Six years is too long for an update. Caputo's Fine Foods is an institution and should be on…read moreanyone's radar if you can get here. I dropped by today to get some Easter goodies, the savory kind. As always, excellent. It's an annual tradition for me to visit around Easter specifically for their Basket Cheese among other incredibly delicious items. This cheese is only out around Easter and sold in a basket. A must try. Here's my list from today (to name a few): Arancini with cheese only? Check. Arancini means riceballs. Roasted Red Peppers? Check. Charred and to die for. Homemade Turkey? Check. I got a divorce from Boar's Head a long time ago. Breadcrumb stuffed peppers? Check Focaccia? Deliciously Checked from my list. Fluffy and light as air with a light tomato sauce coating. Yummy. And so on. I love everything about Caputo's. From their fresh pastas and ravioli to the variety of cheese to their holiday specials. It truly is amazing. If in the area this week, grab the Basket Cheese. You will leave with a full bag and undoubtedly drop more than a few bucks here. Quality over quantity, and they have it all. .

Neighborhood place serving up great food for decades. Although run by all men, I always feel…read morewelcomed walking in by the sweet sandwich guys. Truly a lovely staff

For context, I like true authentic Italian pasta and if you like overcooked, small -portioned,…read morewatered down American-Italian pasta, this place isn't for you. Rather, Tortelli serves true Italian, authentic al dente firm pasta with delicious sauces and good portions. The place is fairly cozy with three 2 seater outdoor tables, but they have fresh made pasta and fresh tortellis beautifully folded on display. The cavatelli pasta is one of my favorite pasta shapes as it's slightly chewy and retains a good amount of sauce. The sauce in the cavatelli was perfectly balanced and not too sour or sweet. I also greatly enjoyed the Tortelli with the great quality butter and generous filling of ricotta and greens. Reading some of these reviews makes me truly question the credibility of reviewers who claim overcooked pasta is how pasta should taste and feel like ... so please disregard some of the lower starred reviews. I've had pasta from Rome/Lazio regions, Apulia (Lecce, Bari, Polignano e Mari, Matera), all the way to most of Brooklyn from East Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Little Italy, all the way to the Bronx - I've eaten so much pasta and have been able to tell the difference from Americanized Italian and true Italian. My partner is 100% Italian and we go back to Italy every Ferragosto. Even Piccola Cucina is more salty than I can handle as well as Misi being overcooked. Tortelli, A Pasta Eater, Forma Pasta, a Pasta Bar, and Rezdora (though small portions), is where I find myself going for true al -dente firm Italian pasta. Safe to say it's hard to give a 5 star review, but Tortelli has it down to perfection. I don't mind the 9-10 stops on the G train from Greenpoint to come all the way here!

I love a tiny little specialty shop. And I love pasta. So it isn't surprising that I like Tortelli…read more When I asked a friend to meet me here for lunch, I wasn't aware of how tiny it really is. It's more of a pasta shop than a restaurant. In the winter months, without their two or three outdoor tables, dining in is inadvisable; there's basically half a counter with a few stools. But we were there, and I wanted some pasta. The guy behind the counter (cook, server, shopkeeper, cashier, etc.) steered us toward the tagliatelle with ragu, and the tortelli with butter and sage. Sold. Both dishes were fresh and delicious, and presented quite well. We enjoyed both, and went on our way. All that said, the pastas were small portions for $19 apiece, which after tax and tip I find a bit too steep for a regular stop for lunch.

Such a amazing pasta, and for a great price! I went to their other location years ago and had a…read moregreat experience there too. This location has a backyard so there's plenty of seating. My friend and I shared the spicy rigatoni, limoncello tart, and spaghetti and meatballs. You can't really go wrong with anything on the menu. Definitely going back!

Forma pasta for the win, to end a wonderful Easter. Lasagna,…read morespicy Alla vodka pasta, fettuccini fungi, bolognese, kale salad with seared salmon, lemonade and 2 glasses of wine, we feasted. Lasagna wasn't anything special in my opinion, but my family likes it, the spicy alla vodka was delicious, not too spicy, but spicy enough haha, the fettuccini was good, the bolognese was great and salad is always a yes for me. Almost forgot the bread, the complimentary bread is delicious. Service and vibe was great and super affordable!

cornucopia of italian goodies: dried and fresh pastas, frozen lasagnas/sauces/ravioli, desserts,…read morejams, oils, breads, and of course tons of cheeses and meats/seafood of all styles. Walk up counter available for ordering a variety of sandwiches. I had a Caprese sandwich. Was neither here nor there.. Nothing stood out. Would benefit from a really nice balsamic glaze/better tomatoes/lottts of fresh basil. But the service was friendly and I have a feeling their meat-based sandwiches go harder. The selection of items is and charm inside the store is unbeatable, though!

This well-stocked little Italian market has all the things I want to buy and cook and eat. Some of…read morethe things are ready to eat already, like all the cookies, crackers, cheeses, olives, cured meats, chips, candies, coffee, and more. However, for their extensive selection of quality Italian pasta, you're going to want to cook it first. Maybe pair it with the olive oil, artichokes, tuna, dressings, sauces, mustards, broths, etc. A special bonus is the adorable array of kitchen tools that look like pasta. Like the conchiglie lemon squeezer, penne pan holder, and the mafaldine kitchen ties. This review may be spoiling someone's gift coming up, but such is life. All that aside, I'd still come in if it was a panini counter and nothing more. There is an extensive menu of options that I am only starting to make my way through. My first choice was the Parma, which is a generous amount of homemade pork shoulder, fresh tomato, truffle pecorino cheese cream, and a little drizzle of truffle oil as well. It was hot, it was rich, it was delicious. It came recommended by the lovely woman behind the counter, who was very sweet, if not very talkative. There's even a backyard and seating area if you don't want to take it home. If I had any criticism for Tavola, it's minor: I would like some acid on that sandwich to cut the richness (some pickled red onions would go a long way), and I would like everything in the market to be about 20% less expensive, because I want it all and I could really only afford a sandwich and some very nice pasta that I'm excited to make.

Have ordered lunch from here twice so far and both times the sandwiches were outstanding! First…read moretime I had the hot Porchetta sandwich which is a wonderfully balanced sandwich of amazing Porchetta,Mozzarella,carmelized onions,balsamic glaze and EVOO. The flavors of the salty Porchetta and cheese with the sweet onions are just amazing on the crispy Ciabatta. Second time I got the Cotto which is Prosciutto, SmokedMozz,Sauteed Broccoli Rabe and Sun Dried Tomatoes. Another wonderfully balanced sandwich. The garlicky Broccoli Rabe was so good. Not tough or stringy as it sometimes can be. These guys know how to make sandwiches with delicious fresh ingredients. I will be running down the sandwich list!

Tried twice not impressed. The eggplant was stringy and stalky, the breading comes off, spices are…read morenon existent prices are high.

Eastern District is a really fun little store for shopping and browsing and the people who work…read morethere are really cool and helpful. This place is definitely one of my go-tos for cheese if I'm in the area - and they will let you taste/sample cheeses that you're curious about. They also often have samples of one or cheeses, as well as samples of other foods, on a display table near where you enter the store. There's also a good selection of crackers, Jams and preserves, beer,non-alcholic beverages. They sell breads from She Wolf Bakery and they often have cookies from The Good Batch. This is a great place to stop in if you're already in the area but if you're not it's worth making a special trip over just to check it out! Chances are you'll find something that you like (and a lot that you're tempted by)

Every time I visit friends in Park Slope, I make a mandatory stop here to gather everything one…read morecould possibly need for a delicious charcuterie board. This place is my personal treasure chest of cheeses, meats, and little delights I didn't know I needed until I saw them. The staff is truly wonderful: warm, patient, and impressively knowledgeable. I always arrive puzzled by the sheer number of incredible options, and they always guide me to the perfect picks. Honestly, they know more about cheese than anyone I've ever met, and thanks to them, I walk out with bags of greatness and the promise of an amazing night ahead. And whatever you do, don't sleep on their sandwiches. They're crafted with the same magic touch. A gem in Park Slope, through and through.

Out standing food quality and wine selection. Friendly staff, nice ambiance, great music playlist!read more

Walked into Bar Mario in Red Hook like I was just "stopping in for one drink." Rookie mistake…read more This place feels like it's been here forever--in the best way. Cozy, old-school Italian vibes, staff speaking Italian like they're judging you lovingly, and Negronis that'll make you rethink every bad decision you've ever made at a bar. I ordered the lasagna because a man should test a kitchen on its fundamentals. Absolute home run. Rich, layered, comforting--felt like someone's nonna was in the back nodding in approval. No notes. No leftovers. Bar Mario isn't trying to be trendy. It's just confident, timeless, and quietly excellent. The kind of spot where you come hungry, leave happy, and start planning your next visit before you even hit the sidewalk.

Located on one of the most amazing blocks in Brooklyn, this place surely delivers. They have some…read moreof the best foods. I also found out that they supply to some neighboring restaurants, which explains why the restaurants carry delicious options. Opt for their lunch special if you get there on time. You get a good portion of their meat and sides of your choice. I have enjoyed their mac and cheese, brisket and broccoli sides in the past. Would love to come back and try their short ribs for a recipe.

What stands out the most is their service. It almost feels like a home away from home when you step…read moreinto this shop with multiple people asking you if you need help. We've gotten the breakfast sausage patties, the dry aged 20-30 ribeye steak as well as prepared foods from here before. My husband really enjoys their basic meatball sub for 10 dollars, which is as basic as cooked meatballs with a type of marinara sauce and cheese on a toasted hero. I recently got their plate of porcini with 2 delicious sides of mac and cheese and grilled vegetables. Can't wait for our next adventure here. We are going to learn how to cook duck breasts next.