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Bar Tartine's Lunchtime Experiments

Having created an innovative dinner menu, Bar Tartine's chef Nicolaus Balla and pastry chef Cortney Burns are now taking on the midday meal with rare enthusiasm, with sandwiches built on Chad Robertson's whole-grain breads.

Ris's Julia Child Birthday Menu - D.C.

Make soup in honor of Julia Child.

Bar Tartine's Smorrebrod Sandwich Recipe | Tasting Table Recipe

Recipe for Smørrebrød Sandwich with Onion Jam and Broccoli, adapted from Nicolaus Balla, Bar Tartine, San Francisco

Most Unique Sandwiches In The Country

Bored of your lunchtime routine? Try twists on the sandwich at these spots across the country.

Ris' Vichyssoise Recipe

To learn more about this recipe, see our related story, Birthday Party, in our D.C. edition. 

Pickled Strawberries By Tasting Table Test Kitchen

Pickled Strawberries with Tender Greens and Goat Cheese from the Tasting Table Test Kitchen

City Winery

This winery, restaurant and concert hall is now open in the West Loop. Go for dinner, near-daily concerts and shows, and a weekend brunch with klezmer bands.

How To Choose A Blender

How to choose the best blender.

The New Orleans PoBoy Shop

This new Dupont restaurant serves gumbo, muffulettas, salads and, of course, its namesake sandwiches, which are made with imported New Orleans bread.

Dassara Brooklyn Ramen

Inventive ramen hits Carroll Gardens today with this new spot, offering four varieties. Try the deli-inspired version, with smoked meat and the flavors of matzo ball soup. See the menu.

Lolinda

Best Coffee Roasters Outside San Francisco & Portland

Try these three coffee companies if you want education along with your cup of joe.

La Fournette Opens In Old Town - Chicago

La Fournette bakery in Old Town. 

Carter's Kitchen's Pickled Shrimp Recipe

A bite of this classic pickled shrimp may transport you to a coastal Southern town.

Red Violet

Gene Kato, the longtime chef of Japonais, is consulting for this upscale Chinese restaurant in River North. His revamped menu is now in place.

Gusto's Tomato-Centric Lunch - L.A.

Eating summer's tomatoes at Gusto.

Monk's Meats Vegan Butcher - NYC

Monk's Meats in Brooklyn sells a line of flavored seitan.

Hog & Hominy's Tarragon Creamed Corn Recipe

Tarragon Creamed Corn from Hog & Hominy

Jake's On Market

As reported by Inside Scoop , opening chef Eric Hopfinger, a Top Chef alumnus, has left this Castro restaurant after running the kitchen for six months. The new chef is Josh Felciano.

Kotoya Ramen

After an aborted soft opening last month, cut short due to a maintenance issue, this new Japanese import will open again on 8/21.

Manhattan Proper

Gastropub fare is on tap at this new Financial District bar. The eclectic menu offers classic bar snacks such as wings and sliders in addition to a truffle burger, goat cheese salad and Southern-inspired sweet potato pie.

Blossom Du Jour

Midtown West gets a branch of this casual vegan fast food chain. Look for smoothies, salads, pastries and more with both organic and kosher options.

Del Ray Café - Homey And Delicious - D.C.

Pause any time of day at Del Ray Café.

Tacos El Chilango

This simple taqueria serves corn tacos (opt for chorizo) and excellent spicy guacamole.

Federal Donuts' Falafel Fried Chicken Rolls Recipe

Falafel Fried Chicken Rolls from Michael Solomonov, Federal Donuts, Philadelphia, PA

A-Town Bar & Grill

This Ballston restaurant opened over the weekend with 22 TVs, an oversize patio and food service until 2 a.m.

Best Restaurants For Cold Fried Chicken

Cold fried chicken makes for a knockout sandwich, at spots like Star Provisions and ink.sack.