CHARLIE WAS A SINNER.
Reviewing Charlie was a sinner.: Creative vegan cuisine shines in Center City Philadelphia. I was looking for a healthy, vegan restaurant in Center City, Philadelphia. Trying to avoid the dinner rush, we arrive early at Charlie was a sinner. and my party of four is the first seated on this particular Sunday evening. I walk […]
OLD EBBITT GRILL
Reviewing Old Ebbitt Grill: An elevated American saloon experience in the heart of Washington D.C. Old Ebbitt Grill is a special place. Located just one block from the White House, it is a mix of old and new, of local and visitor, of elegance and casual charm. On any given day, you might find tourists […]
KUNJIP
Reviewing Kunjip: a Korean restaurant outside of San Francisco. Kunjip is one of many amazing Korean restaurants amidst the diverse culinary scene in the South Bay Area. With its high ratings and positive reviews, Kunjip often draws a queue of eager foodies waiting outside their restaurant. We visited on a Friday evening and patiently waited […]
OLD LISBON
Reviewing Old Lisbon: An authentic Portuguese experience in South Miami. Old Lisbon is a well-established restaurant right in the heart of South Miami, and has been serving authentic Portuguese fare since the 1990’s. Most Miami restaurants experience a business slowdown during our hot summer months, when everyone tries to get out of Dodge, and that’s […]
JOIA BEACH
Reviewing Joia Beach: A vibrant restaurant with European-inspired dishes tucked in the shores of Biscayne Bay in Miami. I have been meaning to experience Joia Beach Restaurant and Beach Club for a while now, and I finally got around to making that necessary reservation. Once that date arrived, so had an ominous storm. I decided […]
THE GARDEN HOUSE
Reviewing The Garden House: Latin food at its best in South Beach. After finding convenient street parking practically at the door of The Garden House, I was immediately greeted by several employees standing outside. Choosing to sit inside or outside was quite the challenge. The outside seating area of The Garden House has a great […]
COURTHAUS SOCIAL
Reviewing Courthaus Social: American classics with a German twist in Arlington. Courthaus Social is a local favorite for draft beer, catching a game, and outdoor dining in the Courthouse neighborhood of Arlington, VA. Just two metro stops from DC it is in a great location and has tons of patio seating. This American beer garden […]
KOMODO
Reviewing Komodo: Regional flavors of Southeast Asia in the heart of Miami’s Brickell neighborhood. We went to Komodo for a Girls Night Out. My friend picked Komodo, mainly because she loves Asian decor and food. It was Miami Spice month. This is similar to New York’s Restaurant Week. Participating establishments usually offer a meal of […]
THE HAMILTON SUPPERETTE
Reviewing The Hamilton Supperette: Reminiscent Speakeasy with elegant comfort food in Oklahoma City Mall. Speakeasies became popular during the days of Prohibition. These illegal drinking establishments were characterized by a hidden location and secret knocks or passwords to gain entrance. In Oklahoma City, The Hamilton Supperette and Lounge might very well conjure up the speakeasies […]
IZAKAYA SASAYA
Reviewing Izakaya Sasaya: Traditional Japanese izakaya and udon in Los Angeles. My cousin and I have a tradition where we try new sushi restaurants for a dinner outing once a month. For this month’s outing, we chose Izakaya Sasaya on Santa Monica Blvd. I have been to another Izakaya Sasaya location, but never this one. […]
LUTZ TAVERN
Reviewing Lutz Tavern: Local beers on tap and burgers in Portland. If you are lucky enough to be out and about in Southeast Portland on a rainy day in the fall you are likely to find yourself walking among maple trees, sweet gums, and birches that have transformed themselves from monochromatic green blobs into glowing […]
BAYSHORE CLUB
Reviewing Bayshore Club: Waterfront outdoor dining in Coconut Grove with Pan-American food. My husband had just flown back from a Mardi Gras weekend with his brother, so he was under pressure to secure a last minute reservation for a Valentine’s dinner. He totally lucked out big time in scoring us a first time reservation at […]