Blvd! The exact address is 2224 Frederick Douglass Blvd!

I was very surprised to hear this news and double surprised that a pizza joint would be opening up on FDB. Why? We have Giovanni’s on 110th and Columbus Avenue, Pizzaria 123 right next to 2280 Frederick Douglass Condos and we have Settepani supposedly opening up a pizza place on 119th and Lenox Avenue.  It seems like we are good when it comes to pizza.

Don’t get me wrong. I think its wonderful that a new business is opening up in the old space that Corcoran bolted from. However, a pizza place with the words “bad” and “horse” in it to go along with existing or upcoming places such as, 67 Orange, Chocolat, Levain Bakery, 5 and Diamond, bier international, Melba’s and more?

These questions come to mind. Is Bad Horse Pizza a strategic fit with FDB? And does it compliment the other businesses that have or are planning to open in the area? Ayudanos por favor!

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Levain Bakery to open for business in Harlem this week?

Posted on July 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

Jan 31, 2011 @ 7:30

By HarlemGal
Will this week be the week Levain Bakery officially opens up their Harlem store? We are hearing that’s a possibility. According to a reader, who dropped us a line over the weekend, they went by Levain’s Upper Westside location recently and were told Levain’s Harlem location at 2167 Frederick Douglass Blvd will be opening up on February 1! Sweet, if that is the case.

I walked by the Harlem store over the weekend and the place appears ready, then again one never knows unless you’re in the baking business. Let’s wait and see if this is the week!

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East Harlem’s La Marqueta to hold Open House February 2

Posted on July 5, 2011 | 1 comment

Jan 29, 2011 @ 11:14
By HarlemGal
In the photo above, that’s what East Harlem’s La Marqueta looked like a few decades back. The marketplace, located at East 115th Street and Park Avenue, started back in the 1950’s, grew to more than 400 vendors and suffered its own down period. That was then. Now the East Harlem market is having its own rebirth and they’re giving the public an opportunity to see it in an Open House on February 2! All the details are listed below.

Also, watch what vendors are in place at La Marqueta in this news feature on NY1. See you at La Marqueta!

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Franz James Floral Boutique to blossom in Harlem

Posted on July 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

Jan 15, 2011 @ 12:18

By HarlemGal
2114 Frederick Douglass Blvd. will be smelling like roses, orchids and tulips soon. This is one of the retail spaces in The Douglass Condominium that has apparently rented out its commercial space to Franz James Floral Boutique. Big signs are up on the windows saying “Coming Soon.” I went to the website listed and all its says is “website builder and flower as art.”

I have never heard of Franz James Floral Boutique. I generally by my flowers over in East Harlem on the corner of Lexington and 116th Street. Is anyone familiar with this shop? Is it a first store for Franz James? And does anyone know if this is a local business person? Chime in here or tell us on Twitter.

Either way,it’s another business opening up on the award-winning Frederick Douglass Blvd!

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Red Rooster Harlem serves up ‘The Lunch Tray’

Posted on July 5, 2011 | 1 comment

Jan 12, 2011 @ 11:53
By HarlemGal
It is a snow day for most of us and if you forgot to stock up the fridge, like I did, what should one do for lunch today, tomorrow or next week? Hmmm. Since lunch and brunch are now being offered at Red Rooster Harlem, I am gonna head on over to 310 Lenox Avenue for “The Lunch Tray.” “The Lunch Tray” is a tasty prix fixe special that offers three courses for $17. It starts today and will be available during lunch service, Monday through Friday, from 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Check out today’s menu. And see you at Red Rooster Harlem!

Citrus Salad
Blood Orange, Fennel, Pomelo

Spicy Mexican Chili
Crème Fraîche

Lady Baltimore Cupcake
Currants, Lemon

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Top selling wines at The Winery in Harlem

Posted on July 5, 2011 | 2 comments

Jan 7, 2011 @ 8:46
By HarlemGal
In December or January there are always these “best of or the top ” lists created for various sectors. The Winery in Harlem, located at the corner of 116th Street and Frederick Douglass Blvd., recently created and sent its customers a list of their “best value-driven wines selected by popular demand.”  They separated their list by the top ten selling in Red, White, Semi-Sweet and Sparkling.

I know I made the Malbec reach first place in the Red wine section. That’s mainly what we purchase. If you’re wondering what sells at The Winery, scroll down ! Have a great weekend!

TOP TEN:

SPARKLING WINES
1.   Tutela NV Prosecco
2.   Parxet Cuvee 21 Cava Brut NV
3.   Drusian NV Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Brut
4.   Castillo Perelada NV Cava Brut Reserva
5.   Graham Beck NV Brut
6.   Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau NV Vouvray Brut
7.   Champagne De Montoux NV Brut
8.   Hacienda Brut NV Blancs de Blanc
9.   Conte Loredan Gasparini-Venegazzu NV Prosecco
10. Finca Flichman NV Extra Brut

WHITE WINES
1.   Anakena 2010 Sauvignon Blanc
2.   Hacienda 2008 Chardonnay
3.   Frenzy (Mt. Nelson) 2008 Sauvignon Blanc
4.   Isabella 2009 Pinot Grigio
5.   Finca La Linda 2009 Viognier
6.   Barco Viejo Chardonnay 2008
7.   J. Moreau Blanc
8.   Nelson Bay by Seifried 2009 Sauvignon Blanc
9.   Spilmbergo “Fantinel” 2008 Pinot Grigio
10. Raoul Clerget 2008 Macon-Villages

RED WINES
1.   Tilia 2009 Malbec
2.   Fia Nobile 2007 Cerasuolo di Vittoria
3.   Finca La Linda Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
4.   Protocolo Tempranillo 2008
5.   Celliers Contemporains 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon
6.   Cecchetti ‘Red Tree’ 2009 Pinot Noir
7.   Due Torri Pinot Noir Della Venezia 2009
8.   Terra Noble 2009 Merlot
9.   Altovinum Evodia 2008 Old Vine Garnacha
10. Galadino ‘Bonifado’ NV Malbec

SWEET WINES
1.   Cantina Gabriele Dolcemente Semi-Sweet Cabernet
2.   Borgo Maragliano ‘El Calie’ 2008 Moscato d’Uva
3.   Rothburg 2009 Riesling Spatlese
4.   Marenco Strev 2009 Moscato d’Asti
5.   Cantina Gabriele Vino Rosso Semi-Sweet Kosher
6.   Heron Hill 2008 Riesling Semi-Sweet
7.   Silver Creek 2008 White Zinfandel
8.   Chateau Les Pins 2005 Primage Red Rivesaltes
9.   Butterfield Station 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon
10. August Bonhomme ‘La Forcine’ 2009 Vouvray

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The National Black Theater hosts free retirement seminar

Posted on July 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

Jan 4, 2011 @ 10:30

By HarlemGal
It’s  a new year and during this time most of us start to execute some of the resolutions we made. One resolution could be about planning for retirement. If that is the case, we want to pass along information about a FREE retirement seminar that is taking place at The National Black Theater, located at 2031-33 5th Avenue, this month sponsored by Robinson Rose Capital Management, LLC. See the details below and remember to RSVP in advance.

FREE
Retirement Seminar-What You Should Consider Now
January 12th, 2011
7:00 PM -9:00 PM
The National Black Theater
2031-33 5th Ave
(Btwn 125th & 126th Streets)

To attend, an RSVP is required by emailing appt@robinsonrose.com or calling (212) 249-3715.

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Watch Tonnie’s Minis from Harlem compete on the Food Network’s Cupcake Wars

Posted on July 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

Jan 4, 2011 @ 7:00
By HarlemGal
Harlem’s Tonnie’s Minis, located at 264 Lenox Avenue, is competing tonight (January 4) on the Food Network’s Cupcake Wars. The show starts at 9 PM. Let’s show Tonnie’s  Minis some love by turning on the tube tonight supporting our local cupcake store as they battle it out in the Cupcake Wars!

Turn to Channel 50, if you have Time Warner Cable!

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