Richard Jarocki

Richard Jarocki Richard Jarocki curates one-of-a-kind luxury travel experiences with a focus on Formula 1, fin...

Richard Jarocki curates one-of-a-kind luxury travel experiences with a focus on Formula 1, fine dining, and exclusive cultural immersion. Whether it's a VIP Grand Prix weekend, a bespoke food and wine journey through Latin America, or a five-star retreat, Richard ensures every itinerary is tailored for elite travelers who expect more than just a vacation.

Oiji Mi was one of those meals that kept getting better as it went—and I was glad I saved room.The five-course modern Ko...
08/19/2026

Oiji Mi was one of those meals that kept getting better as it went—and I was glad I saved room.

The five-course modern Korean tasting menu delivered memorable dishes, including the caviar donuts, spicy BBQ squid, scallop, Oiji Bowl, sea bass, and galbi. Everything felt polished and creative while still delivering bold flavors.

The service was great too, making the entire experience feel polished from start to finish.

The cocktails deserve attention, especially Ode to CDMX, The Arsonist, and Melon Eight Milk 2.0.

And dessert? Definitely save room. The Oksusu and Chamoe Bingsu were a great finish to the meal.

Would I return? Absolutely.

Read my full Oiji Mi review and see every course here:

https://rjvipgp.net/oiji-mi-review-nyc/

our Corners × Dassai Blue in Hyde Park, New York. 🍶The kombu-cured tautog, black bass and scallop roulade, and Ever-Grow...
08/17/2026

our Corners × Dassai Blue in Hyde Park, New York. 🍶

The kombu-cured tautog, black bass and scallop roulade, and Ever-Growing Family Farm rice were the highlights—and I’m still thinking about that sake-kasu broth.

We finished with Dassai sake gelato and yuzu sake, bringing citrus and sake flavors together in a dessert some guests compared to limoncello.

I’ll definitely return to Dassai Blue for future pop-ups, and I’m looking forward to trying Four Corners when it officially opens in Chatham.

Read my full review here:
https://rjvipgp.net/four-corners-dassai-blue-pop-up/

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An award tour through Viaggio Ristorante. 🍷🍝Dinner at the chef’s counter gave us a front-row seat to a tasting built ent...
08/13/2026

An award tour through Viaggio Ristorante. 🍷🍝

Dinner at the chef’s counter gave us a front-row seat to a tasting built entirely from scratch—from the handmade pasta and sauces to the house-made salumi.

The courses included Cinco Jotas Ibérico ham, olive oil-fried octopus, braised oxtail tortellini in tomato passata, spaghetti with summer squash and duck prosciutto, five-cheese Ravioli del Sol in orange-lemon butter and basil oil, fire-roasted swordfish, involtini di manzo, Seven Veils cake, and the chef’s vanilla gelato snack.

Chef Rabbit made the evening personal, while Robbie Felice’s influence was unmistakable: Italian cooking rooted in the food many of us grew up with, then pushed somewhere new.

That same energy runs through Pasta Ramen and Osteria—serious food served without a stiff atmosphere, usually with ’90s hip-hop or alternative music setting the tone.

Would I return to Viaggio? Absolutely—and I would sit at the chef’s counter again.

Read my complete review at the link in my bio or visit:

https://rjvipgp.net/viaggio-ristorante-review/ Chef Matthew McCormick Viaggio Ristorante Robbie Felice

Some places impress you with one thing.A great cocktail.An incredible wine list.A legendary whiskey collection.Bar Chime...
07/27/2026

Some places impress you with one thing.

A great cocktail.

An incredible wine list.

A legendary whiskey collection.

Bar Chimera somehow delivers all three under one roof.

Simon Kim didn’t create another cocktail bar. He built a destination where martinis, whiskey, wine, and an ambitious kitchen all receive the same level of attention.

From a dozen pristine oysters to the Golden Nuggets with caviar and the A5 Blackjack Sandwich, every dish felt intentional. And yes—the Blackjack is absolutely worth ordering if you appreciate exceptional ingredients and thoughtful ex*****on.

The funny thing is, I left wanting to go back.

Not because I missed anything.

Because there was still so much I wanted to experience.

Next time, I’m ordering the $95 Dinner at Chimera, the charcuterie, the crispy octopus, the crispy mushroom fries…

…and another Blackjack Sandwich.

Sometimes the best compliment you can give a restaurant—or in this case, a bar—is that you’re already planning your next visit before you’ve even left.

Full review now live at RJVIPGP.net

Living nearby, I’ve visited Pharmacy Kitchen & Bar Pharmacy Kitchen and Bar often and also enjoyed Craft 47 when it occu...
07/20/2026

Living nearby, I’ve visited Pharmacy Kitchen & Bar Pharmacy Kitchen and Bar often and also enjoyed Craft 47 when it occupied this space. When Chef Franz Brendle’s Fränzel opened, I kept meaning to stop in, but my schedule never lined up.

Yesterday gave me the perfect excuse. I watched the World Cup Final at the bar and was pleasantly surprised by the entire experience.

The giant Bavarian pretzel with beer cheese, pierogies with caramelized onions and speck, and Wiener Schnitzel all delivered. The cocktails and German beer selection were just as impressive. I wish I took my photos but with the World Cup the restaurant was crowded. I didn’t wanna bother anybody trying to watch the game.

Now I need to go back and work my way through the rest of Chef Franz Brendle’s menu. 🍺🥨🇩🇪I am happy to have real German food in my hometown Franzel Restaurant

About a year ago, I stumbled across Lone Wolf online and put it on my list. My schedule never seemed to line up, but thi...
07/14/2026

About a year ago, I stumbled across Lone Wolf online and put it on my list. My schedule never seemed to line up, but this weekend I finally made it there.

From the moment the first cocktail hit the bar, it was obvious this wasn’t an ordinary neighborhood cocktail bar. Every drink was balanced, thoughtfully built, and packed with layers of flavor. Learning that they make their syrups, juices, and mixers in-house made perfect sense after tasting them.

The creativity, consistency, and attention to detail are what really stood out. You can tell there’s a lot of passion behind every cocktail, and that’s becoming harder and harder to find. While they jokingly say they’re not one of the World’s 50 Best Bars, the quality, ex*****on, and hospitality reminded me of many of the bars I’ve been fortunate enough to visit that are on that list.

This visit happened to be during their Tiki Sunday pop-up, and now I understand why people talk about it. The tropical cocktails were outstanding.

The best part? Those tiki drinks unexpectedly transported me back to Hurricane Club in Manhattan—one of my favorite Polynesian restaurants and bars before it closed. That alone made the visit memorable.

Now I have another reason to come back. Next time, I’m skipping the pop-up menu and diving into their regular cocktail program. If it’s anything like what I experienced on Sunday, I already know I’m in for something special.

📍Lone Wolf • Kingston, NY 🍸🍍 lonewolfkingston

About a year ago, I stumbled across Lone Wolf online and put it on my list. My schedule never seemed to line up, but thi...
07/13/2026

About a year ago, I stumbled across Lone Wolf online and put it on my list. My schedule never seemed to line up, but this weekend I finally made it there.

From the moment the first cocktail hit the bar, it was obvious this wasn’t an ordinary neighborhood cocktail bar. Every drink was balanced, thoughtfully built, and packed with layers of flavor. Learning that they make their syrups, juices, and mixers in-house made perfect sense after tasting them.

The creativity, consistency, and attention to detail are what really stood out. You can tell there’s a lot of passion behind every cocktail, and that’s becoming harder and harder to find. While they jokingly say they’re not one of the World’s 50 Best Bars, the quality, ex*****on, and hospitality reminded me of many of the bars I’ve been fortunate enough to visit that are on that list.

This visit happened to be during their Tiki Sunday pop-up, and now I understand why people talk about it. The tropical cocktails were outstanding.

The best part? Those tiki drinks unexpectedly transported me back to Hurricane Club in Manhattan—one of my favorite Polynesian restaurants and bars before it closed. That alone made the visit memorable.

Now I have another reason to come back. Next time, I’m skipping the pop-up menu and diving into their regular cocktail program. If it’s anything like what I experienced on Sunday, I already know I’m in for something special.

📍Lone Wolf • Kingston, NY 🍸🍍

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