I already knew Washington DC had a wealth of excellent restaurants and had tried several. But just a few days prior to our DC trip, my wife found the Michelin guide to DC. A trip had been planned weeks before to take three days to enjoy the capital city. The guide added inspiration for Michelin … [Read more...] about Michelin Dining In DC: Roadtrip For Food
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In Search of America’s Best Sushi
My introduction to sushi was at a party back in the 1990s and did not go well. A tray was going around that looked like innocent snacks and I grabbed and gulped one. Instantly my brain’s alarm system went off saying, “This tastes like crap!” I wouldn't even consider eating sushi for several years … [Read more...] about In Search of America’s Best Sushi
Novak’s: Oregon Ethnic Dining Hungarian Style
One of the benefits of eating at an ethnic restaurant is you can take a trip to another country without leaving the U.S. On a trip to Oregon we had dinner at Novak’s in Albany. Novak’s Hungarian restaurant is the only Hungarian restaurant in Oregon and offers a taste of the old country. It’s a … [Read more...] about Novak’s: Oregon Ethnic Dining Hungarian Style
Crested Butte, Colorado: Slogar, Best Chicken Dinner Ever
Colorado’s ski resorts are some of the best in the world. Some of them even have a real “Old West” town as a bonus. Crested Butte is one of my favorite for that reason. A walk along the core of this high altitude remnant of Colorado’s mining days will reveal dozens of homes and buildings from the … [Read more...] about Crested Butte, Colorado: Slogar, Best Chicken Dinner Ever
Denver International Airport: Best Restaurants
When Denver International Airport (DIA) opened in February 1995 I was excited to fly out of this ultra-modern airport. Little did I know the restaurants would be one of the best aspects of this tented airport in the prairie. There was a time when travelers trapped in an airport had only crappy food … [Read more...] about Denver International Airport: Best Restaurants
José Andrés:Washington DC Restaurant Mastermind
I first heard of José Andrés from friends in a supper club I’m in. They told me about Jaleo, a Spanish restaurant in Washington, DC and how good the food was. Since my wife and I love Spanish food we gave it a try. Jaleo was a great introduction to the world of José Andrés. The food was excellent, … [Read more...] about José Andrés:Washington DC Restaurant Mastermind
Baltimore Has Good Food
When someone asks me if the dining scene is worthy where I live I tell them "Baltimore has good food." To help get the word out I’m working on an article of the five best places to eat in Baltimore for an online travel website. Today I needed photos for the article and headed to Miss Shirley’s Café … [Read more...] about Baltimore Has Good Food
Denver’s Best Japanese Restaurant
You have fallen down a Japanese rabbit hole of foodie pleasure after entering the drab, white painted brick building. The cheerful hostess takes you to your massive flagstone topped table as the kitchen crew shouts “Iresshaimase” to welcome you. The chairs are padded logs and the décor goes beyond … [Read more...] about Denver’s Best Japanese Restaurant
Mushroom Heaven, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Entering Chester County from the south, on Route 1, a feeling of being transported back in time sweeps over you. Gazing upon the many farms, fields and forests you know you have left the city behind. Rolling hills expose more farms far off in a dreamy landscape many outside of Pennsylvania have … [Read more...] about Mushroom Heaven, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
