
Over the years, Israeli chef Tomer Blechman has gained mastery over the laid-back Mediterranean cuisine canon in New York City, and for good reason. After perfecting his expertise in restaurants like Maialimo, Gramercy Tavern, Lupa, and Cookshop, Blechman decided to carve a niche for himself and merge the traditional communal kitchen culture with his Israeli roots. This led to the birth of two Brooklyn restaurants, Miss Ada in Fort Greene (recipient of Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand) and Nill in Caroll Gardens, now acclaimed for their gourmet sharing plates made of seasonal produce – often the go-to for New Yorkers seeking a respite from crowds.
This philosophy of ‘good food, good company, good times’ carries onto Theodora, the new restaurant by Blechman in the heart of Fort Greene.