Daily Veg: Shira-ae from Hibino

The Shira-ae ($5) under Hibino's "tofu" section of the menu looks like a big mass of green, which it is, but it's a little more nuanced than that. The chefs at this cozy, Kyoto-style Japanese corner spot simmer the greens in a dashi broth just long enough for the veggies to absorb its light, clean flavor while remaining crisp.

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Post a Comment | Posted by Erin Zimmer, January 6, 2012 at 11:15 AM
Tagged: Cobble Hill, Daily Veg, Hibino, Japanese, vegetarian

Apps Only: Hibino, Cobble Hill

Editor's note: In "Apps Only," Ben Fishner will be eating his way through New York's appetizer, bar, and lounge menus as your guide to fine dining on a budget. Clockwise from bottom left: Edamame, Fried Taro Potatoes, and the...

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5 Comments | Posted by Ben Fishner, February 16, 2010 at 1:30 PM
Tagged: Apps Only, Brooklyn, Cobble Hill, Hibino, Japanese, sushi

Advice for Brooklyn Restaurant Week From Brooklyn Bloggers

You still have until this Thursday, April 2, to hit up Dine in Brooklyn, Brooklyn's annual Restaurant Week. With over 175 eateries offering the $23 prix fixe deal, choosing can be a tad overwhelming. Let's hear what the local Brooklyn bloggers have to say.

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5 Comments | Posted by Erin Zimmer, March 30, 2009 at 1:30 PM
Tagged: Bar Tabac, Blue Ribbon, Brooklyn, Brooklyn Restaurant Week, Giando on the Water, Hibino, Miriam, Restaurant Week, River Cafe, Zenkichi