On 7/22/2004 10:41 AM Ted shuffled out of his cave and grunted these
great (and sometimes not so great) words of knowledge:

> I am going to be spending some quality time in Brooklyn starting this
> weekend. I've never been to Brooklyn although I am very familiar with
> Manhattan. Normally we stay in mid-town and usually dine in the evenings
> north of the 30's (during the day when I am on my own I venture further
> afield). I am interested in a couple of very nice restaurants in Brooklyn
> or those that are an easy cab ride away from the downtown Brooklyn area
> (we're staying at the Marriott). My SO hates noisy restaurants so
> preferably a fine dining type restaurant for a few evenings. While I would
> like to try Peter Luger's from what I have read about the place the ambiance
> and service may be a little off-putting for my SO - comments? I am also
> interested in some interesting ethnic restaurants for during the day when my
> unadventurous SO is working ;-).
>
> Also are there any interesting foodie type shops or markets or areas to
> explore in Brooklyn or any *must do* places to check out?
>
> TIA
>
> Kate
>
>

Katz's Deli down in the Bowery. AUTHENTIC Jewish Pastrami, sandwiches
to die for. Not fancy (in fact VERY far from it), but probably THE BEST
pastrami and corned beef within 1000 (or more) miles.