Pulperia Latin Mediterranean Kitchen. Photo Courtesy of Pulperia.
On Saturday, September 6th, this journalist had the chance to dine at Pulperia Latin Mediterranean Kitchen, which is located in the Theater District neighborhood of New York. Miguel Molina serves as its executive chef.
Appetizers
One’s culinary journey at this fusion restaurant (which blends Latin and Mediterranean flavors) begins with its appetizers. Their “Crispy Calamari” is tossed with fried plantains, onion, tomato and radish salad, as well as shishito peppers and chipotle aioli.
Crispy Calamari. Photo Credit: Markos Papadatos
Equally delectable is their “Pan Con Tomate,” which is “Spanish-Style Grilled Bread with Tomato.” The bread is lightly- toasted coupled with their tomato spread, as well as garlic, salt, and extra virgin olive oil.
Pan Con Tomate. Photo Credit: Markos Papadatos
Their popular “Beef Empanadas” (consisting of olives, hard-boiled eggs, onions, scallions) and served with Chimichurri sauce were spicy and savory.
Empanadas at Pulperia. Photo Credit: Markos Papadatos.
Entrée
As an entrée, their “Picaña Bomba Rice paella” is quite exceptional. It features grilled picaña, nora sofrito, oyster mushrooms, pearl onions, piquillo peppers, beef broth and truffle aioli.
Picaña Bomba Rice. Photo Courtesy of Pulperia Latin Mediterranean Kitchen.
The meat was medium rare and tender, and the presentation was noteworthy. This is the ideal main course for a party of two.
Roasted Potatoes at Pulperia. Photo Credit: Markos Papadatos.
Side dishes
Memorable side dishes include their roasted potatoes were crispy, well-seasoned, and salty, and their Onion Rings were neatly-battered.
Crème Brûlée Cheesecake. Photo Credit: Markos Papadatos
Desserts
At Pulperia, one should leave room for dessert. Their “Crème Brûlée Cheesecake” and “Cremoso al Cioccolato” were both delicious choices for sweet delights.
Cremoso al Cioccolato. Photo Credit: Markos Papadatos
The Verdict
Overall, Pulperia Latin Mediterranean Kitchen is a pleasant and exquisite eatery in Manhattan’s Theater District. It has a warm and vibrant ambiance.
The Latin and Mediterranean flavors and seasonings in this cuisine were rich and scrumptious. There is always something new to try at each visit at Pulperia due to its extensive menu of offerings.
Chef Miguel Molina and his team deserve to be commended for their artistic creativity in the re-imagining of all of their dishes with a modern flair to them.
Pulperia is refreshing, and it garners 4.5 out of 5 stars. It is recommended that one checks it out the next time they are in Restaurant Row in New York City.
To learn more about Pulperia Latin Mediterranean Kitchen, check out its Instagram page and visit its official homepage.
Pulperia Latin Mediterranean Kitchen. Photo Courtesy of Pulperia.
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