Urgent -- carp?

[j230]

So it turns out my Czech husband wants to eat carp this evening, in keeping with the tradition in his country... and I didn't even know he was homesick. Someone help, please! Where can we find carp in Manhattan this Xmas Eve? What cuisines even use this unexciting fish? Has anyone seen it on a menu anywhere lately?

Many, many thanks for any help!

[whs]

Kapr na cerno? It looks like a real production with a lot of ingredients, according to Joza Brizova's "The Czech Cookbook." It also says "this tastes best served next day."

Why doesn't he give you a few days notice!

[JoanN]

Too late for this evening, but you might want to consider posting this question on the Kosher board. Since carp is a traditional ingredient in gefilte fish, posters on that board might know where to find it other than just on Jewish holidays.

[Nosher]

Hi j230,

Wish I'd seen this sooner--I have seen carp on occasion at the two fish markets on 9th Avenue and 39th Street, but not with any regularity. Chinatown might be a good idea, but quite honestly, I think a trip out to Astoria is your best bet.

But think of it this way--if you don't get the carp, you may just see the golden pig! Now Jezisek...that's another story.

Nosher
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[Ann900]

Try restaurants in Chinatown.

[Brian S]

Yes! Every restaurant in Chinatown has carp, and it's really good. Steamed or braised or served all sorts of ways. Most restaurants are open late, so you can go there now.