I love small, intimate, funky joints. Huertas is just that. It’s located in the East Village which is one of my favorite neighborhoods in the city. Huertas serves Basque-influenced fare, evoking the lively eating and drinking culture of Northern Spain and creatively inspired by NYC. I started out with a Seafood Tin called Caballa. Mackerel in Olive […]
New York City
Gramercy Tavern is one of famous restauranteur, Danny Meyer’s, signature restaurants. It is in the Flatiron District/Union Square area of Manhattan which is a cool area. You can either eat in the main dining room which is fancier and has a bigger menu or eat in the Tavern which is walk in and a smaller menu. […]
New York City
As you know, I love dive joints. Hole in the wall places. But that doesn’t mean I don’t like upscale too. Especially when it is in a fun and festive atmosphere. Cosme is just that. Cosme is a restaurant in New York City’s Flatiron District serving contemporary Mexican-inspired cuisine. World-renowned Chef Enrique Olvera and his team […]
New York City
The first NYC restaurant from Tokyo chef Takatoshi Nagara, Mr. Taka Ramen dishes up a compact menu of Japanese snacks and several varieties of ramen, plus beer and sake, in a cozy, simple storefront with light-wood tables and an open kitchen. And, this joint is in the Lower East Side which is such a fun area […]
New York City
Being from Chicago, I know a good steak joint and Guard & Grace is on point. It is a take on the big, fancy, modern steakhouse – miles and miles of fiery grills and charcuterie, oyster bar and bar tops, private rooms, and a posh, walk-in, floor-to-high-ceiling glassed wine cellar. And the steaks are delicious. This […]
Denver
Les Madeleines was such an unexpected treat. It’s a cozy French-style spot known for made-from-scratch pastries & desserts plus a full breakfast & lunch menu. It’s downtown and it’s wonderful. I was introduced to the Kouign-amann which is a round crusty cake, made with bread dough containing layers of butter and sugar folded in. But what it really […]
Salt Lake City
Tucked in one of my favorite neighborhoods in Salt Lake, The Avenues, is Cucina Deli. It’s a counter service joint serving up fresh sandwiches, salads and entrees and it is just delicious and healthy. Is a go to place for me whenever I am in town. Perfect for a quick, healthy and relaxing meal. The […]
Salt Lake City
I like this little joint. Alpine Modern Cafe is tucked in the Chautauqua Neighborhood of Boulder near the university. If was a funky mini mart for years. Not any more. This little coffee shop has a clean, modern vibe and tasty food as well. They are open from 7-5:30 everyday. My little avocado and egg bowl was […]
Boulder
I love The West End Tavern. It’s on Boulder’s West End which is my favorite part of town on the west end of the Pearl St. Mall. It has great atmosphere, a killer roof top deck with a view of the Flatirons, great whiskey and beer selection and excellent service because this is one of […]
Boulder
b. patisserie is in the Lower Pacific Heights Neighborhood of San Francisco. Super cool area and this place has the most amazing pastries and sandwiches. I mean it. This place is a must. I had the Tomato and Burrata Tartine. Tomato, Balsamic and Olive Oil, Basil. Please go!
San Francisco