How Chef Hillary Sterling Runs Her 120-Seat NYC Restaurant Using Live-Fire - Smoke Point

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  • @NathanHarrison7
    @NathanHarrison7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +538

    Without this channel would be a lot of places that would go unnoticed by me. Thank you so very much for taking the time to bring these gems to the world.

  • @RagedmeeksGaming
    @RagedmeeksGaming 2 ปีที่แล้ว +613

    Extremely high quality food, presented beautifully and not overly-pretentious. The trifecta.

    • @gregorfurtenbach6893
      @gregorfurtenbach6893 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yea this was a vision made into reality. A well built business

    • @Chonchey
      @Chonchey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I LOVE RAW

    • @jben212
      @jben212 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Costs a fortune. Quadrafecta

    • @thereissomecoolstuff
      @thereissomecoolstuff 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This chef has used every opportunity and experience to provide an amazing experience. I'll eat there next trip to NY.

    • @Neurotik51
      @Neurotik51 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      almost as though they're being filmed....

  • @rafaelperalta1676
    @rafaelperalta1676 2 ปีที่แล้ว +145

    Definitely one of the best showcases here. The chef is sincere. Her passion shines through and that is well translated by her staff. Great stuff too that she wants others to experience the foods she tasted. I know that feeling. 😊

  • @theyreMineralsMarie
    @theyreMineralsMarie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +437

    The prices here are actually really reasonable. That lamb dish is only $36. For NYC fine dining that's a steal.

    • @brandonzanzig3200
      @brandonzanzig3200 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Wow, that's an amazing price!

    • @geert574
      @geert574 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Should be about 50 pretty soon 😁

    • @agravery223
      @agravery223 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yeah but that ribeye is $168 👀

    • @Chris-qy3dp
      @Chris-qy3dp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      @@agravery223 that is a Porterhouse steak and for the same size steak at a high end steakhouse can easily be over $250. $168 is a fair price for a 45oz steak.

    • @joedennehy386
      @joedennehy386 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For a reheated cooked shredded lamb sausage, I would much rather a portion of roasted shoulder.

  • @tioswift3676
    @tioswift3676 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    As a past director of Restaurants, I’m always in awe of the sheer ingenuity and work required to bring higher end restaurants like this to reality. I’ve seen it in person and I have so much respect for these people.

    • @joecobb7153
      @joecobb7153 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep good food takes alot of work alot of people don't get that

  • @rexmundi1812
    @rexmundi1812 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I will repeat myself: the measure of success of videos like these is,
    Would I definitely visit when I can?
    And the answer is an absolute yes.

    • @manurocker1
      @manurocker1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Coudn't agree more. A lot of these places are aspirational right now (to go casually I mean), but soon! :)

  • @RG-ls2db
    @RG-ls2db ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Food cooked over firewood really is the best, it really brings out the flavour.
    I can't imagine the added complexity and chaos of using firewood in a commercial application.
    Kudos to Hillary for following her passion.

  • @thehumbleonion6929
    @thehumbleonion6929 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    absolutely love how honest and realistic this is, everything isn't perfect, not everything can come in in a hessian sack from the farmer itself, not every process is super clean and easy.... she just fukn knows a lot about it and shares it with her team and the product is beautiful and genuine and I can only imagine how insanely delicious!

    • @ProjectHumanWeapon
      @ProjectHumanWeapon ปีที่แล้ว

      How the hell they get a raw fire permit in nyc

  • @moto3463
    @moto3463 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Love the Chef you can tell she really is passionate about good quality food & ingredients and not pretentious in anyway. Would love to try some

  • @ArgoVII0
    @ArgoVII0 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I always admire the passion that goes into the preparation by these Chefs.

    • @Humanprototype-wh8qr
      @Humanprototype-wh8qr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you
      Would love to have you as a guest to show the skills we gathered

  • @bpooboi
    @bpooboi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Much respect and tingling taste buds for this ladies menu. Very interesting ideas. I love the dehydration the reconstitution in flavored liquids. Friggan awesome 11/10

  • @jobyJOBSGAG
    @jobyJOBSGAG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Love the cherry tomato slicing hack! Will be trying that in my kitch

    • @bampeebles3855
      @bampeebles3855 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How awesome was that!

    • @ulxtmx5018
      @ulxtmx5018 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      my brain popped and I shouted haha

    • @loganhinsley5328
      @loganhinsley5328 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      i teach this trick to everyone i work with it feels like cheating

    • @coltonvanessa5096
      @coltonvanessa5096 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I came to the comments just for this

    • @Batman-nz2ue
      @Batman-nz2ue 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Daymn son, my employer's kitchen is all about speed there's no time to think so we never thought of this. Lol.

  • @RebuttalRecords
    @RebuttalRecords ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love the science, creativity, originality, and passion of this presentation.

  • @MikeM.1971.GenX.
    @MikeM.1971.GenX. ปีที่แล้ว +16

    as a restaurant owner, I can tell you her passion definitely exceeds my own. and her explanation on how she produces her t-bones or porterhouse, she is absolutely committed to her Craft

  • @marcelocoronado884
    @marcelocoronado884 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Direct connection with supplies and the art of cooking. She is a total genius!!!!!

  • @samjones4327
    @samjones4327 2 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    Awesome Showcase!!! Chef Sterling and her staff are amazing!

    • @kennethpereyda5707
      @kennethpereyda5707 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tell them to cover their heads- I won't eat there

  • @ukuduku
    @ukuduku 2 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    I love how she gives you a nice portion. I watch these experienced chefs get on here and sell you the process of creating great dishes but the final plate couldn't even feed a toddler. She very generous and I like that.

    • @theNoxie
      @theNoxie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      Usually those dishes you're talking about are part of everything from 6-12 courses though

    • @pioneltapinessi947
      @pioneltapinessi947 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Well it ain't free that's for sure

    • @johanpetersen50
      @johanpetersen50 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@theNoxie the concept of tasting menus will never be understood by everyone i guess😅

    • @theNoxie
      @theNoxie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@johanpetersen50 Indeed😅 Their loss for sure!

    • @TremblingQualifier
      @TremblingQualifier 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yah because you are huge or looking to go to a nice restaurant to overfeed your belly. You can do that with oatmeal or food from home.

  • @NickWright
    @NickWright หลายเดือนก่อน

    This chef knows her chemistry! Incredible.

  • @abarton5346
    @abarton5346 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That lamb roulade is a 10. The engineering and preparation coupled with the pickled celery pesto is off the hook refined, high end and clever.

    • @joedennehy386
      @joedennehy386 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And ridiculously over complicated. A cooked shredded lamb sausage, then heated up in a pan. I just had medium rare grass fed New Zealand lamb for dinner, and I'd wager anything it tasted better than that. It's tricky cheffy look I'm clever for the sake of it food. Ridiculous

    • @method341
      @method341 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@joedennehy386 that's why you're at home and their customers are dining there. Maybe they are just sick of a plain old lamb chop?

  • @aaronsiva1678
    @aaronsiva1678 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The sound of the pizza bianca being sliced?
    SO GOOD.

  • @Keeethedon
    @Keeethedon ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ate here last night. 1 amazing appetizer. 2 entrees. 2 wonderful cocktails for 118$
    Food 10/10
    Vibe 10/10

  • @AllDayBikes
    @AllDayBikes ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The passion brings a tear to my eye. I'll always enjoy watching someone work who loves every moment and is so knowledgeable.
    I always wanted to be a great chef but lack discipline, ill settle for making my own food adequately lol

  • @OptimusWombat
    @OptimusWombat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    The Bistecca alla Firoentina is $168. But given how massive that cut is, that's actually not unreasonable.

    • @seminky5341
      @seminky5341 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Cant u just say reasonable

    • @ziggyc4474
      @ziggyc4474 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's crazy imagine 😳

    • @OptimusWombat
      @OptimusWombat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@seminky5341 no, because they don't mean the same thing.

    • @jdelorenzod2725
      @jdelorenzod2725 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@seminky5341 I know right? I had to do math in my head to understand that lol.

    • @radicalpaddyo
      @radicalpaddyo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@OptimusWombat not quite entirely unreasonable of you to perhaps say so

  • @mtrixina
    @mtrixina 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    9:46 the noise of the bread so crunchy. I love that!

  • @Bad.Pappy.Official
    @Bad.Pappy.Official 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is an art. Gorgeous!

  • @patricknavin2189
    @patricknavin2189 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hilary seems like a very honest chef. Lots of love.

  • @erikingmundson
    @erikingmundson ปีที่แล้ว +9

    She really respects her ingredients and keeps it simple. The food feels and looks unpretentious - just celebrate a couple of great ingredients by cooking them properly. That lamb roulade dish looks phenomenal. So much love and care.

  • @gilbertrinconII
    @gilbertrinconII ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is calmness & elegance.

  • @occultustactical6138
    @occultustactical6138 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The fact that the reuse and never discard the stock, but only add to it is incredible.

  • @kenxiong6830
    @kenxiong6830 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the design of the open kitchen. It’s been well thought out. Provides for entertainment while you eat

  • @franciscozahradnik8040
    @franciscozahradnik8040 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best food techniques I have seen in long time.

  • @tomklein6623
    @tomklein6623 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    love it - that's art - that's passion - thats real food

  • @elmiguel6725
    @elmiguel6725 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful, the fine art of cooking. You mastered it Hilary.

  • @chaunceylock
    @chaunceylock 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This persons thought process is amazing

  • @tylerljacobs
    @tylerljacobs ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I just had the steak last night and it was incredible! Such an amazing restaurant.

    • @kapitalisttas
      @kapitalisttas ปีที่แล้ว

      Probably weeks solary left there😂

    • @tylerljacobs
      @tylerljacobs ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@kapitalisttas Shared it with 5 people so nah lol.

    • @leslieanne7467
      @leslieanne7467 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so jelly

    • @AdjunktenFlygare
      @AdjunktenFlygare ปีที่แล้ว

      I hated it

    • @mrpotato4441
      @mrpotato4441 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Are most of the items à la carte? Bet a steak is pricey, looks totally worth it.

  • @russellszczepanski4414
    @russellszczepanski4414 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cooking at this level is an art

  • @mickzammit6794
    @mickzammit6794 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I worked a flame grille for quite some time with huge success in a limited space environment. I loved it but now I'm too old for all of that. This is bucket list stuff for me. More to see such devotion to the task but also to taste that lamb.

    • @ko-kf2nu
      @ko-kf2nu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      whats the life of a chef like?Is it glamorous as they show it?I heard its long hours with little pay

    • @mickzammit6794
      @mickzammit6794 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ko-kf2nu you negotiate your own pay and it's best to avoid hotel chains and places that have tiers of staff. They are those that demand a lot and pay little. However a bar and grille situation depends entirely on your performance. It's very demanding but also very satisfying if you love what you do. No reward. Move on. No one needs to be a slave.

  • @ariplatt8192
    @ariplatt8192 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jesus. So much work goes into good food. Unbelievable

  • @CCPwillfall01
    @CCPwillfall01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is the most awesome restaurant I've ever seen

  • @TheOhanaChef
    @TheOhanaChef 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love the way she manages the coal bed, and keeps the temperature consistent.

  • @aking9999
    @aking9999 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How wonderful ! everything is done in a traditional, Professionall way ! Preparing, tasting, and tweaking the food until its perfect ! I wish I could work there for a week ! However, already I have learned a great deal from this video, ( learning more even after 50 years cooking ) Love the idea of the butter poaching the steaks !

    • @stefanbauer423
      @stefanbauer423 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I worked here in Austria where i live, and we also poached our Steaks in a small pot of clarified butter that we had sitting on the edge of our grill. We seared it first and then gave it some 10-15 mins at a nice low temp. It was super delicious

  • @josephrocha142
    @josephrocha142 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is another world. Lol. It's pretty amazing that people make great food like this and the many people who can afford it. Fascinating!

  • @larryreznik7897
    @larryreznik7897 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm literally dying now for a lamb roulade! OMG!

  • @mikenicholson2548
    @mikenicholson2548 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The lamb looks so good. She's amazing

  • @TheTTstudio
    @TheTTstudio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I went to the restaurant today. Got some pasta and fish. The food they made have unique flavor which might not please everyone, but I recognize the quality and what they're trying to create. I do recommend this restaurant!

  • @americanangler94559
    @americanangler94559 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Chef/Owner does a wonderful job, he deserves your credit.

  • @j121212100
    @j121212100 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved that sound when she cut into the swordfish.

  • @JRCohen
    @JRCohen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I haven't seen a video that's made me want to fly immediately to try something in a long time. Wow!

  • @322miles
    @322miles 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Chef inspires our staff every service

  • @evj808
    @evj808 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Approachable, honest food…made with passion. I’m sold.

  • @jasonsiantar2734
    @jasonsiantar2734 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The food looks delicious. Honest, good products, clear presentation and real craftsmanship.

  • @danielmorales1981
    @danielmorales1981 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Running a restaurant needs love and effort. Props to the Chef and her team 👏🏽👏🏽

  • @Paul7596
    @Paul7596 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love these videos. The passion for food is contagious

  • @ibec69
    @ibec69 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This is a place I'd like to eat at. No pretentiousness, good portions, very well executed.

  • @ligamentpull1
    @ligamentpull1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very inspiring video, the intensity of Passion and Skill of both chefs is nothing short of spectacular!

  • @Taosravenfan
    @Taosravenfan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow. I can’t eat there because it’s not kosher, but darn I’d like to. I love the chef. She is brilliant and explains things in a beautifully simple way.

    • @joedennehy386
      @joedennehy386 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's what happens when you allow an imaginary friend to rule your life

    • @einundsiebenziger5488
      @einundsiebenziger5488 ปีที่แล้ว

      All religious food rules are silly. They were made in ancient times, when nobody knew electricity, refrigerators, food inspection etc. If any almighty gods existed, they would have better things to do than care what people eat or wear. There is no reward for abiding these rules. Life ends with death, and at the end you will only regret the things you did not do but would have liked to.

  • @slightliestupid9
    @slightliestupid9 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would love to feel the pressure of this kitchen !! Looks like there’s so much to learn from the Chef/Owner !!

  • @corgeousgeorge
    @corgeousgeorge 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMG the amount of prep! Such a hard worker

  • @chriscorsi622
    @chriscorsi622 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your food looks fantastic
    I really am impressed with your professionalism and your great recipes

  • @danielkelly9886
    @danielkelly9886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    proper cooking with feeling, real loving spoonful stuff, respect!

  • @TheAvgCookTX
    @TheAvgCookTX 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    One day I'll eat a 45oz steak. But that sword fish sauce sounds amazeballs

    • @nastynate838
      @nastynate838 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’ll get it 👍🏽

    • @ami2evil
      @ami2evil ปีที่แล้ว

      Sauce of Lord...

  • @franciscoortiz6980
    @franciscoortiz6980 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE THIS ! I am a guy from Texas who has lived in Italy... i look forward to eating here next time in nyc. Really like that owners and chefs are so dedicated. The only thing i see missing, that they do in Tuscany, is a balsamic drizzle on the steak. Each place has their mixture of spices to it... but adds another level.

  • @707ridah
    @707ridah 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful job you guys, from Chef to Chef 👨‍🍳 amazing work

  • @budgetingdaddyuk6761
    @budgetingdaddyuk6761 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love how passionate the chef is.

  • @derekbader130
    @derekbader130 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'd love to try that establishment! Everything looks great.

  • @HiMarsPewPew
    @HiMarsPewPew 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such an amazing teacher, zero wasted words of wisdom! Thank you for sharing your knowledge Chef!

  • @narbekalantarians6269
    @narbekalantarians6269 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    She's a chef and pitmaster - total badass. Thanks for showing this talent.

  • @parkjoe1
    @parkjoe1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The attention to details is amazing

  • @FoodBD
    @FoodBD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She explained nicely, excellent!

  • @christopherliston2371
    @christopherliston2371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, thanks Eater and Thank you Chef, Cheers!

  • @Perspari
    @Perspari 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is what I'm talking about, this is going on the bucket list!

  • @acbentertainment6265
    @acbentertainment6265 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    INCREDIBLE! Wow. What a place.

  • @anothertarnishedone5960
    @anothertarnishedone5960 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Quality food properly cooked by a chef who works at the kitchen like an equal. No jewelry, no nail-polish and no artifice. The proof that luxury and creative food doesn't need to be pretentious.

  • @Alex-ye1br
    @Alex-ye1br 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been in NYC for 10+ years and never heard of this place! Looks great.

  • @BurtGreenburg
    @BurtGreenburg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    looks amazing

  • @onesuchasi
    @onesuchasi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was an awesome display of various delicious dishes - I want to try them all! 🙂

  • @gabearly1
    @gabearly1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m exhausted just watching this for 11 minutes. Lol

  • @paulfitzpatrick8288
    @paulfitzpatrick8288 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Both the lamb dish and swordfish dish look amazing! Too bad I'm nowhere close to NYC.

  • @JohnGrit
    @JohnGrit ปีที่แล้ว

    On my list of restaurants to visit when I'm in NYC!! Looks so good

  • @jaredeyler6937
    @jaredeyler6937 ปีที่แล้ว

    The white pizza looks incredible. I love this chef she seems awesome I’d love to hear her talk about wine.

  • @greatvaluecorndog
    @greatvaluecorndog 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    that lamb looked incredible

  • @robertpalmer3166
    @robertpalmer3166 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am in no way comparing myself to this, but I have started cooking a lot using live fire. I have built my first rig and am gathering parts and supplies to build a bigger one. Studying the techniques, experimenting with ingredients and spices salts, etc. it is a very interesting and satisfying way of cooking.

  • @Nothing-zw3yd
    @Nothing-zw3yd ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've never been a big fan of fish, but I really love a nice swordfish steak. Nothing else quite like it to me. That looked absolutely perfect. The steak too. I need to seek this place out the next time I have to go to the city.

  • @adamf8335
    @adamf8335 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What beautiful , well cared for food! So creative.

  • @Killsun
    @Killsun 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Those steaks looks so delicious!

  • @sasha_nivar
    @sasha_nivar ปีที่แล้ว

    this was a beautiful behind the scene def has been added to places to go and visit while in NYC!

  • @actoraa
    @actoraa 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. Everything they do looks so good. No fancy BS.

  • @vaughanscott7308
    @vaughanscott7308 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So much hard work. Your food looks amazing congrats on a great restaurant 🍾

  • @Brandon-yq1tm
    @Brandon-yq1tm ปีที่แล้ว

    She shows she really appreciates the food and items she uses.

  • @chriscr21
    @chriscr21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Awesome video, Fantastic Chef and Resturant!

  • @adka9473
    @adka9473 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That little trick at 7:30 for cutting the tomato’s is nifty

  • @keithrelyea7997
    @keithrelyea7997 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow!!! What love for sharing the experience of a masters vision.

  • @mmpatriot2170
    @mmpatriot2170 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That was great. I love cooking on fire. All of those dishes looked great. Thanks. 👍

  • @elpllc7541
    @elpllc7541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There is so much more that goes into it than we would do at home

  • @brandillysmom
    @brandillysmom 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I get ideas from videos like this …. And also answers to questions that I’ve asked myself .

  • @notthefbi7932
    @notthefbi7932 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Steak soaking in butter, it brought a tear to my eye and a rumble to my stomach 😁

  • @toddi8534
    @toddi8534 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Impressive mise en place!

  • @mrartdeco
    @mrartdeco 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like how she never claim anything that she made is her idea, instead she brings us to join her past journeys around the world.
    She is a curator of culinary world!

  • @stevensawyer7428
    @stevensawyer7428 ปีที่แล้ว

    She's a great Chef. Passion for her art

  • @tonymusolino2369
    @tonymusolino2369 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those sun gold tomato’s are the sweetest and tastiest tomato’s i have ever eaten. Delicious