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RESTAURANTS: GO, CONSIDER, STOP

GO: Tamarind — 41-43 East 22nd Street (Tel: 212.674.7400). The noise level is deafening; fortunately the food is so good, conversation is optional. Memorable appetizers: the crab cakes and the bhel poori (assorted crisps and noodles with sweet and sour chutneys). Must-try main courses: the basil chicken special, the saag gosht (lamb in spicy spinach puree) and the Tamarind chicken special. Desserts are yummy.