Bacon Swan Song?

Well, not really.

People will always love bacon, and our Bacon Tastings with Josh Ozersky are pretty popular. However, Josh made a good point in a recent posting on The Feedbag; it is best to make your reservations for Tuesday's Bacon Tasting now, just in case we can't fit another one in for a while! Please visit our website by clicking here or call 212 982 3006 to make reservations.

Bacon

Josh Ozersky will be back Tuesday, October 20, with a Bacon and Beer Tasting. This time he will be joined by Jon Lundbom of B. United Importers. Jon always comes up with an eclectic selection of off-beat imports. Exepct a smoky beer, a beer made with chestnut, and something with cocoa, I'm sure!

Bacon is so hot these days - read Dan Mazei's article A Trendsetter's Toast to Bacon.

A Toast to Bacon

Some of our picks for best bacons - Mountain View and Benton's! Try our new dish: Dandelion greens with bacon -dripping vinaigrette. BLT crostini. You can read more about trends in bacon here and come to Jimmy's No. 43 for our popular Beer and Bacon Tastings. The next one is September 22. Keep an eye on our Events section for updates!

Bacon and Beer Tasting Tuesday, August 18th

On Tuesday, August 18, writer Josh Ozersky will be in The Tasting Room to guide you through some of his favorite bacons including: Benton's smoked bacon, Tennessee Mountain View bacon, Upstate New York Local Baked bacon, EV Butcher Rub BBQ bacon, and of course, Oscar Mayer thick sliced. Bacons will be paired with Schoolhouse Kitchen Mustards and featured brews from Shelton Brother's Beers.

To take part in Tuesday's tasting, you can visit The Tasting Room online or call 212 982 3006. There will be one seating at 7:30 PM and $45/ per person gets you in for all the beer and bacon fun!

Bacon, Beer and Chutney Tasting

Great news! Writer Josh Ozersky aka Mr. Cutlets will be back at Jimmy's No. 43 on Wednesday, May 20 at 7:30 PM for the very popular Bacon, Beer and Chutney Tasting.

As part of Bacon Week (May 18-22) at Jimmy's No. 43, Mr. Ozersky will lead a tasting of 5 local bacons. Jon Lundbom from B. United Importers will be there to pair those bacons with five great beers. To top it all off, Wendy Smith from Schoolhouse Kitchen will provide delicious mustards and chutneys.

Tickets for the Bacon, Beer and Chutney Tasting are $35 per person and can be purchased online on our Tasting Room page.

In the Tasting Room

Tonight, Tuesday January 27, the venerable Josh Ozersky will be your guide for a Bacon, Beer and Chutney tasting in our Tasting Room. There will be just one seating tonight at 7:30 PM for $45/ per person. You can read about past bacon tastings by clicking here.

If you miss tonight's tasty adventure, don't worry! There are more to come.

Come to Jimmy's No. 43 on Valentine's Day and enjoy a guided tasting featuring artisanal chocolate and craft beer. Join Aaron Foster of Taza Chocolate (Boston) and Jon Lundbom of B. United importers, as they pair some of America's best chocolate with Europe's best beers. Bring a friend, fling, or lover and experience the intensity of Taza's organic, stone ground dark chocolate, with flavors like Salted Almond, True Cinnamon, and Guajillo Chile. Wash it down with a sampling of Europe's finest brews. Beer +
Chocolate = Bliss is happening at Jimmy's No. 43 on Saturday February 14, at 8:00 PM. The tasting is $45/ per person. Space is limited. Couples are encouraged.

On Thursday February 26, join us for a Beer and Pickles Tasting guided by Rick Field from Rick's Picks featuring beers from Ommegang Brewery. There will be one seating at 7:30 PM, tickets $45/ per person.

Tickets can be purchased at jimmysno43.com.

Kudos for Bacon!

The Tasting Room at Jimmy's No. 43 is a happy place for those who love to savor their food. A happy participant of our recent Beer, Bacon and Chutney tasting said "It was pretty awesome." You can read more of his comments if you click here. Keep checking here and at the Jimmy's No. 43 website for information about future tastings, including the upcoming Beer and Pickle pairing. Don't forget, tonight is the Queens Historical Farm Benefit featuring Sixpoint beers on draft.

We'll see you there.

Bacon and Escarole Recipe

Food writer Rob Patronite asked for this escarole and bacon recipe a few weeks ago. Jimmy's No. 43 had featured this recipe on the original menu back in 2005- 2006. I am THRILLED like a teenager to see it published in this week's New York Magazine!

Try your hand at this recipe, then stop by and taste some dishes from our new menu. For a preview of the flavors to come follow this link to see our menu.

Don't forget, on Tuesday October 21 join us in The Tasting Room for a guided Bacon, Beer, and Chutney Tasting featuring the beers of High and Mighty Brewery, with brewer Will Shelton. For further information, visit our website.

Bacon Tasting Reviews

I like to share a good thing, whether it be good food or a person who knows good food and can share that knowledge with others. That's what the tastings at Jimmy's No. 43 are all about. One of my favorite tastings is the Bacon and Beer Tasting guided by Josh Ozersky, aka "Mr. Cutlets". Who can resist the succulent flavors of smoky, crisp bacon? Few can deny the allure of a fine bacon paired with a good beer.

Case in point, Mary Izett wrote in great detail about last year's bacon tasting. Bust Magazine has a blog that featured the Bacon and Beer Tasting that took place just last week.

In addition to several beer selections from Sixpoint Craft Ales, last week's tasting featured bacons from Oscar Mayer (USA), Flying Pig Farm (NY state), Violet Hill Farm (NY state), Nodine's (Connecticut) and Benton's (Tennessee).

Enjoy the bacon tasting reviews then go to the greenmarket, talk to the farmers, buy bacon!

Bacon and Beer Tasting Tonight

The Strong Buzz recommends tonight's (September 8) Bacon and Beer Tasting at Jimmy's No. 43. Tonight's tasting features some of the finest bacons paired with select Sixpoint Craft Ales and will be hosted by Grub Street's Josh Ozersky, aka "Mr. Cutlets". Two seatings are available- 6:30 and 8:30. Event tickets and further information are available at www.jimmysno43.com.

Bacon and Beer Tasting

If you haven't been introduced to Brooklyn's Sixpoint Craft Ales, it is important to get down to the fundamentals. Recently I had an opportunity to talk with Sixpoint Craft Ales brewmaster Shane Welch in anticipation of the upcoming Bacon and Beer Tasting at Jimmy's No. 43:

What flavor profile is Sixpoint aiming for?

We aim to scratch that itch in the middle of your back that has been nagging you for years.

If I had never tried Sixpoint, which beer would you suggest I try?

If you prefer blondes, Sweet Action. If you like dark features, the Brownstone.

What limited Sixpoint beers will be available the beginning of September?

We have a Belgian Strong Ale coming out brand new release, hoppy, spicy, and brewed with fresh coriander. Also look for a couple other goodies currently in the works….

How do make the Gorilla Porter so flavorful??

Its a team effort. Youll have to consult our allies over at Gorilla Coffee.

Jimmy's No. 43 will be hosting a Bacon and Beer Tasting Monday September 8. Food writer and meat aficionado Josh Ozersky will talk about the bacons, and Sixpoint Craft Ales will be the featured beers. For more information visit Jimmysno43.com.

Bacon Trends

Recently, New York Post writer, Carla Spartos, wrote an article about 80's food trends that have made a comeback for the new millennium. At Jimmy's No. 43, bacon has a much deserved place of honor on the menu which did not go unnoticed by Ms Spartos who mentioned "The Slab" in her article.

The Slab is a generous portion of Benton's smoked bacon with ice wine vinegar.

On Monday September 8, Jimmy's No. 43 will be hosting a bacon tasting which will artisanal bacons with beers from Brooklyn's Sixpoint Craft Ales. For more information visit Jimmysno43.com.

Bacon Night is May 12

Bacon Night will kick off Bacon and Summer Beer Week at Jimmy's No. 43. (May 12- 15th)

To get some insight, check out this post from The Strong Buzz...

"I grew up without bacon. I know, it’s a very sad to hear, but that’s how things went down. It really wasn’t so bad actually because I didn’t know any better..."

Food writer Andrea Strong will be on hand to make up for those lost bacon years and gain a little wisdom from Josh Ozersky - aka Mr. Cutlets.

For further information, visit www.jimmysno43.com or call 212 982 3006.

Bacon Night Marks the Start of Bacon and Summer Beer Week at Jimmy's No. 43

On May 12 the editor of New York Magazine's Grub Street, Josh Ozersky (aka Mr. Cutlets) will be hosting a bacon tasting in the back room at Jimmy's No. 43. In addition to having hosted several bacon tastings at Jimmy' s No. 43, Josh Ozersky has also authored The Hamburger: A History. He is on a meat mission to introduce chefs and restaurants to quality farms and meat producers. His passion and expertise make him just the right person to host Bacon Night which kicks off Bacon and Summer Beer Week at Jimmy's No. 43.

During the week of May 12- 15 the menu will feature some special bacons and summer beers. Some of the bacons on hand: Benton's from Tennessee, Flying Pigs Farm and Violet Hill Farms from New York state, Summerfield Farms and several others. A sampling of the Summer Beers that will be featured include: Schlenkerla Helles Lager, Reissdorf Kolsch, Troubadour Blond, Allagash (Maine) White, Hitachino White Ale (Japan), and many more.

You can find more information about events, menus, and location at our main site for Jimmy's No. 43


See you May 12-15.

Bacon Tasting from the Archives

Grub Street's Josh Ozersky has hosted several bacon tastings at Jimmy' s No. 43, and we hope to book him again soon.
Mr. Cutlet's Bacon Tasting