Christine Drinan

1 month ago | galavante.com | Christine Drinan

It’s nice to see the West Village as relevant as ever, and the next generation of of New Yorkers on the scene. St. Jardim is a new neighborhood staple, taking over the coveted former La Sardine space. This is a first look into the wine bar of the moment that is filled with an eclectic crew from the hood. AtmosphereSt. Jardim has firmly established itself as a neighborhood staple. There are lines of people both checking in and trying to get a coveted spot at a table or bar.

Mar 19, 2025 | galavante.com | Christine Drinan |Caolan O'Neill Forde

The Frick is back, and it’s better than ever. Having undergone a dazzling makeover, this NYC gem is reopening its doors after a five-year closure, blending historic charm with a fresh renovation and expansion. Everyone is excited: art history enthusiasts who value the preservation of historic sites, New Yorkers who cherish The Frick as a cultural landmark, researchers who will have access to improved library and research facilities, and tourists who have yet to see The Frick Collection.

Mar 12, 2025 | galavante.com | Christine Drinan |Carolyn Munoz

We know there are big names in the Indian food space, but one which isn’t all the buzz may just be the top of them all. Passerine is the restaurant to know now. Especially, because it’s the latest venture from Chef Chetan Shetty, who spent 10 years at Indian Accent. That already explains the Michelin-level presentation, though at Rania in Washington DC is where he earned his Michelin star. Passerine opened last year, in Priyanka Chopra’s old Sona (another Indian restaurant).

Mar 5, 2025 | galavante.com | Christine Drinan

As they say, if you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere. Casa Tua has done the latter, with locations from Miami to Paris. But now, it’s taken over the iconic space in The Surrey. While Cafe Boulud was beloved and fit right in with the Surrey’s old school Upper East Side locale, Casa Tua brings a new vibe. In fact, Casa Tua is part of a new of restaurants that makes the Upper East Side cool.

Feb 9, 2025 | galavante.com | Christine Drinan

The Super Bowl is this weekend, and of course you can expect to see Taylor Swift in New Orleans. Like anywhere Taylor goes, she has a knack for picking the best restaurants in town. These are two places that Taylor has been in New Orleans this weekend, and that should also make your list. LiletteThe first sighting of Taylor Swift in New Orleans was on a double date with Travis Kelce and Patrick and Brittany Mahomes.