Behind the wrought-iron gate, past the herbaceous patio, and through the atrium is Talula’s Garden, the warm and elegant Washington Square eatery from Aimee Olexy and Starr Restaurants. The modern menu, prepared with carefully-sourced ingredients and a light European touch, changes with the seasons. The artful cuisine, hospitable staff, sustainable spirits, and a focus on cheese make the dining experience here incredibly memorable. Talula’s Garden’s menu showcases the best rustic ingredients, including pasteurized meats, farmstead cheeses and locally grown seasonal vegetables that are manipulated with traditional culinary technique and finished with refined plating. Oxely’s deep affinity of cheese is evident as she has curated an exceptional cheese program at Talula’s Garden.