WPCNR LUSH LIFE. From 42 Restaurant. October 7, 2008 (Edited): The restaurant you go up in the sky for, 42, 42 stories above downtown White Plains in the Ritz Carlton Westchester Towers is coming down to earth. 42 invites Mr. and Mrs. and Ms. White Plains and Westchester to come on up and enjoy Chef Anthony Gonclaves' talents, and the spectacular autumn  sunset views while dining on what the Chef introduces as Small Plates. The new dining option begins October 14.

Here's the lowdown from haute cusine on high:

 42, the stunning restaurant perched atop The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester’s Tower I, will introduce an exciting new menu featuring casual dining options. The new category, Small Plates, will formally debut at an event on Tuesday, October 14 at 6 p.m. Coupled with the striking décor of the restaurant and extraordinary views of the Manhattan skyline, Long Island Sound, and the lower Hudson Valley, 42’s Small Plates section is destined to become one of the most popular dining options in the New York metro area.

“I am excited about introducing Small Plates at 42,” said Chef Anthony Goncalves. “The restaurant is well-known for the fine dining experience, but at the same time, tasting menus are a great way to experiment with different foods and flavors, which is much of what dining out should be -- experimentation. We hope to help people do that with this new option.”  

Chef Goncalves’ exciting world cuisine techniques melded together with traditional favorites have already drawn great dining interest since 42 opened in January. The Small Plates concept allows guests to experience the restaurant in a new way, offering lighter fare and a different atmosphere.

Guests interested in having a cocktail and a light bite will find Small Plates at 42 to be the perfect fit. The menu will change often, as does the regular menu at the restaurant, but it lends itself to tasting multiple dishes in a casual setting. Current menu items include Baby Burgers, Crab Croquettes, PB&J made with foie gras, blistered peppers, and Kona with crème fraiche. In addition, from 5:30-6:30 Tuesday-Friday, $1 oysters are available.