Category: Recipes
Bangkok’s Weird and Wonderful Restaurants
Bangkok is well known as the Sin City of Asia, turning its peculiar oddities into the very reason to visit. It comes as no surprise then that the city is home to a number of themed restaurants, from the seemingly straightforward to the downright strange. Here are five of our favourite weird and wonderful restaurants [...]
Easy Recipe for Luscious Low Country Shrimp & Grits!
Okay all you afraidie-cats (a.k.a Northerners) it’s time to break out of your mashed potato doldrums and add some smooth, decadent, Low Country Shrimp and Grits to the menu. Break away from the stodgy mashed potato routine, move past polenta and learn to savor the creamy goodness of southern grits. I promise you, you’ll be [...]
London’s Most Eccentric Restaurants
When people think of the perfect meal in London, a huge variety of experiences can come to mind. From Michelin-starred restaurants, to authentic curries in Brick Lane, the city is home to a huge variety of delicious dining options. For people looking to step outside their comfort zone and discover something new, London also features [...]
Surprise Your Taste Buds in Thailand – 5 Must-Try Thai Dishes
Surprise Your Taste Buds in Thailand – 5 Thai Dishes You Must Try There are two things (three if I must mention my wife) I love about life – travel and food. These things are why I get up in the morning. Soon, it will be time for my seasonal trip to Thailand. My better [...]
Celebrating Women Chefs and Restauranteurs in San Francisco
Ah, San Francisco, city on the Bay. As I walk down Powell Street past my hotel, The Sir Francis Drake, the clang of the cable cars reminds me that I am indeed in San Francisco. What a joy to be here for the 20th anniversary of the founding of the organization Women Chefs & Restaurateurs. [...]
A Merry MunchThrough Beautiful Strasbourg – An Alsace Trip Report
I am so happy to be back in Alsace, especially here in Strasbourg. I have not been here since the 90′s when while teaching at Boston Latin Academy, I was part of a French teacher exchange hosted by the Boston Public Schools and the Boston Strasbourg Sister City Association of which I am a trustee. This [...]
Dining in Dallas: Six Top Spots for Fussy Foodies
Dining in Dallas is a wonderful treat for foodies of all description. The variety of restaurants is astounding; from homey hole-in-the-wall eateries to classy fine dining establishments. There is something for every taste and budget. Here’s our thoughts on the best places to go for great dining in Dallas: Fearing’s Restaurant Fearing’s Restaurant at Ritz-Carlton, [...]
Best Places to eat in Brighton’s North Laine
For those of you, who aren’t familiar with Brighton, allow me to provide you with a quick overview. Situated on the South Coast of England, Brighton is often referred to as London by the sea. What was once an ancient fishing village has transformed over time into a bustling seaside city, proving popular for all [...]
Off-Roading For Oysters in Chile
A local in the town of Pucón offhandedly gave me some of the best advice I received during my three-week journey around Chile when she found out I was traveling to the remote island of Chiloé: “If you like oysters, go to a town called Caulín. Best oysters in the country.” My eyes nearly popped [...]
Top Spots For The Best Philly Cheese Steak in Philly
In Philadelphia, the Philly Cheese steak is the top iconic dish. Many have attempted to duplicate it elsewhere around the world, but for some reason it’s simply never the same. Here’s where to find the most authentic and delicious Philly Cheesesteaks in Philly: A Philly Cheese Steak is a long, crusty roll filled with carefully [...]
