At the Palais de Tokyo contemporary art gallery in Paris, artist Laurent Grasso and chef Gilles Stassart collaborated to create the Nomiya Restaurant. Part of the Electrolux sponsored ArtHome experience, it sits atop the gallery, where 12 patrons at a time can enjoy panoramic views of the city. The restaurant is a simple glass box, with perforated cladding covering the kitchen and preparation area. The glass walls are lit with colored LED’s, making the structure a visible beacon from miles away. Reservations are taken approximately one month in advance.

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Tucked in a corner of the East Village Manhattan, Double Crown is a fresh establishment celebrating the 19th century British presence in the countries of the Far East and South Asia. Super designers AvroKo blessed the restaurant/lounge with classic colonial style and a menu filled with an array of ecclectic dishes such as Lamb and Cashew meatballs and Tandoori marinated Foie Gras with Earl Gray prunes. The cocktail director, Brian McGrory, has compiled a drink menu that specializes in vodkas and gins which can be topped with various preserves such as cranberry, and bramley apple; all of which are made on the premises. More Images of Double Crown after the jump.

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Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati just recently opened their newest venture, Ducati Caffé. The dining, lounge, bar experience is complete with Ducati’s signature looks and colors, and of course, motorcycle themed decors. Check out more pics after the jump.

London based travel guide company Hg2 (A Hedonist’s Guide too…) has compiled a user-friendly guide to the best restaurants in N.Y. and London aptly named Eat New York and Eat London.  With the help of world-renowned food critics and top chefs these guides are sure to include a great selection of interesting and exotic restaurants. -$12

Not familiar with Hg2?  Here is a small excerpt about the company’s philosophy:

Our brand of hedonism taps into the spirit of Whatever Works for You – from chic boutique hotels to well-kept-secret restaurants locals don’t want tourists to find out about. We do not mindlessly seek out the most expensive; instead, we search high and low for the absolute/very best a city has to offer. Of course there is always a side order of great bars and hot clubs – but you’d demand nothing less. If this strikes a chord, Hg2 is for you.

At Vermilion is a new Indian-Latin restaurant in the Lexington-and-40’s area of New York. A branch of the critically-acclaimed Chicago restaurant of the same name, this new dining spot is sure to be a must try for anyone into Indian-Fusion cuisine. The minimalist aesthetics of the place is inspired by muted hues of black, white, and gray for the most part. Photographs of Indian fashion and dancers are displayed throughout also to give it a more stylish flair. Cocktails such as their “Pani Puri Chaat Margarita,” made with turmeric is unique but intriguing. And for true Indian-Fusion cuisine, most of the choices on the menu are vegetarian.

At Vermilion  – 480 Lexington Ave, at 46th

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Maybe you’d like to take a break from your usual Stoli or Grey Goose Vodka choices. Double Cross Vodka is a product of the Slovak Republic where it is produced at a family-run located in a 13th century village in the foothills of the Tarta Mountains. A seven step distillation process, as well as a seven step filtering process is used to make this special kind of vodka.

Awarded the Gold Medal for Packaging/Design at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Double Cross is the only vodka to ever win the Gold Medal for both taste and design.

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Ecco Ultra Lounge is Hollywood’s first and only green nightlife spot. Designed by Beau Robb, the space is eco-minded in its architecture and interior design. The lights are of energy-efficient LED lighting, the floors are bamboo, and the concrete fixtures are from eco-friendly cement. Departing from the design aspect, Ecco even provides free valet service for hybrid cars. For drinks, the bar serves a wide range of organic and eco-friendly libations. The drink menu boasts options such as the Ginger Tumbleweed (Hennessey VSOP Cognac, Organic Fresh Mint, Fresh Tangerine Pulp, Fresh Ginger, Fresh Lemon Juice), The Sparkling Acai (360 Eco-friendly Vodka, Acai Juice, Moet Chandon Sparkling), an Organic Berry Mojito, and many more. As for the grub, you can get dolphin safe yellow fin tuna croquettes for starters or free range organic chicken as a main course. Check out the rest of the menu and more pictures after the jump. Ecco is now only currently open for private parties and corporate events. However, they will be having a sepcial Halloween party. The official opening of the Ecco Ultra Lounge will come in a few weeks.

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Center Cut, located at the mezzanine of the Lincoln Center’s Empire Hotel in New York will be opening their doors tomorrow. The steakhouse by Jeffrey Chodorow will have in their menu items such as the “Flintstone” Beef Rib, the Double “Double” Lobster Bisque, and more. Steaks come a la carte or as classics (Diane, Oscar, au Poivre). Center Cut also has a nice private room for special occasions.

Located at: Empire Hotel, 44 W. 63rd St, Mezzanine Level (between Broadway and Columbus Circle)

Did you know that wineries can’t use the word “port” on wine labels unless they’re really from Portugal? As a name loophole against the European Union’s rules Pletier Station got clever with the packaging and naming of their “USB Port Wine.” The $25 bottle, which is actually a true Zinfandel port, is made with a serious nose of chocolate, balanced with ruby cherry and spice. Sounds good enough for a try, especially as a wine to accompany your desserts.

You can purchase a bottle at Peltier Station

New York City might not have the fresh air of the Colorado Mountains, but we now have something close enough. The Aspen Social Club is now open for drinks, and soon, some worthwhile eats. The restaurant and after hour spot is brought to you by High Bar and Amalia owner Greg Bier. Designed by Steve Lewis, the Aspen Social Club, brings you an unfamiliar mixture of what can be described as a luxury ski house vibe. Heavy on ceramic antlers dominating the ceiling, wood planks, vintage couches, and colorful etched glass fixtures, this restaurant/bar is definitely a new spot to put on your list when in town for some dinner. Read more to check out the menu and to see more images.

Aspen Social Club, 157 W. 47th St., nr. Seventh Ave.; 212-221-7200

Breakfast
Continental Breakfast Pastry, Jam, Fruit, Coffee, Juice – $10
2 Eggs any Style bacon/ham/venison sausage, hash browns, biscuit $12
Denver Omelette, hash browns, biscuit – $13
Pancakes fresh berries, maple syrup – $11
Whole wheat-walnut pancakes – $13
French Toast walnuts, maple syrup – $13
Steel-cut Oatmeal bananas, brown sugar – $9
Cold Cereals – $7
Fresh Fruit Plate with yogurt – $9
Pastries croissants, danish, muffins – $6 ea
Side of Egg – $3
Side of Hash Browns – $3
Side of Biscuits – $3
Side of Bacon/Ham/Venison Sausage – $5

Lunch and Dinner
Oysters on the Halfshell – $3 ea
Littlenecks on the Halfshell – $2 ea.
Tuna Tartare guacamole, potato chips – $8
Beet Salad feta, hazelnut vinaigrette – $6
Romaine Heart colorado ranch dressing – $9
Corn Fritters ancho-maple syrup – $7
Bison Slider smoked cheddar, gonzo sauce – $6
Trout Taco cabbage slaw, lime crema – $9
Elk Sausage cranberry-apple compote – $11
Shrimp Quesadilla salsa verde – $10
Chicken Quesadilla salsa verde – $8
Colorado Lamb “Lollipops” – $16
Yellowfin Tuna Devilled Eggs (5) chile salt – $9
French Fries chipotle ketchup – $5
Polenta Fries gorgonzola sauce – $7
Artichoke-Parmesan Dip tortilla chips – $12
Rocky Mountain Oysters chile mayonnaise – $10
Curried Onion Rings Ranch Dressing – $6
Basket o’ Biscuits sweet butter – $7
Devils on Horseback – $12
Mac & 4 Cheeses – $9
Buffalo Wings blue cheese dip – $9

Aspen Social Club, 157 W. 47th St., nr. Seventh Ave.; 212-221-7200