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The Wet Spots
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The Wet Spots first came to public attention when their YouTube video “Do You Take It (In the Ass?)” was downloaded over a million times. They are Canadian, bisexual, poly-amorous and married. Ooh, what a combo! The musical comedy duo are due to appear at the Zipper Factory, treating audiences to a night of monologues, songs and spankings. So for The Wet Spots, what take out joint really…hits the spot?
“We like to cook (that’s so not New York but we’re exotic Canadians). Ergo, one of our favorite takeaway treats is from grocer Agata & Valentina (1505 First Ave, 212-452-0690). Their Seared Salmon Crusted with Fennel (m/p) is incredible. Another favorite is Benny’s Burritos (113 Greenwich Ave, 212-727-0584). Their Veggie Burritos ($9.75–$10.95) are fresh and delicious. Also, it’s within spitting distance of a lover’s house—convenient for emergency protein.” N
The Wet Spots perform Sunday July 27 at The Zipper Factory (336 W 37th St, 212-352-3101). Visit TheZipperFactory.com for more info.
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Yes, Food Bar is gone, ladies and gentlemen. Time to sadly accept it and move on—a block over to Ninth Ave perhaps, where Zemi opened recently. It’s a family affair with chef ZeWan Zheng and his wife, Mary, running the show. Although I’ve yet to try the brunch, Zemi already feels like a neighborhood place, with surprisingly good comfort food on par with its Pan-Asian classic specialties.
The Singapore Sling ($8) with Beefeater gin, fruit juices, grenadine and bitters needed some tinkering, but the Empress’ Tonic ($6/glass, $15/pitcher), house-made red sangria, was right on. We started with lightly fried Crab Rangoon ($7.95) stuffed with fresh crabmeat and cream cheese, which was a real delight, as were fantastic Cold Sesame Noodles ($5.95). Pan Fried Pork Dumplings ($5.95) were also tasty bites.
But Zemi is no simple Chinese take out. While the Pulled Pork Sandwich ($8.95) from the Grill retained an Asian flair with BBQ sauce that had a kick reminiscent of Hot & Sour soup, the welcome portion of Spaghetti & Meatballs ($12.95) was a world apart, with a tasty marinara and delicious garlic peasant bread. Macaroni & Cheese ($10.95) was an excellent homey, creamy dish, with extra sharp cheddar, Parmesan and a baked panko crust. Traditional Pad Thai ($10.95) with simply seasoned chicken brought us back into the fold with springy noodles. It was the best we’d tried in a long time, uncluttered and honest with a host of flavors. Pan Seared Duck ($15.95) with crispy skin and a plum sauce glaze was also excellent. Straight up fabulous mashed potatoes accompanied.
We wanted to try the Flame Grilled Angus Hamburger ($8.95), the Caesar Salad ($10.25) and the Chopped Cobb Salad ($10.95), the Roast Beef ($8.95) with caramelized onions with Swiss (and we of course look forward to returning for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30am–3:30pm)—but there is only so much that even we can eat in one sitting, my dears. There are no desserts currently offered at Zemi (thank goodness!), but the stretch of Ninth just above it holds a bunch of sweet possibilities, should you so require. N —Peter Sherwood
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