Rating: 
Petrossian is to brunches what Renoir masterpieces are to painting. That is not hyperbole — C’est si bon!
The enchanted main Petrossian venue in New York’s upliftingly beautiful Alwyn Court building is an oasis of soothing civility. The French-Romanian architect Ion Orveanu, commissioned to create the most tastefully luxurious and cocooning interior known to mankind, delivered with pink Finnish granite, etched Erté mirrors, a Lanvin chandelier, Lalique crystal wall sconces and bronze sculptures from the 1930’s. The elegant surroundings suggest elegant dress, but diners do visit sporting casual chic and are more than welcome. The varied guests are cosmopolitan and international, and locally may be from the East Side, the West Side and all around the town. Read the rest of this entry »
