Actually, it should be "Eye on Facebook." For everyone wondering what will replace Ca' Mea at 333 Warren Street, the answer was found recently in two appeals for new employees that appeared on Facebook. A
new restaurant, headed by NYC chef and restaurateur
John DeLucie, is expected to open sometime this summer. Associated with the restaurant will be a
butcher shop and fishmonger, "selling fish, local produce such as tomatoes, peppers, corn, and fruits," as well as "ready to cook items such as hamburgers, meat and fish shish kebabs, crab cakes, marinated leg of lamb, etc."
Although I love the fish at the farmer’s market, as well as the meat from the vending machines, we do need a true butcher and fishmonger, Speaking of Facebook, it was baffling and disappointing to see so much negativity directed at their post and that many comments had to be deleted. It seems those groups are filled with people who live outside of Hudson, or maybe just went to high school here, who bitterly whine about any improvements to a town they proudly “never visit anymore.”
ReplyDeleteHudson has changed, my has it changed, but people don't change. We heard the same complaints 30 years ago as the antiques shops opened. Sad. Hudson is vibrant and booming to me that's great news. Bring on fresh meat, fish and green groceries.
DeleteSo glad to hear this - it's a great space and location for a butcher shop or restaurant. There was a rumor that it was going to be an architect's office - this could be a much better use. And the proposed chef has quite a resume! Thanks for the heads up.
ReplyDeleteThis is another redundant eatery. How is it different than Talbott & Arding, Olde Hudson and numerous farm stands just outside of town? The offerings are, well, meaty and processed. Don't we deserve some healthier food choices that are imaginatively developed and conceived like many famous chefs are offering now? Albeit, in NYC and CA. I'm waiting, Hudson! Ones that are more challenging to make, worth a trip and the money? Sorry, another hunk of pork is not to everyone's taste or culture. Or, even animal protein. Are they going to be eviscerating whole hogs in the one-time garden? **Next to Hudson Hall! I'm guessing that's why comments were deleted. The space was perfect for the Ca M'ea restaurant. Beautiful outdoor garden dining and warm interior. It's really a shame they moved. There will be many that will find this comment not to their liking but an alternate opinion should be heard just the same.
ReplyDeleteOk, you don’t like meat. That’s cool. Your “alternate opinion” is yours to have and proclaim. But for those that partake in animal protein, there is no real butcher shop in town. A small selection of overpriced freezer burned meats at Olde Hudson ain’t cutting it. And those Applestone vending machines are closing for good at the end of this week. This new business is filling a void and it will do well. Also, I think you’re confusing a butcher with a slaughterhouse. That being said, I’m sure a creative vegan place would fill another void and also do well. Lots of voids (ie opportunity) in Hudson. Let’s welcome them all.
DeleteThank you for your thoughtful reply. I am not confused by the difference between a slaughterhouse and a butcher. Neither by what whole hog BBQ entails. That appears to be headed for the, err, garden. I do visit Hudson Hall and the blocks around. This will be hard to overlook. It's true, turning kind, sweet animals into a protein is not my thing. Really, there will be no way to avoid what's happening. The smell alone. So one of my favorite spots in town is now a place to avoid. How's that for Hudson Hall? Recently, Hudson restauranteurs have had a bad case of blind spot. Mexican Radio had many selections and of course Park Falafel was beyond great. What's left is Baba Louis limited choice. There's just so much pizza you can eat. As you note, there is a void, an enormous one. What's doin, Hudson! It's time to get with the times. Yes, I do think a creative vegan restaurant would do well. We have eaten at such places in Bucks County. How about Ithaca. If they can do it what's going on here is perplexing indeed.
DeleteAppleton is closing? More on this please
ReplyDeleteApparently, Applestone has already closed. The last day was yesterday, July 9. This message can be found on their website http://applestonemeat.com:
DeleteDear Applestone Customers:
As of this Friday, July 9, we will be closing the doors of all Applestone Meat Company retail locations.
We’re so thankful to you for welcoming us into the communities of Stone Ridge, Hudson, and Eastchester, and for enjoying our meat on your grills, picnic blankets, and dinner tables.
This was not a decision we made lightly. We love what we do and we feel incredibly lucky to have been part of your lives for the last five years. Unfortunately, maintaining our principles regarding supply chain, processing methods, staff pay and benefits, and product pricing has proved to be too challenging.
Through the end of the month, Web site orders and curbside pick-up will continue to be available in Stone Ridge until inventory runs out. If you’re looking to stock up or have a gift certificate to use, we invite you to order online during this time.
Thank you again for your patronage and friendship.
– The Applestone Meat Company