Founded by Will Bowlby and Rik Campbell, the kitchen blends Indian flavors with seasonal British ingredients for its small-plate restaurants in several London neighborhoods; it’s a step above the city’s ubiquitous curry houses, yet not as fancy as the many fine-dining Indian restaurants.
Among Kricket’s peers opening this season here in New York, there’s potentially a brand-new spot from the famous Asma Khan (known for her Darjeeling Express), along with Ambassadors Clubhouse — restaurants that have stoked anticipation as London’s Indian scene increasingly expands into the U.S. market. At the NYC pop-up for $90, diners can sample Kricket staples like bhel puri, Keralan fried chicken, and fusion dishes that nod to Comal’s Mexico City-leaning sensibility. Reservations can be booked via Resy for at 5 p.m. and beyond.
Feast of San Gennaro starts today
The 99th annual Feast of San Gennaro returns to Little Italy, from Thursday, September 11 through Sunday, September 21, bringing the typical Italian American fare, music, a grand procession, and so on. The Blessing of the Strands kicks off the festival’s opening night at 6 p.m. and the Grand Procession hits the streets on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 2 p.m. Make plans accordingly to dive in or avoid what ends up a wildly packed neighborhood for the stretch. What food stalls should you hit? Here’s a refresher from former Eater critic Robert Sietsema.
A Carroll Gardens icon is for sale