One of our many all-time favorite comfort foods has to be Bang Bang Shrimp. I'm sure anyone who has ever dined out can relate. What's Bang Bang Shrimp you ask ? It's seafood with a kick, a little spicy, a little sweet, a little creamy and topped with sesame seeds! Simple, to the point, easy to pick up, hard to put down when the entrees arrive at the dinner table. Our fondness for eating out will never abate, but one thing's for sure, you can always bring this one home and make it for any occasion. Game night, movie night, an extra platter to complement any family meal -- The possibilities are endless since it's just so darn adaptable. We worked with Gorton's to bring back this classic appetizer to your table since we realized first-hand, just how easy it is to make!
Avlee Greek Kitchen, known for Greek comfort food in the Carroll Gardens/Gowanus area may be the neighborhood's best kept secret. As a family-owned and operated restaurant, they've been providing regulars authentic Greek food since 2013. We'll show you why they've earned top marks 4.5/5.0 Owners Andrew Poulos and Peter Rogakos first assumed the restaurant space relinquished by former neighborhood favorite, Joe’s Superette. They're continuing that tradition by maintaining a steady commitment to authenticity. "Avlee", which means garden in Greek is as poignant as it is clever. Trio of Melitzanosalata (eggplant), Tzatziki, and Hummus We started with a few dishes from the small plates section including this beautiful trio of spreads to go alongside the platter of warm pita. While I've never had eggplant served as a spread, it was a nice, savory texture when combined with pita. The tzatziki is every bit and fresh as I've tasted anywhere, ...