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 ›
Restaurants
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 ›
I Made A “Very Wet” Francesinha Sandwich From Lisbon…Get Ready To Pour It On!
How Social Media Led Me Down A “Francesinha” Rabbit Hole.. I made a recipe for the first time recently, I did it because of social media. Here’s how it all began: the above photo was shared by my friend Stephen….here… 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 ›
Baking Chef Dominique Crenn’s “Unity Bread!” The Latest “BKD Challenge” Gets “Bread-y!”
Celebrating “Anything Bread-y” With A Great “Unity” Recipe! Time to bake with the iconic Chef Dominique Crenn – this time, bread with a purpose! I always look forward to Jo Tracey’s wonderful “Brookford Kitchen Diaries” challenge, which asks fellow cooks… Read More ›
I Made Homemade Paella! Here’s The Recipe For Langoustine / Chorizo / Seafood Rice!
My Paella Adventure! I’m always looking for some new recipes, and what better way to find one than looking in a cookbook I had sitting right on my shelf! I was inspired by this great cookbook we bought after our… 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 ›
Chef Dominique Crenn’s “Parmentier!” A Vegetarian “Shepard’s Pie” Recipe From A Master Chef…
Have You Made A “Parmentier?” Well first of all, what is it? Guess what? I learned something new! In culinary terms, “Parmentier” is a French adjective meaning prepared, served, or garnished with potatoes. The term is named after the famous French pharmacist and… Read More ›
I Need “Sarmale”, Do You? Carol’s “A – Z” Of World Cuisine Tackles Romania’s Iconic Recipe!
Time To Bite Into Romania’s Food! My blogging friend Carol has a terrific series called “A – Z Of World Cuisine”, and I love them – she shares so much great insight and information about the food and culture of… 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 ›
Bite! Eat! Repeat! 