I had occasion to stop by Lea Fromages while wandering the neighborhood after a doctor's…read moreappointment. I was in search of some cheese--ideally as decadent and French as possible. With the help of the nice and patient woman working the counter, I found just that, including a delicious Roquefort. I also found some tasty crackers and saucisson. I had hoped that these purchases would sustain me through the week. It is Wednesday. They are all gone. 5/5 stars.

Cute little French shop on the borders of Cobble Hill and Boerum Hill…read more Loves: + Lots of French items (eg. cheeses, snacks, drinks, etc) + Yummy sandwiches for $13 (1. comte/ham, 2. salami, goat or blue cheese, cornichons, 3. brie and honey i think) + Lovely and kind staff I left with a sandwich and a sparkling french lemonade, but I would certainly come back to peruse more of the items! :)

Cheese Plate Park Slope - Review Location: Park Slope,…read moreBrooklyn Vibe: Pretentious deli meets confused schedule Let's get the obvious out of the way: they open late. Like, we-think-you-don't-have-a-day-job kind of late. Noon-ish. On a Tuesday. I don't know who their target demographic is, but it's not anyone with a functioning calendar. When you do manage to show up during their elusive open hours, you're greeted by... well, "greeted" is generous. The staff makes you feel like you interrupted their private cheese cult meeting. Don't expect warm conversation -- unless you're the cheddar. There are free samples, which I respect. If you're feeling broke and brave, you could turn it into a little snack crawl. And the cheese? It's fine. Not bad. Not transcendent. Just... cheese. Maybe you'll find something aged and interesting, or maybe you'll walk out wondering if Trader Joe's would've hit the same for less. Verdict: Free samples Absurd hours Staffed by dairy gatekeepers Cheese that says "eh," not "ooh"

On the one hand, they have nice cheeses, but the children that work there really don't care…read morewhether this business makes money or doesn't make money. I went in there to buy something that I knew was overpriced but when I asked about it, the guy behind the counter said oh I just put it away in the back, Like I just put it away and I don't wanna be bothered with having to get it back out. So I left. And this isn't the first time I've encountered this kind of experience with the employees who I guess the owners feels It's more important that the employees are happy than the customers are happy. i'll take my business to Whole Foods.

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.

Wonderful cheese store with a huge selection! Sadly we were just visiting Brooklyn for the day and…read morehad a busy afternoon planned, so we weren't able to take any cheese with us. But, it was still fun to shop around, sample a few, and look at the great variety they had. Aside from cheese, they also had a nice selection of chocolate bars, tinned fish, jams, and other fun charcuterie board accompaniments.

Top-notch cheeses here, copious amounts of samples you end up buying, and an entire collection of…read moreFour and Twenty Blackbirds pies, like what more could you want from a shop?? Everything I've had here is the best I've had, from the Parmesan to aged cheddar to the slices of honey pie and apple pie. 5 stars!!!!

Amazing small place with a very cozy atmosphere. The desserts were delicious, fresh, and…read moresurprisingly healthy -- such a great combination! We also met Anna, who was incredibly kind and welcoming. She took the time to explain everything to us and helped us choose, which made the whole experience even more special. You can really feel the quality and care in this place. Highly, highly recommended -- 10,000%! I will definitely be coming back.

Simply Sweet continues to impress me. I love that they use organic ingredients and most…read moreimportantly no refined sugar, which can cause super unhealthy consequences. Don't get me wrong, it's a sweet indulgence that I enjoy every now and then, but knowing only pure ingredients are used such as cashews, dates, coconut and I believe lemon makes me feel very good about what I'm eating. Plus the pie in the sky, which is my favorite is delicious!

Caputo's is a Carroll Gardens neighborhood institution…read more The moment you walk in, you're greeted like family. It almost feels like someone is about to make you a sandwich in their own kitchen. Hero roll? Seeded bread? Whatever you're in the mood for. And considering how many other great neighborhood sandwich shops use Caputo's bread, you really can't go wrong. I ordered the mixed vegetable sandwich with wood-fired eggplant, artichokes, fresh mozzarella, and balsamic vinegar. Absolutely delicious. The portions are generous, too. One sandwich easily fed two of us, and even with drinks and chips, everything was very affordable. If you want to know what Carroll Gardens truly tastes and feels like, come to Caputo's. It's more than a sandwich shop. It's the kind of place that leaves you with a memory of the neighborhood long after you've left.

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. .

Rarely do I rate a place I've never actually been to. However in this case of someone bringing me 2…read moreof the best Italian heroes ( sangwiches) I think Ive ever had, I'm making an exception. I've eaten MANY Italian heroes all over northern NY & NYC and this has to be the best Ive ever had. This place is well established in the local community and I am sure someone has done a video or segment on TV about this place. The amount of food on a sandwich and the quality of their food is impeccable. No heroes loaded up with tomato and lettuce. Just plenty of the "good stuff". Don't give the prices a 2nd glance as these sandwiches have to weight 4-5 lbs each and a full ( 10"?) hero is plenty for 2 very hungry people. They have over 150 Signature sandwiches named after ( mostly) Italian celebrities. ( Fran Sinatra, Yogi Berra, Sophia Loren, etc) I was very satisfied with these 2: ---#119 EDDIE ARCARDO "Try This Thoroughbred"-- Chicken cutlet, salami, ham, olive oil, basil mix, LIONI FRESH MOZZARELLA, Sun-dried tomatoes, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar ----#P1 THE ROSANNA SCOTTO "You'll Have A Good Day With This One" Ham, Salami, Pepperoni, Soppressata, Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted Peppers OMG! so loaded, so fresh, amazing bread. Home made roasted peppers, sundried tomatoes, AMAZING mozzarella! Be hungry & GO! Top notch!

Stopped at Lioni Italian Heroes during a very long walk to Coney Island after my friend recommended…read moreit, and I was STARVING. Definitely worth the stop! The shop has so much character and tons of signs and things to look at while you wait. The menu can feel a little overwhelming at first because they have over 150 hero variations, but that's also part of the fun. I went with a prosciutto and fresh mozzarella hero with all the works. The sandwich was HUGE--I could only finish half--but absolutely delicious and worth the wait. Very old-school, unpretentious Brooklyn spot that clearly knows what it's doing. I'd love to come back and try another sandwich. If you're in the area, definitely stop in, but honestly, even if you're just visiting Brooklyn, it's worth making the trip!

My hands were completely full and fingers moments away from getting the trigger bend as I…read moresteamrolled through the entrance door. Relieving myself of the heaping bags of provisions now strewn across the floor I uprighted my body and.thought it well to buy more food related items even though I had not a finger to spare. "I can't helpa myself".-John Fogerty. Can't say I expected potatoes in my Olive Salad, nor was it a particularly pleasant surprise as its not a combo that worked for me. I'll take the $3.99 hit and chalk it up to a learned experience. The eggplant slices with walnut paste was a hit for myself and the ravenous Italians I decided to bring a few home to. (Badrijani Nigvzit) Equally delicious was the rolled eggplant with garlic and cilantro, see a trend withy selections? I'm all in on eggplant. (Nivriani Badrijoni) Add in two loaves of the traditional Georgian bread called Shoti and the cares of a potentially crippled hand sped off like a speedboat at night.

If you want to have an unholy combination of a volume eating contest and the gallon-of-milk…read morechallenge, you could do worse than coming here and seeing who can eat an entire Adjaruli Khachapuri by themselves. Myself and my friend together managed about a third. I mean, it's an actual boat made out of cheese-stuffed bread, filled like a swimming pool with strong white cheese, visible blocks of butter, and a whole raw egg, which though you mix it in and it disappears from sight, it doesn't disappear from your stomach. It's SO delicious but just not sustainable for a meal. When I ordered this in Georgia, I gave about 7/8 to a very happy homeless woman. So what I'm saying here is that it's authentic. The cold bean and walnut salad (lobio) provided a respite from the buttery cheesy richness and was spiced, to the note, like every cold salad I had in Georgia as well.