Yesterday I had the pleasure of spending the evening with Nika for a lovely dinner at one of my favorite restaurants in the LES, a snowy stroll through Alphabet city, Tarot cards, astrology, and of course some fabulously funky wine. After such a marvelous evening how could I not make a post?
(c) Graz LLC, image courtesy of www.cafe-katja.com
We began the evening here, at Cafe Katja in the Lower East Side, just a couple doors down from the Tenement Museum. It’s a tiny family owned restaurant and bar, serving authentic Austrian food at very reasonable prices. The atmosphere is trendy, but not pretentious, sporting exposed brick walls, mirrors, candles, and a glass facade; perfect for dates, or just a night out with friends. The food is unique and absolutely delicious. I have yet to have something there that I didn’t like, whether it be their marinated herring salad, homemade pretzels(which I had before I was gluten free), cheese plates, root vegetable dishes, rich and refreshing spatzle, or any variety of their Austrian sausages. Last night I had hickory smoked salmon with mashed potatoes and spinach, while Nika braved blood sausage with a sauce and herbed side dish(we’re still not quite sure what it was, but it was good!). For two large entrees, a cozy dinner out, with tip, only set us back $36. If you’re ever taking a journey down to the LES, you absolutely MUST go.
Cafe Katja is located at 79 Orchard St. It’s a block down from the Tenement Museum, south of Delancy, between Broome and Grand.
Learning the Tarot by Joan Bunning, image courtesy of barnesandnoble.com
After a small stroll north in the snow, and picking up some fabulous Bitch wine on Ave C(the store was fabulous but I didn’t snag a card, an update will come later), Nika and I were finally able to sit down for some serious Tarot card work. We’ve both been reading for a while, but still have so much to study. It was also a new experience for me to have somebody else do my reading, as well as reading for her with her deck. If you’ve ever been interested in getting started with Tarot, pick up a Rider Waite Tarot deck(this is the standard ) and a copy of Joan Bunning’s book, Learning the Tarot. Most major bookstores should have it, and it is an absolute must have for any and all beginners.
For more ideas on yummy places to eat, or of course tarot advice, check the Bites section, or send me an email: eastblocktalk@gmail.com
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