Tasteful Tuesday

First we eat, then we do everything else.- M. F. K. Fisher

Summer Dining

While your packing away your winter boots and heavy coats one should consider doing so with their colder weather dining. Time to enjoy this sunny warm ambiance not only at the beach and the hottest attraction spots but while your out having a great meal as well.  Some say you are what what you eat but we say it's all about WHERE you eat. Dine at the best in order to be the best. 1stClassLadies have put together a few eateries that or supporters are sure to love this season.

Penthouse 808 Rooftop

8-08 Queens Plaza South Long Island City, NY 11101
(718) 289-6101

Great view, professional service, amazing food all in one- that's what you get when attending Penthouse 808 Rooftop. The hot spot is sure to leave your stomach full and your pockets satisfied. Doesn't matter what meal you come for, you'll always enjoy it. Have drinks with friends and take in the decor as Saturday night becomes  a live party scene. Hold events such as wedding, birthday parties and even bridal gatherings.

Habana Outpost

757 Fulton St # A Brooklyn, NY 11217

(718) 858-9500

This trendy Fort Green spot is known for it's serving of traditional Mexican and Cuban cuisine. 

This was New York's first solar powered restaurant. Take in the new school meets old school

scenery and enjoy a great meal full of  flavor. Not to mention affordable drinks!!!
Though this restaurant has only been in the Brooklyn area since 2005 it sure as made it mark on the scene and turning itself into a movie as everyone who is someone has something to say about it.

Gemma

335 Bowery New York, NY 10003
(212) 505-9100

Whether your staying at the Bowery or just passing by, grab a delicious Italian meal while

taking in the sun at Gemma. Located right in the Bower Hotel for the convenience of it's guest,

this restaurant is not only a sight for sore eyes but the food is well.

Have a drink of your choice along side any pasta your heart desires and 1stClassLadies 

will be here when your ready to tell us about the wonderful experience.

 7A

109 Avenue A New York, NY 10009
(212) 475-9001

Sometimes all a person needs is a quick burger and fries! Why not get the infamous  meal in

comfort and pleasure? Visit 7A in East Village for meal and enjoy the side street

 seating while your at it. Don't worry burgers and fries is not all they have. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is on the menu.

Of Course we can't forget about happy hour! When is the best time

to go you ask? DOES NOT MATTER! 7A is 24hours!!! Yes you read that right-24hours.

My Kinda Recipe

Chocolate Raspberry Ice Cream Pie Recipe

It's getting warmer out so now its time to cool down with something scrumptious!

Ingredients:
Crust12 to 15 whole chocolate graham crackers
5 tablespoons butter, softened
1⁄4 cup sugar
Filling1 container (14 to 16 oz) vanilla ice cream
1 pint raspberry sorbet
1 container (14 to 16 oz) chocolate ice cream
1 pint red raspberries
1 tub (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Garnish (Optional)
chocolate curls or chocolate sauce

Directions:

1. Evenly coat a 9-in. pie plate with nonstick spray.
2. Crust: Pulse crackers in food processor until fine crumbs form.
3. Add butter and sugar; pulse until crumbs are moistened.
4. Press firmly over bottom and up sides of pie plate.
5. Freeze 30 minutes.
6. Place vanilla ice cream in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to slightly soften.
7. Pack into crust with an ice cream spade or large spoon; spread evenly.
8. Freeze 15 minutes or until firm.
9. Slightly soften sorbet as above; spread on vanilla ice cream.
10. Freeze until firm.
11. Slightly softening chocolate ice cream.
12. Spread evenly on sorbet. Freeze at least 3 hours, or wrap airtight and freeze up to 1 week.
13. Top pie with 1⁄2 pt raspberries.
14. Drop spoonfuls of whipped topping on berries; spread evenly.
15. Top with remaining berries; garnish with chocolate curls or sauce.

 NOTE: To make chocolate curls, firmlypull a swivel-blade vegetable peeler across a bar or
 block of room temperature chocolate.
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*recipe courtesy of PinkPetunia's House*