HERBS & RYE
Reviewing Herbs & Rye: Classic Italian & American steakhouse in Las Vegas. There is no shortage of places to eat as a tourist in Las Vegas. The strip has enough restaurants to satisfy you for weeks (or more), and encompasses everything from fast-food to Michelin-starred, world-renown cuisine. It is easy to spend several days without […]
MOMOFUKU
Reviewing Momofuku: Asian-American fare in Las Vegas lives up to its famed reputation. Momofuku is perhaps one of the most famous restaurant names in the country. Its New York City flagship, Noodle Bar, and its chef and founder David Chang have gained fame and numerous honors since its founding in 2004, perhaps most impressive being […]
OYAMEL
Reviewing Oyamel Cocina Mexicana: Hora Feliz (Happy Hour) in Washington DC featuring authentic Mexican cuisine. Happy Hour is a staple of the Washington DC corporate culture. With food and drink discounts and the opportunity to socialize with friends and colleagues in a relaxed setting, why wouldn’t it be? However, sometimes it can be hard to […]
EMLE’S RESTAURANT
Reviewing Emle’s Restaurant: Californian cuisine with a Mediterranean influence in Northridge. My cousin recently started school at California State University, Northridge, so while searching for quality food near the campus, I found Emle’s Restaurant. They are voted for having the best breakfast since 1955. They are a universal cuisine, offering a wide range of options. […]
KAVIAR
Kaviar serves its patrons a superb assortment of sushi and fusion dishes in an upscale dining environment. In researching where to dine for a celebratory dinner, I landed on a place in the Arts District in Downtown LA called Kaviar. This location opened about a month prior to my visit. The other location of the […]
EL CHOLO
Dine at the first Mexican restaurant to grace Los Angeles – El Cholo, which opened its doors in 1923. A restaurant that holds great meaning for me is El Cholo. There are multiple El Cholo locations, but the Santa Monica one holds the most meaning because growing up, my best friend’s mom used to take […]
SUE’S KOREAN KITCHEN
Reviewing Sue’s Korean Kitchen: Homemade, authentic Korean food in San Diego. Sue’s Korean Kitchen is one of those hole-in-the-wall restaurants that makes you feel lucky you know about it when you’re craving homemade, authentic Korean food. Located in the outdoor Food Court at Plaza Sorrento in Mira Mesa, it’s a hidden gem that serves […]
SUSHI FUMI
Reviewing Sushi Fumi: Authentic Japanese sushi, rolls, and sashimi in Los Angeles. One food I would eat every day if I could is sushi; therefore, I have been on the hunt to find the best sushi spot in Los Angeles. I am not talking trendy Katsuya or Nobu types, but more authentic mom-and-pop sushi restaurants […]
LEFT BANK
Reviewing Left Bank: An authentic Parisian-style brasserie in San Jose. What beats a lazy Sunday afternoon with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and good company? In my books, that’s pretty hard to top. You can easily accomplish this feat if you go to Left Bank with a group of your closest friends for Sunday brunch! With […]
TAQUERIA EL PASTOR
Reviewing Taqueria El Pastor: Tasty, Mexican fare in Chicago. After hearing my aunt and uncle had a layover at the Midway International Airport in Chicago, I was excited to show them a local lunch spot in the heart of Archer Heights. Only an eight-minute drive from the airport, Taqueria El Pastor is a casual, no-frills spot […]
KANN
Reviewing Kann: Taste the flavors of authentic Haitian cuisine in Southeast Portland. Congratulations to Kann on being named the Best New Restaurant in America by the James Beard Award Foundation! Kann is the brainchild and first restaurant from James Beard Award-winning cookbook author and “Top Chef” star Gregory Gourdet. The restaurant is an upscale dining […]
PHO KITCHEN
Reviewing PHO Kitchen: Authentic Vietnamese dishes in San Diego. During college, I was part of a dragon boat club. Every Saturday and Sunday morning, we would paddle in the icy water of Mission Bay, splashing water into the boat and onto ourselves in the process. After practice, we would run to our cars to grab […]