It's late in a new york city night and I'm hankering for some food. No desserts please, my sweet tooth has been satisfied for the day and nothing greasy, for I can't seem to stop at just one Corner Bistro burger. I just want a small quiet place to chill with a friend, talk over a light snack. The focus of the conversation though, must be about the "snack" itself. Cause we're in new york. And we're here to eat. Pssst...let's head to Ino's.

This truffled egg toast is hailed as a genius creation by Ino's fans...tack me onto the list. A thick slice of bread hovering the lines between a dense country and focaccia is hollowed out and filled with an egg then lavishly drizzled with truffle oil. The whole creation is slid into a small oven and toasted till the bubbling egg verges on spilling over the side of the bread, the edges, hot and crusty. A sprinkle of pepper to tie up the ends, sweet green asparagus, the essence of truffles everywhere, ohhhh...you know you want it.

PS
On another occasion, I enjoyed the hot bruschetta layered with pears and a snowy white mound of mascarpone. My mouth marveled at the delicious simplicity of crunchy bread doused in honey with bites of sweet crisp pears and a mouthful of creamy cool cheese. It's basic enough to make at home, but everything seems to taste better in the whisper-like cozy atmosphere of Ino's.

Apologies for the super off centered picture, I was so hungry I couldn't think straight! :)

Ino
21 Bedford St
NY, NY 10014
(212) 989-5769