restaurants.

I think restaurants are fascinating. I was a hostess at a well known steak house in the city for a few years back in college and still dream about being a waitress today. I think not sitting in an office all day is an extremely freeing experience. And being a part of making someones special night out is enjoyable. Except... in NYC going out to eat is not always a special night out, it is just a part of someones week. 


I am inclined to say I eat most of my meals out. Aside from a bowl of cereal or some microwaved popcorn, I cannot remember the last time I made prepared a full dish in my kitchen- and I have been blessed with a marble counter top, stainless steel appliance kitchen (complete with a specialized wok burner on the stove. I don't own a wok.). My Italian relatives would say wasting all of that is a sin. However, eating meals out or ordering in has become a way of life for me. 


I always say I am going to cook, especially when I have my boyfriend over, because a) it is cheaper b) it is healthier and c) it is supposed to be romantic but then the practicality of washing pots and pans and going to the grocery store to get olive oil or some random seasoning I don't own sets in and we're walking to a restaurant. I also really love to order. I have been told I am good at it. I have a knack for putting together an appetizer with two sides to make a great meal. I think the sides are usually the best part anyway...over all it is just fun and also lends itself to great people watching.


I would love some feedback from other New Yorkers, have you fell into the trap of ordering in constantly, or eating out at the myriad of restaurant choices we have at our finger tips? Please comment and share! For now, I have to go because the delivery guy is here with my dinner...