NYC Dining: Beyond Sushi

Beyond Sushi - Too bad I don't live remotely close to NYC, as I could eat this style of light, fresh lunch every single day. The ambience was also great--very much the "tidy minimalist" in terms of decor and with classic rock playing in the background (I heard Black Sabbath, Metallica, AD/DC).



"Fun Guy" Dumplings - "Braised porcini, shiitake, portabella, baked tofu, and spinach topped with micro arugula and chili panko. Sauce: Spicy bean and shiitake truffle"

'Twas just the right amount of spicy. I wanted a whole tray of these, but eating them in small sessions is probably best for not over-doing it and making myself sick with dumpling glory.


"Mighty Mushroom" Roll - "Six-grain rice, enoki mushrooms, baked tofu, braised shiitake, and micro arugula. Sauce: Shiitake truffle"

"Chic pea" Roll - "Black rice, roasted eggplant, artichoke, and English cucumber topped with saffron chickpea pureé and parsley. Sauce: Tahini"

Up-close look at that craftsmanship.