Standards Set High

November 16, 2009 11:27 pm

Thurs night at the Standard and it seemed like a raving party. Photographers, Gossip Girl and oodles of dress down corporates mingling. In contrast to the dining room, the bar scene gave new meaning to Citysearch's category of vibrant. However it all translated to high energy and good times.

A quick pan of the room and I recognized my server—that surely equates to the fact that I eat out way more than my confessions to the nutritionist. The fare was fresh, innovative and tasty. Yogurt-marinated haricot verts topped with toasted shallots. Fresh oysters—large, fresh oysters. A Moroccan spiced swordfish so tender it slipped down my palate with hints of cumin and coriander.

A smile from across the room and I recognized a friend who helped open Rouge Tomate. Everything was so impressive. There wasn't a fault to be found. I guess that's the industry norm—a year here and a year there. But great service spurs the industries potential.

Tall stiff Grey Goose & Soda with a juicy rib eye and everyone at the table was content. So many desserts—colossal desserts arrived all complementary. Gifts from my old friend. Licking the dark chocolate mousse off the rubber spatula's was symbolic of time well spent and most enjoyed. Enjoyed with friends and family.

Photo credit: The New York Times

� Written by Aditi Malhotra

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