Author: Ann J. Ray

It’s so easy to feel overwhelmed with guilt after a good meal at a restaurant. Why didn’t I order the fish instead of the steak? Maybe that vegetarian option that my eyes have lingered on for so long wouldn’t have been so bad? I should have skipped dessert or resisted the temptation of a second […]

For my entree, I opted for one of the mainstays of Sylvan Table: trout with black rice with ginger, shiitake, leeks and beets. Trout has been one of the most popular dishes since the beginning. Gadulka says they sold out the first day in three hours, so he called his supplier and said he would […]

For diners who fondly remember the long-lost John C. Calhoun Junior High Teachers’ Lounge, famed Superintendent Sheldon Kornfahrt’s latest offering is sure to bring back fond memories. Drawing inspiration from various culinary traditions, including leftover salad from last night’s school board meeting and the reduced aisle for quick sale at Sam’s Club, the newly reimagined […]

Bridge of Allan is becoming a foodie destination. 2020 saw the opening of celebrity chef Nick Nairn’s namesake restaurant (to much excitement and fanfare) and in early 2022 Queen’s House opened just up the road. Tragically, Nick’s suffered a major fire, but is expected to reopen soon. While food is key at Queen’s House, wine […]

The hexagon, 22 Lower Goat Lane, Norwich NR2 1EL (01603 926 886). Starters and small plates £7-£12, mains £14-£24, desserts £7, wines from £21 At the beginning of my happy adventures as a concert musician, putting my bag of borrowed tunes and my boundless, puppy-dog enthusiasm in front of a very kind audience, I had […]

Who would have thought 1990s house music would be a soothing backdrop to Ireland’s finest seafood? Turns out even Terenure wasn’t immune to the music of Garth Brooks last weekend (8k away), but once settled in Saltwater, the 120 beats per minute, four on the floor, boom boom boom from the 90s house turned out […]

What to expect from this Italian-themed restaurant that was named in this year’s Michelin Guide. Cathedral House, located in Townhead – near Batman’s lair, the Necropolis – in Glasgow has a rich history. From a hostel for female inmates released from nearby Duke Street Jail to a choir practice and Sunday school venue, it was […]

At Korê Steakhouse, each table is equipped with an inlaid grill that gives you the freedom and heavy responsibility of playing chef for a night. Are you ready for this? I hope. Because the restaurant, which opened at Waterside Place earlier this year, is one of the best in Sarasota. When I […]

While junkyards themselves don’t sound particularly appetizing, the concept of junkyard as a way of describing food products is very promising. “Junkyards” and their close associates, “garbage” and “kitchen sink” suggest a menu item with everything in between. It refers to something generous, and maybe a bit wacky at the same time. For example, Junkyard […]

We must have looked so smug when we pulled into the main street of Aldeburgh last weekend. It is notoriously difficult to find a parking space here, but the day we visit the new Sur-Mer restaurant, there is a deluge of rain, and the day-trippers have either stayed home or huddled together, holding small children, […]

Check out the restaurants happening in town By Laraib Anwer Published: Thu 15 Sep 2022, 06:37 PM Located in the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Dubai, Miss Lily’s is a hidden cave in its own right. With dim lights, a relaxing atmosphere and tunes to beat all afternoon, this restaurant offers the perfect getaway without you […]

At the risk of triggering the North versus South debate, the former currently ticks a lot of boxes for foodies. I’ll preface this by stating that I have no in-game skin as someone who grew up in neither zone and now lives somewhere in the middle. But driving along the West Coast Highway at the […]

For this week, I decided to pair two different companies from South Knox – one for a savory meal and one for dessert. Fortunately, I found two restaurants on/near Chapman Highway – Camps Chicken & Grill and Sugar Queen Creamery – that would suit my needs. And they weren’t far from each other. We started […]

Stefi Hsia | September 12, 2022 Sushi Zushi is a sushi restaurant founded in 2001 by Alfonso Tsuyoshi Tomita. Austin offers countless sushi options and Sushi Sushi in Austin must be on your list. Known for their Japanese cuisine with Latin American influences, their two Austin establishments are favorites for their extensive menu of quality […]

Hot and spicy are not necessarily synonymous. Heard at the Potluck Club, which the team of Cereal bar with milk and cream opened on Chrystie Street in June: “Is it going to be spicy? It’s going to be expertly seasoned, yes, which doesn’t answer the question, I know. But with few exceptions, the dishes on […]

Lyrics by Selina Julien Four Seasons Hotel, George V, Paris is as synonymous with culinary excellence as it is with being one of the best hotels in the world. The only European establishment to hold five Michelin stars for three of its restaurants, this is the place to see and be seen for chic Parisians […]

Rumble menu. Photo by Steven Woodburn Joining the group of restaurants in the Star’s food district is Rumble, offering a fusion of Southeast Asian flavors from Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. The newly opened establishment offers a menu inspired by the imagination and memories of head chef Benjamin Tan, whose dishes are a traditional and […]

Housed in a converted textile factory that is now a Dundee hotel, you’ll find the modern Scottish restaurant Daisy Tasker. Named after a young factory worker who was known for hosting social events for his co-workers, Daisy Tasker is part of Hotel Indigo and is a space not only for lunch and dinner, but also […]

As I studied the menu, I wondered if hotel giant Mitchells and Butlers had regretted the day they failed to sign up a budding rock band. The reason this crossed my mind was that I was at the Miller & Carter steakhouse in Aberdeen, which is a chain within the same business empire. The young […]

Hey, Hoya friends! Just so you know, the long-running salad-topped pizza has been scratched and the 99 Days Club has yet to be revived at Tombs, the all-American tavern below the formal 1789 restaurant in the shadow of the Georgetown University. Closed in March 2020, the parenthesis for 60 years reopened in March. Rest assured, […]

It can be easy to walk past long-established restaurants like Dublin’s Mezzo. But that would be a mistake. While Bridge Park is the current suburban “it” destination, Mezzo resides in Old Dublin where he settled in 2011. The name, “mezzo”, translates from Italian to English as “medium “, and it is intended to position the […]

Sushi lovers, rejoice! Last July, Hana Sushi and Teppanyaki opened on College Hill. Even though we like to play salmonella roulette every time we grab sushi from Lower, we editorial staff decided to explore Hana’s extensive menu. Hana offers take-out and eat-in options. We opted to eat there to get the full experience. The restaurant […]

ExploreMore Metro Atlanta Restaurant Reviews Chicken tikka masala from Rasoi Fusion. Credit: Henry Hollis Credit: Henry Hollis Chicken tikka masala from Rasoi Fusion. Credit: Henry Hollis Credit: Henry Hollis Rasoi serves up many classic Indian sauces, including bright red-orange korma and dark green saag, with flavors just as impressive as their rich hues. On the […]

An “exciting small plate menu” is a risky game, often only appealing to those willing to spend money on meager portions and may find themselves running to the nearest takeaway to grab a bite. bag of crisps. But it seems that Gastronomy by Jon managed to redeem the controversial “small plate” through innovative pairings, abstract […]

Overshadowed in recent times by neighboring Lytham, the town has always had a good choice of restaurants, but lacked all the kind of relaxed atmosphere that many people seek for after-dinner or pre-dinner drinks. But now St Annes has a number of cozy micro pubs while the latest addition is the Tempo wine and cocktail […]

I didn’t realize why the Chow Hall was called the Chow Hall until The Grub Spouse and I arrived on the premises for a dinner party last week. The front panel reads “Honoring and Supporting Our Veterans” and bears the insignia of all of our nation’s service branches. The theme is even more prominent inside […]

Umi Asian, 57 Strand Road, Derry The thing that really got me through the monotony of the lockdowns was TLC Sushi’s sushi. When I couldn’t go out to a restaurant to get my sushi fix, their weekend pick-up service was excellent and really showed off TLC Sushi’s skill and artistry in creating Japanese delights. The […]

Known for its delicious pasta and strategic location with stunning views of Marina Bay Sands, Cafe Fernet easily won the hearts of many, including us. Complete with comfortable booths, high chairs and wooden tables, the airy Italian restaurant is the epitome of comfortable and stylish al fresco dining. Ideal for dates, family time, or a […]

Festivals and gastronomy do not really mix. For years, the fodder available in fields across the country during the peak summer festival period could be indistinguishable – hamburgers, hot dogs and enough fries to shake a glow stick. I’m old enough to remember when T in the Park in Balado got fancy with the addition […]

My husband has always wanted to live in North Perth due to the rich multicultural history of the suburbs. Along with its people – the hardy and ruthless Macedonians – the Croats, Greeks and Italians have all contributed much to the swampy slice of Whadjuk Noongar. The elderly Croatian couple across the road tell incredible […]

Hidden in plain sight you’ll find some of the best Mexican and South American food in Perth. You can easily walk past Gringo’s Two Chihuahua bar and restaurant on Scott Street without noticing. Until you start smelling the food and hearing the faint sound of Latin American hip hop. But it was Google Maps that […]

Stefi Hsia | September 2, 2022 An Austin staple, Joann’s Fine Foods is a classic American Tex-Mex inspired diner. Joann’s serves smoothies, craft cocktails and hearty comfort food from breakfast to dinner, seven days a week. Whether you’re looking for a light snack, a family outing or a date gallant, Joann’s has what you need. […]

I half expected Jackie Chan or Bruce Lee to slide down the bar before kicking the head of an iron ore samurai from St Georges Terrace. “It’s for Juukan Gorge, you idiot!” While no one was fighting kung fu in Golden Boy and Jade Girl, there was plenty of kicking and punching an inch of […]

Gopchang is Korean for small intestines, and Gopchang Salon specializes in grilled meats – along with other offal. The offal is what sets Gopchang Salon apart from the slew of other Korean restaurants along a stretch of Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road off I-85. Vegetarians would do better elsewhere. The same goes for disgusted eaters. Adventurous diners, however, […]

Review at a glance R ed flags, ominous omens, the deafening sound of several alarm bells ringing at once. However you prefer to describe recognizable restaurant warning signs, when I first visited Miznon in Soho there was a glaring abundance of them. Accompanied by pulverized Hebrew pop, this first British branch of the hit Israeli […]

Israeli-born chef Eran Tibi brings Middle Eastern cuisine to life with a casual twist at Bala Baya in Southwark… Photo: Bala Baya There is winter food and there is summer food. There are winter sites and there are summer sites. Bala Baya, in the Old Union Yard Arches in Southwark, is the latter. The Israeli-inspired […]

When I had these inedible fries at the strikingly beautiful and architecturally beautiful Hotel Palma Blanc, one of the waitresses I complained to mentioned that the fries at Café Pino in Paseo Mallorca are worth having. to be tried. I had a very good meal at Café Pino a few years ago and I remembered […]

The Palmerston, 1 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh EH12 5AF (0131 220 1794). Snacks and starters £4-£10, mains £17-£24, desserts £6, wines from £24 In the brutal depths of a cost of living crisis, when some people still have money for cream up top and far too many don’t even have enough for the basics below, going […]

Something certainly has to be said about a restaurant that shows up full every time you try to book a visit. No matter the day or time, whenever I have the chance in Dundee I make a conscious effort to try and get a table at Selkie on Exchange Street, usually with very little luck. […]

The Bridgman, the newest gastropub on Dominion Rd. Photo/Babiche Martens A 1912 Dominion Rd landmark has undergone a flavorful — and textured — makeover, reports restaurant critic Kim Knight. In their own words: “Carefully selected food, drinks and cocktails with our fresh and modern approach a traditional gastro pub.” First impressions: If you like to […]

Comment this story Comment If you don’t know Robbie Tutlewski, the sight of pierogi, pizza, and skate on the same small menu might raise your eyebrows. Do yourself a favor and get to know the chef, or at least some of his cooking, at one of the best things to spice up my summer, Little […]

As a child growing up at the Imperial Hotel in York, John Blackburn always ran up the stairs to avoid the “boogies” that lived below. Almost a century later, John’s parents, his daughter Robyn, his granddaughter Myra and his great-grandchildren Rosanna and Hugo – along with Robyn’s husband, Geoff, and yours truly – have returned […]

A 300-year-old coaching inn, The Ffolkes has become something of a landmark encompassing a festival vibe. Located on the busy A148 in Hillington, this restaurant/hotel/gaming center is a stone’s throw from Sandringham Estate, near King’s Lynn. And with vibrant, eye-catching colors to draw you in, it’s the type of place you’ll be happy to stay […]

Hildee’s Bars (photos courtesy of Overwatch Productions) Chef Ryan Hildebrand, founder and former chef of Houston’s FM Kitchen & Bar and former fine dining restaurant Triniti, moved to Wimberley in 2019 and announced shortly after that he would be opening a “Hill Country bistro” next to Blue Hole . A pandemic later, Hildee’s Texas Dine-Inn […]

In this age of setbacks, corruption and fast-tracks that allow pubs to seemingly sell PPE, I think I need to start this review with a bit of transparency. The owner of Farzi Café, Zorawar Kalra, is an acquaintance of mine, and before they opened in London, I did a whirlwind tour of India sampling Farzis […]

Craven Wings has two locations in Knoxville, one in Seymour and the other way, way, way, South Northshore Drive exit In fact, when The Grub Spouse and I visited this last store a few weeks ago, I had officially traveled farther Northshore than I’ve ever been. We found the restaurant in a micro-commercial oasis set […]

There is a new hotel in the center of Palma which looks the most imposing across the street with its Modernist curves and all-white look. It is appropriately named Palma Blanc. It’s on one of my commutes to the office and I pass by frequently — always on the other side of the street. I […]

THAIGERKitchen: ThaiAddress: 2 Surrey Crescent, Gray LynnCall: (09) 360 0695Reservations: AcceptedDrinks : Fully LicensedFrom the menu: Chicken satay $17; green papaya salad $20; pad thai $29; laksa $29; tofu spring roll $14; nasi goreng cauliflower $27 I ate a lot of Thai food this week because I just discovered that the most authentic Thai food […]

Chef Nico Simeone has made a name for himself in Scotland and beyond for his themed meals. It started with the ever-popular Six by Nico, which opened in Glasgow in 2017, and brought the concept of six weekly-changing tasting menus to life for curious audiences. From Chippy to Willy Wonka, to graphic locales such as […]

at Walter’s, 84 Park Hall Road, London SE21 8BW (020 8014 8548). Snacks £3.80 to £5, starters £9.50 to £13, mains £19.50 to £26, desserts £7 to £7.50, wines from £19.50 It was when they started playing the original recording of Joy Division’s Love Will Tear Us Apart that I knew I was in the […]

York celebrity chef Stephen Andrews has come a long way since opening Fish & Forest as a street food restaurant in Spark:York. Two moves later – first to the Gillygate pub, then to a stand-alone restaurant in trendy Micklegate (nestled between Partisan, The Rattle Owl and Skosh) – Fish & Forest is now listed in […]

Dublin is an expensive city to eat out in, and it’s going to get worse. Rents are higher, produce bills are rising every week (alarmingly, according to a chef friend), and we’re probably going to have to put up with it and refrain from blaming restaurants. Staffing is still a huge problem and restaurant chains […]

Few things in life seem more absurd to me than putting cheese on a good steak. The tomahawk rib eye at Populaire, a new French bistro at the South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, is a very good steak, as it should be. It costs $140. Grilled tomahawk rib steak with Saint André cheese at […]

Last week I had one of the least enjoyable meals at a new venue I’ve had in Perth. Service was slow and a bit surly, prices were high for the underwhelming experience, and the vibrant, bountiful dishes splashed across her social media seemed to come from a completely different cuisine. We also received the wrong […]

E Every chef has their own idea of ​​what makes a restaurant tick, but there is one that is particularly close to my heart. “Let me tell you something, yes?” Marco Pierre White told me, as we smoked side by side. “In restaurants, the atmosphere is what is generated by people. The environment is what […]

by Loretta Address: 162-165 Phibsborough Road, Dublin 7, D07 RX3P Telephone: 01-8309737 Kitchen: International Cost: €€€ “Where’s good to eat in Dublin on a Sunday?” is a question that comes up regularly on Twitter. There are a few mainstays, but probably lesser known is Loretta’s in Phibsborough, in the north of the city, which does […]

If you’re looking for a great night out among the rich and influential, as well as finely cooked and presented food at a price that prevents scum, then El Norte will make your year complete. The passionate sound of flamenco can be heard as you pass through the warmly lit space that is The North, […]

It had been a long time since I had returned to revisit a restaurant I had already reviewed. But The Grub Spouse and I recently visited the physical location of Alé Rae’s Gastro Pub and Coffee Bar on North Broadway. For logistical reasons, we had to drive separately and meet on site. My previous experience […]

I am obviously a fair weather visitor or have a deeply selective memory because for over four decades and counting almost every time I search Baltimore the sun seems to be splitting rocks while the little fishing village of West Cork swans around the place like a seaport on the French Riviera. On another glorious […]

Our son invited his girlfriend to our home in Aberdeen to meet the family for the first time and tour the area. Luckily the weather was good and we took her to one of our favorite tourist spots, Dunnottar Castle near Stonehaven. We walked along the edge of the cliff enjoying the magnificent sea views […]

Placeholder while loading article actions The mere mention of a few restaurants prompts me to smack my lips and jump in the car. And There you go! in the fences? My whole family considers it a favorite. Hitching post in Petworth? The fried whiting is named after me. Regular readers might expect Buck’s Fishing & […]

There is no doubt that the life of a leader is hard. Long hours and late nights are just part of the daily routine for these hard-working culinary champions, who operate in grueling conditions to deliver their dishes to us. Talent plays a part, but it’s daring and passion that lead the best of the […]

Not so long ago a restaurant called Ellory closed in east London, while almost simultaneously another called Leroy opened just down the road. It was no coincidence; the team behind the first had to close its star-studded doors because the building it was in had been sold. So they found a new place, rearranged the […]

Although I hold the knowledge of the world at a click, when I mistyped the name of this cafe in Mt Lawley into Google, let’s just say I’m glad I wasn’t using my work computer. Rather than inquiring about a specific prescription, I managed to find the right v-word and set out to find the […]

Until he opened one, no one seemed more qualified to run a Lyonnais-style cork in New York than Daniel Boulud. And came Gratinand it became clear that he was the wrong person for the job at all. Le Gratin, just south of City Hall in the space once occupied by Keith McNally’s Augustine, bills itself […]

My brain wasn’t quite sure which meaning to interpret first. Stepping through the front doors of The Ivy Asia Mayfair, you truly get an explosion of sound, sight, smell, touch and, of course, taste, once you arrive at your table. Recently opened on North Audley Street, the Mayfair branch is the latest edition of The […]

The best hotel restaurants tell visitors something about their city: Manny’s is the ultimate in meat in the Midwest; the St. Paul Grill is old world elegance. And Wood + Paddle is aiming for a real taste of Minnesota on the ground floor of the Royal Sonesta (the former Radisson Blu). Take the simplicity of […]

There was a time in Glasgow city center when a small section of St Vincent Street and West Regent Street became known as the burger corner. Major brands such as Byron, the Handmade Burger Company, Burger Meats Bun, Bread Meats Bread and Gourmet Burger Kitchen have all opened within walking distance of each other. Clearly […]

Sohaila, 232 Shoreditch High Street, London E1 6PJ. Small plates £4-£9, large plates £11-£15, desserts £7, wines from £32 We live in desperate times. According to the hospitality industry website, the Nusr-Et Steakhouse in Knightsbridge, famous for its super-pricey gold-wrapped steaks, has Coded, had to abandon the use of gold leaf. As with chickpeas and […]

I don’t know why, but when I think of sushi and Japanese food, I always feel like there’s this elegance. That finesse you don’t see in other cooking styles. Maybe it’s because I don’t make sushi or many Japanese dishes at home, so when I go out, spending more money than I should makes me […]

The sound of clapping gets better when it rains – no it’s not a Confucius quote or a physics problem or an art project, it’s a “natural” wine from a blend of black and white Grenache d’Ardèche sold by the Note Dublin wine bar. The world of wine is changing and we must change with […]

I’ve been wanting to visit Vietnamese street food in the bullring for a while, and the 4e In August, after watching the hockey game for the Commonwealth Games, my partner and I finally got to go. Vietnamese Street Kitchen is located just outside the bullring, just off St. Martin’s Square. This is a family run, […]

Arash Aminzadeh and Hassan Mohammadi with Persian flatbread called sangak at Ziba Cafe, Henderson. Photo/Michael Craig Ziba Cafe doesn’t serve many dishes, but each one is a sensory delight. The restaurant’s Iranian owners are committed to authentic Persian cuisine and helped Amanda Saxton find a meal that suited her needs. Choosing is hard at the […]

Aobaba Address: 46a Capel Street, Dublin 1 Telephone: n / A Kitchen: Vietnamese Cost: € Ordering fresh noodles from Aobaba, a Vietnamese restaurant on Capel Street in Dublin, turns out to be not only a good choice, but also the source of an interesting backstory. These are the only handmade Vietnamese-style noodles in Ireland and, […]

Pazzaluna’s time had come and gone. There is no doubt that one of the most popular stops for dinner and drinks before an event at the Xcel Energy Center was in need of a refresh. Momento is off to a good start as a substitute. A nice bar is in the center of the room, […]

Spouse Grub noticed a new restaurant in this mall near the intersection of Westland Drive and Ebenezer Drive. It’s called Point b, and the spouse and I left The Grub House (Point a) one night last week to check it out. Upon entering the place felt a little more upscale than I expected. We were […]

The number of times I remember leaving a bank with a smile on my face is rare. Whether it’s paying my credit card bill or standing in line for what seems like a lifetime to verify a transaction, it’s never a good time. But my recent visit to The Bank was a totally different experience […]

Please forgive me. I’m always late to the party. So when I first heard the words “Japanese-Peruvian” spoken in the context of fusion cuisine, the skeptic in me bristled. “Fusion?” I complained. “Very few ‘fused foods’ are actually good. I bet it’s crap. Well, hit me in the face with a tortilla (according to the […]

Gigi Gao’s favorite authentic Chinese, 23 Anchor Court, Victoria Quay, Maritime Quarter, Swansea SA1 3XA. Starters £4.98 to £8.98, larger mains £6.98 to £13.98, wines from £19.98 Gigi Gao is her own special creation, and what a fabulous creation she is. She serves us dressed in a long fitted dress with silver sequins and a […]

I remember when I moved to the suburb of Aberdeen, Bridge of Don, and people were talking about this bar called the Mains. It took me a while to realize they meant the Mains of Scotstown – and even longer to find the place! It’s tucked away in an area surrounded by various housing estates, […]

To hell with your eyes, man, I thought you said we could go back inside, that there would be no more food truck business. Yes, we enjoyed the food, but we’re tired of sitting outside wondering what the summer vibe is like today. Of course the Covid isn’t gone forever (well…em!) and we want to […]

Oone could be forgiven for thinking that a trip to Seasonality, a new restaurant in Maidenhead, would involve a smooth and lightning-fast journey along the brand new Elizabeth Line. After all, we saw Her Majesty in a tall hat, dutifully cutting a ribbon, announcing that Maidenhead and the likes of Twyford and Slough are now […]

Some things have changed in the Barossa. While international tourism is barely recovering after a two-year hiatus, the region now appears to be in recovery mode. This usually bustling wine and food destination is much quieter than it was before the pandemic, with many wineries and restaurants having to adjust their offerings or opening hours […]

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“The food here is so good” The woman sitting next to us at Bread in Common summed up the dishes coming out of her open kitchen perfectly. In what simply reads on the menu – baby peppers, feta, oregano or scallop, XO sauce, spring onion – comes to the table with so many unexpected flavors. […]