Ida’s Pizza Kitchen

While this location (both as a Mellow Mushroom and now) has remained incredibly reliable for years. I think I’m enjoying the pizza even more now. The crust always has a nice crispness to the exterior, good flavor (minimal doughiness) and it is significantly less greasy than its Mellow Mushroom days. […]

The Sweets @ Gokul Sweets

Ras Madhuri

Soft flattened balls of pastry are soaked in syrup then topped with a creamy fudge-like icing, pistachios, and garnished with a cherry. The syrup-soaked cake-y balls have a texture much like a Cuban tres leches. But, they’re richer… if you can imagine that. The dense fudgy icing gives […]

Pav Bhaji Dosa & Sliders?

Pav Bhaji Dosa

Two of our favorite vegetarian spots for a quick meal are Chat Patti and Gokul Sweets. We’ve been fans of Chat Patti for over 8 years and fans of Gokul Sweets for over a year. But, since we’ve only been taking shots of our food diligently for […]

Fast Food Bites — KFC’s Grilled Spicy Wings

In my book, most fast food falls on a sliding scale of “not bad”. The bottom side of that scale? “Eh, it’s edible. And, I’d rather eat this than starve.” The top side of that scale would be a surprised declaration. “Hmm… not bad.” These wings fall somewhere on the […]

La Parrilla

La Parrilla Tilapia & Shrimp

This piece of tilapia was clearly pan-fried to order. It was still piping hot and the breading was crisp. The handful of shrimp that were drizzled with the ever-present melted white cheese… surprisingly tasty. The pico de gallo was warm and appeared to be slightly […]

Rathbun Steak

While the subdued lighting at Rathbun Steak makes for a pleasant setting. It makes grabbing a shot of the food difficult, if not impossible, during the winter (the patio isn’t really an option). But, quite frankly, with food this good… who cares? I don’t need to take a shot of the steak. The […]

Carnegie Deli Corned Beef @ Joey D’s

Joey D’s Carnegie Deli Giant Corned Beef Sandwich

On Carnegie Deli rye, the corned beef is sliced papery thin and piled high. Served with Dusseldorf style german mustard, I don’t think it’s possible to make this sandwich any better. They do offer a regular-sized version of this sandwich. But, the […]

Chestnut Honey @ Alon’s Bakery

This chestnut honey from Alon’s Bakery is incredible. It has a richness and intensity I’ve never seen before. I think it’s the best chestnut honey I’ve ever been fortunate enough to taste. With a price tag just over $15, it’s no bargain. But, the quality is obvious from the terra […]

The Lovely Bones

The Lovely Bones

Opens January 15, 2010

www.lovelybones.com

Lemon Walnut Raisin Bread

Lemon Walnut Raisin Bread

This loaf of Dekalb Farmer’s Market bread was startlingly good and fresh. It was a lovely blend of clearly distinguishable flavors. It was perfect toasted with butter. We enjoyed it equally, if not more, with the last of our roasted turkey. But, oddly, they […]