Tiramisu in NYC

My friend and I wanted to meet up to chat and relax in a cute little cafe and decided on Martha's Country Bakery on Austin Street in Queens. The bakery has a few locations in Queens and is supposed to be known for its traditional and home style feel. I didn't realize that I had been here once before and had tried the Roman Candle. It's a spongy cake dessert shaped like a candle, layered with cream and fruit, and encased in a chocolate cylinder to hold shape. It was delicious, just the right amount of sweet mixed with tart.

This time, I decided to try a slice of the Tiramisu and it just wasn't good. The cake was a little dry, with too much chocolate powder on top and not enough mascarpone cheese or espresso. It was served with a dollop of whipped cream, which only made everything worse.

If you want really good Tiramisu, try Pietrasanta restaurant in Midtown Manhattan. I randomly stumbled upon it while looking for dessert and decided to try it. It's a fancy restaurant, definitely catered to a sophisticated customer and great for dates. The waiters treat you like loyalty and you never have to hunt them down. The Tiramisu at this place is absolutely delicious! It's soft and moist and creamy and so good I can eat the whole slice for two by myself in one sitting. The restaurant also has a full menu and pri fixe dinner menu that I can't wait to try sometime soon. I definitely recommend going here if not for a full meal, then at least for dessert and drinks!

Although it doesn't make the greatest cakes, I do recommend checking out Martha's Country Bakery for its pastries and cookies.

Martha's Country Bakery
70-30 Austin Street
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 544-0088

Pietrasanta Restaurant
683 9th Avenue
New York, NY 10036
(212) 265-9471

Chart House

I finally decided to try a seafood restaurant near the harbor in Boston (it only took me like 3 years!) I went to a place called Chart House, located along the water and highly recommended by one of my friends.

From the outside, the restaurant looks like an old lodge or inn where sailors may have stayed for the night; very fitting with the seaside theme. The inside is all dark and cozy, and the staff seems to whisper to add to the sophisticated ambiance of the Chart House. All of the waitstaff is very nice and eager to help you make a choice. You're never rushed through your meal but you don't have to wait forever to get your food either. The waiters guide you through your meal with perfect timing.

The food itself is absolutely delicious! There's something on the menu for everyone, even people who don't like seafood. I started off with the Lobster and Shrimp Spring Rolls which are served sliced in half with a dipping sauce. This dish is soo yummy, make sure you don't eat the whole plate or you won't have room for your entree. I would definitely recommend sharing this appetizer with someone.



For the main course, I order the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes. I know it sounds really plain but they were the best crab cakes I have. They were just the right amount crispy and soft and served with green beans in this amazing sweet sauce. The Miso Glazed Salmon is also very tasty. It comes wrapped in prosciutto and of course glazed with miso sauce. It's the most different way I have ever seen salmon presented on a plate and it was just great. For drinks, you could of course have a glass of white wine or try one of their signature cocktails. Their mojitos are delicious!


It's a very popular restaurant, especially during the weekend, and I would suggest making reservations before going. If you do end up waiting (it's definitely worth the wait!), you can always enjoy a nice walk along wharf. Chart House is a great place for those special occasions!

Chart House
60 Long Wharf
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 227-1576