Month: June 2011

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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