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When Seafood Goes Asian: Newport Seafood, San Gabriel
Loads of authentic food stuffed into me whilst my trip at LA. However, I haven't got a chance to actually get into some fresh seafood dishes and that agony has led me to this picturesque restaurant in San Gabriel, CA. Newport The Newport Seafood Restaurant. It takes a worthy 30 minute drive from LA Downtown to get to this busy restaurant which provides valet parking for its patrons. I happened to visit this restaurant on a Sunday afternoon right before I had to catch my flight back to...
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As German as a Sausage Can Get: Wurstküche, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, the city of angels, they say. I disagree!!! It's the city of diverse cuisines, city of foodies, city of burps, city of K-BBQ, city of Ramen, and City of Wurstkuche!! My bad! The city which has given birth to Wurstkuche. This German restaurant is famous for its different styles of hotdogs alongside some draft beers. Got in early and this entrance is situated at the backend of the restaurant where you order the type of hot dog you prefer and get a number while you wait upfront...
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Sushi for the Gods: Sushi Enya, Little Tokyo LA
All the twaddling about LA and Asian food going hand in hand is futile without gracing the one cuisine which is revered all over the world. Yes, you guessed it right!! Or, maybe not? But, Meh! A cuisine which has the most Michelin starred chefs practising throughout their lifetime, yet are deemed to be novice in an art beguiled by food. Make way to Sushi on the rice carpet!! There are quite expensive eateries up in LA for a good sushi experience but I am a foodie on budget, but hey... I...
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Ramen Makes Life Worthwhile: Daikokuya, Little Tokyo LA
Come out of the K-Town antics, guys!! LA has more to offer than just Korean BBQ and this is reminiscent of the many different cultures separated by a mile or two in this busiest downtown of The States. My hangout in LA led me to Little Tokyo and I happened to visit one of the popular place to have.. . . . . . Yeah, I needed that pause!! . . Ramen. And, the place to have it is none other than Daikokuya at Little Tokyo. Sandwiched between a gift shop and a motel, this place is cramped for...
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BBQ at Koreatown, Enough Said: Hae Jang Chon, Los Angeles
One thing which would make any foodie's appetite shoot the roof is BBQ and nothing could top the experience you could have with Korean BBQ. "No big deal!!" You can find these restaurants plonked in every city. Certainly. Hence, the journey to bring my readers to the best Korean BBQ led me to this city of angels. Yeah, Korean BBQ at the very best in the world, Los Angeles. I am here in Korea-town, guys! And, in Hae Jang Chon BBQ. It is situated bang right in the middle of K-Town and I...
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Fusion Bakeries Are Toothsome: Tous Les Jours, Schaumburg
Fusion gets the creativity out of an individual and you should have checked my previous post on Fusion food, but this time I come with a new rendition towards that cuisine which has a relevant history to it. Baked goods are the favorite snacks to munch on and are a runaway hit by itself. Amalgamating various cuisines into that would influence the taste to its betterment. One such idea popped up in the minds of an organization situated in South Korea and it led to the beginning of Tous Les...
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A trip of Euphoria down to Penang!
I have the divine secret to travel the whole world in the best and inexpensive way which I am about to unfold to my readers. . . . . . . . . Through FOOD!! What did you guys, think of? Website links for coupon codes and travel credits? Keep dreaming!! On a serious note, I would surely give those if I had any. However, you won't be disappointed on the journey I would be taking you all, right to the heart of Penang. But, wait!!! Not in Malaysia, but in the state which is home to our very own...
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Drooling over Arabian Desserts
Once in a while it so happens that my yearning for sweets reaches the apex of madness and it so occurred on this gusty evening in Chicago. I searched for some authentic desserts while I was near Devon Avenue and I came across this place famous for some authentic Knafeh and Arabian sweetmeats in general. I couldn't wait more but visit this gem of a place. This is Jaafer Sweets. Situated in the north side of Chicago, this place is serving Middle Eastern sweets to the locals since 16 years with...
4 min read
Any Nepalis in the House?
Knock - knock?? Who's there? Foodie. Who foodie? The one who loves Nepali Cuisine. You bet! That's how I entered this tiny restaurant situated at a corner on the main block of Devon Avenue in Chicago. Known as Nepal House. The Devon avenue is a sight to behold with all the well-lit shops and restaurants adorning the surroundings. I happened to be there around half past five in the evening and was looking for a perfect snack to munch on when I came across this place serving traditional...
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An Uyghur Lunch Is...Burp! Uyghur Bistro, Houston
Managed to stumble across few ancient scriptures which dealt with Mongolians migrating into the Northwest Chinese region of Xinjiang after the collapse of Uyghur Khaganate. Now, the Xinjiang province has the most number of Uyghurs residing, with 45% of the population comprising of them. Well, isn't this supposed to be about food? Yeah, yeah I am coming there. As the prominence of Uyghurs ascended in the province, the religion has also been on the rise with Islam taking sway throughout the...
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Smoking has never been Healthier
For all the smokers who have resorted to this post to scour through health benefits of smoking, let me tell you: QUIT SMOKING! Well, not the one which I am going to talk about though. Today we are in the heart of Chicago where I take you on a journey to a renowned fishery opened since 1948 and serving the best smoked seafood in the South Side. Its Calumet Fisheries. As it displays, 95th at the Bridge is where the smokehouse is situated, delivering fresh and delicious seafood throughout the...
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Cuban Delicacies to the Fore
It was a murky afternoon and I had my mind set on rejuvenating with some caffeine and snacks. "Starbucks??" I thought to myself. I felt ashamed (too harsh? Never mind!) that I even came up with that. So much for being a food blogger! So, started searching out my best options while I was in Dallas and I was gifted with this Cuban Cafe close by. It was Cuban Dulceria - International Bakery & Cafe. Opened around 40 years ago by a Cuban familia, it is now run and managed by the two sisters who...
4 min read
A Hotpot straight from Chongqing!
Ever wondered to take-out Chinese food on a movie night? Well I did. Chinese Lo Mein with General Tso's Chicken/Orange Chicken/etc. Bleep! "They are not Chinese!" screams a person who owns an authentic Chinese restaurant up here in Dallas, TX, USA. He vows to serve his customers, traditional delicacies straight from his hometown province, Chongqing and I have never been as excited to try it out, for the specialty is HOTPOT! It was Sino House Bar & Restaurant. A huge location situated in a...
3 min read
This Brunch is Dope!!
Reveling in late night wingdings would often end up bad the next morning and my head was in the same state. Needed some caffeine and food to lessen my hangover and no better way than to get a hearty brunch. And I was in search for a place which offers meals fit enough for my voracious appetite and locked down a place for it. It is the Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe. An American brunch cafe serving huge portions of food and is famous for the same reason among locales, is a place best suited for my...
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Greektown Glyka!
Wandering through the streets cluelessly should be recognized as a strategy game. Why not? You get to unearth hidden gems out of nowhere. But what do you do if you excavate a whole town out of exploration? Jump in joy!! So did I when I found Greektown in Chicago. The town completely laden with greek stores, restaurants and accessories is a dream to visit and was difficult for me to select one place out of these treasures. Luckily, I was in mood for some coffee and desserts and every...
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Contemporary Mexican Street Fare
While I was whiling away enjoying the scenic view from a bench at the Navy Pier, life has whispered that it has seen better days! "Like What???" I told in utter disbelief. Well, I don't think I got the reply back but I do guess that my life rotates around the palate tantalizing delicacies rather than the picturesque sceneries. My story in a nutshell! Well, moving ahead it was lunch time and I am in Downtown Chicago where the top restaurants churn out the tastiest dishes that you could get...
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A Pizzeria with a Cult Following!
Everyone loves pizza I assume and I am no different specie. But, what would propagate the pizza to achieve a cult following among the masses was a question that was pondering in my mind for quite some time. Without any ado, I headed over to the city of broad shoulders(Oh Yeah, Chicago!) where I can find the answers to my never-ending uncertainty. Ok, I have reached. But, what next? Where do I head to? Should I ask someone? Will I look like an arse? But, how will I know? "Ahh!! Stop it!" I...
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Heap of Shaved Goodness
Lots of good food while I was here at Chinatown of Houston and after a hearty meal, one could only have place for something special enough to placate your tummy, and that would be.... "I Scream ,You Scream, We all Scream for Ice Cream!!" And who am I to not heed the words penned down by the renowned song-writer Howard Johnson. So, I headed over to this hole in the wall cafe which serves authentic Taiwanese food, and guess what? They are good at Shaved Snow Ice or Xue Hua Bing as told in...
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Can Dim Sum go Wrong?
When we talk about cuisines, 1 out of 3 people say they would opt for Chinese food and I haven't visited a reputed place until now. So much for being a food blogger. Bleh! Stepping aside from the stereotypes, I planned to visit Chinatown to try out some authentic cuisines to satisfy my appetite. Well, most of the reputed states have a Chinatown of their own, but lets start it off with Houston (for now!). Sichuan, Cantonese, Shandong or Jiangsu. Lots of cuisines to choose from at Chinatown...
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Warmth of Afghani Cuisine
My journey has led me to this Afghan restaurant in Houston where I am told is the best you can find of this cuisine. Featured in many food network shows and quite popular for serving authentic afghan food, I had to visit this place before the world ends. No pun intended! It is The Afghan Village Restaurant. Visited this place around noon for an early lunch and the complex is laden with afghan supermarkets and antique shops which makes it even more genuine. Without any further ado, I barged...
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