Curtain Call at Amali
On Monday, November 8th, stars gathered to toast Jessica Vosk, a Broadway performer who sold out her Carnegie Hall show. Glasses filled with drinks from a seasonal cocktail list, organic wine menu and Mediterranean beer array clinked in celebration of the joyous occasion at Mediterranean restaurant Amali’s 10th Anniversary Party.
The Mediterranean way of life that the restaurant Amali, which opened in 2011 is modeled after, is present in the atmosphere. The owners, James Mallios, Kylie Monagan, Tanya Saxena, and Michael Van Camp ensured this execution from design, to food and drink. The executive chef of this Midtown East neighborhood restaurant, Alex Tubero, emphasizes vegetables, olive oil, cheese, grains and fish in his masterminded menu. Growing up in South Florida, constant exposure to seafood and fresh produce has allowed Alex’s love for cooking to develop into a distinguished culinary background.
From the cauliflower garnished in a harmonious blend of colatura, golden raisins and mint to dishes like the Maine lobster ravioli, Filet Mignon, and Spanish Octopus, the food at Amali evokes the highest sensory experience. The restaurant’s menu, which fuses historical traditions of the Mediterranean with modern-day New York City, has been enjoyed by many popular celebrities including Zac Posen, David Burtka, Pentatonix singer Scott Hoying, Dear Evan Hansen concertmaster Justin Smith, and American Idol star Melinda Doolittle.
The highly acclaimed restaurant is a humble welcome for greatness. They boast a commitment not just to their guests but to the world at large. Their dedication to sustainability has garnered Amali recognition from the Obamas, Slow Food Society, and the New York Times. They even promote musical talent, hosting The New Power Trio on Sundays with Dear Evan Hansen Concertmaster Justin Smith and fellow Broadway alums along with Jazz Trio performances on Monday.
Open from Monday-Sunday, dining, celebrating or grabbing a drink at Amali is an experience you will relive for weeks on end.
