AT THE RIPE OLD AGE OF 13, Flynn McGarry had already begun his culinary career by hosting supper clubs in his parents’ Los Angeles home. By 19, he had managed to open his own New York restaurant, Gem, which quickly gained a cult following and a reputation as one of the city’s hardest reservations to secure. Now, McGarry is making culinary magic yet again at Cove, his new venture in SoHo, with an interior as beautiful as the food is delicious.
Chef Flynn McGarry at his new restaurant, Cove, in New York City.
SEAN DAVIDSONWe sat down with McGarry to get the scoop on a few of his favorite things, from a holy-grail martini glass to the “feet-saving” sneakers he wears in the kitchen to the miso soup he winds down with every night.
US Open Extra Duty 3 Ball Can by Wilson
“I buy a 24-pack of tennis balls every few months so I am never searching in New York for new tennis balls.”
$130 for 24 cans, wilson.com
PH5 RETAKE PENDANT BY POUL HENNINGSEN
“My favorite pendant lights. I have them in my home and both businesses. It creates the perfect amount of overhead light.”
$1,365, louispoulsen.com
Martini Glass by LSA
“I recently discovered LSA and will never buy another martini glass.”
$80 for a set of two, lsa-international.com
RE-NYLON PUFFER JACKET BY PRADA FOR SEA BEYOND
“This is the only coat I wear all winter. Mine is scratched and worn in now, which I enjoy even more.”
$2,750, prada.com
Aluminum Pepper Mill by Service Projects
“I used to not love black pepper, but I really enjoy it on specific dishes now. The weight of this pepper grinder is impressive.”
$145, service-projects.com
ROYAL COPENHAGEN BLUE FLUTED PLAIN TEACUP AND SAUCER
“I have both old and new Royal Copenhagen teacups. I drink my coffee from them every day—it feels luxurious.”
$160, bloomingdales.com
JAPAN: THE COOKBOOK BY NANCY SINGLETON HACHISU
“One of my favorite books to inspire me for home cooking.”
$55, phaidon.com
LAMBSWOOL BLANKET IN RUCK STRIPES by Tekla
“I’m obsessed with my new Tekla blanket—especially when it’s so cold out!”
$460, teklafabrics.com
,RIM LINE PASTA BOWL BY COMMUNE FOR HEATH
“I recently realized I needed some regular pasta bowls for home, and I love the simplicity of the Heath ones.”
$59, heathceramics.com
Leica Minilux 35MM Camera
“I have a Leica point-and-shoot film camera and bring it on trips. It’s a great way to remember a specific time.”
$980, ebay.com
Kantine Drinking Glasses by Niko June
“Very nice pink glasses from my friends in Copenhagen.”
$61 for a set of two, nikojune.com
Shiro Miso Soup by Kikkoman
“I have a little miso soup every night in the winter. It’s a great way to wind down when you’re a little hungry after work.”
$3 for 3 packets, hmart.com
Pole Handle Wicker Storage Basket by The Basket Lady
“The Basket Lady has helped me find lots of storage for a reasonable price.”
$72, basketlady.com
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