This is hardly news to most of you (I've gotten numerous emails from readers letting me in on the worst kept secret our dining scene has). It's been in New York Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and pretty much anywhere else that the guide's list is mentioned, but I felt like, what the hell, I'll hype it up too. Yep, Danny Brown Wine Bar & Kitchen (formerly of DB fame) got a much-deserved star in the latest Michelin Guide for NYC restaurants. As of right now, I consider it the best restaurant in the neighborhood, and one of the best in the city and it's nice to see that the international community agrees.

I'm sure ol' DB has received countless huzzahs since it became official, but add my congrats to the list!

Let's all hope that this sparks a trend that does not end here.