We had just finished our appetizers at Unconventional Diner when a nearby table was presented with a celebratory cake spewing forth sparklers from the center. Adding to the drama, the lights in the entire restaurant dimmed. A very nice touch, I thought. Diners clapped at the spectacle, and waited for the staff to resume normal […]
Requin: Weathering the Elements at The Wharf
February 1, 2018 By Leave a Comment
The temperatures were hovering at the zero mark, and our dining companions were ready to scrap our plans to head down to Requin at the District Wharf, in favor of staying closer to home. I had my heart set on Requin so that I could check off dining at another one of the flagship restaurants […]
St. Regis Restaurant: Jazz Brunch is an Exercise in Indulgence
January 8, 2018 By Leave a Comment
A new year has commenced, and with it the inevitable resolutions to eat less and work out more. On January 2, I opened my Weight Watchers app for the first time in months and started tracking food points. So, if you are one of those people who are in a reduced food mode right now, […]
Sally’s Middle Name: A Knockout
December 26, 2017 By Leave a Comment
Let’s cut to the chase. Sally doesn’t have a middle name. Her brother, Chef Sam Adkins, co-owns Sally’s Middle Name with his wife Aphra and they decide to call this out in naming their restaurant. I don’t know why this idea emerged, but the moniker is unique, memorable, and even smile-inducing. I had an enjoyable […]
Del Mar: It’s All in the Name
December 7, 2017 By 2 Comments
I sometimes have a hard time recalling people’s names. It’s most likely an age thing, and it can be frustrating. When asked for a restaurant recommendation, however, I can usually spout off names without hesitation. The brain works in mysterious ways. The request I field most often is where to go for a celebratory dinner. […]
Calle Cinco: The Real Thing
November 2, 2017 By 1 Comment
I have a pet peeve when it comes to the word “tapas.” All too often I hear people use tapas as a generic term for small plates, which actually makes me cringe. Tapas is a Spanish word referring to small savory snacks, and really shouldn’t be interchangeable in describing other cuisines that also happen to […]
