Keeping up with The Genuines: updates on Michael Schwartz's doings & dealings

Michael Schwartz and his Genuine team have their hands full

By Lesley Abravanel | Lank@aol.com1/24/2013

As blogger Ryan Roman spread the word that Barbuto's chef de cuisine Roel Alcudia would be running the kitchen at Michael Schwartz's next big thing The Cypress Room, we realized it was time to snag the chef and his Genuine team for a little game of catch up. What follows is pretty comprehensive--though don't be surprised if fifty more projects come down the pipeline as you read this--update of the goings on in Schwartz's world.

Harry's Pizzeria: Just launched Sunday brunch and is in the second season of their hot ticket chef pop-ups, with tickets for March 12's Telepan Pizzeria going on sale Tuesday, January 29.

Michael's Genuine Food & Drink: For the first time ever, MGFD will be serving Saturday lunch starting on February 9 and featuring the same menu as the weekday lunch.

The Cypress Room: Expect an opening sometime in March and refer to the Roman post for chef update.

Raleigh Hotel: Things are kicking into gear but, as the SBE team gets oriented with its newest acquisition, it may be a while before we see the Schwartzification of the hotel's restaurant.

Michael's Genuine Home Brew: Now available at Shake Shack, Total Wine & More, SLS Hotel South Beach (duh), The Broken Shaker and more.

Schwartz at Sea: Expect an announcement about another Schwartz collaboration with Royal Carribbean.