Author: Ivan Klugman

Agape Substance, Paris

[flickrset id=”72157627665204125″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Highest quality ingredients, prepared perfectly and elegantly plated. I’m usually not a fan of the tasting menu fearing that after eating 10 tiny plates, I’ll leave hungry and seek out the nearest Pizza I can find.  This was not the case at Agape Substance the […]

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Alero Mexican, Washington D.C.

[flickrset id=”72157627544302509″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Simple and fresh TEX MEX at a very reasonable price. This is not gourmet dining however the service was excellent . The food was several steps above your local Taco Bell however it was not the finest TEX MEX either. I would recommend it for […]

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Pitango Gelato, Washington D.C.

[flickrset id=”72157627668090088″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”]   I have decide to change my rating system for Gelato and rate Italian Gelato in a separate category because to compare it to anything else is unfair and places most US products in the poor category. Fine Italian Gelato the homemade kind found in […]

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Le Florimond, Paris

  [flickrset id=”72157626138648327″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”]   We have lost count as to how many times we have dined at Le Florimond. Lori and I  bring our family to Le Florimond when we are in Paris. This restaurant features home style french food.  It’s like eating at your French Grandma’s […]

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Sea Salt, Naples, Florida

[flickrset id=”72157624704456653″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”large”]   We stopped in for light lunch in Naples Florida today revisiting a favorite from last year. We are happy to report that the food is better than ever and all is going well at Sea Salt. This visit we where lucky enough to have […]

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Botin, Madrid, Spain

    [flickrset id=”72157626943260235″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] I picked up a trip to Madrid. Being a fan of the Travel Channel, I remembered Andrew Zimmern eating at Botin. I love roast pig! and the Baby roast suckling pig was amazing.   This is the oldest restaurant in the world and […]

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Micheal’s Genuine Food

[flickrset id=”72157627196438860″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Great conceptual menu and great service. The ingredients were excellent however the preparation was poor. The steak was cooked to the wrong temperature and salad soaked in oil. Pizza dough was tasteless and undercooked. To the staff’s credit they did remove it from the bill. […]

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Cafe Boulud, Palm Beach, Florida

[flickrset id=”72157627020819027″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] [flickrset id=”72157627250788574″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] [flickrset id=”72157627325164170″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] On a lazy Florida summer morning, I decided there has to be something to eat in this state. I went to my computer and signed in to my Zagat.com subscription. I started searching for places […]

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Prosperity Dumpling, NYC

[flickrset id=”72157627021618978″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Low budget dive called Prosperity??.. Dumpling Shop in NYC. They have managed to get a “A” grade from the NYC Health department so they must be clean.  The Dumplings are 5 for a dollar which explains the line that is always in front of the […]

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Cafe Nero, Edinburgh and several other locations…

[flickrset id=”72157626873966699″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”]   I have discovered this Italian style Coffee shop in Edinburgh. Their coffee is great.  It’s much better than the American brand X.  They also have a great Hot Chocolate Milano which is worth every delicious calorie it contains.   Cafe Nero

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Barrio Chino, NYC

[flickrset id=”72157627019901464″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Hidden in an unmarked store front near the corner of  Broome and Orchard streets is this jewel of a Mexican restaurant.  This is not Tex-Mex but rather the real deal. They produce some of the freshest most authentic Mexican food, I’ve had outside of Mexico.  […]

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The Worlds End Pub, Edinburgh

[flickrset id=”72157621978905215″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] After a wee bit of sightseeing, I decided it was time to introduce Lori to Haggis. I have been to the Worlds End a few times and have enjoyed the Haggis which is local from Macsween. They are most well know for their huge Fish […]

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Thai Orchid, Edinburgh

[flickrset id=”72157626873868637″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Fresh and creative Thai food located just steps from the Royal Mile. I have enjoyed dining at Thai Orchid several times and have never been disappointed.  Good food quality and great value.   Thai Orchid 5a Johnston Terrace, (Just off the Royal Mile) Edinburgh, EH1 […]

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Plumed Horse, Edinburgh

[flickrset id=”72157626940881186″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Spring has arrived in Edinburgh and so has my wife Lori. I have flown to Edinburgh many times this year and have enjoyed dining at some local Indian and Thai places. This trip was special, I was bringing my wife to work. I did some […]

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SRA Martinez, Miami, Florida

[flickrset id=”72157626978747040″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] After watching “The Best Thing I Ever Ate” show on the food network, Lori wanted to try the EGG YOLK CARPACCIO. This dish turned out to be a little disappointing.  We sat at the tapas bar and the chef making the tapas was very friendly […]

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Canta Napoli, Camucia, Tuscany (near Cortona) Italy

[flickrset id=”72157626603308953″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Several years ago we asked our friends that live in Camucia to take us to a local place where people go to eat for everyday food.  They took us to Canta Napoli and we LOVE it….I have been reluctant to place anything about this place […]

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Osteria La Porta, Tuscany, Italy

[flickrset id=”72157626959471074″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Remotely located in the small village of Monticchello is this jewel of a restaurant,  Osteria La Porta. Traveling to this town requires a 30 minute drive off the beaten path.  If you follow your GPS you may end up on some unpaved roads.  Don’t worry […]

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Hotel Stella d’Italia, S.Mamette, Italy (Lake Lugano/Cuomo)

[flickrset id=”72157626827880324″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] In the small town (one cafe, one bar, one shop,one hotel/restaurant and one horse) of S.Mamette Italy is located the charming family owned and operated INN and restaurant Hotel Stella d’Italia. This hotel has been in the Ortelli family for four generations. Located on the […]

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Capricci di Merion, Umbria, (Tuscan border) Italy

[flickrset id=”72157626706464233″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] This year when making arrangements for our annual pilgrimage to Tuscany (Cortona Area), we were discussing places to stay with our Italian friends and they recommended a place a bit off the beaten path in Tuoro sul Trasimemo.  Il Capricci di Merion. Please don’t get […]

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Roscioli, Rome, Italy

[fsg_gallery id=”30″] Just a couple of blocks from the Campo de Fiori in the heart of Rome lies this wonderful bakery. Forno Riscioli  features a world renowned pizza. It’s one of our favorite stops for a lunch while we are wondering about the picturesque alleyways around the Campo. The next […]

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