Welcome To The Sardine Factory! That’s my wife Alex standing next to me at the entrance to one of the California’s most unique restaurants – made even more iconic by being part of a classic Clint Eastwood film! This edition… Read More ›
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Celebrating Casa Vega! Bite Down On 70 Years Of Show Biz Royalty!
Celebrating An Iconic Restaurant’s 70th Birthday! Welcome to Sherman Oaks California, just over the hill from Hollywood…where the iconic Mexican restaurant Casa Vega turns 70 years old today! Pour yourself a Margarita – they make a delicious one – and… Read More ›
The Joyful Culinary Gem “Capitaine” Is New York’s New “Seafood Tavern!”
Who’s Hungry – For A “Caviar Sandwich?” Well, I sure was – and a new “seafood tavern” in New York served it up to me – here’s my review of the newly opened “Capitaine” in New York’s west village! The… Read More ›
Why I WANT A “Bad Roman!” A Cheesy “Raviolo” Filet – New York’s Glittery Italian Shines!
Is That Steak Wearing A Hat? You have every right to ask that question. What exactly is riding atop that beautiful looking filet? The answer follows, as I revisit one of New York’s most colorful restaurants! Welcome To Bad Roman! New… Read More ›
Iconic “Chicago Dogs” For National Hot Dog Month! “Spiral” Hot Dog Recipes And “Seoul Dogs” Too!
Happy “National Hot Dog Month!” Who’s ready to bite into one of America’s favorite foods? Hot Dogs have a long, rich history in the US, and as with everything else great about the US – it’s because of Immigrants! Hot… Read More ›
Watermelon Mojito Popsicles For Summer! Refreshing Treats For Hot Days!
Watermelon Makes For A Healthy Summer! As hot weather has taken over the US, I am looking for refreshing recipes for summer – and was reminding that my blogging friend Molly has a great site called Transatlantic Notes, and she… Read More ›
A “Chocolate Strawberry” Controversy! I Bite Into London’s Viral Strawberry Obsession – And The “Ban” That Wasn’t!
Who Wants A Chocolate-Covered Strawberry? Answer: EVERYONE! Have I got a juicy controversy for you! As you can see in the photo above, a cup of strawberries is being drenched with liquid chocolate – where it’s happening is why it’s… Read More ›
My “Messy” Osso Buco Cooking Adventure…Caught On Camera! Recipe Included…
Do You “Osso Buco”? Well I Do – Just In A “Messy” Way! It’s one of the best looking plates I’ve made, after some “post production” on the dish – and it happened on my first time making Osso Buco!… Read More ›
The Legendary Owner Of Chicago’s Billy Goat Tavern Has Died…An Homage To A “Cheezborger!” Legend….
90+ Years Of “Cheezborger! Cheezborger!” The odds are you know the phrase “Cheezborger! Cheezborger! Cheezborger!”, thanks to this classic “Saturday Night Live skit: But there was so much more to the Billy Goat Tavern than that…which is why the man… Read More ›
Celebrating La Copine’s New Cookbook! Delicious Cuisine From An Oasis In The Desert!
It’s Real, Indeed! I was so so happy to have seen this post from one of our favorite restaurants! Chefs Claire and Nikki have released their La Copine cookbook! Feast Your Eyes On This! This sandwich is the result of… Read More ›
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