Report: East Village chef cooked for Pope Francis during his NYC visit

Ismael Alba, the chef at Buenos Aires on East Sixth Street between Avenue A and Avenue B, prepared lunch for Pope Francis yesterday, according to the Post.

Alba, who specializes in authentic Argentinian cuisine, served the pope lemon-flavored grilled chicken for lunch Friday with bread pudding and empanadas on the side.

“He loved the chicken,” Alba told The Post, adding, “We talked soccer and what he’s doing for the planet.”

9/27
The Post has an updated version of the story here.

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Preparing for the papal visit

So you probably know that Pope Francis is visiting NYC on Sept. 25.

Did you sign up for your chance to attend his Central Park procession? (Maybe Q104 will be giving away tix to the 10th caller next weekend?)

Meanwhile, folks around here are prepping for his arrival.

Spotted on East Fourth Street near Avenue B …



East East Fifth Street near Avenue D …