David Burke at Bloomingdale's-- A Delicious Attraction for the Shopping Masses!

New York, NY...When cruising the Upper East Side shopping districta "must do" activity for all visitors to New York City spending an afternoon at the original Bloomingdale's, one of the world's most famous department stores, is a must. But if your heels are pinching and your hands are creased with the weight of unforgiving shopping bag handles, David Burke at Bloomingdale's, brought to you by celebrity chef, David Burke, is the perfect place to place to stop and refuel.

Offering immeasurable respite for weary shoppers, David Burke at Bloomingdale's is a playful venue that matches the creativity of Chef David Burke's cuisine. The dual-concept restaurant spans the 59th Street side of the famous department store, offering a stylish, full service Burke Bar Cafe on one side and a convenient Burke in the Box take-out and eat-in concept on the other. The trendy decor includes several flat screen TVs at the full bar, making it an ideal spot to drop the husband or boyfriend while the gals go back to the dressing rooms.

With signature dishes like the legendary Cheeseburkers, Millionaire's Meatloaf, Angry Roasted Hen-in-Law and Cheesecake Lollipops, guests may be tempted to linger on until the evening when the space transforms into an intimate supper spot with a wine bar that features half bottles. A full bar is also available along with a wide selection of coffee cocktails and unique tea drinks.

Bringing together delicious, affordable fare, top service and a fun atmosphere, David Burke at Bloomingdale's is satisfying the cravings of the city's most discerning shoppers, visitors and residents.

About David Burke: Blazing across distinctions between chef, artist, entrepreneur and inventor, David Burke is one of the leading pioneers in American cooking. His fascination with the art of the meal has fueled a career marked by creativity, critical acclaim and the introduction of revolutionary products. Burke trained at the Culinary Institute of America and refined his skills in France. He rose to fame in America at the River Cafe and went on to serve as the Executive Chef for the Smith and Wollensky Restaurant Group where he headed the kitchens of Park Avenue Caf? and One C.P.S. In December of 2003, Burke opened internationally recognized, davidburke & donatella on 61st Street. This last year has been a busy one as Burke launched his line of Flavor Sprays "named one of the most amazing inventions of 2005 by Time Magazine" and also opened David Burke's Primehouse, his first restaurant in Chicago. Burke also introduced his second cookbook, "David Burke's New American Classics", published by Knopf.

Bloomingdale's, a division of Federated Department Stores, was founded in 1872 and operates 36 stores in New York, New Jersey, Nevada, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Illinois, Minnesota, Florida, California and Georgia. For website access, please log onto www.bloomingdales.com.