June 22, 2010 8:48 am

Wine of the Day: B Cellars Blend 24

If you're anything like me, you've been craving a good burger ever since the temperatures outside hit 70. But gorging yourself on a delicious meaty sandwich does not always mean you have to leave class at the door. Enter B Cellars Blend 24 from 2005, a glorious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese and Petite Syrah. With notes of currents, black cherry, mineral, sage and smoked bacon, it's the perfect match for a juicy burger or discreetly charred steak.

The best part? Since this wine is not as young as some of its counterparts, it is best sipped slowly between 2010 and 2016. Tip: If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen and into the wild with this wine! Since it has smooth, rich undertones, it'll pair nicely with a roaring campfire and ghost stories.

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— Written by Kaitlin A. Lipe

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May 1, 2010 4:43 pm

Dish of the Day: Black Market's Burger

Sometimes simplicity is key. When you open the menu at the East Village's new Black Market, don't expect a lot of choices. And there shouldn't be: you're coming for the burger. A well-seasoned (we're talking spicy cracked black pepper and lots of coarse salt) blend of Pat LaFrieda beef patty roosts on a toasty bun. The only accompaniment is the condiments and the fresh, simple "salad" of toppings: tomato, butter lettuce and raw onion. Just specify your temperature, decide whether to opt for cheese and/or bacon and you've got a juicy, satisfying dinner.

A heap of greasy, peppery fries rounds off the plate. The burgers may be number one on the marquee, but the cocktails by Hotel Delmano's Sam Anderson are to die for.Trick: If you can find the right unmarked door, head downstairs to speakeasy The Cabin Down Below for a post-prandial tipple.

Black Market
110 Avenue A
New York, NY 10009
212.614.9798

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— Written by Celeste Hughey

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