VERSAILLES
Reviewing Versailles: Cuban food at its best in Los Angeles. Upon arrival, I noticed how busy the parking lot was, but there was plenty of street parking. They have both indoor seating and an outside patio. Since it was quite a warm day, I opted for a booth inside. Despite the busy parking lot, I […]
ISTANBUL GRILL
Reviewing Istanbul Grill: A true Turkish delight in the heart of Houston. Istanbul Grill is a popular Houston restaurant that has been specializing in Turkish food since 1997. This restaurant is known for its variety of Turkish kabobs and pizzas, which attract both Turkish residents and fans of the cuisine. They are open every day […]
CENTRAL TEXAS STYLE BBQ
Reviewing Central Texas Style BBQ: Delicious hickory smoked barbecue with a Cuban flare just outside of Houston. Central Texas Style BBQ is a decades-old barbecue joint located outside of Houston since 1969. It is extremely popular in the region, and it remains beloved by many for its Texas barbecue with a nice touch of Cuban […]
SASSY SOUK’S
Reviewing Sassy Souk’s: Authentic Laotian cuisine in Portland. I love pho. The rich, savory flavor of the broth and meat that the onions and noodles soak up, as well as the experience of adding the toppings to all the right ratios, make it delicious and fun to eat. Usually, I find pho in Vietnamese restaurants, […]
CASCADE POOLSIDE CAFE
Reviewing Cascade Poolside Cafe: American eats and afternoon tapas in Coral Gables. Overlooking the world-famous Biltmore pool, Cascade Poolside Cafe offers poolside dining for lunch and afternoon tapas. Cascade Poolside Cafe is an outdoor oasis tucked under a cascading 23-foot waterfall that overlooks the Biltmore pool. The al-fresco restaurant is set in the colonnade-lined loggia, which […]
JOY
Reviewing JOY: Vegan options and delicious desserts from this Taiwanese restaurant in Los Angeles. Once a month, my friend and I try to find a new restaurant with vegan options. We’re both dietetic students and eat predominantly plant-based, so we enjoy going out and sharing a vegan meal together. JOY was his recommendation. JOY opens […]
THE CHEF AND I
Reviewing The Chef and I: Award winning fine dining restaurant in Nashville. The Chef and I relocated to Midtown — my neighborhood — from the Gulch about a month ago, and I knew it was time to finally give them a try. I opted not to make a reservation online once I saw that they […]
PETIT TROIS
Reviewing Petit Trois: A French dining experience in Hollywood. If you’re looking to spend a meal in Paris, this is the spot for you! Petit Trois is a French restaurant located in Hollywood that serves some of the most delicious and authentic French food in L.A. They also have a secondary location in the Valley. […]
THAI BISTRO
Reviewing Thai Bistro: Creative and classic Thai cuisine in Houston. With two location in Houston, Thai Bistro has become a well-known and popular dining establishment. Thai Bistro boasts a menu with Thai curries, noodle dishes, and fried rice. This restaurant has received honorable publicity for popular dishes, such as their Basil Inferno and Penang Curry. […]
PHUONG TRANG
Reviewing Phuong Trang: Traditional Vietnamese and Chinese fare in San Diego. I’ve been to Phuong Trang at least 10 times over the four years I’ve been in San Diego. It shines as one of the most unique of Vietnamese restaurants, where you can take a party of two or even a group of 10+ people, […]
MAI THAI
Reviewing Mai Thai: Delicious Thai cuisine with beautiful views in Washington DC. The Old Town, Alexandria waterfront is one of the most popular places to dine in the D.C. area. Striking views of the Potomac and the D.C. skyline along with the quaint, cobbled streets of the historic district draw locals and tourists alike. But […]
BISTRO MAXINE
Reviewing Bistro Maxine: French bistro in Palo Alto. Downtown Palo Alto is one of my favorite downtown areas in the Bay Area. They have an amazing selection of restaurants for any meal of the day. Bistro Maxine is a Downtown Palo Alto restaurant that serves authentic French crepes and espresso drinks in a beautiful European […]