When I travel, there are certain restaurants I always need to go to. So, revisiting Tasty n Alder Portland for dinner with my mom and grandparents was a priority for me. … [Read more...] about Revisiting Tasty n Alder Portland for Dinner
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Na’au Hilo + PAI Honolulu Collab Dinner
I'm always on the lookout for unique dining experiences - especially those unique to specific locations. Well, a recent Na'au Hilo + PAI Honolulu collab dinner presented exactly that kind of experience. It was an opportunity to, literally, taste Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Na’au Hilo + PAI Honolulu Collab Dinner
Da Poke Shack Kailua-Kona
I'm leery of Yelp reviews and ratings, as many reviewers are, well, entitled. But, Da Poke Shack scored number one in Yelp's 2014 rankings, so I thought I'd head over and see what all the fuss is about. … [Read more...] about Da Poke Shack Kailua-Kona
Meridia at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
For our second and final dinner on the Big Island, I chose to make reservations at Meridia at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort, which is the hotel's signature restaurant. … [Read more...] about Meridia at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
Ikena Landing Breakfast at the Westin Hapuna
While the Westin Hapuna is a large, gorgeous property, it lacks variety when it comes to dining. In fact, the Ikena Landing Breakfast is the only breakfast service available aside from room service. … [Read more...] about Ikena Landing Breakfast at the Westin Hapuna
Anniversary Dinner at Merriman’s Waimea
As you'll recall, the premise for my recent trip to the Big Island was our anniversary. So, of course, I had to schedule a great dinner or two. And the first of our two anniversary dinners was at Merriman's Waimea. … [Read more...] about Anniversary Dinner at Merriman’s Waimea
Tex Drive In – A Lunch + Malasadas Review
For those of you that don't already know, I love malasadas. My favorite before they closed was Champions in Honolulu. So, I had to give the Big Island's best, Tex Drive In, a try too. … [Read more...] about Tex Drive In – A Lunch + Malasadas Review
Reviewing the Defunct Masso Osteria Las Vegas
I finally got to try Scott Conant's cuisine this past April. But, I've learned that, since then his restaurant has closed. But I'm still reviewing the defunct Masso Osteria Las Vegas since his signature dish is still available elsewhere on the Strip. … [Read more...] about Reviewing the Defunct Masso Osteria Las Vegas
Pizza Rock Las Vegas – Restaurant Review
If you didn't already know, I love pizza. Not just any pizza, though, it has to be good, brick oven fired pizza. And, recently, I found a new favorite pizza restaurant - Pizza Rock Las Vegas. … [Read more...] about Pizza Rock Las Vegas – Restaurant Review
Brioche by Guy Savoy at Caesars Palace
After my red-eye flight to Vegas, I got my Audi A4 from Silvercar and headed to the hotel. My room wasn't ready yet, though, so I decided to grab a small bite from Brioche by Guy Savoy at Caesars Palace. … [Read more...] about Brioche by Guy Savoy at Caesars Palace
