A Trip to Tarry Lodge

October 25, 2008 8:59 pm

Last night, I ventured up to Port Chester, NY to dine at Tarry Lodge. Believe me when I say this: it was worth the trip. I've got to give credit to Mario Batali, Joe Bastianich, Nancy Seltzer, and Chef Andy Nusser for working up some serious magic in this 102-year-old historic building. If I was given two words to describe my experience at Tarry Lodge, I would say "well executed." The sommelier was incredibly knowledgeable about the overwhelming wine list, and she helped me pick a fruit forward Super Tuscan. My waiter described each selection, and I was contemplating with precision and accuracy. Better yet, the flavors surpassed his descriptions! Since I'm used to ordering for an army, I chose an array of antipasti coupled with pizza, salad, pasta, and meat. The octopus appetizer was cooked to perfection; soft and buttery, without being rubbery, but I could have lived without the potatoes that accompanied the octopus. Quattro formaggi with grilled eggplant pizza had too much cheese on it, but I'm not complaining! The pappardelle bolognese was rich but worth every bite. Overall, the menu is on the heavy side, which makes me wonder what Joe Bastianich eats at his own restaurant?! I saw him on Wednesday night after a long time and he's less than half his original size. His marathon training has made his pounds melt away.

These guys need to go Behind the Burner...stay tuned...

Tarry Lodge
18 Mill Street
Port Chester, NY 10573
914.939.3111

� Written by Divya Gugnani

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