My week in Oaxaca, this year, starts at the end. I am sitting at the Houston airport, having completed the first leg of 3, on my long journey home to Vancouver. I started writing a few posts during my trip, but throughout the week, I felt that most of my experiences were part of a … Continue reading
I’d been to Animal a few years ago, back when California still allowed people to eat foie gras. I’ve been curious to go back, especially with all of the hype that chefs Shook & Dotollo seem to garner in the media. But there are so many wonderful restaurants in LA that I haven’t been to, … Continue reading
I went out for after work drinks with a friend on a cold evening in January. So cold and icy in fact that I ditched my car at home, was picked up so I didn’t have to worry about how much I would imbibe for the evening. I craved some beer, but didn’t feel like … Continue reading
One of the traits that I got from my father is my need for plans and to live by a schedule. I like to say that I like surprises, but just need to know about them in advance. When I prepare for a trip, I map out my food destinations and have back-up and back-up … Continue reading
When Ben told me we were going to take his mom out for Mother’s Day Brunch, I thought he was crazy. Dining out for Mother’s Day Brunch is pretty much as silly as going out for Valentine’s Dinner or New Years Eve at a bar; too much hype and too crowded. I’d much prefer to put … Continue reading
Everyone’s been there, and people are raving about it. When did I become the last one in? Continue reading
