Avoce Columbus is one of two restaurants helmed by executive chef Missy Robbins here in Manhattan. Each has a focus on fresh local ingredients with a classic Italian twist in a sleek, sophisticated environment. Today after running the Scotland Run 10K in Central Park, I had the pleasure of having a delectable brunch at Avoce Columbus.
One of the best things about Avoce Columbus is their homemade ricotta with sea salt, crushed red pepper, basil, and mint that is served with homemade foccacia and arrives at each and every diner's table. To-die for, melt in your mouth bread is paired with a milky lactic sumptuous ricotta. A great start to the meal!
So what did I have?
I had their "Uova in Purgatorio" which was two poached eggs placed simply on a plate with a light and delish san marzano tomatoes puree, rosemary, and a nice topping of pecorino. Dainty yet filling, herbaceous yet creamy -- a classic dish done with an updated contemporary flair, overall a perfect post race meal. We also split two of their verdure : cauliflower with almonds and golden raisins and their mushrooms with garlic and rosemary.
A tip to all of you looking for wine bargains, if you spend time going through their wine list you are guaranteed to find a few under $25 bottles of wine. For example today we had a lovely Italian white, Terre dei Grillo that was $23 and walked a perfect line between a crisp light white and a medium bodied white.
Overall a delightful meal in a great setting with lovely company.
Avoce Columbus
10 Columbus Circle, 3rd floor
NYC
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