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
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 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
Sweet Maple is one of those special places where it all just comes together. It is a laid-back and unpretentious neighborhood restaurant, coffeehouse and meeting place located in the Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco. Serving a classic American breakfast and brunch menu with a touch of Asian influence. Everything is scratch made using organic, local ingredients. […]
San Francisco
Kabul Afghan Cuisine is really good. My first time eating Afghan food and I really liked it. Lots of meat and really well seasoned. Tons of flavor. This joint is in Sunnyvale which is about 45 minutes south of San Francisco on The Peninsula. I had the Kabab-e-Gousfand. Cubes of lamb marinated, charbroiled on skewer, served […]
San Francisco, sunnyvale
Grand Lake Kitchen in Oakland is the kind of place that makes me happy. It’s a small, local joint with a great vibe and everything is scratch made and locally sourced. Absolutely delicious for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I went for breakfast and had the Avocado Toast with poached eggs, aleppo chile and baby kale salad. […]
Oakland