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Restaurant Reviews

Catching creative sushi in Hawaii
fresh fish
08.11.10

For a sushi lover, Hawaii is like sticking a gambling addict in a Las Vegas casino.

Ocean-side office with latte on the side
chocolate fingers
07.08.10

The lattes were deliciously creamy and I loved the latte art on top. It came in generously-sized, thick-rimmed, bowl-shaped, white cups.

Puzzling flatbread, simple verdict
Is it pie?
07.01.10

After visits to several wineries it was superb food that I am now craving. Who knew it would lead me to a new appreciation for flatbread.

Konami Japanese Restaurant: Worth a trip when on the east coast
Hail Toro
06.05.10

The amuse bouche was beautiful. When I shared the photo on Facebook, a friend noted it looked like a piece of artwork.

Sushi Toni, San Francisco: Welcoming hangout with friends, a sushi heaven it is not
no nirvana
05.28.10

On the continual quest for great sushi in the bay area, I stumbled upon Sushi Toni …

Café des Musées, Paris: Smoked duck, hazelnut and fig salad that is out of this world
Perfection
05.23.10

One of the most memorable and favorite meals I had on a recent trip to Paris …

La Table de Lauriston, Paris: Classic french cuisine, unpretentious and sublime
Risotto Bliss
05.08.10

I glance over at the concierge at the cozy hotel I was staying at, my mind …

Sushi California, Berkeley: Fresh raw fish and live music lures in foodies
hook, line and sinker
04.11.10

I just finished an interview with Robert Kelley, founding artistic director of TheatreWorks on his latest …

Pret a Manger, London: Hoisin Duck Wrap revisited
Ready to eat
04.10.10

It didn’t take long after landing in London to find myself wooed by several Pret a …

Boonerwurrung Cafe, Australia: Simple life pleasures squeezed between a panini press
Small Surprises
03.25.10

While in Australia, one of the best meals was surprisingly from a little eatery called Boonerwurrung …

Sushi Rock, San Francisco: Sushi and bento boxes served at a fast and friendly tempo
Dinner before Theater
12.28.09

I stumbled upon Sushi Rock in San Francisco with an empty stomach and little time before …

‘Live Sushi’ before live theater, a delicious combination
alive and kicking
11.18.09

Arriving early for a show at Thick Box Theatre in the Potrero Hill district of San …

Ramen House Ryowa Japanese Noodle House is warm yummy in the tummy
Comfort Food
11.15.09

With the winter season upon us in the San Francisco Bay Area, yours truly, a west …

OYSY spells ‘I love sushi’ when in Chicago
Feast for the eyes
10.14.09

While in Chicago a couple of weeks ago, I stopped by OYSY (OH-EE-SHE means delicious) for …

Discovering the secret of Sherry at the Slanted Door
Secret Wine
09.13.09

The Secret Society of Sherry is the brain child of the Sherry Council of America which …