I have never been to a LuckyRice event before this 2013 Night Market at the Cosmopolitan Pool. I thought it was fantastic....I would definitely go again. We were able to try everything except the Duck Laab Congee by Toki Underground and Maketto, they were out when we hit up their stand and wouldn't have any made in a while. The only line we had to wait in was the Raku stand serving up Yakitori, it was near the end of the night so I think patrons were trying to get in their last bites.
I wasn't a big fan of the Bordeaux wines they served, but all of the other drinks they had were excellent.
My top 5 favorites of the night...Coconut Pumpkin Soup by Strip Steak (LV) was incredible. Blackberry Ice Cream Sandwich from Pichet Ong (NYC)....YUM! Open Face Arepa from Fukuburger (LV), we better see that on your truck! Lobster with Melon and Celery with Creme Fresh and Smoked Brioche by Menton (Boston). And the simple yet fresh and delicious Baked Crab Hand Roll by Yellowtail (LV). My husbands favorite was the Grilled Sirloin by Pig and Khao (NYC).
There was plenty go around for everyone and we never had to wait long. The majority of the crowd was friendly and polite even with all the booze flowing.
I can't forget I had the pleasure of meeting Todd English. Bumped into some fellow Yelpers and exchanged notes on which foods to get.
The weather was perfect and so was my company. Made for a most excellent night.