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    Aska, North America

  90 Wythe Avenue - Brooklyn, NY           
Aska, "Ashes", represents new and old, an ending and a beginning. Here, cooking is more than just a craft and chefs are constantly focusing on our ingredients. Vegetables and meats, fish and offal and weeds - all are valued equally. Aska chefs hand-pick the majority of produce served at the restaurant. All ingredients are sourced from humanely-raised animals, sustainable seafood, and local farms. Aska cooks with equal parts forward thinking and nostalgia. Aska always looks to our place in the Northeast while remembering its roots in Scandinavia, its traditions and its culture.
    Alfredo di Roma, South America
  Av. Prefeito Mendes de Morais, 222 - São Conrado - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Em 1910 foi inaugurado, por Alfredo di Lélio, o “L’Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante”. Nascia assim, a tradição que atravessaria os tempos para encantar o paladar de celebridades em diversas partes do mundo Mas foi em 1927 que a excelente culinária da casa ganhou asas e começou a subir os degraus da fama Hoje, o Alfredo di Roma existe em: Roma, Florida - EUA, Cidade do México, Rio de Janeiro e Salvador Pratos principais: o Spaghetti alla pescatoria, Tranche de Salmone e o famoso Caneloni com Ricota e Spinachi. Filé de peixe grelhado com creme de espinafre e salmão grelhado com aceto balsâmico caramelizado com batatas naturais.
    Citarella The Restaurant, North America
  1240 Sixth Ave. - (49th Street) - New York, NY           
"Citarella has been a part of New York for over 80 years. Our name is synonymous with freshness, quality and value. We have evolved from a small, neighborhood market to a top food destination in New York City and the Hamptons.
In a city that offers overwhelming variety, we proudly offer the largest selection of fresh seafood & aged prime meats along with prepared foods and gourmet groceries. While growing we have maintained our commitment to providing the best quality, value and service."
    Tribeca Grill, North America
  375 Greenwich Street - New York, NY
          
Tribeca Grill is co-owned by renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent and legendary actor Robert De Niro. It opened to much acclaim in 1990 and was instrumental in helping put the Tribeca neighborhood on the map. Its all-star roster of investors includes such luminaries as Bill Murray, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Sean Penn, Ed Harris, Lou Diamond Philips, Russell Simmons, Peter Max, Christopher Walken and Harvey & Bob Weinstein of Miramax Films. http://www.myriadrestaurantgroup.com
    Primehouse New York, North America
  381 Park Avenue South @ 27th Street - New York, NY             
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There’s steak and then there’s the prime stuff that comes out of Himalayan rock salt tiled aging room. Ever had a 65-day dry aged bone-in ribeye steak in New York? For Business lunches or second dates, or business lunches that turn into second dates, the sleek and elegant New York steak restaurant has the meat you crave.
    Levana, North America
  141 West 69th Street - New York, NY           
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    Hansl, South America
  Rua Professor Júlio Lohman, 132 - Barra da Tijuca - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
O restaurante austríaco Hansl promove no inverno Festival de Fondue, tornando-se endereço tradicional e ponto de encontro dos apreciadores da culinária suíça e alemã. Outras opções apreciadas é o filé flambado no conhaque. Local com ambientação correta para um jantar a dois.
    Aspargus Restaurante, South America
  Rua Senador Dantas, 74 - 17º andar - Centro - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Localizado no Edifício das Seguradoras, no Centro do Rio de Janeiro, o Aspargus, dos sócios Ribamar Aragão e Evanir Sarruf, é um restaurante que dispõe de 150 lugares, de culinária contemporânea que tem na qualidade de seus produtos e serviços a sua principal característica. Sua decoração é assinada pelo arquiteto francês Gilles Jacquard. Por estar no 17º andar, proporciona aos visitantes uma ampla vista que abrange, além de prédios históricos do Centro do Rio, os arcos da Lapa e o Corcovado.
    Fasano Al Mare, South America
  Av. Vieira Souto, 80 - Ipanema - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
O restaurante Fasano Al Mare, idealizado por Rogério Fasano e Salvatore Loi, premiado chef do grupo Fasano, é o primeiro do grupo especializado em cozinha mediterrânea, focada especialmente em peixes e frutos do mar, executado pelo Mestre Luca Guzzoni, trazido diretamente da Enoteca Pinchiorri, em Florença, um três estrelas no Guia Michelin.
    Grand Tier Restaurant, North America
  Metropolitan Opera House - Lincoln Center - New York, NY           
Set within one the most spectacular cultural destinations in the world, The Grand Tier at Lincoln Center's Metropolitan Opera House is a shrine to elegance and artistry. Enjoy sumptuous contemporary cuisine by chef Jeff Raider, pre-curtain or during intermission, served in an atmosphere highlighted by spectacular chandeliers and original masterpieces by Marc Chagall. An evening at the Grand Tier is truly an experience to treasure forever.
    City Hall Restaurant, North America
  131 Duane Street - Church Steet - West Broadway - New York, NY           
Located just blocks from city government, courts and Wall Street, City Hall Restaurant has become the destination of choice for everyone who works, lives and visits the original hardt of New York City.
    Riverview Restaurant, North America
  2-01 50th Avenue - Long Island City, NY           
Riverview Restaurant commands the most spectacular views of New York City's skyline. Directly facing the United Nation with Citicorp Center, Trumps International Hotel and the Queensboro Bridge to the north and the Chrysler and Empire State Building to the south, Riverview is unmistakably, " A Room with a View".
    Peter Luger Steak House, North America
  178 Broadway - Brooklyn, NY            
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Serving the finest steaks since 1887. The finest USDA PRIME meat available. The selection process is crucial and therefore is done only by members of the family who visit the wholesale markets on a daily basis. It begins with fresh sides of beef that usually come from the Midwest. The section of beef used is called the short loin. Only those cattle graded PRIME by the United States Agriculture Department are even considered. It is then important to examine the color, fat conformation and bones.
    Pampa Oceano, South America
  Rua Duvivier, 21 - Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Restaurante especializado em frutos do mar com rodízio de carnes nobres no almoço de 12h. às 18h. Cavaquinha gratinada, crustáceos grelhados, lula, salmão, filet de cherne, paella de frutos do mar e patuscada de bacalhau compõem o cardápio da Casa.
    Ouest Restaurant, North America
  2315 Broadway - New York, NY           
Ouest is a contemporary American Bistro, highly regarded on the Upper West Side and citywide. Partners Tom Valenti and Godfrey Polistina have created an Oasis of fine dining and fine wines in a casual but sophisticated environment.
    Giuseppe Grill, South America
  Av. Bartolomeu Mitre, 370 - Leblon - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
O Giuseppe Grill é uma grata surpresa do momento em que se abrem suas portas de entrada na Rua Bartolomeu Mitre até a hora da saída, combinando conceitos modernos mundiais de gastronomia, ambiente e serviço, e o melhor da tradição do churrasco carioca, com carta de vinhos especialmente elaborada para acompanhar as iguarias. No Giuseppe Grill é possível sentar-se e degustar de finas fatias de maminha rosada por dentro e dourada nas pontas acompanhada da mais típica farofa de ovo ou, se preferir, pedir um verdadeiro bife de chorizo acompanhado de uma levíssima salada. Tudo feito sobre uma genuína churrasqueira a carvão. Excelente costela de boi, filé mignon, lombinho, capa de filé – e também às carnes grelhadas argentinas – baby-beef, steak ao sal grosso, bife de tira, fraldinha.
    L'Absinthe Brasserie-Restaurant, North America
  227 E. 67th Street - (2nd-3rd Aves.) - New York, NY           
L’Absinthe Brasserie-Restaurant, nestled in the heart of Manhattan’s Upper East Side is a world outside of the every day.  Chef-Proprietaire, Jean-Michel Bergougnoux’s classic and nouvelle French cuisine merges harmoniously with the timeless and traditional Parisian Brasserie décor and attentive, friendly service.
    Le Bar Bat, North America
  311 West 57th St. - New York, NY
          
Some come for our acclaimed Coastal Mediterranean cuisine. Others visit Providence take in the surroundings of the space that decades earlier was a landmark church, followed by a world-famous recording studio in which Hendrix, Sinatra, The Stones, Streisand and The Ramones created historic records. Still others frequent Providence to soak in the after work lounge vibe or to groove at one of the few remaining venues in the city where dinner and dancing are offered under one roof. http://www.lebarbat.com/
    Broadway Joe Steak House, North America
  315 West 46th Street - New York, NY           
Just 3 blocks from the "core" of the "Big Apple" — Times Square — the center of it all! Near the David Letterman Show, Rosie O'Donnell Show & other popular TV talk/variety programs. BROADWAY JOE STEAKHOUSE has catered to every type of celebrity from the stars of Broadway, Movies & Television to New York Sports Teams like the Knicks, Yankees, Mets and Rangers. Most recently we were promoted as a dinner "give-away" on the Rosie O'Donnell Show and the Late Show with David Letterman.
    Noodle Bar late night, North America
  171 1st Avenue - New York, NY           
Chef Tien Ho joined chef david chang’s team at momofuku ssäm bar as chef de cuisine in 2006. After graduating from the university of texas at austin with a degree in philosophy and history, tien decided against graduate school and opted for a career in food. in 1996, tien began his career as an apprentice under chef christian echterbille at the belgian restaurant in austin. under chef echterbille’s tutelage, a longtime instructor at CERIA, tien began his foundation for fine classical cuisine. he went on to work at the driskill hotel in austin and then to the four seasons hotel in Houston. tien eventually returned to austin to become the executive sous chef at the driskill hotel. in 2002, tien bought a one-way ticket to the city and joined café boulud as the saucier under chef andrew carmellini (where he first met momofuku chef david chang). after a year and half, he went to work under highly respected chef gray kunz to open café gray as the saucier and then sous chef. in 2004, tien returned to café boulud as sous chef and then joined momofuku a year later.
    Austin's Steakhouse, North America
  8915 5th Ave - Brooklyn, NY           
Brooklyn's premier eclectic fine dining steakhouse, specializes in classic hearty fare of generous USDA Prime 21 day aged beef as well as fish, lobster, veal chops, lamb chops, pork chops, chicken and a 42 ounce porterhouse which is the house specialty for two people. The Menu is complemented by a wine list of 130 selections from California, Italy and Australia. We are "Professionals serving Professionals" with a commitment to excellence.
    Ponticello Ristorante, North America
  46-11 Broadway - (46th-47th Streets) - New York, NY           
Whether you’re in the mood for one of the classics or something a little different, you’ll always find it on our menu. Whatever you choose, you’ll find it an enchanting experience. Ponticello Ristorante is more than just an unforgettable dining experience, it’s a place where memories are made… first dates, birthdays, engagements, etc.
    Lincoln Ristorante, North America
  142 West 65th Street - New York, NY            
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The latest incarnation of famed restaurateur (and longtime Patina Restaurant Group CEO) Nick Valenti's commitment to bringing the ultimate in culinary experiences to the nation's leading cultural institutions. Lincoln combines high-concept design with the impeccable contemporary Italian cuisine of Chef Jonathan Benno. Valenti worked closely with the architectural firm of Diller, Scofidio + Renfro to create Lincoln's unique design featuring glass walls, signature sloping lawn roof and a spectacular view of the reflecting pool and the Henry Moore sculpture. The restaurant's environment is both comfortable and refined – with an open kitchen, bar, lounge, two dining rooms and private dining accommodations.
    Sparks Steak House, North America
  210 East 46th Street - New York, NY           
Sparks Steak House was established in 1966 on East 18th street by brothers Pat and Mike Cetta. They turned Spark's Pub into steak house and in 1977 they moved it to its current location. Sparks' worldwide reputation for great steaks and fabulous wine cellar was assured in 2001 when the New York Post rated them "the greatest steak house in Manhattan". Sparks' wine list, with its incredible range and reasonable prices, has been awarded the Wine Spectator magazine's Grand Award every year since 1981.
    Lure Fishbar, North America
  142 Mercer Street - New York, NY           
American style sliced, marinated and perfectly prepared seafood and other cooked classics. Well crafted 250 bottle wine list.
    Maloney & Porcelli, North America
  37 East 50th Street - (Park-Madison Aves) - New York, NY           
Fourth Wall Restaurants was founded by acclaimed father-son restaurateurs Alan and Michael Stillman in 2007. The group is comprised of upscale restaurants in New York City, including the flagship Smith & Wollensky location, Maloney & Porcelli, Park Avenue, The Post House and Quality Meats.
    Murals on 54, North America
  65 West 54th Street - New York, NY           
Murals on 54 boasts a warm and elegant interior where fine art and history unfolds. Designed by Pierre Court, the concept of the dining room was to accentuate the historic murals painted by Dean Cornwell in 1937. The colours in the murals are radiant against the light background and natural light enters the room from the opening of the large, existing street-side windows, which creates the feel of an open terrace or a sun deck on an ocean liner.
    Churrascaria Vacaria do Sul, South America
  Estrada Niterói-Manilha - BR 101 - Km 26,5 - Itaboraí, RJ           
Qualidade e alto padrão de atendimento.
    Roberta Sudbrack, South America
  Av. Lineu de Paula Machado, 916 - Jardim Botânico - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
No ramo da gastronomia pode-se dizer que Roberta Sudbrack é uma mulher de destaque por diversos motivos. Aos 37 anos, A gaúcha Roberta Sudbrack possui uma carreira repleta de grandes conquistas. A Chef foi a primeira da história do Palácio da Alvorada e responsável por uma verdadeira transformação na cozinha do local. Durante os sete anos que esteve no Palácio, Roberta também conheceu algumas particularidades culinárias de Fernando Henrique Cardoso como, por exemplo, a sua preferência por refeições simples e caseiras. Desde 2001, comanda a cozinha de seu próprio restaurante no Jardim Botânico. No local, Roberta faz apresentações sobre culinária ao redor de uma mesa para 18 pessoas. A Casa também abriga o Espaço SUD e Sala para eventos fechados.
    Esch Café, South America
  Rua Dias Ferreira, 78-A - Leblon - Rio de Janeiro, RJ           
Na terça-feira, dia 28 de março do ano 2000, quem passava pela Rua Dias Ferreira, no Leblon, deparava-se com intensa movimentação no final da rua. O que, literalmente, parou o trânsito e encheu o local de gente bonita e elegante foi a inauguração da nova casa ESCH CAFE/LA CASA DEL HABANO naquele bairroNesta época de comemorações, um dos nossos maiores presentes foi a comprovação de nosso reconhecimento internacional, explícito na edição especial da revista Newsweek sobre os melhores lugares do mundo para encontrar-se com amigos em momentos de descontração. Música ao vivo nos dias de semana. Aos sábados, feijoada bossa nova e aos domingos, pizza