Pardon The Punctuation...After being bombarded by people begging me to check out Burma Superstar in San Francisco, I finally took the plunge last week.
Read MoreFor Tasty Salted Pig Parts Head to "Boccalone" in the Ferry Building From Chris Cosentino
Pardon The Punctuation... If in the mood for anything tasty and made of pork, scoot your butt over to the Ferry building in San Francisco for some "Boccalone" from famed chef Chris Cosentino.
Read More"La Folie" San Francisco is The Best French Restaurant in Town.
Pardon the punctuation...my 3 year anniversary dinner in San Francisco could not have gone any better than at "La Folie." Some of the best french food I've had state side in one of my favorite towns.
Read More"Firenze Osteria" A Taste of Florence In The Valley.
Pardon the Punctuation...Being a fan of the show "Top Chef" I like to check out any restaurants related to contestants on the show. This past weekend I dinned at Firenze Osteria from "Top Chef" alumni Fabio Viviani.
Read MoreNew York and Napa, A Tale of Two Morimotos
Pardon The Punctuation...I'm such a fan of chef Masaharu Morimoto that I went to two of his restaurants...in 6 days...and 3,000 miles apart. Yeah, I'm that guy. On my last night of a trip to NYC I went to Morimoto New York and on my last night in Napa a week later I dined at Morimoto Napa.
Read MoreDinner at "Bella Via" in Long Island City with my "Stern Show" friend Ronnie Mund.
A Wonderful Dinner at Celadon in Napa
When Looking for Great Falafel in New York, Look No Further Than Taïm! Gluten Free!
"The National" New York, is a Grand Café from Chef Geoffrey Zakarian
Pardon The Punctuation...If you've watched as much "Iron Chef" as I have, chances are you've sat at home and dreamt for the day you'd get to eat at one of your favorite Iron Chef's restaurants. Last night one of those dreams came true. "The National" in midtown Manhattan comes to us from world renowned chef Geoffrey Zakarian.
Read MoreDay one in the Big Apple Started with "Eataly" by Chef Mario Batali
Pardon the Punctuation...First day in New York and I had to treat myself. Craving one of my favorite spots in NYC I walked my butt over to Mario Batali's "Eataly" over by the Flatiron building. If you wanna find out what they're about here is the manifesto.
Read More"Bäco Mercat" A New Mecca for Food in Los Angeles.
Pardon the Punctuation...Before I get started I have to give props to my amazing Aussie waiter "Jonno" for giving me some great recommendations for what to order. Bäco Mercat is to quote the website," the home of the “bäco,” the signature flatbread sandwich that was developed by chef Josef Centeno." I read about them the other night and was able to make a reservation during an attack of insomnia while out of town last week. This gave me something to look forward to eating when I got back in town.
Read MoreMichael Symon, Thank You for Lola Bistro in Cleveland
Pardon the Punctuation...I have to admit that the week before my trip to Cleveland I was dreading some of the nasty food I'd have to scarf down in order to survive my 10 days in town. I'll be the first to admit when I'm wrong and I was WRONG!
Read MoreOsteria Mozza is Hands Down The Best Restaurant In Los Angeles
Pardon The Punctuation...I know that calling a restaurant the best in LA is a bold statement. That being said, Osteria Mozza is a cut above the rest.
Read MoreAcadiana a Taste of NOLA In The Heart of D.C.
Zaytinya in D.C is a Masterpiece by José Andrés
Pardon the Punctuation...One place that is a must while in our nation's capital is Zaytinya by famed Spanish chef José Andrés. If you're in the mood for innovative cocktails and some Turkish, Lebanese, and or Greek cuisine, this is the place for you.
Read MoreSlow's Bar B. Q. in Detroit. A Diamond In The Rough
Pardon the Punctuation...If you happen to be stuck in the Detroit area for any amount of time, here is a little place that might help bring a smile to your face. SLOWS Bar B. Q. is where to go for great BBQ and beer in the motor city.
Read MoreTop Notch Sushi in Toluca Lake. Izakaya Sushi Ran
"The Dutch" A Rockin Brunch in Miami
"Yardbird" Southern Table and Bar. The South in South Beach
Pardon the Punctuation...Who knew you could get the south this far south. "Yardbird" is Jeff McInnis of Top Chef fame's culinary homage to his southern roots. Located in the heart of mostly Cuban populated South Beach, this restaurant sticks out like a sore thumb in a good way.
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