NYC Tastes

Mr. T and I stopped into Morandi for one of our last al fresco meals of September.  We began with a seasonal specialty Heirloom Tomato with pulled mozzarella and basil. The tomatoes were absolutely bursting with flavor. Some a little sour and tangy, others sweet and almost peachy. Then it was onto my entree the Foccaccia "occhio di bue". Two eggs over hard on top of a herb and pecorino crusted flatbread... ...with a side of rich tomato sauce (upon request).  The focaccia was buttery and crisp, easily big enough for two people and just a delightful dish all around. Mr. T ordered the Fagottini con Prosciutto.  A sugary crepe wrapped around thin sliced ham and cheese- both savory and sweet.  What a delicious way to start the weekend:) Morandi

It seems like only a few days ago the sun was shining bright and the weather was so warm it was as if Spring had finally arrived.  Actually it was only a few days ago and I had a brief moment to enjoy the weather with an al fresco meal at Morandi.  Notice the sun shining on my basket of freshly baked bread. The big wooden tables at Morandi have a fantastic rustic feel just like being back in the tiny villages of Tuscany. The food is rustic as well.... housemade Cavatelli with pumpkin, broccoli rabe and sausage topped with a flurry of fresh grated Pecorino.  This is a fresh, simple pasta dish I could eat every day.  The warm sunshine on my back just made it that much better. Morandi