For a unique (and imported) gift, the shop at Asia Society has renowned Asian brands as well as pieces from up-and-coming Asian designers.
The most successful and creative ideas were the Szechwan Smoked Duck, a lacquered duck that was particularly good as a left-over the next day, and a bacon sandwich with fried green tomatoes. Read more.
The smokers here run 24 hours a day and hold roughly 1,300 pounds of meat. The resulting menu includes sticky pork ribs, brisket, pulled pork and plenty of fixins. Read more.
