Rare Weekend 2.28.08

Leap in to the weekend.



A rising star chef in Akhtar Nawab. Cocktails by former Death & Co. bartenders. A landmarked location where a young Jimi Hendrix headlined. Simply put, the just-opened Elettaria is a partnership made in dining heaven. Spice things up with signatures like Lamb Sausage with Yogurt Raita and Mint, Dayboat Sea Scallops with Celery Root purée, and a stylized “Saag Paneer” made of spinach, ricotta gnocchi, and cloves.

Elettaria, 33 West 8th Street (off MacDougal Street), (212) 677-3833, elettarianyc.com

Get acquainted with Le Cirque’s new Wine Lounge debuting this Saturday. Try one of twelve premium wines available by the glass and the fried Asian spiced calamari.

Le Cirque, 151 East 58th Street (near Lexington Avenue), (212) 644-0202, lecirque.com

Unwind with an evening of Russian indulgences starring Imperia Vodka and Petrossian caviar at Morton’s. Toast Leap Day with a Cucumber Martini and Morton’s signature hors d’oeuvres for $45. For more information or to make a reservation, please call (212) 972-3315.

Morton’s The Steakhouse, 551 Fifth Avenue (entrance on 45th Street), (212) 972-3315, mortons.com

Suba is celebrating Spanish gastronomy with an Homage to Euskadi Dinner on Wednesday (3/5). Indulge in a special five-course menu featuring pork belly, slow-roasted ribeye, and a selection of artisanal cheeses. $110 per person.

Suba, 109 Ludlow Street (near Delancey Street), (212) 982-5714, subanyc.com

It’s good to be five years old. So to fête their fifth anniversary, davidburke & donatella is featuring a special $55 three-course prix fixe menu. Choose from 11 appetizers, 10 entrées, and 8 desserts. Mondays through Thursdays.

davidburke & donatella, 133 East 61st Street (near Lexington Avenue), (212) 813-2121, dbdrestaurant.com

Paul Stuart’s preppy shirts and suits are seriously discounted. Enjoy up to 75% off. Starts next Tuesday (3/4) through Friday (3/7).

Paul Stuart, 317 West 33rd Street (near Eighth Avenue), (718) 747-1656, paulstuart.com