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

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  • @NathanHarrison7
    @NathanHarrison7 2 роки тому +543

    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 роки тому +623

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

    • @gregorfurtenbach6893
      @gregorfurtenbach6893 2 роки тому +7

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

    • @Chonchey
      @Chonchey 2 роки тому +3

      I LOVE RAW

    • @jben212
      @jben212 2 роки тому

      Costs a fortune. Quadrafecta

    • @thereissomecoolstuff
      @thereissomecoolstuff 2 роки тому +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 роки тому

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

  • @rafaelperalta1676
    @rafaelperalta1676 2 роки тому +146

    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. 😊

  • @rexmundi1812
    @rexmundi1812 2 роки тому +48

    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 роки тому +3

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

  • @tioswift3676
    @tioswift3676 2 роки тому +37

    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 роки тому +1

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

  • @bpooboi
    @bpooboi 2 роки тому +72

    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

  • @moto3463
    @moto3463 2 роки тому +20

    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

  • @thehumbleonion6929
    @thehumbleonion6929 2 роки тому +43

    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!

  • @ArgoVII0
    @ArgoVII0 2 роки тому +19

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

    • @Humanprototype-wh8qr
      @Humanprototype-wh8qr 2 роки тому

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

  • @marcelocoronado884
    @marcelocoronado884 Рік тому +3

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

  • @theyreMineralsMarie
    @theyreMineralsMarie 2 роки тому +454

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

    • @brandonzanzig3200
      @brandonzanzig3200 2 роки тому +6

      Wow, that's an amazing price!

    • @geert574
      @geert574 2 роки тому +12

      Should be about 50 pretty soon 😁

    • @agravery223
      @agravery223 2 роки тому +10

      Yeah but that ribeye is $168 👀

    • @Chris-qy3dp
      @Chris-qy3dp 2 роки тому +41

      @@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 роки тому +2

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

  • @KBoyd-hill-top
    @KBoyd-hill-top 6 днів тому

    Amazed at how precise and detailed the chef is of every dish prepared at her restaurant. I would love to enjoy a meal and the atmosphere she brings to her establishment. Great job Chef!

  • @samjones4327
    @samjones4327 2 роки тому +66

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

  • @MikeM.1971.GenX.
    @MikeM.1971.GenX. Рік тому +17

    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

  • @TheOhanaChef
    @TheOhanaChef 4 місяці тому +2

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

  • @RebuttalRecords
    @RebuttalRecords 2 роки тому +5

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

  • @abarton5346
    @abarton5346 2 роки тому +8

    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 роки тому +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 2 роки тому +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?

  • @AllDayBikes
    @AllDayBikes 2 роки тому +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

  • @jobyJOBSGAG
    @jobyJOBSGAG 2 роки тому +127

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

    • @bampeebles3855
      @bampeebles3855 2 роки тому +3

      How awesome was that!

    • @ulxtmx5018
      @ulxtmx5018 2 роки тому +9

      my brain popped and I shouted haha

    • @loganhinsley5328
      @loganhinsley5328 2 роки тому +3

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

    • @coltonvanessa5096
      @coltonvanessa5096 2 роки тому +4

      I came to the comments just for this

    • @Batman-nz2ue
      @Batman-nz2ue 2 роки тому

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

  • @aaronsiva1678
    @aaronsiva1678 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @ukuduku
    @ukuduku 2 роки тому +129

    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 роки тому +55

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

    • @pioneltapinessi947
      @pioneltapinessi947 2 роки тому +5

      Well it ain't free that's for sure

    • @johanpetersen50
      @johanpetersen50 2 роки тому +14

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

    • @theNoxie
      @theNoxie 2 роки тому +1

      @@johanpetersen50 Indeed😅 Their loss for sure!

    • @TremblingQualifier
      @TremblingQualifier 2 роки тому +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.

  • @Keeethedon
    @Keeethedon Рік тому +2

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

  • @NickWright
    @NickWright 3 місяці тому

    This chef knows her chemistry! Incredible.

  • @mtrixina
    @mtrixina 2 роки тому +11

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

  • @erikingmundson
    @erikingmundson Рік тому +10

    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.

  • @patricknavin2189
    @patricknavin2189 Рік тому +1

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

  • @chaunceylock
    @chaunceylock 2 роки тому +3

    This persons thought process is amazing

  • @franciscozahradnik8040
    @franciscozahradnik8040 Рік тому +1

    The best food techniques I have seen in long time.

  • @kenxiong6830
    @kenxiong6830 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @elmiguel6725
    @elmiguel6725 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @gilbertrinconII
    @gilbertrinconII 2 роки тому +1

    This is calmness & elegance.

  • @j121212100
    @j121212100 2 роки тому +2

    Loved that sound when she cut into the swordfish.

  • @aking9999
    @aking9999 2 роки тому +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 !

    • @AnitaPOE2
      @AnitaPOE2 2 роки тому +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

  • @occultustactical6138
    @occultustactical6138 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @tylerljacobs
    @tylerljacobs 2 роки тому +41

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

    • @kapitalisttas
      @kapitalisttas 2 роки тому

      Probably weeks solary left there😂

    • @tylerljacobs
      @tylerljacobs 2 роки тому +5

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

    • @leslieanne7467
      @leslieanne7467 2 роки тому

      I'm so jelly

    • @AdjunktenFlygare
      @AdjunktenFlygare 2 роки тому

      I hated it

    • @mrpotato4441
      @mrpotato4441 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @mickzammit6794
    @mickzammit6794 2 роки тому +8

    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 роки тому

      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 роки тому +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.

  • @josephrocha142
    @josephrocha142 2 роки тому +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!

  • @tomklein6623
    @tomklein6623 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @JRCohen
    @JRCohen 2 роки тому +5

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

  • @Taosravenfan
    @Taosravenfan 2 роки тому +3

    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 роки тому

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

    • @einundsiebenziger5488
      @einundsiebenziger5488 Рік тому

      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.

  • @evj808
    @evj808 2 роки тому

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

  • @jasonsiantar2734
    @jasonsiantar2734 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @russellszczepanski4414
    @russellszczepanski4414 2 роки тому +3

    Cooking at this level is an art

  • @CCPwillfall01
    @CCPwillfall01 2 роки тому +3

    This is the most awesome restaurant I've ever seen

  • @TheTTstudio
    @TheTTstudio 2 роки тому +10

    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!

  • @Paul7596
    @Paul7596 2 роки тому +4

    Love these videos. The passion for food is contagious

  • @chriscorsi622
    @chriscorsi622 Рік тому +2

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

  • @christopherliston2371
    @christopherliston2371 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, thanks Eater and Thank you Chef, Cheers!

  • @danielkelly9886
    @danielkelly9886 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @corgeousgeorge
    @corgeousgeorge 2 роки тому +1

    OMG the amount of prep! Such a hard worker

  • @slightliestupid9
    @slightliestupid9 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @ligamentpull1
    @ligamentpull1 Рік тому

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

  • @sasha_nivar
    @sasha_nivar Рік тому

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

  • @707ridah
    @707ridah 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @mikenicholson2548
    @mikenicholson2548 Рік тому +1

    The lamb looks so good. She's amazing

  • @acbentertainment6265
    @acbentertainment6265 Рік тому +1

    INCREDIBLE! Wow. What a place.

  • @dexjay7975
    @dexjay7975 2 роки тому

    Before I subscribe I have to say the chef is beautiful in so many positive ways. Blessings Chef

  • @larryreznik7897
    @larryreznik7897 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @jaredeyler6937
    @jaredeyler6937 Рік тому

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

  • @HiMarsPewPew
    @HiMarsPewPew 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @DM_2025
    @DM_2025 6 місяців тому

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

  • @OptimusWombat
    @OptimusWombat 2 роки тому +51

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

    • @seminky5341
      @seminky5341 2 роки тому +13

      Cant u just say reasonable

    • @ziggyc4474
      @ziggyc4474 2 роки тому

      That's crazy imagine 😳

    • @OptimusWombat
      @OptimusWombat 2 роки тому +15

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

    • @jdelorenzod2725
      @jdelorenzod2725 2 роки тому

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

    • @radicalpaddyo
      @radicalpaddyo 2 роки тому +7

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

  • @Alex-ye1br
    @Alex-ye1br 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @Perspari
    @Perspari 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @brandillysmom
    @brandillysmom 2 роки тому

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

  • @JohnGrit
    @JohnGrit Рік тому

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

  • @Nothing-zw3yd
    @Nothing-zw3yd Рік тому +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.

  • @322miles
    @322miles 2 роки тому +3

    Chef inspires our staff every service

  • @tonymusolino2369
    @tonymusolino2369 Рік тому

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

  • @parkjoe1
    @parkjoe1 2 роки тому

    The attention to details is amazing

  • @franciscoortiz6980
    @franciscoortiz6980 2 роки тому

    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.

  • @adamf8335
    @adamf8335 2 роки тому +1

    What beautiful , well cared for food! So creative.

  • @robertpalmer3166
    @robertpalmer3166 Рік тому

    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.

  • @Bad.Pappy.Official
    @Bad.Pappy.Official 6 місяців тому +2

    This is an art. Gorgeous!

  • @derekbader130
    @derekbader130 2 роки тому +5

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

  • @ibec69
    @ibec69 2 роки тому +10

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

  • @vaughanscott7308
    @vaughanscott7308 3 місяці тому

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

  • @actoraa
    @actoraa 2 роки тому

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

  • @mmpatriot2170
    @mmpatriot2170 11 місяців тому

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

  • @keithrelyea7997
    @keithrelyea7997 2 роки тому

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

  • @TheAvgCookTX
    @TheAvgCookTX 2 роки тому +17

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

  • @onesuchasi
    @onesuchasi 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @FoodBD
    @FoodBD 2 роки тому +1

    She explained nicely, excellent!

  • @chriscr21
    @chriscr21 2 роки тому +4

    Awesome video, Fantastic Chef and Resturant!

  • @notthefbi7932
    @notthefbi7932 2 роки тому

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

  • @paulfitzpatrick8288
    @paulfitzpatrick8288 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @denverrandy7143
    @denverrandy7143 Рік тому

    What a great beauty in simplicity restaurant concept.👍

  • @adka9473
    @adka9473 2 роки тому

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

  • @budgetingdaddyuk6761
    @budgetingdaddyuk6761 2 роки тому

    Love how passionate the chef is.

  • @jimmy87587
    @jimmy87587 2 роки тому +159

    So when she runs a kitchen using fire it's amazing but when I do it the fire department get called in

    • @shadowremorse
      @shadowremorse 2 роки тому +3

      yeah, isnt nyc very sensitive to fire based cooking unless its contained like a pizza oven?

    • @Lousasshol
      @Lousasshol 2 роки тому +5

      Mafia relatives

    • @OptimusWombat
      @OptimusWombat 2 роки тому +2

      @@shadowremorse they probably get inspected on a regular basis to make sure everything is up to code. Plus a really good ventilation system.

    • @thecarpetman7687
      @thecarpetman7687 2 роки тому

      And the police 😂

    • @bertvolg1347
      @bertvolg1347 2 роки тому

      Are u a child? Or do you just think like one?

  • @johnwilliamson9453
    @johnwilliamson9453 2 роки тому +2

    All I can say is WOW, she knows her stuff!

  • @stevensawyer7428
    @stevensawyer7428 Рік тому

    She's a great Chef. Passion for her art

  • @toddi8534
    @toddi8534 2 роки тому +1

    Impressive mise en place!

  • @SweetSpot909
    @SweetSpot909 2 роки тому +1

    those are absolutely monster steaks. Looks delicious. Very talented chef too.

  • @Brandon-yq1tm
    @Brandon-yq1tm 2 роки тому

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

  • @jro-op1yq
    @jro-op1yq Рік тому

    love this channel and have seen a number of great short vids that are just incredible. After seeing this short doc I booked a table for my gf and myself and had one of the most disappointing meals ever! We wrote a lengthy review and posted to Eater and Resy, the restaurant begged us to return for a freeebie to change our opinion but we declined. The restaurant is huge, like a disneyland of food and no elegance, super noisy and the staff is just shuffles food at you to get you out for the next group to sit.

  • @alexherbst9477
    @alexherbst9477 Рік тому

    07:33 Mindblowing; using two plastic lids to cut cherry/grape tomatoes! I have to remember that trick.

  • @TanukiSC
    @TanukiSC 2 роки тому +2

    Wow - just beautiful, straightforward cooking. Absolutely loved this one!

  • @americanangler94559
    @americanangler94559 Рік тому +2

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

  • @elpllc7541
    @elpllc7541 2 роки тому +1

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