tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13592891792304032772024-02-06T21:48:45.341-08:00A Traveling Foodie's ReviewAlliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.comBlogger194125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-43790876429390518312018-03-20T16:00:00.000-07:002018-05-17T11:34:18.819-07:00Delices De Maurice<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV_2UTMPrRx7Te0GH5j6iwkW1qefMGkTMQ2A31IxZSCYu4080rjJyr3Y4R4NQL09IzVBoIgtBgKIySQeaN0LxxF67KlcnQCRwURaRmHKm8GAA5VTXyfqJmsx8fjfrqYlXF2HfuGvO-wpk/s1600-h/IMG_3758+%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_3758 (800x600)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3758 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu9X2jBbLhfEEyQ-4Thv9xWmWAE-V8-U8S5CGQ8ror_vPMCaur2CB3HJydi8st0ioorLdbhSrrcSMrf5v-vufT4egmwodsumZIXoockFp0N3xFnN5wnbkmbCCCykh7Vc3tvC9iO9Om91s/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>A new gourmet bakery <a href="https://www.delicesdemaurice.com/">Delices De Maurice</a> has recently opened up and I love to see new places that are family owned and not your average cookie cutter spot. I went with 2 other friends for lunch and fell in love just walking in. It reminded me of our travels and I instantly felt like I was back on vacation again!</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfaSKkphjOegj-F_JbXCWqTa_QFaZ_2PBhKbONk2eS66P2jqn6iLHl46D4NLduigm23uOZGD-sKK8dd_iRuLbdGIlfxg3BR0O2nkIAKeEUwVqqlL3Q6jgAVfRiCjQTsNY1QLPuBcsA7Vc/s1600-h/IMG_3767+%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_3767 (800x600)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3767 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs8HCy3fOYiIPgurpvoCUGfl723c8WXczkk3hoodQh4OREFeBBwzGb0o7cx2NdvcdGEVTZUDF9Tu49ayo8NH_tJU7_1yJD4ZyI7Fw54Q2r0bqRO__wR2XJAgrkTHId00ZhaiWqTQERP_c/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>Everything is on display here so you can see what you get. Of course it also makes you want it all!</p><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGA23IbQIFQQURgYN8vmYPHp9CU_ybuh9uIzfCT_148fAYNWh7lqRyYQJWevKvPwOIkDNjnI1xcNrsiwc2Ov7CC8YFYRzWu9lC27o35LOgACsNOt5bBp0wYJCjPQn9Iya0WBf240TJH1w/s1600-h/IMG_3759+%2528800x600%2529%255B4%255D"><img width="229" height="173" title="IMG_3759 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3759 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieqUPMVF-_JW4Pl0ioA5O2-02e-UjA3YhDrdFRO12H6F6ezFBOfWEgGdCenI5Ulo_GAITTgfiEw5mL0uCEeSfS9vIknQ_MDPZdfoXcMcmfg6317mN1CB9FW-LP8C3iEi6Fwy2N2mZig1g/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSAQRrpWlz6ZWsUSP9Gu9S0TmTZuQ7_A7Mw1g71uDpWtP9t-dMFvN0Zt8iJqghQxd12_8q99W4k8oJrrKPjcDfaBUe6kEsdyCMMH1AxHk7bvY0iZzpekp62pLwK4ihUtHMMpS1N1yoXQs/s1600-h/IMG_3760+%2528800x600%2529%255B4%255D"><img width="229" height="173" title="IMG_3760 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3760 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX_BdbCwsNupHVZHBqUvKj1R83lPVtG-aNCoX1je_N7GqeRrTGKmestH_ePK5yuzk8Zjj1JDpFUqFDYpQhbq3xNy9KrCC6us59ftxNCxAXXnM2nGs4mNL7mC68H0mFZVofQvLZuYC0R80/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgugtRMVyWt-we0N87fjRSIDW9UZDpFg6IsDL7crFE4l0An-dtleSur09E2Qa4ttZFu4gvyerzj24rs4SPAFa7SO7DseIGhAAh3jPYbw5Uox4yHW_ff_jc7RMmuwfni7gyJI6KrKiX1vak/s1600-h/IMG_3761+%2528800x600%2529%255B4%255D"><img width="229" height="173" title="IMG_3761 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3761 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIg41ZojsmacfJyjkt_3B6w1LDhTybquM4sMUNvcVmzxllMGCfohuBrK1JbamUy7JkJYVHOUju_WEv59xVQZ8qjMbqPGdPOuIftJvLdIzqHjndUUYrwN2ofjBD_f4uj3zUeocghLEOgck/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_fIxcf01eQV1WP003LsKePSG4dVHwl-8NW2Z4JYJApo3jE3mv9Oz7NYjN7AbU3D4nj6N2_ozaiiU3iL4kaiEtMIW-ODw1KhL_Q0Jz3DhwSouoxZFOUFtefM8JH4tTdxKkbMkvF9En0vQ/s1600-h/IMG_3762+%2528800x600%2529%255B4%255D"><img width="229" height="173" title="IMG_3762 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3762 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG6hRTJ0rE6WD3hpWBx-ijLdeSm2S9A-rWx-Feuy0y7CW467ftrDwFC2ue0t2ZVWM_nTWkreFChI81fsf_xk9F6j8OcKrLkmDdDXnb0iN_OJdIhcRxZ3gRGRUGxs5ttbAliYJGIp-3jXU/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjViXmcZdxvdcYtMvGl4lLW_f8H0PAIlB2luNAYurIabLJm1WisR1Gsb8WWKIRAvDE_MOjUiWmLmqCKhw-VOff1PDGMYgRPQZGCKS08d5bz18n4Q27WquZvAykrG57z-WvQ24lPLtMzQkI/s1600-h/IMG_3763+%2528800x600%2529%255B4%255D"><img width="229" height="173" title="IMG_3763 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3763 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLxCTNA8p35h-ToyvWDdbyoOLwTIVAkvbHE6vC36KtyxXx4v9srWAZDqthwlgYDAY4PaE_tZzldikaKGFEMiVlRFTGQX9hQTsZxp2B7qxeAh0x8ixKQFm3UGPxenU_EFskGaygnEKIvsQ/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN4KGX03Doq4i_hTSiUkQNRHOPOgqp-JAE2wpCV7rvMLXJ2OOi03dLite2Ps7uJskJnQGR9-BoU9WdlkV6rfWv3XE53gCTW2rXSdhGp7BZIf_jkdwjaJx_e8cfTcwB8vfwEhlKz47GvAw/s1600-h/IMG_3764+%2528800x600%2529%255B4%255D"><img width="229" height="173" title="IMG_3764 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3764 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn-rGeb2QhRIVe_DBp0ZxU8F7bW0eaQEGewfPFEs04wrfZpJl_CyYRBY1ITNVQ4H4PGdiW0RzB_q3FKXeu2u2YLNzxY6jQYDO4NveNVPQTH0tDWPCtbPjgDV6h_KIUVDye6I1Nn9RIt2Q/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoxi9ArzWprKEw0IiLSBfyl9Y3EesanuRGGXOh7m0ClDea2mYl_yVEPc0NaIlegQjLFpeso4L6LlHwwYB7Eb7iDYcljx8aLdGCYCLI8MRAXdeHRXL5eon0PF0_x-W1vGhVkyrQLiqgloE/s1600-h/IMG_3765+%2528800x600%2529%255B4%255D"><img width="229" height="173" title="IMG_3765 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3765 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTFKYrU_PvbX2hiWiXv-WNCneZtcUXuhRiO7dQrV20T85hSLdf8aGZajfWaDAlW4l2-ZMH1fxDI0BNFseg0ea38hafFhFpLKtwR4Y1er-hojxPcxkG9iUXwdIzo22T2pIVACwUXboyk-o/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>We finally settled on what we wanted to order and headed to take a seat. While we waited the owner brought out a sample of the tomato bisque since that’s one of the items we where debating. I personally did not care for it. I think mostly because I am so accustomed to the creamy based ones that this one was more rustic and made me think of pureed pasta sauce. </p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3XVO_y6ZBv2RC5cB3oUlbfHtHnkINY7hdck57kSlStiZivPY1YIgki-Wu1LSdnjh2t017Qc_x9rAcAXK19tvmWb07TybhH7OXdXYS8kePuhQAlmscSh_oaPTNsRZyj5erMcd1hQUFI7k/s1600-h/IMG_3768+%2528600x800%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_3768 (600x800)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3768 (600x800)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTdGkQ3CV_uA_U2gK4A4gMjVQEm9gggbm06TdRniIB2Tl-jxQa7ZGCDU6zWe80E__lAXIVx14jfKqpFHUYVDTygptSzsrYnJN8DOqpDMG3cuwhZQhQ8cCQ6DoaRwU-ptbh7k9ijyzdjJ4/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>I ordered the onion soup $7 and holy smokes is it worth it. It’s packed full of onions and tons of flavor. I love the thick fresh bread on top just covered in cheese. This soup is done right in all the right ways! I also got the grilled chicken crepe $11.50. It’s filled with chicken, mozzarella and swiss cheese, mushrooms, avocado and pesto sauce. I think it was nicely done with a perfect thickness of crepe. I do think it was lacking in so flavoring, maybe a little seasoning or more smoky grill taste to offset the creamy cheese and avocado flavor. </p><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD_vFS7g6YFFQJ5PortCwvt66Gf75QO4E8rdB4Z22ULodbYitwCwv5V1_RTYEJHv4MUT2xAbPLhFZAfSjeXMOLx9f_AYk79N8MbzNBtF7dG-KU1EhzXxoW0BTme0wzxQ0qceCJ2n4dEDg/s1600-h/IMG_3769+%2528800x600%2529%255B4%255D"><img width="229" height="173" title="IMG_3769 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3769 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRJ1RFTVF4PFLRW5bg2qtImdL73tebfeXprbRqEpfSg0XFZuoV9ng09X7BfTFjm1LXme9ZPzgn5EuCa0pIFmUpKazK0GlMrTZ5vEGmXvGMm6Fexey1E3RpHHI1HA61MfS841MghEMfyN0/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGyU8EOX4MV9BTXe6jpII366f-Hie-JTZ6S5Eu1mrXyqs8XUlgVHahzV4fDLDKk5Z0035RcL28I0ztEtD7_xeX2bKKQdpWzB1pEZ9vUZ8lTv9L-701nnqkIWX0qGKeZ9QNPyTPmEW4iEA/s1600-h/IMG_3771+%2528800x600%2529%255B4%255D"><img width="229" height="173" title="IMG_3771 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3771 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifOMvtNrTlbXq0z4MGduT13z-ygyApgYoHjMZYo249aFqJgdXYEDcMMPnKuoE7OzycW8z9cBH6Tymfy50LhvOdyOG438E1O7tSbXdY4dRpc9qYjg4XzNPwomr3guqm5A004pHVV7UybdA/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrUo4u-FlV7B0evIXbb9ywNcTGlLTRwOXuoh8x620nICxpkBp5bb5S9aSlddGcU13fbfIaAfBD1Vjo0VSOTYdEvGVaks00HqbN5T9zIPDTEfFIz6HgTMQHrwxAJep-61XdHYvtsTzEg-I/s1600-h/IMG_3774+%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_3774 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3774 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXSR2wl6tPgaTqJtBiGFLMow49oKqAxT_5SYzJlGqL9wcUItKmpi6LSlNvB8SCPzLgp6dK2d74OgR4CEvvk_9zc1cPGEdfnxloUTXRhW081r0iy-FeqXDcb6YiwKSLLyj6biZcMrmokio/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>My friend ordered the club sandwich. I didn’t see the price, but it was huge and easily enough for 2 people. the potatoes nestled in the middle where AMAZING! We could have eaten a whole plate of them! They also had a really nice garlic mayo sauce on the sandwich which balanced it out nicely. </p><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghGDb-X0c_T9BXkiBOlVYRoIAQ6PR0nv3ThFfpkMB44bqZO51H_iqn8ba2yZSVvT6Qp25g7Q-r9isWPpK29MXHzSB-h5sCuLdGzteOh3tQU8da-ejHsivbhyJLBp-sPkqUx0WAc8y7IG0/s1600-h/IMG_3772+%2528800x600%2529%255B4%255D"><img width="229" height="173" title="IMG_3772 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3772 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyGyxm3EbqaGyWWnSeOSkk-mi7RXfwHDqZsfnk46vBVsYMtvoIlqZFp0ZVTt0DjWlqmzezJCQj_9lLr6O5NPaMBix-ZTB3IJJ8iYKMpwfYl0k8DbsK0vfm3uxxur7YGfNtfSOm6pfJhiQ/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgblxcwz5bW7DZItrpY6X5xMRKgJavNaZMOMZ13nzRYMrLz_0lgjk2GLBcMBHrd4p2DBCV69zlWjmPsD9VElQgOWLvNoEuPwjogUoHI06BCC3pQvRewItheQn0lT9rx9gmS9XJ8avZQkRQ/s1600-h/IMG_3773+%2528800x600%2529%255B5%255D"><img width="229" height="173" title="IMG_3773 (800x600)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3773 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZT4F09F9aj6MQPeOYRnxgZDe_TUOn9VAVxQ4au2gW-Yh9K8pndz8bm4tNn8DmRivJC0moThdKb-_Wk-Jn2ssuEbNbdjs31S9BqQEi1_-4l27kn7KvlmRZQfqfGfMLPKEGK12MjD6Rjz4/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>Their menu has a nice selection and it’s also a great spot to grab a coffee and pastry. I do hope people stop in and they make it, as we could use more unique places like this around!</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilenOJIpJ8dIw6hBHvmJulyGTm1pHLtAJ9XlFmwaWmsEFHDdlum9d_AUF_aRi8-qrT1zzjRf5VE1QweCCN4qAWQBxa3ydl6LMq323oM1hbBqUWOVNEdX0APLiV-RfKaRAI42L6eUE7ozo/s1600-h/IMG_3766+%2528600x800%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="184" height="244" title="IMG_3766 (600x800)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_3766 (600x800)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNAz0Nfh-TO6gBs8EnD_ncnu1_GLamuA8TFUhcwFEHgSu6jaAqcxxSpFrlcLuLR4NnXdInLPPg8rt8aTT1Bfp2x-VdJ0kRk0r2t9rx0WDe3-By5r-gQxMqKUcpU5lOEaBHZ13BwT4wApM/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-59361442744286661942018-02-02T16:00:00.000-08:002018-05-17T11:49:46.050-07:00Olympia Grill<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDoKWMNLVhf6bl_3sNx5FjGT0l32L0cD2R_67B8lQ7oAhhnXRV13yGENTul1wQfdvDu6UTBFBl0qJb6IPnruyvX8NQfqZnC8r9UVWNClWttADJb78499XcrBUKUo5Su2UtOo_KSqlkO84/s1600-h/IMG_1041+%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_1041 (800x600)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_1041 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6jKeorKrEJxOmmTaBb5T3CEDMopPlBt_SEPetbraMkHD6BK_vglJc_9xUjf11oZJ5qnVwuCph3spZqUqOC193QOHtHHshcy4QrgCZ9pY04eMz81ah7haSr0vDLWfU9QQz3Zi-ivEqqW8/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>Sometimes the appearance of a place can fool you until you go inside and have the most wonderful meal. The <a href="http://www.olympiagrill.com/default.asp">Olympia Grill</a> is tucked away in a strip center and once you see their menu you are blown away at how many things they have to offer. </p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBX5FSVHwktSjExQwB-ZsyA1YjvPoWEL3_aHX2a9VDg6FbLqlDPMFVyZ0Q1fujkCtH-h1t3ithDElooum2wX4reYF855HVw35xQHTx48bkgjqOaSxf_nUbSQ4SJOyyzZqWVc650QYOvJw/s1600-h/IMG_1048+%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_1048 (800x600)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_1048 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9Dz10jyZtrSZdAhcs7njMezdAFzw8HG6y8P3iyx0ROhABukiiPORCmqWQqI8Wkn_TVC8J-qjb1KrEabPbbkPEp413g9PmDccqoET-VsLtvckr6y4PV-Y1yqMqPR-w_JQWzztCK2HpD2I/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>My son ordered the kids pizza which was actually really good and only $5.99.</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy0lXmc7L_m_GSMjoo1qKG6pBm1cqI_SOm3O_KJYEpt5zf0Q19RULsa-N0o4nrqKaBPNGDHutyaKQv7sdnP6l9Idvcd0XdyxOj8m-nlIWtFcvDjZHeSQPnWgibJ3TybNFAlrnGGc4mrxc/s1600-h/IMG_1044+%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_1044 (800x600)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_1044 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFhg9XtOTt23KjItZTcXMQQ-KRSXt36Hkt8MZw6M_axEoaE7Ts0ctRj5RxtYThvuLQ8X_6NTuVDa2hnpzgAPDLfbAWvKVJ1yJxusLQE-8mIWILlMMTMoG1CQf_vLwu4NF7PpfyaYGgpVA/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>D ordered the Grilled Seafood Platter $24.99 (Includes flakey white fish, fried calamari, gulf shrimp, crab cake. Grilled or Fried.) All of the seafood was cooked well and tasted really fresh. A must order if you can’t decide and want a variety. </p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUavqMafsWqUf_ys_giF7OYC_rLi3DYEtpB4qJCVk9eIcU3a6_5RTkPi9omsO9DmgKGQoPrnpo-dxrY4ltfSYYnGt7GnE2CXVHMmB1yzk9b9Ci9kmh1iBvcvyKqcbplSiWqfr_DGERB64/s1600-h/IMG_1047+%2528600x800%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_1047 (600x800)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_1047 (600x800)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ3KARolawVsn4LZHKsvCgmZxJwj9frBDnY-jIZAluDi9I8zfE1W9aHT1MWPLo8ZOSE3x7YsobMoJdBGHqYsU3sfd05uZwSfgnVrtJzVw1xcXVKbWAswuNQ6Sc1mKx-v3vXUL0eCPvWqU/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>I ordered the Shrimp and Eggplant Casserole $18.99 (Layers of eggplant, mushroom, pastitsio noodles, cream cheese, mozzarella and Parmesan. Topped with 3 grilled shrimp and marinara.) I loved every bite of this dish! </p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtFX1l31R7F4hkEDNjVWUMDBvcb-A1_7xFvV7wVOmrPkMmQG7iZKWDGtAEVHZ5AnfLlDJ7vLoL0_OPa3t32VY7r3iF-SNLpyVK3mkIfZUrBOA4b8qsZsykrib5OwV5dfeUWr703yLsiBE/s1600-h/IMG_1046+%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_1046 (800x600)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_1046 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu44bt4VJ3N9tzadO4d8aY505ty2LzzTp-rt8tyJpZRApsbcWau_obmGP29v9jDy0pzrMpCwa-1NOJWCiF1k2TLDjRAvMNWzkseQfXKLCiUHwrrmEIpuVhHAo3_zJUqtt3WC34K7RsMiI/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p> I honestly can’t wait for our next trip back down to Galveston to try some of their other menu items!</p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-88337031143112448202018-01-21T13:51:00.001-08:002018-05-17T09:28:30.390-07:00Banger’s<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiARr3WB9JxmE0Llcjs_p8Y1oQdyydsnDHLCjDUlSpukJ9decRhVpQnzjlSQXsw4SJl97GOSh8a790_XLaVd1RJTn2YKHo7DKbQetREOT7vhMhxsz_IN-no7OdlL0gtRa95BF2V_JdgIWU/s1600-h/IMG_0553+%2528450x800%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="139" height="244" title="IMG_0553 (450x800)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_0553 (450x800)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIgQkvuaegsY9ZYiid9FGXt-l07pl_ctNRPDlXdlTpSKHn6yZHkybZdoq_fBDWklqAqDCLKRFnpykpWneQGq8xgDH4LT0YT4w6_d08HjmBKMBEDoU5XaMuZQ3kTOgEtKFtF19jh06RgDk/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>I’ve had my eye on <a href="https://www.bangersaustin.com/">Banger’s</a> from several reviews I read and I was stoked to finally give them a try. We met up with my niece who lives in the area and attending UT. Warning – This place will get busy in a hurry when the weather is nice! We happened to go on a Sunday when they had brunch. There’s a live band and it’s also known as being packed for brunch. Parking is limited in the area so plan on hiking a little or get there super early. We stood in line at least 30 min before getting a table which they won’t let you save seats so be sure your whole party is there!</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVknuR9M7q-Y7csh8QlTg5wlDTjr895ZO9F7gXWqKONS7nGulNOTenDrq6a3PzgJdFkfyz6YW7rLLA0aXzoYgzjq3ZBdmIG70Vo5B63a5UZTNyySqfrv9IU47iaVeUQQb9MRsyAfb4IFI/s1600-h/IMG_0551+%2528600x800%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="184" height="244" title="IMG_0551 (600x800)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_0551 (600x800)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR8Dp-1Wukk_Jt065t_Qas6rQnT85zhZ0wpvxs97g3vLJgcjYtUWfq585JXcMkh-5O_Vhwsm0Yc_Jg-JRVs9qI3oBhwWNfjvIvruh_qG8AGmNkeDgQQ57fW5p0B_rTYrE9kwUKYcaDyq0/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>We sat outside to listen to the band (Boss Street Brass Band). If highly recommend following this group they are AMAZING!</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxNy2BdH0hqaNyuzEEAE2fdCd4q9aBgRlqwf9eJXOlB4gPfzfuI3MXTV8d0aqTa-Z5KTKCy6UJQX4G-aVQ5kXApFeCnN2DYB636T7psRujdlwX3bBNBo0-ZdFOHezCiE-C-MThNO5zteM/s1600-h/IMG_0554+%2528600x800%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="184" height="244" title="IMG_0554 (600x800)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_0554 (600x800)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCXolIXrkiynnhUTiGaHxFFRVe5AxhRnOP21FyDWHGjz8Mzsft-rgbm-w6TDoE74gHjlwGcueCELnCKH8XbGZj5IwlYVixi9C7KI4Pxd5-jm2H5XqoICdSGTeNa_gotdpWfXRwTg8Zptc/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>During their brunch they are most known for The Manmosa $15 (a liter of behemoth of champagne with a splash of orange juice) and there is a limit of 1 per customer and you must order food! I’m picky when it comes to mimosas, but I was pleasantly surprised at how good this one is which leads me to see why it’s so popular. </p><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfQjKKVSfjd-KtaonkTFQ8eM7HoznZ8525amGpXk_Yr8rYPGNzfd2j3o39b4WBnO120ff_eba2d2hXLzOfDnKA01RT8VR2t3geykm7F0YwB_akn1j8j60bEJwP7Kys_FniGcx-l8KqcL4/s1600-h/IMG_0560+%2528600x800%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="184" height="244" title="IMG_0560 (600x800)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_0560 (600x800)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixSKFHbvkXR_A1PviqQJaDpkS1EP8i2r0BKiq46v_xUp3pTpqx2uDR02qrojijD2Yeb7GoqROuEjpYkaZJLCQJeVOC93-FoL-NXCZgl23P59GrcK9mYdcbGM6_NlJOF-jR0jUrs0IxYNg/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYX-qvWPCecG-GD5ECRMHkh6XULuWJw-ElVWzNciv-v74FloT2Y4drlMmxQedy__Ytl7raeCT6I8cqgviTEnvp1LM9Wtg8cpy-nujSqJBz_3eUxAqrkyqUmNsc0cfap9DydW_-Pmjdo9Q/s1600-h/IMG_0558+%2528600x800%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="184" height="244" title="IMG_0558 (600x800)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_0558 (600x800)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0Np73_r4nyfPuLt1-hHRWzI9q2lKyzR4880RPdbhezgBw28h7W0hLG0VA111xtP_cf5y3TnuTU9qVyZmldIgiHdcJKkKsgdE_sgb36VIR7D1wrhpoEObF3g7I46frBzKrRQ_8xgJurLs/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh490BtSWNAWgRLL4agEOuEkRCvM1ZM63TO6pDWPQrBW2wfSEAhE7bpFq5ykV2E-_mMdlB4Q3-7mjt4-NDNcgGKa6ks3qeLzpA9Z2cz6lelVAFR_Z4OaUv8iZ8IDtpGuhT6-MBwx1pAXiM/s1600-h/IMG_0565+%2528600x800%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="184" height="244" title="IMG_0565 (600x800)" style="display: inline; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_0565 (600x800)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD_PCsXtp4RMbdaVuNk7Smp_4pb_Gpig8GxTJ6VoM6_ps2m5dmmFKY6anEJhc0N1BL06GL9UJiBsj7es9nNprzdoH5WY94BXvUafXZeyXbdOveW8co7YkwlaR6IAVd28HrhW241yl3ofc/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>D ordered the Stone Mikhail’s Odd $7.50 which was also really good. </p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3XzD71HJJQssJPFGA-CRv81a8iB6FGz5gbJOVCuYI8endIT3zS6V1_S2sZGPFRVKPcbQjYN4evrCE_mMJ43dPX36O65iIsAsbwi0M4He-XT0FK7Jx7me028x27AGmFvj_3leshDGlu0A/s1600-h/IMG_0557+%2528600x800%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="184" height="244" title="IMG_0557 (600x800)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_0557 (600x800)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiGmCoarupCG8FtemFqnN4YU3-y-jN6QyCbMD90RAIxUxR6sTnpMUVlEFnQlBiAWZObLI0KqEh720uIJJ-P2JVxMgoMf2vvuLZS5XhV14HyvjzJs37EkjdXqu7C272VDsrKQAbyYJ9vY8/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>The food does take a while to come out, so I advise bringing a small game like Left, Right, Center. </p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUPcM95PjoBZD9c-hQdFDjV9AML2gk7IUJN14ODE_hsz0WeCiBpG1byR_wUXZ5LO9xQs5srz5kzMBwg26GUChUu6WeaeaIJqP3YjMfjHZdjYpMIsQjdBypVe3hm9OQF7b0cw-VyAgoNE4/s1600-h/IMG_0568+%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_0568 (800x600)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_0568 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjocgGzW2toBgZMOblge2YFhSs6Zr_ZLG_aE8Tt-YGbeDkxBXZTOR5F92U1iSbjTvqmGLOf89BISiZx4DaFAvp_P7FQJOm42UjtWMBX7cApumJCqIbiA-FYQ1GUZ1kmnvpSzy8COm7xlVk/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>For the food D ordered the Bratwurst $8 (comes with sauerkraut and whole grain mustard on a kolache bun) They’re sausages are all house made and really good!</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV0-aZe9WurKHO9CW-sPv4JvX02AF3xD7KUYsJV3vLTcEPS0l1bqWig-dtDT_rZXPKkXoRMZiHyUevvoiR27IANzIiSRX-JIop8BknkOloKGLEiegAgALCQNaaC42wuvysVxxXFyerQwk/s1600-h/IMG_0570+%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_0570 (800x600)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_0570 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKqfe4FmvkadA5f-O4TRMWOTDu482aFQXM-LIxWpMRz3xV4ZgmnlKw0PLplfpR_24iM7_4GxTB8hRHSOJL5LGYuQRRsurOdnoDM-gx3nFUrMXuW7YweR9vOo8G2E4mMzyZbp1YBW0Qx7U/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>I ordered the Banger’s Benny $13 (Braised pork belly, poached egg, and hollandaise sauce on an English muffin, topped with chipotle-dusted shoestring potatoes.) Highly recommend it’s so good!</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaXwb9oezHN7Prcrc4qQX7gOmMRVs9nu0JO2mYZmg6BwYoSQajOpjTtO4jmK9FjZ_L-U2nofXMqgq3G4qe-AXOBKX04GAtJD5qL0e64VbHx_ul2oYhJ1s66B66XPz3H5BnMLCT9WPiWV4/s1600-h/IMG_0571+%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img width="244" height="184" title="IMG_0571 (800x600)" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; float: none; display: block; background-image: none;" alt="IMG_0571 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD0xS0rP5Ia_gmDAU-xPVyWIUaUr26CjlIH4gYTGMYIQ4cYs7aZwLsGO73-91h9G5b4vpK8BThyphenhyphen3J6ROeZDFABihBo0SAi7mTBIlqiR6WeYcu9d4Ft41A23hXhQexI_JJ5tJFjbglmTik/?imgmax=800" border="0"></a></p><p>If in Austin this is a must stop! Highly recommend this place and would love to visit again to try some other dishes!!</p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-55608675833845043972017-05-09T21:18:00.000-07:002017-05-18T11:19:10.864-07:00Longhorn Steakhouse Steak Master Series<a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-N5kqHvuzs_4/WR3lUWM6ipI/AAAAAAAA09s/713VQAGIDPYpA5yNsCAWBURzjAFr-HKfQCHM/s1600-h/IMG_6472-600x8003"><img title="IMG_6472 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; display: block; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_6472 (600x800)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6OgcPSHPaztaVU9cMTyzB-7r-oKXaKPA0NrOJYHqGl06SdyjYSB-glt5RwOF2oyltAZ0PFdb3i0cKFkJzhyphenhyphen3F5C3uqdJ6hg38F59cf6-a7U0wRn6YmVS0tbFGm8yhF1Lp7JhXFEgCl-c/?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a> <p>This is the second year Longhorn has put together the Steak Master Series contest, challenging all of their chefs from the kitchen with a series of test to pass in order to advance to the next round. I was lucky enough to attend the semi-final round for our region and boy let me tell you. These guys know their stuff! </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yoQoNghvfIY/WR3lVtS5Z0I/AAAAAAAA090/p0i31W_d0egZXpur1njJvbtnlpaqs7faACHM/s1600-h/IMG_6474%2B%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6474 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6474 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-uiCxblgZkNc/WR3lWYqJcWI/AAAAAAAA094/dCmFKg2zsek1jwauQSPHlnH-FRQm6rtvwCHM/IMG_6474%2B%2528800x600%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I really loved all of the details of this event. What was even more awesome was seeing these guys in their element in action at the grill. Each of them had a special spark, humble and you could tell they do what they love!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguhY_wBFH-tQXMjtBrDAMnk9pjqQlvga42b4ziUkECW9jRD7njnzK1Fk82Oggorq8wArey7Y7XVYHPgv5Vg6jey8KTKFzDUswoFngg5UQdoogW2k4uIeqWvISs9Hqd5ZFQ3OoAISB_8cc/s1600-h/IMG_6482+%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6482 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6482 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cYiQaY_BUBA/WR3lXW2CY6I/AAAAAAAA0-A/MveMq3i9R5cQUMAeL95wNDC2LUv8dCcVwCHM/IMG_6482%2B%2528800x600%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-96ivh3M1zr0/WR3lX9AhcXI/AAAAAAAA0-E/krN-u2rlcM4G3diVfTzmvWOyjakOQDUowCHM/s1600-h/IMG_6496%2B%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6496 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; 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border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6503 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Kgvv6eas_HA/WR3lcnjG6LI/AAAAAAAA0-o/BZZJ5gj8j2YjidDTf5z51NTJnklARn5ugCHM/IMG_6503%2B%2528800x600%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-phMrrSLAf4c/WR3ldJkHohI/AAAAAAAA0-s/8oAxyVE6xaEpRPq6VTn8oUYlY8v9RlJEACHM/s1600-h/IMG_6475%2B%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6475 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6475 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PWngiKWe0MQ/WR3ldpYhkbI/AAAAAAAA0-w/RN49uVqiR9s5rZqcybmQLXOSltOdplRJACHM/IMG_6475%2B%2528800x600%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VYO6iPKB8i8/WR3leGVr8SI/AAAAAAAA0-0/xAzVAjc97JUxW8iGtmACEuVmsWdLFO3wACHM/s1600-h/IMG_6477%2B%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6477 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6477 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QM1UMQmoWhk/WR3letwQBEI/AAAAAAAA0-4/aPOV0H47UDAYHsnSb1Fvc8ivE804zjrtwCHM/IMG_6477%2B%2528800x600%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>One thing Longhorn Steakhouse has perfected is consistency! Every time I have visited and different locations, they really do perfect what they do and make sure you have the same flavor at each location. I fell in love with the fried okra today and their steakhouse mac and cheese has a nice creaminess to it along with bacon that makes everything better. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EQJkxVqKyss/WR3lfPErP1I/AAAAAAAA0-8/Jec-Vc_vSZgABDtfZPP6WzscUEPjnB4ngCHM/s1600-h/IMG_6499%2B%2528800x600%2529%255B7%255D"><img title="IMG_6499 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6499 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qgGTl9udsLY/WR3lfzvvzJI/AAAAAAAA0_A/NLkq1ffy3hwjOimzLPSwp113pJwKLYAhACHM/IMG_6499%2B%2528800x600%2529_thumb%255B1%255D?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>After we sampled the steak and sides it was time to get to business and learn who would be moving on to National Finals later in June. (Michael Coates, Mauricio Salazar, Darius Jones)</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-i6wQC-j2otc/WR3lgeZyvlI/AAAAAAAA0_E/86YTvTA8qqQ-MVfUEBg3gsqv0rVHPA0dQCHM/s1600-h/IMG_6512%2B%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6512 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6512 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hnpTS0okFvA/WR3lg4Q816I/AAAAAAAA0_I/Ru2UU4eu6IQsg0aDAp6M-CKi245trFeEgCHM/IMG_6512%2B%2528800x600%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-w0_DGyaIaAo/WR3lhVM6bJI/AAAAAAAA0_M/CuwFqS72QmsMe23KazJmHzd3VE5VQWoJgCHM/s1600-h/IMG_6515%2B%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6515 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6515 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/---ZZyRCM1p0/WR3liPfA0MI/AAAAAAAA0_Q/I6g-Zl3u32gEUXu65pGp88VNjBeGPijrwCHM/IMG_6515%2B%2528800x600%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>3<sup>rd</sup> Place: Mauricio Salazar, Houston, TX</p> <p><u></u><u><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_jz_G5nmBew/WR3liqz8AVI/AAAAAAAA0_U/-q1eCT_bGfwR4-itE01343yQrhvJdc3JwCHM/s1600-h/IMG_6520%2B%2528800x450%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6520 (800x450)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6520 (800x450)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ufDmKAdDogg/WR3ljCMfl5I/AAAAAAAA0_Y/vZElNLC5tskMSYiU6HX3sLy2p6NNY9KRQCHM/IMG_6520%2B%2528800x450%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="244" height="139"></a></u></p> <p>2<sup>nd</sup> Place: Darius Jones, Fort Smith, AR</p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaG6yrnc8OZoGq4Qzb_KGBu-YW-5E1785l4KImTHyy0jMmUdzQJTL2K62-kAUCPk6t1d8n6VmWVgddn3YSl-o1JIXSexc-hnmnLPrytWZn4IZYHKoIeO9IUYoaeNqzbEm6k6i71vVB2yY/s1600-h/IMG_6525+%2528800x450%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6525 (800x450)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6525 (800x450)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-33RMKnuCK_8/WR3lkfgG7GI/AAAAAAAA0_g/TCa8m78jMpM0ZqWbaBm3eT0SG5hPWb_2ACHM/IMG_6525%2B%2528800x450%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="244" height="139"></a></p> <p>Champion: Michael Coates, Denver, CO<u></u><u></u></p> <p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-amdrVchAUUs/WR3lk2_f7ZI/AAAAAAAA0_k/AtdLlMKX2KUX2HHOwiDQN8zf-RYMR5KggCHM/s1600-h/IMG_6530%2B%2528800x450%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6530 (800x450)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6530 (800x450)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kOWZardIxdo/WR3llSBuWMI/AAAAAAAA0_o/M36yZCJHBv4LHtM503ze0k1WwvJ6tlfXQCHM/IMG_6530%2B%2528800x450%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="244" height="139"></a></p> <p>I’m sad our local boy didn’t win, but I’m proud to have Michael represent us in the West! Congrats to all the entries this year! Be sure to swing by your local <a href="http://www.longhornsteakhouse.com/home" target="_blank">Longhorn Steakhouse</a> and taste their amazing steaks grilled to perfection!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-njgWCOQ8kcI/WR3ll4lOEKI/AAAAAAAA0_s/CvdtQjKXQCYWVPSTpl02f41M4akbIef3ACHM/s1600-h/IMG_6519%2B%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6519 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6519 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mlveqaOx-cA/WR3lmlavrLI/AAAAAAAA0_w/0u_W1K-odmgbOYrJJEfK8LefpUCy0Er8QCHM/IMG_6519%2B%2528800x600%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nwvTQxhXk7o/WR3lnFdOk0I/AAAAAAAA0_0/cT3rmwhETYMfWra-U1QSkzFGeAh73W11ACHM/s1600-h/IMG_6481%2B%2528800x600%2529%255B3%255D"><img title="IMG_6481 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6481 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Knj5DMhWjrk/WR3lnl6oj-I/AAAAAAAA0_4/_0sgkl29pWU9z8f3mbHsOzdfbbOG__fJQCHM/IMG_6481%2B%2528800x600%2529_thumb?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Also, be sure to sign up on their website and enjoy a free appetizer sent to your inbox!</p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-85765862256601451442017-01-07T20:50:00.000-08:002017-04-21T13:09:51.101-07:00Glass Wall<a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-i7MfiYO9-JQ/WPpm6HpJ2gI/AAAAAAAA0nQ/e0jBwNNryew/s1600-h/IMG_9818%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9818 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_9818 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ZEhwr94klwk/WPpm6pl7KGI/AAAAAAAA0nU/Q7pmzBZJzIQ/IMG_9818%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <p>Glass Wall has caught my eye on the Houston Restaurant Week menu, but we never got a chance to try them out. We finally just decided lets just go on a date night. After dinner we decided we’ll be back for sure! </p> <p>The inside is nice and trendy. They had a few floor heaters going since it was a cold night. We had to slip our jacket on a couple of times because it seemed the cold air was seeping through. </p> <p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HtDGpqqk5LM/WPpm7Ev1J6I/AAAAAAAA0nY/QgneEJeMnG8/s1600-h/IMG_9816%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9816 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9816 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QEMwowqYPq4/WPpm7lGY90I/AAAAAAAA0nc/1_TYTA5dtqw/IMG_9816%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh39oQwXp4C5ht8TWO220vxrIw2nSvYzZaVSL0eBaQLdA2TNCQW0e3S86zMep-okWS1q4biYok-N08sXGDP85UuI0PBkUBeasgetH7gJRRUH7IEK5uavvEZ51IvisZnuPBqczzUHZCGhgQ/s1600-h/IMG_9800%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9800 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9800 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Ug1-m6E-uK0/WPpm8gNlXPI/AAAAAAAA0nk/bUTGVqbN_is/IMG_9800%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DEH3wlUoz3M/WPpm9Hn8CXI/AAAAAAAA0no/gG5xvTVPDCY/s1600-h/IMG_9802%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9802 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9802 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VQ1zxu2Xt-s/WPpm9nDHKAI/AAAAAAAA0ns/x9-vmrjZm6c/IMG_9802%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-zrsG6l26bQE/WPpm-CyzZYI/AAAAAAAA0nw/ckQrmypcQdU/s1600-h/IMG_9804%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9804 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9804 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EzxQ-dGJ4T4/WPpm-hvCYYI/AAAAAAAA0n0/VyN0Orre2QA/IMG_9804%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We started out with the Hamachi Poke Tacos $15 (avocado, ginger, wasabi, ponzu). D said he wouldn’t order again, but I liked them. Not at the price point but they where filling. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5r9wmdo83Nw/WPpm_MxNjtI/AAAAAAAA0n4/4P2bzrl-oGI/s1600-h/IMG_9806%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9806 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9806 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1bwyOaGKkzs/WPpm_mHivfI/AAAAAAAA0n8/ull3LcuKYQo/IMG_9806%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We also got a flavored butter and nice soft fluffy house made bread while we waited.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-SRoK3P7g3FI/WPpnAVdRHFI/AAAAAAAA0oA/cUDgymcLJqk/s1600-h/IMG_9807%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9807 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9807 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q5u2Pbil2-s/WPpnA9OzwDI/AAAAAAAA0oE/lAUobxVcWYU/IMG_9807%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I ordered the Hereford Beef Tenderloin $34 (spinach/bone marrow mashers, cabernet demi glaze). This dish was wonderful! I thought the mashers should have had a little more of the bone marrow flavor, but they where really light and perfectly whipped. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J9o_jy5QMCQ/WPpnBNnr1nI/AAAAAAAA0oI/8rmy6bSs3mI/s1600-h/IMG_9809%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9809 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9809 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QkoRLXoAMEU/WPpnBjy60fI/AAAAAAAA0oM/WzEceSgBXnk/IMG_9809%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>D ordered the Coffee Crusted Pork Chop $28 (hericot vert/sweet potato mash, espresso demi jus). He said he should have gone with his gut and picked something else. The saving grace of this dish was the sauce. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qqJsiDm2MbQ/WPpnCNV_CXI/AAAAAAAA0oQ/abR4_QAdAAs/s1600-h/IMG_9811%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9811 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9811 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-A5yaqimc7LA/WPpnCvcL8CI/AAAAAAAA0oU/hrtzEbKAjxo/IMG_9811%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Finally for dessert we shared the Espresso Cheesecake $9 (Espresso Chocolate Sauce, Cinnamon Whipped Cream). O…M….G is this good! I found a similar recipe on Pinterest I can’t wait to try. It’s so good and the cinnamon whipped cream makes it!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7JhMtgcsNgE/WPpnDNnREbI/AAAAAAAA0oY/yZ17G11hs2A/s1600-h/IMG_9814%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9814 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9814 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguxlnoCWZhyFyb3rslM2xpf6I6zH5BNguPQ0TgXdsCMkv36O87FU3J8Vez6MqRl94d8XwO1GJr6eRqSCzEqrzgA40Ag2QLaRxK-WQpbkLPJO1sS73QwdQxzUXa9c_Muj6gDOxtBigcJHs/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-10951940514931365202017-01-01T19:00:00.000-08:002017-01-02T13:51:57.127-08:00Smith & Wollensky<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-H0ZOWKHQlMI/WGrLRnYfOKI/AAAAAAAAzZg/ShrHtn_E69Q/s1600-h/IMG_9537%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9537 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_9537 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-aGMlokKnB6w/WGrLRxq27hI/AAAAAAAAzZk/MdvhAnHGyjU/IMG_9537%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We decided to head out to dinner New Year’s Day with friends that had never been to <a href="http://www.smithandwollensky.com/">Smith & Wollensky</a>. Honestly it’s been years since we had been to this location, mostly because we don’t live in town anymore, but never the less we really need to make more of an effort to come since the food is amazingly good!</p> <p>Get your comfy pants on because I’m about to make you hungry looking at all the food pics from dinner!</p> <p>We started out with an Old Fashion $15 and Manhattan $16. Personally I’m more of a Manhattan fan, but both drinks where well made. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Fj3Dm0tdbbU/WGrLSn9MeDI/AAAAAAAAzZo/xsQEOs43LCc/s1600-h/IMG_9539%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9539 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9539 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-zDqdq46a2l0/WGrLTMe8aRI/AAAAAAAAzZs/b8TtSOeowfY/IMG_9539%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mv8SHzx-N5E/WGrLTXWMzkI/AAAAAAAAzZw/V_ewWJo7jpg/s1600-h/IMG_9540%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9540 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9540 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7gd6yraH3wk/WGrLT63RKwI/AAAAAAAAzZ0/rxDVB7gjF4A/IMG_9540%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>While we looked over the menu, the waiter brought out some rosemary rolls which are hot out of the oven melt in your mouth good. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xigbzagKox8/WGrLUTo_71I/AAAAAAAAzZ4/gH7GLdYPUuk/s1600-h/IMG_9538%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9538 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9538 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-L139ebkuIQw/WGrLU2ZlfFI/AAAAAAAAzZ8/K_pTx4GFiX0/IMG_9538%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>For appetizers we settled on Beef Bacon $15 (house cured and smoked, bleu cheese dip), Soup of the day $7 (French Onion Soup) and Angry Shrimp $19 (crispy battered shrimp, spicy lobster butter sauce). The bacon was wonderful, I mean it’s bacon how can you go wrong with that? I really liked that it was paired with some creamy blue cheese dip. I may steal this idea for my next cocktail party. The onion soup I literally almost licked the bowl. it was thick and caramelized and so full of flavor, I couldn’t get enough! The angry shrimp, while tasty, I would recommend ordering something else. I do not think this was worth the $19 they charged. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hxkKAczz2to/WGrLVCreTYI/AAAAAAAAzaA/dT8z-CjJQQU/s1600-h/IMG_9549%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9549 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9549 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-V--ELVrRxFU/WGrLVo4IYRI/AAAAAAAAzaE/eUTD5i7pa-s/IMG_9549%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Jdgqti5OOSo/WGrLVzGsE3I/AAAAAAAAzaI/L4tDPcKNMgE/s1600-h/IMG_9548%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9548 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9548 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tgdm6Eruynw/WGrLWbu_WUI/AAAAAAAAzaM/2eyw7qCXcy0/IMG_9548%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-U74xwCK3MQE/WGrLWlCvcMI/AAAAAAAAzaQ/3JqHcL_-l_c/s1600-h/IMG_9550%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9550 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9550 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-n8YEloeletY/WGrLXC9GSHI/AAAAAAAAzaU/Q9sPFjM4uwk/IMG_9550%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We all ordered some type of steak. The guys each got a Signature USDA Prime Dry-Aged Bone-In 24oz. Rib Eye (simply charbroiled) $65. Both cooked perfectly to order and melt in our mouth good with the added flavor from the bone. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-G9kIUhTmuRg/WGrLXZQAYdI/AAAAAAAAzaY/q_I8NPnPdOc/s1600-h/IMG_9554%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9554 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9554 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xNKFyogaekI/WGrLX88F4RI/AAAAAAAAzac/2T55T_elkFg/IMG_9554%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Black Angus Bone-In 16oz Filet $63.00 plus I got the Oscar Style enhancement for $10. Wow was this worth it. The bone adds so much flavor and I just loved the large lump crab in the their Oscar sauce. The sauce itself is so silky smooth you won’t be disappointed. <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wPoTmnJpGUU/WGrLYVpo_QI/AAAAAAAAzag/7SD1RqZQIqU/s1600-h/IMG_9552%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9552 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9552 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KuW69KXhyK4/WGrLYhfA06I/AAAAAAAAzak/yVOYWrEHZeA/IMG_9552%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2czb-3RfPZo/WGrLZGV9tYI/AAAAAAAAzao/J-Txb5dE2kM/s1600-h/IMG_9558%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9558 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9558 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rXlJSoKTC2Y/WGrLZvQfJUI/AAAAAAAAzas/0e1kgRUMatI/IMG_9558%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Our friend got the 10oz. Black Angus Filet Mignon $48. Also cooked perfectly. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-L08Y8ylZ3YM/WGrLZ-HsXLI/AAAAAAAAzaw/r7VNk81OUTY/s1600-h/IMG_9555%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9555 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9555 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nNcHpnJbGsk/WGrLae0oPDI/AAAAAAAAza0/38RG6VRQdCs/IMG_9555%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We ended up getting 3 sides to share. A Truffled Mac and Cheese $12, Szechuan Green Beans $11 and a :Loaded Baked Potato $10. All sides are a wonderful option and easily enough to share with the 4 of us. We did have a complaint that the bacon on the baked potato was a little on the fatty side which made it more chewy. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EArz6tRDifk/WGrLa1RCDYI/AAAAAAAAza4/x80xSIsacy8/s1600-h/IMG_9553%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9553 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9553 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-t0Eql6k_4N0/WGrLbKeJ9bI/AAAAAAAAza8/YItaSeIjEV0/IMG_9553%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KNXquF_BESI/WGrLbnzJWxI/AAAAAAAAzbA/T-l-qcyNY6A/s1600-h/IMG_9556%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9556 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9556 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dn3WG3XKgY0/WGrLcBYhYpI/AAAAAAAAzbE/9dGVIlJpHDg/IMG_9556%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DOE2fjur_Yk/WGrLcb4iqmI/AAAAAAAAzbI/sz3UA2FfELg/s1600-h/IMG_9557%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9557 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9557 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-k9tpsR-F5Ms/WGrLcycnAWI/AAAAAAAAzbM/BCMR6ho-PwI/IMG_9557%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>As if we where not full enough we had to get 2 desserts to share and take home. They come out with largest slices of cake. Totally worth the $10 a slice! The gigantic chocolate cake is rich without being suck your mouth dry and the coconut cake is just heaven! Highly recommend both!!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UqTp_yFrxaA/WGrLdqziJ6I/AAAAAAAAzbQ/Pu11Y2_1qug/s1600-h/IMG_9561%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9561 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9561 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Wdfp9yBsFx0/WGrLeLeHMlI/AAAAAAAAzbU/v93-0KX03Q4/IMG_9561%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwGdYRbW1Gu_HIo0w8E3011yZbH3eSVuvV5JCyf4MHnXwPnx_I-kcFYGIgmz_bUDNTLRZlvZj4_bCxWa8pM3kikStx_ZkX2AIwGECFlzGqapOZ1Mf9GoY1EcoIsG7n1C_Vfw0JuyrDh2E/s1600-h/IMG_9560%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9560 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9560 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Ks6ln88GOlQ/WGrLe7CfxoI/AAAAAAAAzbc/OelOW4mff9g/IMG_9560%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We told them we where celebrating an anniversary and they gave us $10 off our meal, which I thought was a really nice touch. The service is top notch as well as the food being spot on. It holds a place in my heart for being one of those memorable steak places we would love to revisit. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-37981987230538695552016-12-23T16:00:00.000-08:002017-01-02T14:15:54.554-08:00State Fare Kitchen and Bar<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nD2GsOL2-J0/WGrQ8JgFWMI/AAAAAAAAzbw/u1FacqoOWgg/s1600-h/IMG_8876%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8876 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_8876 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8Mi1yHKB10c/WGrQ8hmi10I/AAAAAAAAzb0/0_U2xblDxaU/IMG_8876%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>We heading in town to meet friends for dinner at the <a href="http://www.statefaretx.com/">State Fare Kitchen and Bar</a>. They had been several times before and raved about this place, and I had also read some good reviews on the place. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0fCEOycaP4I/WGrQ9DHrjmI/AAAAAAAAzb4/w7PgB6mCspg/s1600-h/IMG_8877%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8877 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8877 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-W7_E0FPDDQ4/WGrQ9UsJlOI/AAAAAAAAzb8/8sv7Jblj3pY/IMG_8877%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>The inside is trendy and modern with a nice clean feel to it. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-OixtH7IaiBc/WGrQ96a9B8I/AAAAAAAAzcA/vQKSOK7scSc/s1600-h/IMG_8878%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8878 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8878 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-uttSguCwbmM/WGrQ-chG2gI/AAAAAAAAzcE/R49FhUEZ8iA/IMG_8878%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yLGHYkffjzo/WGrQ-_MTpmI/AAAAAAAAzcI/vXRJyBmfk-8/s1600-h/IMG_8894%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8894 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8894 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qp64L3dgu58/WGrQ_Nt3njI/AAAAAAAAzcM/0kW6SiHpRq4/IMG_8894%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We ordered some appetizers for the table to share. Crabmeat and Creamed Corn Hushpuppies (5) with Creole Remoulade $9. These little bites where amazing good with lots of good flavor packed in. The sauce was nicely balanced and complimented the balls. I just wish you got more with the order. Queso Balnco with Green chilies and Warm Tortilla Chips $9. Ehh this was ok. The queso was a little loose and the salsa they also served with it wasn’t that great. Onion Rings with Lee’s Burger Sauce $7. No complaints with this one. The onions where cooked nicely through and the sauce was tasty. </p> <p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qpD25hAaPDw/WGrQ_v4Qt7I/AAAAAAAAzcQ/Hw4MHPWneaM/s1600-h/IMG_8880%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8880 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8880 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_Q0q7R0if8c/WGrQ_yQ57tI/AAAAAAAAzcU/WMXmTeXOl08/IMG_8880%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XmpMzX6PC-Y/WGrRATeqluI/AAAAAAAAzcY/gD9xkKCjXRE/s1600-h/IMG_8881%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8881 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8881 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rmjrf-gKMbo/WGrRA9WgrMI/AAAAAAAAzcc/7I46s6Ow0zU/IMG_8881%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VzYWM-Z0lNE/WGrRBAcprtI/AAAAAAAAzcg/tUpFDnUVqn8/s1600-h/IMG_8882%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8882 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8882 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6tCvfLX7egM/WGrRBqggZUI/AAAAAAAAzck/DdmWjGo7ahA/IMG_8882%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--2kjjfKVifY/WGrRB8cla1I/AAAAAAAAzco/SNLBpThqZBg/s1600-h/IMG_8887%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8887 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8887 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-OgQKX4AKIDE/WGrRCRK7iiI/AAAAAAAAzcs/ZlwHYetitb4/IMG_8887%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Hubby ordered the Mac Daddy $20 (short ribs & roasted shallots. The meat is really tender and the mac and cheese is creamy, BUT there is NO FLAVOR! I had asked the waiter to bring some sort of seasoning and they brought be Sriracha. The dish has major potential, but I’ve never had a whole dish taste so bland in my life! </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jyOv1kvAA_Y/WGrRC8-epJI/AAAAAAAAzcw/IU6UWgV4ZWA/s1600-h/IMG_8891%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8891 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8891 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fZ40j6pqYSc/WGrRDMi5nfI/AAAAAAAAzc0/ZcQm3E4BWS4/IMG_8891%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I ordered the Ahi Tuna Steak with crab fried rice, stir fried broccolini and jalapeno ponzu $32. Little overpriced to me, but a solid dish that tasted really good. Hubby said it’s a little on the salty side which I agree. I think they used a coarse salt on the brocollini which they didn’t use sparingly. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wVBAUqm7Ii4/WGrRDpGjpPI/AAAAAAAAzc4/RGpmOxblogE/s1600-h/IMG_8885%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8885 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8885 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8DemvCB39e0/WGrREKYIpLI/AAAAAAAAzc8/6sD-rbWxTv8/IMG_8885%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I had to take some pics of my friends Oaxancan Tortilla Soup with smoked chicken, rich broth, avocado, tortilla strips & cheese crema $8. I got to taste a bite and the flavor packed in the chicken is so good. The whole soup was amazing! </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-b1rJVwUmOuY/WGrRERIbuoI/AAAAAAAAzdA/oNeYn2VNT_Y/s1600-h/IMG_8888%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8888 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8888 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3YRhu788ilw/WGrRE1B9FWI/AAAAAAAAzdE/d3idYJXFys4/IMG_8888%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-eYJaZj-HHPc/WGrRFaD0X6I/AAAAAAAAzdI/9kSJxFCxBFw/s1600-h/IMG_8889%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8889 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8889 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cP_o9AbPkn0/WGrRFm3qMGI/AAAAAAAAzdM/rKv9lN-DyGc/IMG_8889%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-78MB1pZdhSY/WGrRGMAXyxI/AAAAAAAAzdQ/f3AWhYY9row/s1600-h/IMG_8890%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8890 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8890 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDPhD1-EQqkv7MIwI-zNu-TYp0Sx9ljLAUx-FOc4mwA-Tw_-zC3wPAkQ2cx6_h4XVXx60dksFIIlewZ-2M_HnAIrQjEpD4_pQNwOggK9fJONQdbkkv-MuPY49LcGRWFEItHtMctiaDfPs/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I think I would come back one more time to give it another try, but I’m really not itching to go. Their beer selection is fantastic and they also have a good variety on their menu so maybe we just got the wrong things.It seems they still have some balancing out to do when it comes to their dishes.</p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-5828407585753120802016-12-18T16:00:00.000-08:002017-01-02T15:10:54.206-08:00Restless Palate<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QPYrknPE1Zo/WGrd5QO4GUI/AAAAAAAAzdo/IRWV6a72U6g/s1600-h/IMG_8658%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8658 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_8658 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YLuh52nO8bE/WGrd5-r6KCI/AAAAAAAAzds/Rs_J05B1t9c/IMG_8658%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>I’ve been hearing a lot of good things food wise at <a href="http://www.rpfresh.com/">Restless Palate</a>. I honestly can’t wait to go back and try some of their other dishes after our wonderful lunch today. I will say the prices are a little high, but understandably so due to the rent in the location they are at. </p> <p>The inside was not what I expected. I visioned a rustic country feel, but to my surprise it was bright and modern. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RtXprVcOeoM/WGrd6WLoRrI/AAAAAAAAzdw/z-IlbdsvLb4/s1600-h/IMG_8659%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8659 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8659 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-I0E-sFuDQuE/WGrd6sBuDyI/AAAAAAAAzd0/lBkO75PZnlc/IMG_8659%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QShB_nGP0R4/WGrd7FtWAMI/AAAAAAAAzd4/yH22xAJmjCA/s1600-h/IMG_8663%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8663 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8663 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_T_z0hNWNoU/WGrd7o1YDJI/AAAAAAAAzd8/rX5XvKD0uU8/IMG_8663%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We started out with an order of White Cheddar Cheese Curds $10.99 (oregano marinated, spinach garden sauce). Very tasty starter which I recommend trying. The sauce was really good rather than having a marinara or ranch. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UA7k7-YTF24/WGrd77sW9nI/AAAAAAAAzeA/HvqfwyONmBc/s1600-h/IMG_8665%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8665 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8665 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pvr-m1uTsrs/WGrd8e15bzI/AAAAAAAAzeE/6PKMB0m36hg/IMG_8665%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>For my son we ordered a pizza from their kids menu which comes with a drink. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pBEp-sCOqck/WGrd8mKDsLI/AAAAAAAAzeI/yIvYImvh2Ic/s1600-h/IMG_8664%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8664 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8664 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jRD2gH-D1ME/WGrd9G-lTRI/AAAAAAAAzeM/kC_ja2TF7V8/IMG_8664%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>D ordered The RP Burger $13.99 (8oz choice short rib & ground chuck patty, blue cheese, caramelized onions, toasted kaiser roll). This burger is messy, but good. He said it’s not the best burger he’s ever had. Although it’s not like he wouldn’t order it again. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KNSVKAu3G1U/WGrd9YAjkyI/AAAAAAAAzeQ/0M5anGlLzcU/s1600-h/IMG_8666%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8666 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8666 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWZTDwVe3tnB7TyALKYUga4BaAvyUol65OWVcKOH0hNxkdEih0bDDcyAt785VqGSTzkUGAW_JbiC1HTEZbEnyL6sfx30xHEWv1noyYyiJW1_Krz2dm01rweRMiuXmzgnUs9iijMs4kjjo/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I went with the Asiago Baked Chicken $17.99 (chicken breast stuffed with asiago cheese and spinach, bread crumbs, mushroom cream lemon butter, vegetable medley). This dish came out piping hot, but once it cooled it was so yummy! The veggies where also cooked nicely instead of being like most restaurants and barely cooked at all. The sauce was out of this world good and I’m so glad they chose to plate this in a bowl instead of a plate. The flavors all paired well together. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ueq8bEitMQc/WGrd-a4tWtI/AAAAAAAAzeY/ZDqWzIB1yQg/s1600-h/IMG_8668%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8668 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8668 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LhBfmBk2cwg/WGrd-jtyVwI/AAAAAAAAzec/fjV1rx6g5vI/IMG_8668%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YqDVyXU4Z7Q/WGrd_CszOuI/AAAAAAAAzeg/VrJPZsQndGU/s1600-h/IMG_8669%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8669 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8669 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ib3wtzHTOkw/WGrd_VO04qI/AAAAAAAAzek/iv-L2HE3exU/IMG_8669%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I look forward to coming back and trying some of their other dishes. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-14695331540835930322016-10-07T17:26:00.000-07:002016-10-07T17:40:26.898-07:00Bonchon<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QZ8IT_Wwv70/V_hAXDVy2dI/AAAAAAAAyrY/GmOdNPqlrCM/s1600-h/IMG_4003%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4003 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_4003 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dhGpFS1i474/V_hAXqk6owI/AAAAAAAAyrc/Y9kDrN-EIbs/IMG_4003%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>For our Friday playdates I’m happy to have a friend that loves to try new places and also let our kids play. Today we checked out <a href="http://katytx.bonchon.com/">Bonchon</a>. As you walk in I love the vibrant red, black and silver colors. They really stand out and make it look modern and clean. </p> <p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4ORBRDjWjhI/V_hAYCuldGI/AAAAAAAAyrg/xNZLrx7X-Oo/s1600-h/IMG_4006%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4006 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4006 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rtK-Ti-m2Kc/V_hAYX2zIhI/AAAAAAAAyrk/lUlIFGARwSc/IMG_4006%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a> <a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nFJA_rwNTjw/V_hAY0sU6NI/AAAAAAAAyro/7bFx_O501hM/s1600-h/IMG_4005%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4005 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4005 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-88pug2AEWQw/V_hAZEUT2KI/AAAAAAAAyrs/6wqQ1JbeabQ/IMG_4005%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>There’s a full bar so you can have cocktails, beer and wine. We where promptly greeted by our waiter and I have to give him credit for dealing with our crew. He got down on the kids levels and chatted with them and made sure they where comfortable and taken care of. Service was quick even though we where the first ones in the space quickly filled with business men on lunch break. </p> <p>For the kids we ordered <strong>POPCORN CHICKEN</strong> $9.95 (Juicy chicken bites, marinated and breaded in panko bread crumbs for the perfect crunch. Drizzled with honey and molasses and served with our house made kimchi mayo for dipping.) They where able to send the sauces on the side for the mommas to try and the kids gobbled up the chicken. My only complaint was with them using panko coating it got easily overcooked and was a little burnt. Not enough to taste, but just for looks. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vt0oEmy7s1k/V_hAZlGdNtI/AAAAAAAAyrw/VhXyX68Jykg/s1600-h/IMG_4011%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4011 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4011 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XV7c-0CdkqI/V_hAZ8RhDeI/AAAAAAAAyr0/C6-aF_9wTSo/IMG_4011%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I ordered ordered the Small (10 pcs) wings $11.95 with choice of sauce (Soy Garlic / Spicy / Half & Half) I went went half and half. The soy garlic sauce has a nice sweet flavor to it without being overly sweet. The spicy was spicy, but in a sneak up on you subtle spice. I would love one spicy with a little less heat, but I would totally order it again. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wkazqZ3Yt1o/V_hAaUMRYHI/AAAAAAAAyr4/XEhpjhI8sac/s1600-h/IMG_4016%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4016 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4016 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-u6ph06GBhgs/V_hAaqli9vI/AAAAAAAAyr8/gDBsc2ZIcf8/IMG_4016%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pksxTP1eyBI/V_hAbKXuGjI/AAAAAAAAysA/mAAkn8gbyx8/s1600-h/IMG_4014%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4014 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4014 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Ewx0OCUfFh0/V_hAbreO0YI/AAAAAAAAysE/27Bg6fm_sg0/IMG_4014%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yWrW0cWUo98/V_hAb_zqPyI/AAAAAAAAysI/Mgum6RYw_UY/s1600-h/IMG_4015%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4015 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4015 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QSdHs9CNaSw/V_hAcV0jg-I/AAAAAAAAysM/1qGR9RKKdXY/IMG_4015%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p align="left">My friend ordered the Medium (20 pcs) wings $21.95 with 5 soy garlic and the rest naked. She’s what I like to call an expert on wings and raved about them. The side of pickled daikon radish is really yummy. It cools down the spice and is a perfect palate cleanser. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kCIx0e8asik/V_hAcpNQUDI/AAAAAAAAysQ/GyG0UYhP8Ns/s1600-h/IMG_4017%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4017 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4017 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_QNYX4Ehzic/V_hAcyQ6YGI/AAAAAAAAysU/7LDwNGYfRpY/IMG_4017%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Next time when the weather is cooler we’ll hang out outside so the kids can move around more.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-TeFbCuZkK4w/V_hAdfq62gI/AAAAAAAAysY/WS7yynSPSdU/s1600-h/IMG_4021%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4021 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4021 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xtnKZ8NXqkA/V_hAdyRxE_I/AAAAAAAAysc/8CfHBne-WJw/IMG_4021%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Will I come back ABSOLUTELY! There’s lots to pick from on their menu more than just wings (it’s what we where craving today). I already can’t decided what I want to try next. You won’t be disappointed eating here. </p> <p align="center"> <a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XokhA9n5bHY/V_hAeOXtgvI/AAAAAAAAysg/KEjHy2qxgPc/s1600-h/IMG_4020%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4020 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4020 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IrxrN7Q4odg/V_hAej6Sh_I/AAAAAAAAysk/kJ22upeU1KQ/IMG_4020%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-50018396603409301772016-08-31T19:00:00.000-07:002016-09-24T13:25:39.027-07:00Brick & Mortar Kitchen<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qiQajxp8dlY/V-bhLWykgHI/AAAAAAAAyh4/n7-YSZEZW4I/s1600-h/IMG_2224%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2224 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_2224 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4J376e3yIJg/V-bhL1QfroI/AAAAAAAAyh8/tgux01zPy3U/IMG_2224%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>While shopping for some new couches at Gallery Furniture we stopped in <a href="http://www.brickandmortarkitchen.com/" target="_blank">Brick & Mortar Kitchen</a> to eat off their happy hour menu. We had eaten in their main dining room before, but the prices for the same items are almost twice as much! I don’t mind a smaller bar area to eat in for a quick meal. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-zCF0Ss5CrUU/V-bhMWsvStI/AAAAAAAAyiA/0KkOZ8mQquA/s1600-h/IMG_2231%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2231 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2231 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8suRhE4v9X4/V-bhMuFMl6I/AAAAAAAAyiE/2OCqwGT2fCA/IMG_2231%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We ordered a SAN MARZANO Pizza $6 ($12 on regular menu) (TOMATO MOZZARELLA, ROASTED GARLIC, BASIL) My son loved this pizza and it was big enough to take half of it home for leftovers. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nMSjak7ONqU/V-bhNA-ldrI/AAAAAAAAyiI/Pjdu8TyJNPI/s1600-h/IMG_2225%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2225 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2225 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9orADqGb5T0/V-bhNdt9SBI/AAAAAAAAyiM/TyXDeZYPesE/IMG_2225%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>CALAMARI $5 ($10 on regular menu) (SALT ROASTED FINGERLINGS, HARISSA, FRIED CHICKPEAS, LEMON AIOLI) This is always a good go to appetizer. The sauces where nicely done with a Cajun flair and a cooling lemon aioli. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1_obMMvtKjg/V-bhN9F7NII/AAAAAAAAyiQ/ifA04QG4ioU/s1600-h/IMG_2226%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2226 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2226 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-slSxKqFUTMU/V-bhOHY6wSI/AAAAAAAAyiU/e1iRXy0rhg8/IMG_2226%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>BMK BURGER $7.50 ($15 on regular menu) (TEXAS WHITE CHEDDAR, PICKLED ONION, BUTTER LETTUCE, GARLIC AIOLI, FRIES) Their burgers are HUGE. I took half of mine home to eat for lunch the next day. They also make their own ketchup which is really good. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-B_5OLS_0P8c/V-bhOmbTaYI/AAAAAAAAyiY/C2WTyfKgC9E/s1600-h/IMG_2227%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2227 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2227 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mXy3Bd7I4yo/V-bhO-75QdI/AAAAAAAAyic/nL_EYuXIIsg/IMG_2227%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ZKczEuVTdn4/V-bhPQLMywI/AAAAAAAAyig/dWh7ssAKxSo/s1600-h/IMG_2229%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2229 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2229 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-v1okOoxr8UE/V-bhP7c66SI/AAAAAAAAyik/fbsT4WCKPJQ/IMG_2229%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kwK-yoVDNrw/V-bhQWLWINI/AAAAAAAAyio/jYl1HkP92bU/s1600-h/IMG_2228%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2228 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2228 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8BTXtedP6uo/V-bhQhj5SPI/AAAAAAAAyis/Ownq6Nrd9vI/IMG_2228%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I suggest going to their happy hour time to eat. Click <a href="http://www.brickandmortarkitchen.com/pdf/HAPPY-HOUR.pdf" target="_blank">HERE</a> for the menu. As you can tell by the prices above it’ll save you a lot of money!</p> <p>EVERY DAY 4 – 7PM • BAR & LOUNGE AND PATIO<br>$3 OFF ALL WINES BY THE GLASS • $1 OFF ALL DRINKS</p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-81209477497626711572016-08-17T19:00:00.001-07:002016-08-28T18:01:33.300-07:00Masraff’s<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VeEVDFkbQ1g/V8OG1j7WgMI/AAAAAAAAyGE/NsTofcV7-Mo/s1600-h/IMG_1566%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1566" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_1566" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0Fb7u46hXNA/V8OG15gt6PI/AAAAAAAAyGI/IHD-f0PQB4Y/IMG_1566_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="164" height="244"></a></p> <p>We where last at <a href="http://www.masraffs.com/" target="_blank">Masraff’s</a> in 2012 (click <a href="http://txtravelingfoodie.blogspot.com/2012/08/masraffs.html" target="_blank">HERE</a> for post). It’s one of those places we always say wow that was an amazing dinner why has it been so long since we last visited? </p> <p>Since there was 4 of us we had a little more variety so I have extra pictures to share with you. We started out with the Garlic Seared Calamari ($17 on the menu) oyster mushrooms, shaved onion, cilantro sweet soy reduction. This is always one of our favorite items and I see why it’s been on the menu for so long it’s a winner! </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bIwRxkYLYJU/V8OG2Wji-aI/AAAAAAAAyGM/faFbYFGBsmw/s1600-h/IMG_1574%252520%252528753x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1574 (753x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1574 (753x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-oeE70ZuFqQM/V8OG22-DhzI/AAAAAAAAyGQ/hBgp63ehA0U/IMG_1574%252520%252528753x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="230" height="244"></a></p> <p>My brother in law and I both ordered the Summer Ahi Tuna Tartar (closest thing on the menu is the 3 ahi tuna tacos for $12). Served with mango relish and mango vinaigrette. Wow this dish is perfectly paired with the freshness of the fish and the brightness of the mango. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-k9RPRA5s7-U/V8OG3e1gcvI/AAAAAAAAyGU/TAuJdB8QijI/s1600-h/IMG_1573%252520%252528640x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1573 (640x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1573 (640x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Ouf0HekGkzo/V8OG30l495I/AAAAAAAAyGY/R5JyAUbjF0k/IMG_1573%252520%252528640x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="196" height="244"></a></p> <p>My sister in law ordered the Baby Spinach Salad $10 (creamed goat cheese, onion confit, roasted walnuts with apple cider garlic vinaigrette). I failed to get a picture of hers so I apologize. </p> <p>On the main course I ordered the Pan Roasted Alaskan Halibut $31 (wild mushroom risotto, buttered asparagus foie gras beurre blanc). I personally really liked this dish. The risotto was cooked perfectly and the sauce was just enough extra to have some on each bite. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-SZ3XFMRiNqA/V8OG4SKKKyI/AAAAAAAAyGc/Xh5wEjbi0Hs/s1600-h/IMG_1575%252520%252528800x709%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1575 (800x709)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1575 (800x709)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YkgAmp0nt08/V8OG4pRYlvI/AAAAAAAAyGg/qouPpOxmp6Q/IMG_1575%252520%252528800x709%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="217"></a></p> <p>2 others ordered the Filet Mignon A La Plancha $41 (lobster and yukon gold potato puree, sautéed broccoli, horseradish demi glaze). D said he didn’t really taste any lobster in the potato puree, but the steak was really tender. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-l2tw3vOtYBg/V8OG5PYDsGI/AAAAAAAAyGk/CAO2vsHLvvw/s1600-h/IMG_1576%252520%252528800x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1576 (800x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1576 (800x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GxcO0wDH_oM/V8OG5qCw6qI/AAAAAAAAyGo/FS6ATlUflr4/IMG_1576%252520%252528800x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p>My brother in law ordered the Duet of Carmelized Diver Sacallop and Hawaiian Big Eye Tuna $31 (wasabi infused whipped potatoes sunomono salad, sweet soy reduction). Not sure how I missed a picture I think I must have been talking too much!</p> <p>For dessert I got the Butter Roasted Pear Crème Brulee with whole berry sauce $9. The poached pear is on the bottom and then it’s topped with a scoop of the cream which then has a nice bruleed crust on top. I loved this dish! The warm poached pear was lovely, I need to remember to try doing this next I make creme brulee. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hUM0jijf8hk/V8OG6GOdI5I/AAAAAAAAyGs/8flzZWtjpkc/s1600-h/IMG_1577%252520%252528800x639%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1577 (800x639)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1577 (800x639)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kjwF7waxE0s/V8OG6hAeVBI/AAAAAAAAyGw/3cXXfGPckXo/IMG_1577%252520%252528800x639%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="196"></a></p> <p>D and my sister in law ordered the Warm Chocolate Fondant $9 (creme anglaise, vanilla bean ice cream, almond tuile). No complaints about this warm chocolate cake. It’s sweet, but not overly rich and the creme anglaise compliments the cake. I loved the amount of vanilla bean in the ice cream it was delish!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nGhYvgenWV4/V8OG61YQ0kI/AAAAAAAAyG0/k-liwjxEAVI/s1600-h/IMG_1578%252520%252528800x681%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1578 (800x681)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1578 (800x681)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lVTPG1DsIiM/V8OG7bQLg-I/AAAAAAAAyG4/lhiMYlU20bA/IMG_1578%252520%252528800x681%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="208"></a></p> <p>My brother in law ordered the Summer Sorbet $9 (peach, champagne, and raspberry). He said it was a really nice combo and enjoyed the dessert. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3ucD38EZg6Q/V8OG7l_xYdI/AAAAAAAAyG8/IbfxAZ9nank/s1600-h/IMG_1579%252520%252528800x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1579 (800x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1579 (800x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-uS-3r7J-jB4/V8OG9ARqU_I/AAAAAAAAyHA/j7LBp0V2h7k/IMG_1579%252520%252528800x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p>As if the meal itself isn’t enough I hear every night the owner Tony Masraff comes around and visits every table. I just love this touch! He’s for sure a charmer and I can see why this place has lots of fans, because we are one for sure!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kpJ2aHdY3pw/V8OG9YgLCpI/AAAAAAAAyHE/hJW-NMrxfnM/s1600-h/IMG_1571%252520%252528800x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1571 (800x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1571 (800x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kXzuzZv_u-w/V8OG96McR_I/AAAAAAAAyHI/FDPTAAAbvGY/IMG_1571%252520%252528800x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p>I would go back in a heart beat. The prices are a little high, but worth every penny. The service it top notch and you will not be disappointed. If you want to save a little go during Houston Restaurant Week and only pay $45 a person for 3 courses. We saved about $51 by doing this. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-35640264332197389922016-08-03T19:00:00.000-07:002016-08-04T08:58:44.756-07:00Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House<img title="IMG_4515" style="float: none; margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_4515" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Cx0gxTTikxs/TlK-FX9TOYI/AAAAAAAAOoE/tGoqFlMY7Q8/IMG_4515_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="164"> <p>We visited <a href="http://www.delfriscos.com/">Del Frisco’s</a> back in 2011 during their Restaurant Week (click <a href="http://txtravelingfoodie.blogspot.com/search?updated-min=2011-01-01T00:00:00-08:00&updated-max=2011-08-26T19:00:00-07:00&max-results=50&start=8&by-date=false" target="_blank">HERE</a> to see my review). Sadly not much has changed and most of my complaints are still valid today several years later. This is the second chance I’ve given and I won’t be back again. </p> <p>We had a 6:30pm reservation and was lead upstairs to where we were one of 3 tables seated. Quick prompt service followed by the waitress getting each of our names. We ordered drinks and all of our food choices for the evening and where off to a great start. By 7:15 we just got our salads and the upstairs started to fill up. This was our down hill spiral to the end of the night. Our waitress never really came around and when she did she said I’ll get my team to clear the table. Ok so your team was a bunch of food runners who mainly stood on the side most of the time talking. How come it took so long to get our food? Tables came and left around us all ordering multiple courses. I feel like the only change for the better from our visit in 2011 was we where at least offered the pepper grinder this time!</p> <p>So onto the food….</p> <p>For cocktails I had the VIP Martini $14 (Svedka Clementine infused with sweet Hawaiian pineapples). The pineapple is soaked for 2 weeks in vodka then pressed to make this cocktail. I have to say this was a great recommendation from the waitress as it was really tasty. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dQ765GIXWGA/V6NmEO_7zqI/AAAAAAAAxqw/pNcyoZYRJTU/s1600-h/IMG_1027%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1027 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1027 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1bkK6zLk-zQ/V6NmErqq9DI/AAAAAAAAxq0/2bT1PzTVYOI/IMG_1027%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>The bread was just as good as I remembered. Super soft, warm and fluffy as well as soft whipped butter.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3Beny3aZDec/V6NmFKpmYjI/AAAAAAAAxq4/NtNFuM0bDzc/s1600-h/IMG_1024%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1024 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1024 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPjqJkoWwmDW23O8s13F86yB_o7ncayHG3LOzuxdbHINV0pc6sNcGs8XghIL9MT53uMmiV9jLxNnwGJ5VC5Jq0IMWQL5eFOqtzvi_t3ZpD_RNSekRtK8wWGL87HQvWtCfucNQ8d-tG804/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Fried Calamari $17 (Shanghai Style). Once again by far the best thing we had all night. I highly recommend ordering this. There’s a nice sweet, heat, Asian sauce that goes really well instead of the traditional marinara. I could have eaten several orders of this. It’s a little on the high end for an appetizer, but it’s really good. The priced was $15 in 2011 and has gone up. I really think it should be priced at $10.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-f782pNYlRms/V6NmGENuIqI/AAAAAAAAxrA/i2uc6_pcsvk/s1600-h/IMG_1028%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1028 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1028 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-CWYSeotTu2I/V6NmGV0sg4I/AAAAAAAAxrE/gWNmjxh2ypo/IMG_1028%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We all ordered the Caesar Salad. (regular menu price $9.50) Nothing to wow about, just a good standard salad. I liked the croutons being lightly baked as apposed to rock hard like some places.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-t4-rv9hKxBI/V6NmHGKtd5I/AAAAAAAAxrI/a-uMWUYtDvs/s1600-h/IMG_1029%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1029 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1029 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fwZnZuAYxu4/V6NmHrRz3hI/AAAAAAAAxrM/NQf4f0YXiBg/IMG_1029%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>For the main I ordered the broiled Filet Mignon 8oz with chateau potatoes and thin green beans. I did the entrée enhancement of $10 for Oscar Style. (regular menu price $42 for the steak, plus add on of Oscar and additional sides). The steak was better than I remembered last time, because last time I didn’t care for it. I love Oscar style, again is it worth $10 probably not. I had room temp sauce, minimal shavings of asparagus and just a few hunks of crab meat. For $10 I could make a batch to feed 20 people and they would get more crab and asparagus than what I got. I will stand by my last review and say they have good potatoes. The green beans on the other hand needed to be cooked a lot longer. They where so hard I had trouble cutting them with a steak knife. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KLiowkwrDIU/V6NmH88ZWZI/AAAAAAAAxrQ/OjIxRrVV6uo/s1600-h/IMG_1031%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1031 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1031 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6fci91xemG4/V6NmIYkEi0I/AAAAAAAAxrU/vf0mlINBugI/IMG_1031%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>D and T upgraded their steaks to the Prime Ribeye 16oz $18 entrée enhancements plus $6 Black Truffle Compound Butter (regular menu price is $48). Honestly with both guys getting the Prime steak they where not the same. I should have taken a picture. D had a prime, his was juicy, tender and flavorful. T did not his was full of fat, tuff and didn’t look the same. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jBjbyYD_tSs/V6NmI_fqzxI/AAAAAAAAxrY/ZbBXNnm9KGU/s1600-h/IMG_1030%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1030 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1030 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wkp1A93ob5E/V6NmJa_Wx2I/AAAAAAAAxrc/REK9uqgPcpo/IMG_1030%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>K got the Pan Roasted Chicken. I missed on getting a picture. She said it was good and juicy and wouldn’t change anything. Her green beans where under cooked as well. </p> <p>We also got a side of lobster mac and cheese $17. Not sure I would order again. It was really salty, and the sauce was really loose. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-MgtoVwLq9SA/V6NmJ0b4OtI/AAAAAAAAxrg/Le0p8TpQsOY/s1600-h/IMG_1032%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1032 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1032 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Kr_oFCXwxGY/V6NmKLJuj0I/AAAAAAAAxrk/3u24ZPoybSA/IMG_1032%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I ordered the cheesecake with strawberry and K got the cheesecake with butterscotch. I couldn’t wait for this since they where out last time we visited. Sadly once again it was a disappointment. K ended up with the better topping I would have just ate a bowl of that. The cheesecake tasted like whipped whipping cream with a touch of cream cheese. I see why they laid it down it was so fluffy I don’t think it would have stood up. The taste was just off. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IoXK6lYytQ4/V6NmKnegRmI/AAAAAAAAxro/s1cOwJ6Z5lE/s1600-h/IMG_1033%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1033 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1033 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tnHuf0PJms8/V6NmLBGf1OI/AAAAAAAAxrs/QRIayLfXcz4/IMG_1033%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-K8hqIZIHgmw/V6NmLhRtvzI/AAAAAAAAxrw/FV8Jgld3Nig/s1600-h/IMG_1034%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1034 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1034 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PNSHhl80OzA/V6NmML0r1KI/AAAAAAAAxr0/uztxk97373c/IMG_1034%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>The guys both got the warm banana bread pudding with caramel sauce and fresh whipped cream. Again glad I didn’t order this. At least the cheesecake was edible. the bread pudding was so dried out and it was room temp so the ice cream didn’t melt except for one little drip on it. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HgMWiKXWjo4/V6NmMeLTIHI/AAAAAAAAxr4/65mM4ENBfqU/s1600-h/IMG_1035%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1035 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1035 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GGqfEC1yaTU/V6NmMx6ZpEI/AAAAAAAAxr8/aIGfo-lZof4/IMG_1035%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>From start to finish we where there 2 hours. Normally I wouldn’t care, but when it’s this little of food it should not take 2 hours. It took us 45 minutes just to get our salad. Another 30 minutes after that we got our main entrée. By then my food settled and I wasn’t as hungry anymore. On 2 occasions we alerted the manager or whoever the 1 of 6 guys running around in suits where. Their response “I’m sorry let me go check on that”, only never to return to check on us again. Our bill ended up being $400 after all the drinks we ordered to kill the time. I’m not proud of this, but I have NEVER walked out of a restaurant without tipping. This was a first for me. The food was crap, the service was crap and the attention to detail was lacking in a huge way. I guess they figure they have all the business people meeting after work who run up bills, but this was in no way how you treat people who come in for a good meal. Luckily we live in a big city with lots of steak places to pick from, because this is high on my list of DO NOT TRY. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-78488475438517542832016-07-25T21:00:00.000-07:002016-08-04T17:14:55.676-07:00Local Table<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yh5nLLA7HmY/V6PaXI7NfiI/AAAAAAAAxsQ/vY944-19lwg/s1600-h/IMG_0680%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0680 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_0680 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-22ovOxZi56w/V6PaXqghbQI/AAAAAAAAxsU/SQOe3IQJtp8/IMG_0680%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>I attended a dinner meeting at <a href="http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0LEV1EVa6NXQa0Ay7RXNyoA;_ylu=X3oDMTEyc2F2NTd1BGNvbG8DYmYxBHBvcwMyBHZ0aWQDVUkyQzNfMQRzZWMDc3I-/RV=2/RE=1470356374/RO=10/RU=http%3a%2f%2fwww.localtablehouston.com%2f%23%21/RK=0/RS=p0M9vFJuaKvjmU46UrD80AyI0LE-" target="_blank">Local Table</a> to meet with the fellow moms of our co-op program to see what changes we needed to make and get ready for the next school year. I love dinner meetings, because it gives me a chance to try new places and everyone orders different things so I get to see more than just 2 dishes we would normally order. </p> <p>The inside is nicely redone since the last tenant. They added brick to the walls and it has a nice modern feel to it. </p> <p align="center"> <a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9RZRGOsqXz8/V6PaX9G0fII/AAAAAAAAxsY/-l3gLHhzUD8/s1600-h/IMG_0682%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0682 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0682 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-FqEq9ASYKjU/V6PaYapRn8I/AAAAAAAAxsc/MBGzIE05gKs/IMG_0682%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I ordered a Bourbon Smash $9 (Maker’s Mark with muddled mint, lemon simple syrup and soda). The flavor is really good and just the right amount of mint added. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lXTbOlEznoU/V6PaY_rkv1I/AAAAAAAAxsg/vk4dgvLxRrw/s1600-h/IMG_0758%252520%252528640x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0758 (640x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0758 (640x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-AxGktKG9GAA/V6PaZbJmawI/AAAAAAAAxsk/395BBvHbD2I/IMG_0758%252520%252528640x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="196" height="244"></a></p> <p>Their home-style fries $4 each (sweet potato with chipotle ketchup and Cajun seasoned hand cup). Each are good, but I favored the sweet potato with that dipping sauce. Wow is it good, you won’t be disappointed ordering these! </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qQR3Yo7vuRI/V6PaZwqTf1I/AAAAAAAAxso/W-ahw4CZYEA/s1600-h/IMG_0685%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0685 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0685 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nl5BHAWMTDc/V6PaaUhOaII/AAAAAAAAxss/W3d2a14V8HA/IMG_0685%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Peb_i1iqdHI/V6Paa12S_7I/AAAAAAAAxsw/e9BLjZkeViU/s1600-h/IMG_0752%252520%252528800x739%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0752 (800x739)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0752 (800x739)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VvvoDYSPkZU/V6PabQYT-vI/AAAAAAAAxs0/CluJCEZXPM0/IMG_0752%252520%252528800x739%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="226"></a></p> <p>Baja Chicken Wrap $12 (Avocado, black beans, lettuce, tomato, feta, and our homemade chipotle chili sauce in a whole wheat tortilla. Served with iceberg wedge salad topped with chunky feta jalapeno dressing.)</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5D2bNQEJeEM/V6PabrI9BrI/AAAAAAAAxs4/mXIPnfaYLc4/s1600-h/IMG_0686%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0686 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0686 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-arNwXuplZRs/V6PacGjjspI/AAAAAAAAxs8/ZX0TX3Ne9b8/IMG_0686%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Classic Grilled Chicken Baguette $11 (Provolone cheese, roasted red bell pepper, basil pesto and fresh mixed greens. Served with Cajun seasoned hand-cut fries.)</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xFr4KlyxF8s/V6PacqEyYOI/AAAAAAAAxtA/BvskPLwMyqY/s1600-h/IMG_0688%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0688 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0688 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-SH0UKn0aP6A/V6PadCd7B2I/AAAAAAAAxtE/2UvoJN7d_IY/IMG_0688%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Mediterranean Salamon $17 (Grilled salmon, guacamole, feta with herb basmati rice and seasonal market vegetables.) My friend said the dish was just ok nothing special about it and would order a different plate next time. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Bl60KitHnlg/V6PadWvKQkI/AAAAAAAAxtI/QKvzT-eL0Pw/s1600-h/IMG_0690%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0690 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0690 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HAkHUW8dhSc/V6Pad2nOOJI/AAAAAAAAxtM/dcRhaNMvXAg/IMG_0690%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I had the Mediterranean Wrap $12 (Seasoned lamb and beef, tomato, oinion, lettuce and our Grecian sauce in a whole wheat tortilla. Served with iceberg wedge salad topped with chunky feta jalapeno dressing.) I thought it could have used a little more meat in it, but overall the flavor was really good. The one thing I loved the most was the dressing on the salad. O…M…G…. there’s a little spice, but not too bad just to get the jalapeno flavor. I probably would have licked the plate if no one was looking. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IoAMyJ4FGho/V6PaeV3GXRI/AAAAAAAAxtQ/dc8CuKknAlI/s1600-h/IMG_0754%252520%252528800x623%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0754 (800x623)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0754 (800x623)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LjFQt1ZjtVc/V6Paemy8OfI/AAAAAAAAxtU/lvi7IXzQb8g/IMG_0754%252520%252528800x623%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="191"></a></p> <p>Cheeseburger Americana $12 (Our hearty favorite with cheddar.)</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PTwlvZH3DKI/V6PafArUwYI/AAAAAAAAxtY/NLpDSVeBZIE/s1600-h/IMG_0756%252520%252528800x690%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0756 (800x690)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0756 (800x690)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQK1q7Yht1RroqURhSY4YUwzH9mgKC4c41piGMXnGCYAtOu0-lbRKXbkW_wp6etlH1iZNy7f5dofc6mWoqca5DR-ohSwG916sZteYQ4bnJwSkrn3px2y18PNPwfq8RXrfeVBd1rf5S-uI/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="211"></a></p> <p>I have my fingers crossed for them. Their food is good and priced good. Please stick around a while we need more good restaurants like this in Katy!</p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-11073538822426020452016-07-07T17:41:00.000-07:002016-08-04T17:53:57.781-07:00El Canton<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Hi7hi0VcP3g/V6Pjhk53lWI/AAAAAAAAxvI/6ncD3XMe_8c/s1600-h/IMG_0028%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0028 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_0028 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ljcSHsELeAU/V6Pjh_3GwdI/AAAAAAAAxvM/obV9G_vM6N0/IMG_0028%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We had a chance to try out the new wood fired pizza shop called <a href="http://www.elcantonpizzeria.com/" target="_blank">El Canton</a> that just opened up with another couple. Be sure to check Groupon we where able to get a 50% off coupon on there. </p> <p>The inside is nicely done. You can tell they put a lot of work into the place. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HNmPKsyL294/V6PjiUsQUjI/AAAAAAAAxvQ/dlift_u9dpQ/s1600-h/IMG_0029%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0029 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0029 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tDzCt2OsQP4/V6Pji8d7m2I/AAAAAAAAxvU/ovdlC-60i2A/IMG_0029%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-S4meH3IIiFc/V6PjjW_v-2I/AAAAAAAAxvY/NJtAk418r0Y/s1600-h/IMG_0043%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0043 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0043 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-B9RROcnwyRc/V6Pjjz5bhOI/AAAAAAAAxvc/T4js_FFvhAU/IMG_0043%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Fried Buffalo Mozzarella $9 (fresh buffalo mozzarella, hand-breaded & topped wiht parmesan, served with marinara). These little balls are bites of heaven. I loved each and every one of them!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UeQJIXHAcmk/V6PjkarbciI/AAAAAAAAxvg/CYYix01iTIc/s1600-h/IMG_0035%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0035 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0035 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NEIZEQ4VeNo/V6Pjk1Y6bLI/AAAAAAAAxvk/Nr5dsjfKOMk/IMG_0035%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Calamari Fritti $9 (Hand-breaded squid, served with marinara). The breading was perfect and it was cooked perfect, my only complaint is that they must have forgot to sprinkle a little salt on top to really bring out the flavor. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UXG2OU55c88/V6PjlVdqWTI/AAAAAAAAxvo/pK9IZGKJXss/s1600-h/IMG_0038%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0038 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0038 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6_h65o22m_g/V6Pjl062yOI/AAAAAAAAxvs/hwvmdECPEV4/IMG_0038%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Meatlover $17 large (Pizza sauce, mozzarella, ground beef, bacon, chorizo, ham, Italian sausage). Their pizza was nice and meaty. The chorizo seemed to dominate the flavor so you couldn’t taste the flavor of the other meats. I also wished it had a little more of the wood fire taste to it. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4p0v6dYIHIY/V6PjmFL5BfI/AAAAAAAAxvw/_MrAOZU3cjA/s1600-h/IMG_0040%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0040 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0040 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-q_Z0MuASeNk/V6Pjmkaw0_I/AAAAAAAAxv0/d50VENJCGx8/IMG_0040%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Tp0QncCTvRA/V6PjnHoSFFI/AAAAAAAAxv4/ZAZ8pywIzjA/s1600-h/IMG_0041%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0041 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0041 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-69OtWF3xsKU/V6PjnmnfMrI/AAAAAAAAxv8/l4-Rnx4EXgI/IMG_0041%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-18JEBrkRKi0/V6PjoOccwwI/AAAAAAAAxwA/sUTR6fWClY0/s1600-h/IMG_0042%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0042 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0042 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-emHIpUeBJlk/V6PjocIXyrI/AAAAAAAAxwE/PsybN_GB0Rg/IMG_0042%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Alfredo Fettuccine $12, added chicken for $2 (Parmesan & Mushroom). I would not order this again, the chicken was diced so small you didn’t know it was in there. The sauce was also a little bland. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Sxuvo_Q7c68/V6PjozTh6GI/AAAAAAAAxwI/43UhnR2K_WY/s1600-h/IMG_0039%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0039 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_0039 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DykAq1aKT50/V6Pjpb-W9gI/AAAAAAAAxwM/UDnxZvM6Wd8/IMG_0039%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I would probably give them one more chance, I expected a little more wood fire flavor on the pizza. Service was attentive, I just expected a little more on the food end. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-15353059677523914852016-07-01T16:00:00.000-07:002017-04-21T12:42:25.466-07:00Salty Sow<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-emyxsgqzmmA/WPpgcEJv6zI/AAAAAAAA0lk/doBC4zlDf8Y/s1600-h/IMG_9764%252520%252528800x797%252529%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9764 (800x797)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_9764 (800x797)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-l6dnuS1g2Io/WPpgcg6M-wI/AAAAAAAA0lo/aQVrHNoHPxM/IMG_9764%252520%252528800x797%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="243"></a></p> <p>I happened to come across this place a few times in searches and we finally got a chance to try it out while visiting my niece. The <a href="http://saltysow.com/">Salty Sow</a> doesn’t look like much from the outside, but they have lots of indoor space and a fantastic outdoor patio space, which is also pet friendly. </p> <p>While we waited for my niece to arrive we started out with a few cocktails and appetizers. D got a Maple Glazed Old Fashion $8 and I ordered a Sow Rita $8 which was one of the best margaritas I’ve ever had! Be sure to hit them at happy hour like we did and get $2 off all signature sips, beer and wine. 4:30-6:30pm everyday. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ejzS0Q7MG4U/WPpgdBNPKKI/AAAAAAAA0ls/jLfsOaQTUjc/s1600-h/IMG_9737%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9737 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9737 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-OmIf43xrpfg/WPpgdvxqKQI/AAAAAAAA0lw/jvChOdkUWOU/IMG_9737%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rS06cUvmITc/WPpgeZPDtJI/AAAAAAAA0l0/x8CcbRKyKhA/s1600-h/IMG_9739%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9739 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9739 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pQ4wHQN065A/WPpge-RyaYI/AAAAAAAA0l4/MpLR34GHOhw/IMG_9739%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>From the happy hour menu we got Truffled Deviled Eggs ($5 for happy hour or $6.50 on menu) and Duck Fat Fries with 110 minute egg and cold bearnaise ($5.50 on happy hour and $8 on menu) and Pork Belly Taco $5 on happy hour menu. The taco wasn’t anything special, but the others are for sure worth the order. D thought I was crazy ordering deviled eggs, but it was one of the items I kept reading about over and over again and I see why now. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NZ7mwUPzr6c/WPpgfcLyEGI/AAAAAAAA0l8/xNM9alub3xU/s1600-h/IMG_9744%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9744 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9744 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wQWmFsmGjYM/WPpgf5w82wI/AAAAAAAA0mA/kfj5mAc5sqs/IMG_9744%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DgSpCGwFFgA/WPpggUSLVgI/AAAAAAAA0mE/EgZgHbPzSIk/s1600-h/IMG_9741%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9741 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9741 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-CPSz7QOiX1o/WPpggr_zX9I/AAAAAAAA0mI/s04uWtUGClc/IMG_9741%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YCn9qPBT7zk/WPpghfYLWhI/AAAAAAAA0mM/T63Yn7QA2vE/s1600-h/IMG_9745%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9745 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9745 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4T0hp6n2HpU/WPpgh_3ePnI/AAAAAAAA0mQ/9sln0txcLfk/IMG_9745%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>For the main dishes I ordered a kids portion of the crispy chicken (I forgot the price).The chicken was really moist and crispy we tried to not eat all of my son’s food. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mXlSqcg-pK0/WPpgie0QEsI/AAAAAAAA0mU/rZNOfnB6wyg/s1600-h/IMG_9742%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9742 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9742 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh75qOL5jj4R1eWHHE_Kd3j4FRqtW0UVEoldVKsCPYc_5QTFWEl0bbLq4241vE60jeKve2cJ3yxas3il5ZBtQojoRjMnU0DB4356ASMk3dY4hNOpkUU0DK-tmoQ9pSabqvgMHZan3ner_M/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I ordered the Genuine Blackened Redfish (quinoa, lentils, smoked tomatoes, chipotle Tabasco lemon butter) $24. The sauce was so good! Highly recommend this dish for seafood lovers. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-34F3Xex4IrI/WPpgju9mfhI/AAAAAAAA0mc/wPWNfb-TUFI/s1600-h/IMG_9752%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9752 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9752 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Kjkt7Q76d9Y/WPpgkEgTZZI/AAAAAAAA0mg/Xgh7G9zjplc/IMG_9752%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Petite Bone-in Filets (mushroom, bone marrow red wine sauce) $23 add a third filet $33. The sauce was so delicious. Everything about this dish is a winner!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EkQJ69rw1Tw/WPpgkpkissI/AAAAAAAA0mk/RigFcPmYKaY/s1600-h/IMG_9771%252520%252528800x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9771 (800x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9771 (800x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-zQmhbXi78-U/WPpglLKopmI/AAAAAAAA0mo/sGH8xN3FeG4/IMG_9771%252520%252528800x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p>Crisp Chicken Thighs (all-natural chicken, fried smashed potato, neck bone gravy) $15.50. My niece really loved the dish and mentioned how moist the chicken came out. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-A7jTBTwjwss/WPpglleJ0zI/AAAAAAAA0ms/yDmgYbbxlVg/s1600-h/IMG_9751%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9751 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9751 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hOWgAjl1wZQ/WPpgmK1X3II/AAAAAAAA0mw/cCgKzEd5Lw8/IMG_9751%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>As if we didn’t have enough food we got an order of Crispy Brussels Sprout Leaves (golden raisins, Pecorino) $7. Wow where these good! Plenty for 4 people to share. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J1BqFSHrVuo/WPpgmlLrysI/AAAAAAAA0m0/40HJi43GtMM/s1600-h/IMG_9748%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9748 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9748 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-y99vkrazwVA/WPpgnNCMTBI/AAAAAAAA0m4/Lg1yowKL_QM/IMG_9748%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I don’t care if you are so full you are about to burst, but this Bananas Foster Beignets (cane syrup, honey & nutmeg ice cream) $7 are to die for! Oh….sooo….goood!!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LiB8ddjj4IQ/WPpgnoBrHNI/AAAAAAAA0m8/dp1iQZp406I/s1600-h/IMG_9754%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_9754 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_9754 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lFUMDq21Vh8/WPpgoLWI2xI/AAAAAAAA0nA/aLlT6BAr09Y/IMG_9754%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I truly loved this place and can’t wait to come back and try some of their other dishes. The staff is wonderful and they even ring a bell to give you a warning happy hour is about to end. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-90509425759928251532016-05-27T17:15:00.000-07:002016-08-04T17:28:01.845-07:00Little Barrel and Brown<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DfKtGnvz_iA/V6PdeWMLFHI/AAAAAAAAxto/g8lkJ_9xXjg/s1600-h/IMG_8472%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8472 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_8472 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-aTHDHxlvZ8w/V6Pde9YXbII/AAAAAAAAxts/rNzj3CQSQ5k/IMG_8472%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>A friend of ours told us about this little place called <a href="http://www.littlebarrelandbrown.com/" target="_blank">Little Barrel and Brown</a>. He said they have good food, but most known for their burgers.</p> <p>The place is tiny, but huge plus they are on Open Table so you can make a reservation ahead of time. We sat on the side near the kitchen which my son loves watching all the action.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tV0zodTbrXA/V6PdfdrVwgI/AAAAAAAAxtw/d_gOgSnE1YY/s1600-h/IMG_8475%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8475 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8475 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EpLHmHNb2BQ/V6Pdf8lx89I/AAAAAAAAxt0/X78ZVisjRzc/IMG_8475%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ZDeoDHex-gA/V6PdgIwkOHI/AAAAAAAAxt4/57VSpNCc-rc/s1600-h/IMG_8474%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8474 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8474 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0LBX-hmVBEM/V6PdgoS0vTI/AAAAAAAAxt8/FJfI0lUh-0I/IMG_8474%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-iAIOEZvcfH0/V6PdhCYpm1I/AAAAAAAAxuA/hM5Yq2tmP20/s1600-h/IMG_8473%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8473 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8473 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q7psMwku_Ss/V6PdhmqSfyI/AAAAAAAAxuE/3ssZT9VJJFs/IMG_8473%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Since there’s no kids menu they did do a cheese pizza for him and only charged $5. I loved how accommodating they are! They had a flatbread of the day which they charge $12 for so this is a steal!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-U3VnE5ZjPQw/V6Pdhzs32VI/AAAAAAAAxuI/4eEdu1B6czo/s1600-h/IMG_8481%252520%252528800x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8481 (800x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8481 (800x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xvJdHQ31YJ8/V6PdiSPQPDI/AAAAAAAAxuM/3fGWHpGc-io/IMG_8481%252520%252528800x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p>D ordered the Burger $12(Marrownaise, fixins, pickle), added sharp cheddar $2 and bacon $2. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gB_22nA6MEY/V6Pdi-ImVJI/AAAAAAAAxuQ/HvfSdM7hnVA/s1600-h/IMG_8483%252520%252528800x614%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8483 (800x614)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8483 (800x614)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-aiH_2WWus3M/V6Pdjaci8OI/AAAAAAAAxuU/UyN3C9mbFdI/IMG_8483%252520%252528800x614%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="188"></a></p> <p>I had the House Made Fettucine $18 (asparagus, oyster mushrooms, truffled cream, shaved parmesan). Wow was this dish amazing! You could taste each individual flavor along with the delicate pasta it was a perfect combination. I would love to order this every time we drive through Austin!!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2VTnjAD-cT4/V6Pdj_MZEOI/AAAAAAAAxuY/jQZnsnPeIn0/s1600-h/IMG_8477%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8477 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8477 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jZuBgA-C6IM/V6PdkWY2HHI/AAAAAAAAxuc/u6urEfs8l4I/IMG_8477%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Overall, I can’t wait to go back and try another dish. The attention to detail is spot on and the service was really good. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-85630131544686461252016-05-26T18:37:00.000-07:002016-08-31T19:10:44.388-07:00Hop Doddy Burger Bar<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4M7j29nt1sw/V8eN6ei_TcI/AAAAAAAAyHo/iToB-llOH78/s1600-h/IMG_8375%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8375 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_8375 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sfxiuYcr0pA/V8eN6-xWhKI/AAAAAAAAyHs/eKl6CCIi49I/IMG_8375%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>We originally visited <a href="https://www.hopdoddy.com/" target="_blank">Hop Doddy Burger Bar</a> last year in their Austin location (click <a href="http://txtravelingfoodie.blogspot.com/2015/02/hop-doddy-burger-bar.html" target="_blank">HERE</a> for post). I was more than thrilled to hear they opened up a Houston location and was even more thrilled to be invited in to their pre-view party soft opening. </p> <p>When you walk in you stand in line and place your order to which they hand you a number and bring your food to you once ready. It’s nice to see in the kitchen and the bar is centrally placed in the restaurant. I really like that they offer eco friendly cushions with straps as a booster seat for young ones.</p> <p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PWr6zVy8u1I/V8eN7SE989I/AAAAAAAAyHw/iNaQd0oOUmA/s1600-h/IMG_8378%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8378 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8378 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J2B-Y51OMuo/V8eN73fAPlI/AAAAAAAAyH0/CHSP4mloeZE/IMG_8378%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ejqdGIoqNeE/V8eN8ULTHVI/AAAAAAAAyH4/sHweDFuddes/s1600-h/IMG_8397%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8397 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8397 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XEMkWUu5xjc/V8eN8yyzfCI/AAAAAAAAyH8/064g1xOwv2I/IMG_8397%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--bLVNKMAjDE/V8eN9TaijeI/AAAAAAAAyIA/-6gs2TM3JmU/s1600-h/IMG_8377%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8377 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8377 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-eYrUe71F4z0/V8eN9_PHdyI/AAAAAAAAyIE/aLmlO09EO0A/IMG_8377%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7Dl6VPpQeU8/V8eN-qsWHMI/AAAAAAAAyII/9uXhuZBeGDo/s1600-h/IMG_8398%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8398 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8398 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-S4u5xQQhdQI/V8eN-9cq8GI/AAAAAAAAyIM/Y3H-_DgqVbQ/IMG_8398%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>My friend and I started off with a cocktail we got a Classic Frozen Margarita $7 (gold tequila, fresh citrus juices, house-made triple sec, served icy and delicious) and a Spacecitea $7.50 (house infused limoncello, deep eddy sweet tea vodka, raspberry puree, fresh squeezed lemon). I loved the spacecitea! It’s the perfect warm weather cocktail. The margarita was also really tasty. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ix0zpPBGT68/V8eN_dA2VhI/AAAAAAAAyIQ/YvxHHXjFrXU/s1600-h/IMG_8388%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8388 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8388 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-oSS4MdDkEmI/V8eN_9cmvHI/AAAAAAAAyIU/yS_4X0mqYug/IMG_8388%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ktZGolRdig8/V8eOAuR2DqI/AAAAAAAAyIY/1lqBQn9l1VE/s1600-h/IMG_8389%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8389 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8389 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qB9nlni1H2o/V8eOBE2h6dI/AAAAAAAAyIc/1HzEOK0ARZA/IMG_8389%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>For starters we got Chili Cheese Fries $6.75 and Truffle Fries $6.95. Honestly you can’t go wrong with either, but I would for sure order the truffle fries or you’ll be sorry you didn’t!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-eoAeJpf4PsQ/V8eOBuIxkOI/AAAAAAAAyIg/IhYdwBvX8sE/s1600-h/IMG_8384%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8384 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8384 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-d-LAbHqkD-s/V8eOCDv2aUI/AAAAAAAAyIk/Dctu_ZCOVBE/IMG_8384%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fjsWcB9Nivg/V8eOCqRWkjI/AAAAAAAAyIo/J0iHR-Y0_hA/s1600-h/IMG_8386%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8386 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8386 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-S1sIquEjVyI/V8eODHWUoXI/AAAAAAAAyIs/xP_ggMqmvno/IMG_8386%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>For the entrée burgers we both got an Ahi Tuna Burger $12.50 (Sushi-Grade Tuna, Sunflower Sprouts, Nori Chips, Teriyaki, Honey Wasabi, Mayo, Pickled Ginger, Red Leaf Lettuce, White Onion, Beefsteak Tomato). Holy Smokes is this burger good!! I probably could have eaten two! That honey wasabi is so good on the tuna!!</p> <p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cKc98bWQmCQ/V8eODivm0EI/AAAAAAAAyIw/S-t93V5QDGI/s1600-h/IMG_8408%252520%252528800x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8408 (800x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8408 (800x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PODR980pJVU/V8eOEA86sNI/AAAAAAAAyI0/sCU4VD4Wnqc/IMG_8408%252520%252528800x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-a_4P1Em_SV8/V8eOEdhL7UI/AAAAAAAAyI4/npCdb6bXfpw/s1600-h/IMG_8393%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8393 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8393 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_ziF9v9_pmY/V8eOFG1qh_I/AAAAAAAAyI8/f87SBxiNDLQ/IMG_8393%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="273" height="215"></a></p> <p>Since the kids didn’t eat we ordered a burger for the hubby’s instead. My friend ordered the Llano Poblano Burger $8.50 (Angus Beef, Texas Goat Cheese, Field Mushrooms, Mayo, Basil Pesto, Red Leaf Lettuce, White Onion, Beefsteak Tomato). I ordered the Prime Time Burger $12 (<a href="http://www.heartbrandbeef.com/?page=shop/whybuy">Texas Akaushi Beef</a>, Brie Cheese, Truffle Aioli, Arugula, Caramelized Onions, Steak Sauce). I really enjoyed this burger. The onions are perfectly caramelized and I love the added brie with a hint of truffle flavor such a great combo!</p> <p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DrndcJSJ7aw/V8eOFsHCESI/AAAAAAAAyJA/c70h9XvcKi8/s1600-h/IMG_8390%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8390 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8390 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-zNxfnK5mGWc/V8eOGD7TrhI/AAAAAAAAyJE/EyHM0eP0cOw/IMG_8390%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="272" height="214"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-y36gtTZaFxo/V8eOGv0v7bI/AAAAAAAAyJI/YQMGVBNCtT8/s1600-h/IMG_8407%252520%252528800x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8407 (800x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8407 (800x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Wx3kYcWQ7G0/V8eOHKHBe1I/AAAAAAAAyJM/-uNtcXc5tp4/IMG_8407%252520%252528800x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="244"></a></p> <p>You can’t leave this place without getting a shake! Nutella and Pretzel Milkshake $6 and Caramel Sea Salt Milkshake $6. Bot equally delish!!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RqkcYQwl2og/V8eOHvVeZuI/AAAAAAAAyJQ/mpxe25SgRYc/s1600-h/IMG_8409%252520%252528640x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8409 (640x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8409 (640x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-srQWGdcg8no/V8eOIJURmKI/AAAAAAAAyJU/NPQFmVmPPfk/IMG_8409%252520%252528640x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="196" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Yh37mcpboS0/V8eOIfjAjuI/AAAAAAAAyJY/p3D88CE90yI/s1600-h/IMG_8410%252520%252528640x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8410 (640x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8410 (640x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YLtyV-Q_ILM/V8eOI1noMuI/AAAAAAAAyJc/FA7VTETERk8/IMG_8410%252520%252528640x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="196" height="244"></a></p> <p>Will I be back? Heck yes I can’t wait! For a higer end burger you get what you pay for here, packed full of flavor. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-7929080482198278702016-05-21T19:00:00.000-07:002016-08-07T18:03:07.911-07:00North Italia<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Jzcx2lrJb6Y/V6fZ9aJSqiI/AAAAAAAAx3g/qN_kGlbBWlQ/s1600-h/IMG_8226%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8226 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_8226 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jtTeawWZV7Y/V6fZ9yX65jI/AAAAAAAAx3k/0RETyXiaNyw/IMG_8226%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We originally had plans to go to Maggiano’s, but when we arrived they had some gas leak going on. change of plans and we got to hit up a new spot I have been hearing rave reviews on. <a href="http://www.northitaliarestaurant.com/locations/houston/" target="_blank">North Italia</a> has locations spreading over the US and I can see why. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bL3bZgbtWNk/V6fZ-RG1t4I/AAAAAAAAx3o/jF2m3Ry61cQ/s1600-h/IMG_8216%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8216 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8216 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NloxsoNrINc/V6fZ-lekq_I/AAAAAAAAx3s/NfHPgKPcmlQ/IMG_8216%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>When you walk in it’s modern and trendy and fully booked. I love that they have a huge glass wall to see into the kitchen. You can go up and watch the dishes being made. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-oTDfKgSDIbU/V6fZ_IxfPMI/AAAAAAAAx3w/Hr9Xzx_mtUc/s1600-h/IMG_8223%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8223 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8223 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9KV3Cw_cyv4/V6fZ_u0R4_I/AAAAAAAAx30/In4UYctLPDA/IMG_8223%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-OwSg3bzfDB8/V6faAHwCkgI/AAAAAAAAx34/pa3DfZFYxVw/s1600-h/IMG_8222%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8222 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8222 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6HLXwN0A9wA/V6faAuGDqRI/AAAAAAAAx38/XgDh-QO1QsE/IMG_8222%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-I-UTzO9ig-I/V6faBOZgL7I/AAAAAAAAx4A/7LUkTH2UqcQ/s1600-h/IMG_8224%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8224 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8224 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-S-Vv3eG7ASU/V6faBhuHcCI/AAAAAAAAx4E/ujXS2odsf5A/IMG_8224%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RQbKGwjJJ_s/V6faCGWbMiI/AAAAAAAAx4I/_KT2vCHYzYg/s1600-h/IMG_8221%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8221 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8221 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-aX8pWJObLas/V6faCU0xf-I/AAAAAAAAx4M/lBa0JIsRnMQ/IMG_8221%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-E4Jri2zoBAQ/V6faC_Nz8kI/AAAAAAAAx4Q/LklSff0KHnw/s1600-h/IMG_8220%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8220 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8220 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hi1NtccHYJQ/V6faDZbGOyI/AAAAAAAAx4U/j3E65XjcBXU/IMG_8220%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>K ordered an APRICOT LIMONATA $11 (smirnoff vodka, apricot liqueur, smashed lemon). Wow this drink is so good! It’s the perfect summer cocktail to lounge by the pool. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-r5rgdnFgTOs/V6faDl9IkrI/AAAAAAAAx4Y/swGEfvQ_U7I/s1600-h/IMG_8205%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8205 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8205 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-MP4a5VJkLEs/V6faEGTkeSI/AAAAAAAAx4c/wTPd2rUiglY/IMG_8205%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>The guys each got the QUIET ITALIAN GENTLEMAN $14 (bulleit rye, cocchi vermouth di torino, campari, disaronno amaretto). I thought this was also a tasty choice. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dU30lecduP4/V6faEmcih2I/AAAAAAAAx4g/IM4kSwhEeOs/s1600-h/IMG_8208%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8208 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8208 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-oc0k83q63_M/V6faFEv8Z2I/AAAAAAAAx4k/KjJrrDlxXIs/IMG_8208%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>For appetizer we started off with the TRUFFLE GARLIC BREAD $9 (house made ricotta, grana padano, herbs) and CRISP CALAMARI $12 (arugula & lemon vinaigrette). Both are worth ordering for sure. I had second thoughts on the calamari till I tasted it. The breading is nicely done and that lemon vinaigrette makes you want to lick the plate clean. You won’t be disappointed with either of these!</p> <p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GuNK4H9BNBI/V6faFQd8EkI/AAAAAAAAx4o/QmjgegFCfkg/s1600-h/IMG_8204%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8204 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8204 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6k84eEUTfxk/V6faF37mplI/AAAAAAAAx4s/vk8KFkVGviI/IMG_8204%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XN0Tnt0Hjx4/V6faGfapXJI/AAAAAAAAx4w/EMof1OmQ_T0/s1600-h/IMG_8203%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8203 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8203 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VlpBV-mJzng/V6faGznPBII/AAAAAAAAx40/ShS2ic50jsI/IMG_8203%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>K ordered the SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS $17 (tomato sugo, basil, olive oil, pecorino cheese). The pasta was so fresh and light and it was a huge portion. For the sauce it was a little too spicy, but I loved it once you ate a bite all together with the meat and pasta. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-67gK-OUwEFs/V6faHE6r92I/AAAAAAAAx44/OKkNkTF4PEA/s1600-h/IMG_8212%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8212 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8212 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-SzIQMHog0gc/V6faIS4xBII/AAAAAAAAx48/0OtiLmU4kpU/IMG_8212%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I ordered the SLOW COOKED SHORT RIB $26 (roasted vegetable & creamy mascarpone polenta). It was tender and good, but the over charred veggies threw off the taste a little. Next time I would pick something different. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-W9EJT-cWX2A/V6faIg1zJzI/AAAAAAAAx5A/SeUkOAk26aI/s1600-h/IMG_8211%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8211 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8211 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-euyyDo_4urQ/V6faJYQ-E9I/AAAAAAAAx5E/GEyFdQlQ7_c/IMG_8211%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>The guys each ordered the CHICKEN PARMESAN $20 (rigatoni noodle & grana padano cream). This was another winning dish! The chicken could have used a little more pasta sauce, but wow those rigatoni was melt in your mouth good.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PcMRPEh0HoI/V6faJlfRWeI/AAAAAAAAx5I/ktug9wh2E1I/s1600-h/IMG_8213%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8213 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8213 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pvhzxskX5Rg/V6faKLmxdmI/AAAAAAAAx5M/-f_DZBGi1Is/IMG_8213%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I read a lot about this dessert and knew we had to try them. The BOMBOLINI $7 ((italian donuts) Meyer lemon curd, vanilla mascarpone) super light and fluffy and the curd with the mascarpone was just enough sweetness to add to the dish. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-o2o0OZ2F8j0/V6faKvFUc6I/AAAAAAAAx5Q/H2CxGWilF-k/s1600-h/IMG_8217%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8217 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8217 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5zqF-vdL-gA/V6faLGqR92I/AAAAAAAAx5U/7S86WR_4iCU/IMG_8217%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dqiCKS719h0/V6faLd6JhXI/AAAAAAAAx5Y/thTEotcMzac/s1600-h/IMG_8219%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8219 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8219 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yQtAIv0E9WI/V6faL2ADDCI/AAAAAAAAx5c/d6LEC21kJbQ/IMG_8219%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>DARK CHOCOLATE TART $8 (nutella mousse, pecan toffee). This dessert is over the top in richness. I suggest ordering this as a table, because it’s so rich you won’t want more than a bite or 2. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2o2x56ppNkI/V6faRmsMstI/AAAAAAAAx5g/lZNYsme1q74/s1600-h/IMG_8218%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8218 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8218 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Tmtt9OKQPlA/V6faSEohKCI/AAAAAAAAx5k/vY4rgMMjHDk/IMG_8218%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>We also ordered an ITALIAN COFFEE $8 (espresso, galliano ristretto, amaretto, vanilla whipped cream). So good! It’s a dessert in itself and I could have drank a pitch of it! </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-JrRgHGmGjUc/V6faSR0FpWI/AAAAAAAAx5o/yi4xtR4yo7c/s1600-h/IMG_8215%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8215 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8215 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-D89dfu_D79Q/V6faSx4QXgI/AAAAAAAAx5s/Zrg13k2n_ec/IMG_8215%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>Honestly I can’t wait to go back. Although the time we waiting sitting outside waiting on our waitress was a little longer than I would have liked, the food is outstanding. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-62870316585352650202016-05-17T17:26:00.000-07:002016-05-19T17:42:18.841-07:00La Balance<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-DfUIYQdKh_Q/Vz5dV8rtuqI/AAAAAAAAwoU/wQkusK6WYMk/s1600-h/IMG_6189%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_6189 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_6189 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-t393RydiRiU/Vz5dWOTNwPI/AAAAAAAAwoY/bbE3lGsAh7E/IMG_6189%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>Tucked away as what I like to call a hidden gem of Katy, is <a href="http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0SO81FsVT5Xup8A5WdXNyoA;_ylu=X3oDMTEyNjgzamkyBGNvbG8DZ3ExBHBvcwMxBHZ0aWQDQjE3NTdfMQRzZWMDc3I-/RV=2/RE=1463731692/RO=10/RU=http%3a%2f%2fwww.labalancecuisine.com%2f/RK=0/RS=IOoSuy.hFVjHOUG788wzA48JIUo-">La Balance Cuisine</a>. We’ve been a few times now and I have never been disappointed. I recently teamed up with the Cinco Ranch Foodies and with our first dinner I happened to choose La Balance. The chef and owner Manuel Atenco was excited to host us and designed a wonderful menu for our guest to test. The reason I chose this place is because it’s off the main road and a lot of people pass by it all the time without knowing it’s there. The chef/owner recently told me he’s thinking about other locations to get a larger space and be more easily seen. With being the only French restaurant in Katy, it’s also something not everyone thinks of trying due to being unfamiliar with what French food is. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-brU3dxw0k3w/Vz5dWo7zJxI/AAAAAAAAwoc/B1zNGO_-MoE/s1600-h/IMG_7985%252520%252528640x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7985 (640x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7985 (640x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-z9xjPRtxTX0/Vz5dXPzdT2I/AAAAAAAAwog/NDbvk55aNJY/IMG_7985%252520%252528640x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="196" height="244"></a></p> <p>For the first course we had Les Betteraves (roasted beets, blue d'Auvergne, walnuts, arugula). I have to say the dish is simple yet sophisticated. The beats where roasted just right and thinly sliced. My favorite part of the dish was the blue cheese cream. Hopefully I can get this recipe from the chef. The candied pecan gave you just enough sweetness to balance out the tang of the blue cheese. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pM25iJmvf_I/Vz5dXRu3OZI/AAAAAAAAwok/x-2tWsY_8Ls/s1600-h/IMG_7992%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7992 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7992 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XyfoDZ_QOH4/Vz5dXxVdMqI/AAAAAAAAwoo/5b1eIXuakAk/IMG_7992%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>For the main course we dined on fresh Lemon Sole with mashed potatoes, lemon caper sauce and green beans. The fish was freshly flown in and stuffed whole with lemons and herbs in parchment paper. Accompanying the fish was a well balanced lemon caper sauce. If I was a lone I might have licked the plate and probably asked for extra sauce just so I could soak it all up with a roll! It’s hard to find a place that cooks fish just right and this is a place that knows how to do it. It came out so moist and flaky I tried not to eat it fast and enjoy every bite. <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--GqVbcATKQs/Vz5dYD6QYtI/AAAAAAAAwos/6IxK478qvQI/s1600-h/IMG_7999%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7999 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7999 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1NewOaSy3Js/Vz5dYtbgOtI/AAAAAAAAwow/yMKtVC1D79I/IMG_7999%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lDWD24YRwpk/Vz5dY1t_5jI/AAAAAAAAwo0/9u9N85nl5s4/s1600-h/IMG_7996%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7996 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7996 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KTR4L9tq4X8/Vz5dZG9A7eI/AAAAAAAAwo4/dgRc_nd1TeU/IMG_7996%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Dessert ended our night with home made Profiteroles with vanilla ice cream and hot chocolate sauce. You can’t go wrong with a dessert that’s made all from scratch! The pastry is light and flaky, topped with creamy ice cream and a hot chocolate sauce with nuts on top. Yum yum and more yum! <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-S1_bq15AJlE/Vz5dZq9aGTI/AAAAAAAAwo8/4OHWgPgnK04/s1600-h/IMG_8003%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8003 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8003 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hFF9QfbAcMc/Vz5dZ83mKPI/AAAAAAAAwpA/eQpqYpz9qOg/IMG_8003%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Overall my favorite course would happen to be the fish. I can’t stop thinking of it and how well it tasted married with the lemon caper sauce. <p>I can’t wait to come back and enjoy a wine pairing dinner, wine tasting or just a simple meal from their menu. Be sure to check out the web page or Facebook for upcoming events. <p>Thank you to Agnes for letting me partner up with you, Chef Manuel for hosting us and all of the foodies in our new club! Stay tuned for our monthly dinner review coming soon. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kuL4I1kraGI/Vz5daF_vUqI/AAAAAAAAwpE/vVTJcdKH8Ek/s1600-h/IMG_8005%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_8005 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_8005 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9VaVUxIOJPU/Vz5danjpGCI/AAAAAAAAwpI/_5GFI6Ubcn8/IMG_8005%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-66962454347948701592016-05-09T17:31:00.000-07:002016-08-04T17:38:20.219-07:00Cocohodo<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mrsyJ6ffTCA/V6Pf8sZPkjI/AAAAAAAAxuo/OVKo4bXuzvY/s1600-h/IMG_7606%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7606 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_7606 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VYg3RylPals/V6Pf9Ic9ptI/AAAAAAAAxus/4N7CR_R8qRw/IMG_7606%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p><a href="http://cocohodo.us/" target="_blank">Cocohodo</a> just opened up and we gave it a try after lunch right next door. I heard they had really good coffee and sweets. They also have a small outdoor patio for when the weather is nice. We sat outside since we had kids with us. The menu offered a nice selection of breakfast crepes, savory crepes, sweet crepes, ice cream and sorbets. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-e9WKcWFVl6Q/V6Pf9l12xVI/AAAAAAAAxuw/6c3Lk-0vprw/s1600-h/IMG_7607%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7607 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7607 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9FkKRgOOllo/V6Pf978dL8I/AAAAAAAAxu0/BsUcTmUcQg0/IMG_7607%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We ordered the Nutella Ice Cream $4.99 (2 scoops and a pastry). The ice cream was good for sure, nice and silky smooth. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rAvjJGPd-a8/V6Pf-X4HV1I/AAAAAAAAxu4/WVS8ujGs1rE/s1600-h/IMG_7600%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_7600 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_7600 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-CEsVFvgESVU/V6Pf-zsJ67I/AAAAAAAAxu8/lMEiLbiSbis/IMG_7600%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>It’s a little pricy from what I remember everything ranges from $5-$10. It’s a nice date spot or meeting spot or even a quiet spot to get some work done. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-58572453752124933142016-03-21T18:22:00.000-07:002016-04-13T16:57:28.942-07:00La Balance Cuisine Wine Dinner<a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qwiZ8FfTc0c/Vw7cgbVZDwI/AAAAAAAAwQ4/g3VPa6VUBpY/s1600-h/IMG_6189-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6189 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; display: block; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_6189 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--1hIECLFhV4/Vw7chhPEbtI/AAAAAAAAwQ8/n29YbHGg_I0/IMG_6189-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a> <p>We visited La Balance a few times before and the food has always been spot on. This was our fist wine dinner here (priced at $89 a person). </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1cTqDrw5_4E/Vw7ci_ZqAkI/AAAAAAAAwRA/eRcfZZvTKV8/s1600-h/IMG_6190-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6190 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6190 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-O-qlSJUuBmM/Vw7ckIQZdMI/AAAAAAAAwRE/WoyZFtxRkn4/IMG_6190-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UWXs4E_HpDU/Vw7cl9weVhI/AAAAAAAAwRI/OrJPj6n8J6g/s1600-h/IMG_6191-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6191 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6191 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_3me-3m4At4/Vw7cnPewOgI/AAAAAAAAwRM/NxVm8G9XBCs/IMG_6191-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>While we waited for the dinner to begin we where welcomed with a glass of Barone Fini Valdadige. Normally we are not fans of Pinot Grigio, but this was a really good one. They also passed out little quiches, nothing special, but tasty none the less. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hqqcIrercKs/Vw7cpO8CovI/AAAAAAAAwRQ/WxiwaT9uAZo/s1600-h/IMG_6192-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6192 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6192 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nZMs7QsxDoc/Vw7cp-kOeLI/AAAAAAAAwRU/GQ6GKe3bCrI/IMG_6192-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4cD7Nj2bX38/Vw7cq1zRecI/AAAAAAAAwRY/Ue7dBa0Ow7c/s1600-h/IMG_6195-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6195 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6195 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vYwfTWi1YNs/Vw7cr5xf1RI/AAAAAAAAwRc/BX20Clp_6dI/IMG_6195-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-W8qO42Pt0zA/Vw7cs8jtazI/AAAAAAAAwRg/VMhtRiBV96Y/s1600-h/IMG_6197-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6197 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6197 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0Yu0CYtQe80/Vw7ctaON6wI/AAAAAAAAwRk/m-2cEnwTiCw/IMG_6197-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>First Course – Gazpacho (honey dew, green tomatoes and crab cake), paired with Donati Unoaked Chardonnay Sisters Forever. I’m not a huge tomato fan, but you tasted more of the honeydew. This cold gazpacho was really good topped with a warm crab cake. I loved the presentation with the crab cake elevated on a slice of honeydew underneath. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-d6-pV4XCys4/Vw7ctnwsuXI/AAAAAAAAwRo/N9awGOAwN0c/s1600-h/IMG_6198-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6198 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6198 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1XOy0K8fKAY/Vw7cuN51aPI/AAAAAAAAwRs/Q0GPuq2A0Yc/IMG_6198-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Zl3nxcCqN-U/Vw7cumG0h7I/AAAAAAAAwRw/rav0ZkeSxzk/s1600-h/IMG_6199-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6199 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6199 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cCnTWRuAOPI/Vw7cu7ORptI/AAAAAAAAwR0/-giln2D_Klw/IMG_6199-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8vhROPENAuM/Vw7cvZ6arVI/AAAAAAAAwR4/RYDDRZwXQVQ/s1600-h/IMG_6196-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6196 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6196 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-D7KgmID41SU/Vw7cwEb2LyI/AAAAAAAAwR8/BEO6fnA-jeU/IMG_6196-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>Second Course – Duck Confit Raviolis (huckleberries red wine sauce), paired with Donati Claret Paicines. Not the prettiest dish, but the flavor OH THE FLAVOR! Wow you could taste the love from the time it took to for the duck to cook down. The huckleberry red wine reduction was the cherry on top! I can’t rave about this dish enough. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Yd-8ruXtD6o/Vw7cwnjK9JI/AAAAAAAAwSA/KqpbGQUgfA0/s1600-h/IMG_6200-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6200 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6200 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mtC0QVrEyTI/Vw7cxHmNzYI/AAAAAAAAwSE/8u8MVtcOEjI/IMG_6200-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7Tmw58gh5cE/Vw7cxgqprQI/AAAAAAAAwSI/ljHpWw9wLxo/s1600-h/IMG_6201-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6201 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6201 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yLnbjjvlzIo/Vw7cxzImGUI/AAAAAAAAwSM/kA7Z-MLbGy8/IMG_6201-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>Third Course – Striped Black Bass (oyster mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, dressed in its own jus), paired with Donati Sauvignon Blanc Dry Creek. The fish was cooked perfectly! The biggest treat for me was the jus sauce from the oyster mushrooms. I’m pretty sure I came close to licking the bowl to get the last drop.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XXXcv2owLaI/Vw7cyZc0IXI/AAAAAAAAwSQ/5rwq4xvMwEo/s1600-h/IMG_6204-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6204 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6204 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PyXbJMugvKk/Vw7cy1yibJI/AAAAAAAAwSU/csCNinfZfQc/IMG_6204-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pUOkY7LCGcU/Vw7czLeKSiI/AAAAAAAAwSY/jydZs4e3Qpc/s1600-h/IMG_6202-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6202 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6202 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UlMsroPTT_o/Vw7czlCMx4I/AAAAAAAAwSc/JTMks4jpoKk/IMG_6202-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>Fourth Course – Buffalo N.Y. Strip (Lyonnais potatoes, blue cheese foam), paired with Donati Ezio Cabernet Blend Paicines. No complaints on this course either. The only thing is I could have used a little more foam. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-oGVUjB6ppR8/Vw7c0J3FgtI/AAAAAAAAwSg/ZfiviFqbE4Y/s1600-h/IMG_6208-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6208 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6208 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HLkV88JYk0Y/Vw7c0nfZOmI/AAAAAAAAwSk/OstkUGKPLAo/IMG_6208-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-n9KtMUI55T0/Vw7c1D5geII/AAAAAAAAwSo/j_SAyljuTaY/s1600-h/IMG_6207-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6207 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6207 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7oGwMlBq7uQ/Vw7c2M9n2YI/AAAAAAAAwSs/CyYo3Oq98Pk/IMG_6207-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>Fifth Course – Sorbet (assorted fruit sorbets), paired with Donati Cabernet Sauvignon Paicines. After talking to the chef I totally have to agree with him. They wine guy brought the wrong one, which didn’t pair with the dessert at all! I couldn’t get enough of this home made sorbets the raspberry was my favorite it tasted just like cherries. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-BOun_32nbs8/Vw7c2xaRiYI/AAAAAAAAwSw/heWgLWJPfVo/s1600-h/IMG_6210-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6210 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6210 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_l-SzMqOr7I/Vw7c3xXQtnI/AAAAAAAAwS0/LUlEfZJvNpo/IMG_6210-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jsd9Z6qZc_s/Vw7c4UmD82I/AAAAAAAAwS4/WYxqy1HUL0Q/s1600-h/IMG_6209-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6209 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6209 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-op2S9NOukBM/Vw7c46jMrMI/AAAAAAAAwS8/5GgSRpz-1BA/IMG_6209-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>Meet the Chef – Huge thank you to Chef Manuel for an unforgettable meal and taking time out to talk to all the tables personally. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jZLQhigZXbo/Vw7c5V1xHGI/AAAAAAAAwTA/o3arqM9a2oI/s1600-h/IMG_6212-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_6212 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_6212 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-WYv06iVhTyM/Vw7c57VbjdI/AAAAAAAAwTE/1dMPPt9FqYw/IMG_6212-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>Overall I have to say this is up there as one of the best food and wine pairings we have had. The food is spot on and made with love. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-41016818386011408662016-02-26T18:11:00.000-08:002016-04-13T06:14:39.692-07:00Peska Seafood & Culture<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-FOs9GKU2Hso/Vw5GCId7VcI/AAAAAAAAwOw/zgJinPr6P-A/s1600-h/IMG_4826-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4826 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; display: block; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_4826 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rpgTZS7mYdQ/Vw5GCveiePI/AAAAAAAAwO0/Fo_kNHmRmAE/IMG_4826-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.peska.us/">Peska Seafood & Culture</a> is located off Post Oak near the Galleria in town. We almost passed it up, they are next to Whole Foods on the bottom level of an office building. </p> <p>As you walk inside you see of the “market” items available. You can buy all the ingredients including fresh seafood and take it home to cook yourself. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_VdyrJwv_zs/Vw5GDFaMM6I/AAAAAAAAwO4/JQTUDrkAY0o/s1600-h/IMG_4827-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4827 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4827 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-thscFK5AJ7c/Vw5GDrksdKI/AAAAAAAAwO8/rOzPq0k1tlk/IMG_4827-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Once seated while we looked over the menu they brought out some rolls with butter. The butter was topped with a herb blend. A little too much for me, but it was a nice change to just plain butter. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-05vPRn4Mt_I/Vw5GENQyK4I/AAAAAAAAwPA/NcQ9uyXVdJw/s1600-h/IMG_4828-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4828 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4828 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Xm1VblHjPfU/Vw5GEj9gMoI/AAAAAAAAwPE/lfjiC1BFtQc/IMG_4828-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-guFgHsKui1A/Vw5GFIbLN2I/AAAAAAAAwPI/gCkAOi-HCjs/s1600-h/IMG_4832-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4832 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4832 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8AKLnMEJPFo/Vw5GFkBQWUI/AAAAAAAAwPM/l08cvE1aSEE/IMG_4832-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We where also brought a fish crudité. I forgot what type of fish they used, but it got us excited for the meal to come. </p> <p align="center"> <a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GUBQj7aFlMM/Vw5GGPoEmhI/AAAAAAAAwPQ/zQcG9w6RywU/s1600-h/IMG_4829-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4829 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4829 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-E64c_pl5ghs/Vw5GGokKe7I/AAAAAAAAwPU/9uCQA2BSfQ4/IMG_4829-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>The waiter brought out a huge platter with all the fresh seafood on the menu tonight for us to see. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-TqoCt2qKLlg/Vw5GGxeyKvI/AAAAAAAAwPY/XYx4WHFMq8Y/s1600-h/IMG_4831-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4831 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4831 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4pfqgyxVavw/Vw5GHasWLWI/AAAAAAAAwPc/tjh5f1eeuag/IMG_4831-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We decided to start with the Sea Urchin $23. This was on my bucket list of items to try in my lifetime and I was beyond excited to finally give it a try, When the platter came it was a little overwhelming. Basically you take a little urchin and add the desired toppings for your bite. They had such things as pickled veggie, red onion, ponzu and jalapeno. There really isn’t any taste to the sea urchin so I see why they have so many condiments to add. I thought it would be super fishy, but it was really light and refreshing. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--NqYeY71SQU/Vw5GHyfn-QI/AAAAAAAAwPg/fjvnehYWm1s/s1600-h/IMG_4834-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4834 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4834 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EnEcZiFwFv0/Vw5GIQwMkxI/AAAAAAAAwPk/-MHoT4v4z50/IMG_4834-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IAEWN9GxhD8/Vw5GI8hsofI/AAAAAAAAwPo/qa1-9RVCzms/s1600-h/IMG_4835-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4835 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4835 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-WfzAM4nyfj8/Vw5GJQ3ieGI/AAAAAAAAwPs/75wgmCEtmG8/IMG_4835-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--9ESIhI2T6U/Vw5GJtu7kpI/AAAAAAAAwPw/AmhPiSeo-y4/s1600-h/IMG_4836-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4836 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4836 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--yUsBYDCUU4/Vw5GKOPFwII/AAAAAAAAwP0/Yo-S7RsAsls/IMG_4836-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We also ordered the Yucateco Ceviche $15 (lime juice, octopus, shrimp, conch, habanero sauce, avocado, cilantro. Holy mother is the habanero sauce no joke it’s pretty spicy. We like heat so we gobbled it down. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-aJdXCwQ0npI/Vw5GKg1cK8I/AAAAAAAAwP4/G3LqDyFZEBo/s1600-h/IMG_4833-600x8003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4833 (600x800)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4833 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--GJzSQGeFcA/Vw5GLKy9crI/AAAAAAAAwP8/YkTawLHnqoo/IMG_4833-600x800_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>Red Snapper with Talla Sauce $28 per pound ours ended up being $70 total. Little more than I would like to spend on a fish, but it was really tasty. They brought us a sample of all the sauces they offer as well. The Talla Sauce we chose was still the best for this fish, it had a nice smoky taste from the grill. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-PhrpqhFsg3E/Vw5GLvj_tDI/AAAAAAAAwQA/fbn6HljJXv4/s1600-h/IMG_4840-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4840 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4840 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QJhvm56LCus/Vw5GL_JgjoI/AAAAAAAAwQE/GuiM4Ueb4Ig/IMG_4840-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ghSYVZNFnwk/Vw5GMauwjDI/AAAAAAAAwQI/7h6Qq8qsBcs/s1600-h/IMG_4843-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4843 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4843 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RW32XGMPloA/Vw5GMzVnI1I/AAAAAAAAwQM/D9z1GzD9gXg/IMG_4843-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2W6s2D63jlw/Vw5GNYPYkYI/AAAAAAAAwQQ/VhgsrNdKra8/s1600-h/IMG_4845-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4845 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4845 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-yL5JCGhJyEE/Vw5GNwC-s-I/AAAAAAAAwQU/Bqd-4LuD5zc/IMG_4845-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Pappardelle Al Mare $29 Added Freshwater Prawns $35 (Calamari, Little Neck Clams, Garlic, White Wine, Butter, Parsley). We probably didn’t need to add on the freshwater prawns, but how could you not? They are like a little mini lobster. Cooked perfectly on the grill and melts right in your mouth!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-E3GnzHrR7TY/Vw5GOYBzLVI/AAAAAAAAwQY/1UWO_H8NtQA/s1600-h/IMG_4842-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4842 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4842 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3XuwB7ETyVo/Vw5GOr-oElI/AAAAAAAAwQc/Vt_GQLmTN5U/IMG_4842-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Truffle Mashed Potatoes $7. Mmmmm whipped to perfection, and covered with plenty of truffle oil, you won’t be disappointed with this side dish. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-eNyKW32aUoQ/Vw5GPJlr7eI/AAAAAAAAwQg/WgFRspyM_8A/s1600-h/IMG_4844-800x6003.jpg"><img title="IMG_4844 (800x600)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_4844 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qYazZOMVN2s/Vw5GPvxEqZI/AAAAAAAAwQk/s2edplr2VOY/IMG_4844-800x600_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We ended up tallying up a $200 bill, but it was totally worth it. I would love to go back (and spend less) next time. This place is great and they know how to cook seafood perfectly. I can’t wait to try some other dishes in the future. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-39383777784348805062016-01-23T01:00:00.000-08:002016-01-24T15:09:23.150-08:00Old Chicago Pizza and Taproom<p> </p> <p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dOVPkWeH6b4/VqVZS5l-SuI/AAAAAAAAvZI/kUcL6HPMgUg/s1600-h/IMG_2287%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2287 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_2287 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cndFwZ5aTc4/VqVZTdQsVpI/AAAAAAAAvZM/_h4-qdTb2Q0/IMG_2287%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.oldchicago.com/">Old Chicago Pizza and Taproom</a> is celebrating their 40th anniversary this year. I recently got to swing by their new location in Katy, Texas and see what all the hype is about. I must say the hype is worth it!! They have a great location and I got word from the manager that the President of the company was in town looking to add 4-6 new locations to the Houston market. The only issue I see is they could use a larger space. </p> <p>The inside space is nicely done and not overwhelmed by annoying ads and junk everywhere. The tvs are great to catch whatever games are on and it’s family friendly so we didn’t feel it leaned to far adult for being a later meal with kids there. They even have nice large tags hung on the taps to let you know what they are tapped out of. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cRmKifVs-eY/VqVZT_fqz_I/AAAAAAAAvZU/HgjMu0isUJc/s1600-h/IMG_3423%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3423 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3423 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vVb0mZ9vseQ/VqVZUrd_8FI/AAAAAAAAvZc/tcKysxgtxD0/IMG_3423%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-FrY_yejZWtw/VqVZVJsSuII/AAAAAAAAvZk/T6s6OaFmDQI/s1600-h/IMG_3424%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3424 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3424 (800x600)" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAf4RAHdP1WMpnGgCWfrZOa2KkshBNykGjbaKabxIRZS4EZAA-QMlRg7gxEZ8HtApH_xX8AHm7qbaGqbhLcBv-4QGlZy7fWec7c2FoKwvDMZ1oFuZYe6eM-N8zuLEwkvhMO4v8TXY4yts/?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We arrived at 6:45pm and it was pretty crowed as expected for a Friday night. To fill the time we waited at the bar for 30 minutes before being seated, but it allowed us to sample a few beers. By the time we where seated the hostess was telling people it was a 45 minute - 1 hour wait. My advice arrive around 6pm or 8pm!</p> <p>D ordered the 8th Wonder Dream Shake $5.50 and I got the Oskar Blues Death By Coconut $6.50. Holy smokes was that coconut one good, so it I went to order another one and it tapped out! The bartenders are some of the better ones I’ve come across they have a great knowledge of the beers and flavors as well as just general conversation so you don’t keep glancing up at each other awkwardly. I did find out later from the manager that they go through an extensive training with videos and learning about all the beers. Makes sense as they recommend things based on what we ordered rather than trying to sell us the same Blow Joe basic beer. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lKGBDvLSGqM/VqVZVxJy69I/AAAAAAAAvZ0/NrF2o7aqVhw/s1600-h/IMG_3425%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3425 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3425 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RlVv_gwglUY/VqVZWdsJozI/AAAAAAAAvZ8/vgpU9l5tLxM/IMG_3425%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>In the age of all the technology I was pleasantly surprised to see a wall plug charging area at our booth. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinK-QecCWHdlLQfJ5aamN0J4xe40nvK1oH-KmU6ysgsfsR_T7n617cKr8jZ0cM4lEJhQDxUUYc8wor__JJ4_Bgy8xjcskgLx99T54dSNJDX0hKLE_X63tbZbmcZCyomQUaf5xvymbf3_k/s1600-h/IMG_3432%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3432 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3432 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3CjxC1tH1fQ/VqVZXAC4opI/AAAAAAAAvaM/67Uja6wQEkg/IMG_3432%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>We started off with appetizers which both arrived within 10 minutes of ordering them. First up the SICILIAN PEPPERONI ROLLS™ $8.29 (Signature dough with pepperoni, green onions and cheese. Baked and served with pizza sauce.) This is a great appetizer if you want pizza, but really wanted to order something else. The dough is nice and soft and they had a perfect amount of dipping sauce accompanying it. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_8Dw3mh5uJM/VqVZXtyVqJI/AAAAAAAAvaU/YLBZP7zC58Q/s1600-h/IMG_3429%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3429 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3429 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-l_xDc3vy2M4/VqVZXy_cvpI/AAAAAAAAvac/688y22_Clao/IMG_3429%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>HAND TOSSED CHICKEN WINGS $6.29 for 5 boneless wings we got the SCREAMING MANGO Flavor (Sweet mango spiked with habañero and fresh jalapeño). To me these seemed like they where ready first and sat out a little so they lost their crispyness. The sauce was evenly coated on them and had heat, but not burn your tastebuds off. I’m still a wing fan so I would totally order these again and buy the sauce if they ever sold it like other chains do!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tpRTSnDEee8/VqVZYYchvvI/AAAAAAAAvak/fOO-ZJtymus/s1600-h/IMG_3430%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3430 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3430 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-53N90Fl5ZHY/VqVZY7DlwVI/AAAAAAAAvas/me2IZFnhIPU/IMG_3430%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>About 20 minutes later our entrees arrived. D ordered the STUPID SPICY BURGER $10.99 (Seared with blackening spice, topped with a stupid spicy blend of sautéed jalapeño slices, onions, and crushed red peppers, then finished with pepper jack cheese and crispy breaded jalapeño slices. Served on a toasted bun slathered with jalapeño cream cheese, lettuce and tomato.) This burger is a mouthful for sure, but in a good way. It’s spicy, but not over the top where you can't finish it. The meat is nice and tender. Be sure to ask for a trio of sauces for the fries, you have an option to pick one, but oddly enough the one we would have picked we wouldn’t have been as happy with. Also on a side night I would love for them to sell the fried jalapenos….mmmmm so good!!</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GSU4FtlDjuk/VqVZZeLLfnI/AAAAAAAAva4/0csC0itb5WY/s1600-h/IMG_3434%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3434 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3434 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-p0Z9qnWF9iY/VqVZZ5vp7nI/AAAAAAAAva8/3rGRc9Zg5q4/IMG_3434%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8C-Gt23uW7k/VqVZaJi7ErI/AAAAAAAAvbE/CoBbzswhfB0/s1600-h/IMG_3435%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3435 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3435 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Izpua3z_l7I/VqVZalBMvyI/AAAAAAAAvbM/KJA0XvPZXaQ/IMG_3435%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2XDMpb8Q3H4/VqVZbOuQvPI/AAAAAAAAvbU/uHYupDSHV2M/s1600-h/IMG_3436%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3436 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3436 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-COron4GFf30/VqVZbWcIs9I/AAAAAAAAvbc/ZvKNqZwKDqs/IMG_3436%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I ordered the TUSCAN CHICKEN WITH SPINACH $12.49 for Thick Crust and Small Size (Lemon garlic sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, applewood-spiced chicken, bruschetta tomatoes and roasted garlic. Topped with fresh spinach tossed in a lemon vinaigrette.) I happened to love this pizza! Don’t shy away from it with the list of odd combo ingredients. The spinach salad on top is to die for! I could have eaten a bowl of that it was offered as a salad option. Having a bite of pizza with that freshness on top really creates a whole new twist on traditional pizzas and adds a punch that sends it over the top. My only complaint was that the chicken seemed a little dried out.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-y3d_ppaL4Qc/VqVZb1jbCdI/AAAAAAAAvbk/YKlhLwZo3gs/s1600-h/IMG_3433%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3433 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3433 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Vaa9fItzFTo/VqVZcQpOTjI/AAAAAAAAvbs/PMVPeb6Is9A/IMG_3433%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Dessert came out 20 minutes after ordering and we got their WARM CINNAMON CRUNCH ROLLS $4.79 (Fresh, warm cinnamon rolls topped with a caramel sauce, cream cheese frosting and cinnamon crunch topping.) This is perfect for 2-3 people to share, maybe even 4 if you don’t want a huge hunk. There was a punch of cinnamon flavor, but I would probably try another dessert next time as this one seemed to be a little dried out like it was baked earlier and reheated it or it was over baked. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSOjKl29flVgcgAlFcw5PIYWCYRKpH8BCGTdoGw5k7rbXCjx866XcWUU3YfERSmq6BStZJJjxpYKw902Jd4eTxMwnAc9gzTqTVdoTmHyDu30A8XCJurfs7mP_YKslSXfbxfsjDAhHKm70/s1600-h/IMG_3438%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3438 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3438 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-TVn5x_kM0d8/VqVZdU0HFrI/AAAAAAAAvb8/E1ykChItvME/IMG_3438%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-X1OUKu5oZvU/VqVZd_4oSYI/AAAAAAAAvcE/emB22PHdSW8/s1600-h/IMG_3439%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3439 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3439 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-JGvFrqkhaKw/VqVZeElG5ZI/AAAAAAAAvcM/cwwdThpyEWQ/IMG_3439%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I loved the special touches they do with your leftover containers. It’s awesome how it was nicely labeled with the date and what is in the box. Not something I've seen before. (Not that my fridge is packed full of leftover containers, but if you had multiple items I could see the convenience.)</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--XpDtJvfWQ0/VqVZerlbWxI/AAAAAAAAvcU/m9e18KIwNfA/s1600-h/IMG_3437%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3437 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3437 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-24CKQV6fDtw/VqVZe1xXGrI/AAAAAAAAvcc/ncMzkH5PSgA/IMG_3437%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>You will also want to be sure to sign up for their rewards program. The app is pretty neat too, to keep up with your beer tours. You earn points that add up to free stuff. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-famheu2ne3Q/VqVZfgBWVdI/AAAAAAAAvck/_kw0oNzLp48/s1600-h/IMG_3427%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3427 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3427 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-BfG-nCnZJO0/VqVZfxTeHyI/AAAAAAAAvcs/G4uiHji2elw/IMG_3427%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>If you’re interested in testing them out for happy hour they look like they have a great line up. I did hear from several people I talked to there that on special beer tap nights that start usually at 6pm they are tapped out rather quickly so be sure to get there a little early. Once you sign up for the rewards program you’ll get all the special taps and events they host.</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-3jxHjnqoy1Q/VqVZgYblKuI/AAAAAAAAvc0/erZmmof2Z8E/s1600-h/IMG_3428%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3428 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_3428 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xXL6-8xN1ZE/VqVZggCQk5I/AAAAAAAAvc8/aD90-Z4IUWY/IMG_3428%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p>As a comparison it’s a cross between BJ’s Restaurant and World of Beer. Their menu has just enough variety offering something for everyone, without being overwhelmed by too many choices. The wait can be a little long with the crowd, but rest asure you won’t see lazy waiters here sitting around talking and on their phones. I never saw them stand still!</p> <p>A special thank you to the managers Lucas and Scott for sharing the Old Chicago experience with us and a special shout out to our awesome waiter Breion who goes out of his way to make sure everything is perfect, as well as including his shadow trainee Seth. </p> <p>I can’t wait to go back and enjoy a beer as well as some of their other food items, it’s worth a stop in if you haven’t been!!</p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-89059444058694916722016-01-10T16:30:00.000-08:002016-09-24T13:34:16.651-07:00Crown & Anchor Pub<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-OYZnkYNCClI/V-bjNhM6_KI/AAAAAAAAyi4/sVuYZeJQmuU/s1600-h/IMG_2934%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2934 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_2934 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UlZpI_p1IT0/V-bjN0Xet0I/AAAAAAAAyi8/ZGinWh_yxXg/IMG_2934%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>So you can’t always believe what you read online. Shocker I know! <a href="http://crownandanchorpub.com/" target="_blank">Crown & Anchor Pub</a> was listed as pet and kid friendly, although when we walked in it wasn’t as kid friendly as I thought. Thankfully we went right when they opened and the place was dead. Soon after college kids started to trickle in and the games where on all the big screens. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC0SIIPztelB91LxFhanB_w5LRzcLg_iqXJjg-oOY1JES72M2b88Kn4xvSDiPs1ELz3WEsXrhPQYJI9cosRj1YiEMZJzK1z2Se0UUJBB8sgDsr-LPsXZdjN7NMM7mHBeJZuJxu_dYp4rg/s1600-h/IMG_2933%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2933 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2933 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HhfWZTa6Ffw/V-bjOwwDy7I/AAAAAAAAyjE/F6kLRbroOkE/IMG_2933%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7_7GkKaryxk/V-bjPcqfiwI/AAAAAAAAyjI/9-OafYO1S4A/s1600-h/IMG_2938%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2938 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2938 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9EvmbLElXso/V-bjPgo-ghI/AAAAAAAAyjM/YMjoo9vAqxs/IMG_2938%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-d-Uuv7DlEeQ/V-bjQK63PgI/AAAAAAAAyjQ/k9OoYP2HJCs/s1600-h/IMG_2939%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2939 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2939 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6s5Ws-_RxCk/V-bjQSDHX_I/AAAAAAAAyjU/X57oAEYTXVI/IMG_2939%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>The food was good just not the best burger I’ve ever eaten. Luckily it’s a cheap eat. </p> <p>Cheeseburger and Fries $5.75</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_BAOGPuYsjugRckc73rZc09wm9ykg2GHEzvP0HZZt0rH1YqHD3f2ev0M6M2IIqp78O8oobSJKfk3Am_0jQtAMvcI-PPh66Zrm8g0I9t_sAiaI9XpaGlz6u-4Hc6IJLIHR0NvHIOn1ZHE/s1600-h/IMG_2936%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2936 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2936 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-FlnBHx4dAPw/V-bjRTfE_lI/AAAAAAAAyjc/26grZ3SdHnY/IMG_2936%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Bacon Cheeseburger and Fries $6.50</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--ZUJYX1zm5g/V-bjRshujRI/AAAAAAAAyjg/r8_lPNYaDps/s1600-h/IMG_2937%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2937 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2937 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cNWHWuq56ac/V-bjSAZCpeI/AAAAAAAAyjk/i8JmZOUuEcY/IMG_2937%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>I won’t be rushing back here. If I was younger and wanted a sports bar it would be a great hangout spot, just not the family joint I was hoping for. </p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1359289179230403277.post-90070841691332568292015-12-22T01:00:00.000-08:002015-12-31T11:51:55.940-08:00Brick & Mortar<p><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0Zhekafjab0/VoWHIaP6_YI/AAAAAAAAvKM/SWcSopwgko0/s1600-h/IMG_2450%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2450 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_2450 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fWWS06bL9cQ/VoWHI8ZF3qI/AAAAAAAAvKQ/Pz3OxA_1wjM/IMG_2450%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Tonight we tried a new place which oddly enough is attached to a furniture store. It really doesn’t bother me considering how many places I’ve eaten within a mall, strip center, airport ect., but to some people it’s a big deal. I think it’s because it’s pushing to be more upscale casual and when you think about it furniture stores don’t usually scream that. I have to say after dinner it was nice walking through the store since there are so many attactions to see there like the monkies, fish and decor they had out for the holiday’s. <a href="http://www.brickmortarkitchen.com/">Brick & Mortar</a> is actually part of the family who owns the furniture store so why not expand like this? </p> <p>It’s a trendy contemporary feel to it with the added “farm to table” advertisement which means we can charge more, and that’s exactally what they did. After seeing our check after dinner I don’t think I would be coming back unless it’s for their happy hour (everyday 4-7pm bar and lounge and patio area). Don’t plan on bringing the kids either it’s $10 for all kid items! </p> <p>We started with the Tater Tots $12 (Texas cheddar cheese sauce, house made chorizo, pickeled jalapenos). The cheese sauce was really nice and thick, and due to the lack of tator tots in there you almost could have gotten a side of chips to eat the extra cheese with. Totally not worth $12 in my opinion due to the small portion. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YIWAt7VxtfI/VoWHJcUcWQI/AAAAAAAAvKY/53-3dUpl294/s1600-h/IMG_2452%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2452 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2452 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xFcXnbjoj7w/VoWHJjCHpNI/AAAAAAAAvKg/P5GMPmabJDk/IMG_2452%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>For the main dishes I have 4 to share with you since we where out with friends. First up the Braised Short Ribs $21 (grits, roasted cippolini onions, charred green onion, rosemary, bleu cheese). The bleu cheese had no relation to the dish I almost wish they left this off and added more grits. The ribs where really nice and tender. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XziGaLOWZe0/VoWHKAHOc5I/AAAAAAAAvKo/qYRbNYArzNE/s1600-h/IMG_2456%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2456 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2456 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xeMC_OkJJyA/VoWHKmWo4AI/AAAAAAAAvKw/pSY2MLXurO8/IMG_2456%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Next the Grilled Lamb Chops $24 (mushroom bordelaise, roasted new potatoes). This was probably the only dish worth ordering again at this price. You got a nice large serving of lamb and it was cooked right to perfection. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-F-27uUe1G6A/VoWHKxRyK1I/AAAAAAAAvK4/ItWND1jvIeA/s1600-h/IMG_2454%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2454 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2454 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-33nXUBVuuII/VoWHLi5X4uI/AAAAAAAAvLE/cM3bvlqRgXI/IMG_2454%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Pork Chop $20 (Vanilla brine, haricot verts, mashed potatoes, champagne vinaigrette, marcona almonds). Let’s just say the best part of the dish was the champagne vinaigrette and you could use more of it because the pork chop was dried out. I did like that it was a thick cut, but they need a meat thermomitor becuase it was overcooked. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dkmEnxsosXQ/VoWHME3VYoI/AAAAAAAAvLI/UrWoef3wACY/s1600-h/IMG_2455%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2455 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2455 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9EPbcc0DjqU/VoWHMuYh_GI/AAAAAAAAvLQ/k__prTSSaT4/IMG_2455%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Lastly the BMK Burger $15 (Texas white cheddar, pickled onion, butter lettuce, garlic aioli fries). The burger was really juicy and I would go back just to have that again. Not at the $15 price, but at the $7 happy hour price. They also make their own ketchup here which was really good. </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-7tier4yGN5U/VoWHMyTTy3I/AAAAAAAAvLY/ELoET1HrkUA/s1600-h/IMG_2457%252520%252528800x600%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2457 (800x600)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_2457 (800x600)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5NGZRx60F-4/VoWHN1HfKfI/AAAAAAAAvLk/ESBluy5SjO4/IMG_2457%252520%252528800x600%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184"></a></p> <p>Overall I’m not itching to go back unless I’m in the area for happy hour. They need to adjust some of the pricing for what you get there. Here’s a copy of their menu for lunch and dinner: (Did you catch it’s exactally the same? haha)</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-SKO0cL2d2lQ/VoWHOSsqbTI/AAAAAAAAvLo/Og8PElkaGhU/s1600-h/IMG_1618%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1618 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1618 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-SVsGz-A42TM/VoWHPaOKMpI/AAAAAAAAvL0/I33y311_mbM/IMG_1618%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Zgv20DJX4Hk/VoWHPnaIoJI/AAAAAAAAvL8/glCGv1TZnsg/s1600-h/IMG_1619%252520%252528600x800%252529%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1619 (600x800)" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="IMG_1619 (600x800)" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Dds_kd0nZWE/VoWHQesTdAI/AAAAAAAAvMA/9HqXfwg8t0g/IMG_1619%252520%252528600x800%252529_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p>Alliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11269346538470620296noreply@blogger.com0