On March 25, we’re celebrating waffles worldwide (and apparently August 24 is National Waffle Day – we’re not complaining that we get to celebrate twice!). While most of us grew up only eating waffles for breakfast, we’re happy to report that these crispy, dimpled treats are now served all day long. Here are six different ways to enjoy them this weekend (and all year long).
Classic: Do as the Belgians Do
In the battle for waffle supremacy, the Belgians come out on top every time. At Antoinette’s family-run patisserie and coffee shop in Hastings-on-Hudson, get there in the morning before the 1 p.m. closing to order the Belgian staple, and get it with a generous dollop of crème fraiche and fresh fruit, or add some bacon into the mix. At The Tasty Table in Ossining, you can get Belgian waffles with all kinds of tasty toppings; chocolate chips, strawberries, blueberries, banana, blueberry compote, Nutella drizzle, and cannoli cream are all available.
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Savory: Stuffed Every Which Way
At Wild Culture Waffles, it’s all about the batter and, well, also the stuffing. As the word “culture” in the name suggests, Wild Culture’s waffles are sourdough. Yes, there are scintillating sweet options, but veer to the savory side to see what these waffle experts — wife-and-husband team Gaby Montiel and Miguel LaCruz — can do. Try the scallion cream cheese waffle with a delicious honey drizzle, or check out bacon and maple waffles. Gruyere fans are also in luck, with several items incorporating the melty cheese in the batter. There are constantly changing weekly and seasonal specials, so make sure to keep checking the menu for something new! The place, nestled back from the road in Hastings-on-Hudson, is open from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, but on Saturday and Sunday it stays open a little longer from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Sweet and Savory: Serve It up With Fried Chicken
The ultimate sweet-savory matchup, this Southern staple works for just about every meal. One of our favorite spots to try it: The Wooden Spoon in New Rochelle, where the two pieces of fried chicken are super crisp and perfectly seasoned and come with a butter drizzle and syrup on the side. Another restaurant where you can try this combo is Half Moon in Dobbs Ferry, where the fried chicken and waffle combo features jalapeño honey.
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With an Asian Flair: Mochi Waffle
Although Goosefeather in Tarrytown is best known for its incredible dinner menu, the brunch menu serves up amazing twists on traditional brunch dishes. The real star here, of course, is the mochi waffle. You can order it alone as a side (do this no matter what else you do), or you can experience an innovative take on a Southern classic: Taiwanese fried chicken with mochi waffles, topped with soy maple syrup.
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Fruity: Orange Lemon Waffles
Sick of the regular waffle toppings? White Plains gem City Limits Diner features a fruity take on the breakfast staple (served all day). Try the orange and lemon waffle, topped with seasonal fruit and served with 100% Pure Goodrich’s Farm Vermont Maple Syrup, for a citrusy celebration for International Waffle Day.
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