Westcheddar correspondent Billy Henderson was back on the scene at this year’s annual Best of Westchester party, hosted by Westchester Magazine. It’s the party of the summer in the 914, and as always, Billy blessed us with his Top 5 Tables at the event….
It’s that time of year again. The Best of Westchester Party 2013 popped off Wednesday night. Bill Murray, great weather, fake asses (goddamn) and my cousin Lars all made an appearance. I was half drunk on the 6 train when I wrote this Top 5, sitting next to a Bronx State escapee and a teenage girl who was convinced that everyone on the train wanted to hear Chris Brown mad early in the morning. Me, I was turning up the Willie Hutch. Let’s get into it.
1. X2O
71 Water Grant Street
Yonkers, NY 10701
914.965.1111
For years Chef Peter Kelly walked around like he ran the BOW party. This year he proved it. Not only did he bring Bill Murray and his new vodka line, he had the best dish there. A Thai marinated grilled shrimp with fresh watermelon, kafir lime, toasted cumin and goat cheese. It read and looked confusing. I’m still wondering why it tasted so fucking delicious. God bless Chef.
2. Mt. Kisco Seafood
477 Lexington Avenue
Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
914.241.3113
These guys show up every year. All shucking and no jiving. 1600 Oysters from B.C. and Strong Island. Simple yet perfect.
3. The Tarry Lodge
18 Mill Street
Port Chester, NY 10573
914.939.3111
First time appearance for this place. They had mortadella profiteroles and a crostini of corn purée and crumbled pancetta. Slammin’.
4. The Cookery
39 Chestnut Street
Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
914.305.2336
Chef Dave was in the house again this year with the best meatball in the county. Simple, delicate, delicious, and square.
5. Haymount House
25 Studio Hill Road
Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510
914.502.0080
This place had a few things but their gazpacho with pikachoo crab hit the spot. Cold. Smooth. Crab. Winning combination.
That’s the fuckin’ list. Shouts to Uncle Ralph for another great party, Slovenia vodka, Bill Murray, Westchester MILFs, Chef Bronsolino, and Lars. Stanley Ipcus and Westcheddar…… you already know. See ya next year.
Thanks for another epic recap, Billy! Gotta get babysitters for next year’s party. Been too long since I was in attendance. Peace to Lawyer Mike. One.
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