Jamón Ibérico at The Standard Grill
Apr 11 2012
The story of Spain’s famed Jamón Ibérico is one that rivals most fairy tales. To say this about a cured ham may cause confusion in most, but the romance and mystique behind these ancient swine is most worthy and is suitable for its place at the top of The Standard Grill’s menu. The majestic black Ibérico originated many millennia ago in the southern part...
Octopus at The Standard Grill
Apr 05 2012 / by stan d'arde
Cultures across the globe, specifically in Asia and the Mediterranean have been dining on octopus for centuries. And for good reason! It’s simply delicious. Since its opening, The Standard Grill has served a variant of this underwater creature as seen through the eyes of Chef Dan Silverman. It’s popularity is only surpassed by its simplicity. The tentacles are grilled...
Ribolita At The Standard Grill
Mar 28 2012 / by stan d'arde
A few years back, during my travels through the Tuscan countryside, I was invited into the home of this young winemaker and his wife for one of the most simple yet extravagant meals I’ve ever had. The main course was foreign to me and was called Ribolita. Famous in the region, the dish is a hearty potage made with bread and vegetables. Although it sees many variations, the main...
Chef Dan Silverman's Favorite Cookbooks
Mar 08 2012 / by stan d'arde
Every great chef looks to the great chefs who came before them for inspiration. Techniques upon which to build, styles from which to expand and extraordinarily tantalized palettes are all points which any culinary great uses to spring forward into unchartered epicurean delights. Chef Dan Silverman of The Standard Grill is no different. After gluttonously devouring his Suckling Pig Confit...
Hamachi at The Standard Grill
Feb 29 2012 / by stan d'arde
When you live in a world, like I do, where every day is filled with culinary delights beyond your wildest imagination, you start to lose a grip on the simpler things in life. What? Not every omelette is served with a dollop of créme fraîche and caviar? You don’t say! The other day, Chef Dan Silverman pulled me aside and asked me to come to the kitchen to try his...
Punch. Drunk. Love.
Feb 28 2012 / by stan d'arde
Nothing makes me happier than a stiff drink, and nothing makes me happiest than five stiff drinks back to back! That’s why the other day, if you heard howls of laughter coming from The Standard, New York, you would have known I was tasting our new Living Room cocktails. The Living Room is the lobby bar at the hotel…just steps away from the ice skating rink. In anticipation...
The Standard Grill's Dinner with Oscar
Feb 22 2012 / by stan d'arde
If you’re anything like me, you’re already planning your trip out to Los Angeles this weekend for the pinnacle of awards season, The 84th Academy Awards. (Don’t forget to book your room at The Standard, Hollywood!) If you’re NOT packing up your latest designer fashions and you’re staying in New York City for the big event, we’ve created a very special...
"Happenings"at Pace Gallery Seriously Was Happening
Feb 10 2012
Last night was Thursday night which if you are in New York – and per chance made time in your fashion schedule for bit of art – you were probably tramping around the West 20s hussling for some white wine and trying to catch a glimpse of art through all those bodies milling about. We were one or two of those bodies (sorry if we blocked your view) at The Pace Gallery for...
The Deal Closer
Feb 08 2012 / by stan d'arde
There are few things in life of which I am genuinely scared. (My mother sometimes falls into that category, but I digress.) Another one of those things which causes my heart to pound a little faster and my brow to break into a light sweat is The Deal Closer. For those of you who have never been to The Standard Grill, you won’t understand. But for those of you that have, you know...
The Seven Deadly Specials
Feb 02 2012 / by stan d'arde
Whoever came up with the seven deadly sins centuries ago must have had a premonition of Chef Dan Silverman’s future existence because that’s why he added GLUTTONY to the list. Let me explain. For the past three years, Chef Dan has been doling out the most exquisite culinary creations this side of the Weight Watchers headquarters. Bold, beautiful American Brasserie fare has...
Delicious Recipes for Sunday's Game
Feb 01 2012
For those who are hosting or pot lucking for the Super Bowl this Sunday our Standard Chefs have shared some great recipes that would make any Sunday, well, super. LA Treat Black Eye Cowboy Tacos Grilled chicken tacos with cilantro yogurt cream and red cabbage slaw Yields 8 tacos 1 cup cooked black eye peas 8 medium flour tortillas 1 cup grilled chicken 1/4 cup diced...
Special Room Rate - Today Only!
Jan 15 2012
While you’re getting ready for BINGO tonight at The Standard Grill you should also pack your overnight bag because we’re giving you a room for a whopping $195. That means you get a room with the best bed in the city, killer views, and huge tubs to let you soak your BINGO muscles before the big night. The theme for tonight’s BINGO is Bling-O so we’ll be busting out...
Warming up with Some Standard Tomato Soup
Dec 29 2011
We’re not sure what the weather is like where you’re at on this quiet December eve, but we’re quiet chilly and decided to rustle up some of Chef Silverman’s tomato soup, the very one he serves at The Standard, New York Ice Rink, right in front of The Standard Grill. He was kind enough to re-calibrate the recipe size, down from his original proportions which makes five...
Meet Aaron Watts
Dec 14 2011
Meet Aaron Watts, a man with many skills at The Standard, New York’s Kaffeeklatsch. As the year closes out, we sat down with Aaron to discuss his daydreaming while running around serving up our happy guests. Until he makes it big in the world of comic book writing, we intend to keep this Motorcity soul as long as possible. Don’t forget to check out his recipe for a Hot Toddy this...
It's Hot Toddy Time!
Dec 13 2011
There are only 3 things that make the Winter cold not only tolerable, but, dare we say, enjoyable? One is a good fireplace. Two is ice skating. Three is none other than the classic “Hot Toddy” drink. Old wives tales claim it’s good for flus and colds, but we think it’s just an all around amazing cocktail. If you’re not able to make it to our Kaffeeklatsch at...
Turkey Dinner at The Standard
Nov 17 2011
It’s that time of year again! Time to rally the family and bow our heads for a night of gratitude. Here’s the lowdown on all our Turkey dinners in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. THE STANDARD, NEW YORK: The Standard Grill will be serving a special Thanksgiving menu from Noon to Midnight on Thursday, November 24th, including signature items from our lunch and dinner menus...
Sunday Night Bingo At The Standard, New York
Nov 04 2011
As you know, Bingo is one of our favorite pass times at The Standard, New York (must see: last weekends spooky Bingo night). This Sunday, curl up with your Bingo card, corall some hotel guests, and bond over a competitive game of chance. Below is the scrumptious menu to devour while filling up your card and equally important, this month’s THEMES! November’s Bingo Themes...
Brunch at The Standard Grill (and a Recipe!)
Oct 25 2011
Rules that apply to other meals don’t apply to brunch, well at least not as many rules. It is one of those rare moments in gastronomy where for a reasonable exchange of currency you can consume virtually anything you want. Coffee and juice, water and wine, sweets and savories, meats and vegetables, hair of the dog or just the dog. It is as close as one can get to a modern day...
Meet Tanya Lam from The Standard Grill
Oct 24 2011
Meet Tanya Lam, the Food and Beverage Manager at The Standard Grill. Not only is she a vital part of The Standard family, she is also a super talented musician. Check out our video interview with Tanya and come by for a bite at The Standard, New York to say hi. Like her band VulpesVulpes and watch more videos of Tanya here.
New York Wine & Food Festival Is Coming
Aug 17 2011 / by stan d'arde
It’s a little bit early to bring this to the table (pun TOTALLY intended), but I couldn’t hold in my excitement! The New York Wine & Food Festival is slowly descending upon us, and once again, The Standard, New York is the official hotel partner for all the culinary festivities. The Feast will be doing their talks series in the Plaza, and the annual Oyster...
