1. Harry CiprianiHL: At 1pm, you can usually find me at Harry Cipriani. I’ve been eating there regularly for over 25 years; I prefer it for lunch. Even though they’re known for their homemade pasta, I stick to fish. It’s a nice combination of NYC business types and the European jet set. It doesn’t hurt that I live in the building as well! My table is the first one when you walk into the restaurant on the right.
The Sherry-Netherland, 78 15th Ave, NY 10022

2. Avra HL: Legendary restaurateur Marc Packer recently opened up another Avra in the old Rouge Tomate space on East 60th Street. Of course, I even remember when it was the original Copacabana location. I love it for dinner: great Greek food and the best fish I have ever had. The only problem is that as soon as you sit down, they bring over pitta and their delicious Greek spreads that I can’t get enough of.
14 East 60th St, NY 10022

3. The Polo Bar HL: When I want to venture downtown during the workweek, I usually head to The Polo Bar for dinner. I love saying that it’s downtown, because, to me, 55th Street is downtown. It still seems like the hottest spot in NYC, even though it’s been open for over a year now. I can honestly say that I eat there once a week, and there is always some celebrity hiding among the wood panelling, plaid pillows and horse paintings. Ralph’s famous corned beef sandwich is truly amazing, but I usually go for the chicken paillard if I’m trying to be healthy.
1 East 55th St, NY 10022

4. Le Bilboquet ML: Of late my favourite lunch spot has been Le Bilboquet. I’m a sucker for their Cajun chicken and French fries. The staff is so amazing, and the menu has something for everyone. The casual dining atmosphere is very popular among ladies who lunch and very well-dressed Europeans.
20 East 60th St, NY 10022

5. Ambroeus ML: Sant Ambroeus on Madison Avenue is probably my favourite dinner spot at the moment. Their Italian food is perfect any time of the year. The only problem is that you have to walk past their homemade gelato to get to your table!
1000 Madison Ave, NY 10021

6. Le Charlot ML: My favourite neighbourhood go-to place Le Charlot – it’s just a block from my apartment. They have the best steak frites in the city, and a great French feel in the heart of the Upper East side. When the weather is nice, it’s such a treat to sit outside on East 69th Street.
19 East 69th St, NY 10021