A Child Of Atom

This afternoon I went by a theatre where I've worked quite a few times, down in Tribeca, just at the edge of Chinatown. While I was down there I took the opportunity to swing by one of my new favorite eating places in town Province Chinese Canteen. Province is a very simple eatery with a clean, almost industrial look to the interior, located at the corner of Walker and Church. The food is as simple as the space, small-ish sandwiches made from steamed Chinese buns called mantou. The buns have either sesame or poppy seeds on them depending on what's inside. The fillings for the sandwiches are variations on sliced meats and some sort of topping. My personal favorite is the Short Rib and Kimchi which is incredibly full of flavor and just spicy enough. I usually also get one of their Braised Pork sandwiches which comes with fresh cucumber slices and cilantro. Somehow this sandwich manages to be both savory and fresh tasting. Their menu is small, only 5 or so sandwiches and some sides, but they usually have 5 or 6 more choices on the specials board. Today I decided to try the Angus Burger, which had a sauce on it that I can't remember. Another awesomely good sandwich. If you are in this neighborhood do yourself a favor and stop by this place, I promise you won't be disappointed by any of the choices. This is one of the things I love about the city. Here is a place that serves some of the best food I've had in a while that is cheaper and far fresher than any fast food that can be had. Every time I go by this theatre I will probably eat there.