Author: Ivan Klugman

Taillevent, Paris France

[flickrset id=”72157621923002307″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Truly a fine dinning experience in Paris. To say we enjoyed the food and the wine is an understatement. The wine sommelier helped us select some wonderful choices. A “Michelin 3 star” restaurant for years. I will refer you to a professional food critic Andy Hayler for […]

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Nisen Sushi, Woodbury NY

[flickrset id=”72157622036351562″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] We have been to Nisen Sushi several times at both of their Long Island locations. The Woodbury is one of the most attractive sushi bars around including those in NYC. The quality and freshness is what you would expect to find in Manhattan. Now Long […]

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WO HOP, New York, NY

[flickrset id=”72157622018746916″ thumbnail=”small” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] It’s a NYC classic the food is amazing !! walk down the stairs and enter one of the City’s most famous Chinese restaurants. It won’t disappoint you. My favorites: Shrimp and Lobster sauce, Crab cantonese and Ribs

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The Painted Lady,Newberg, OREGON

[flickrset id=”72157621769134841″ thumbnail=”small” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Located in the Heart of the Willamette Valley wine country. I think the food speaks for itself. Elegant dining, great wine and excellent service.

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Eisgrug Brau, Mainz, Germany

[flickrset id=”72157616348813320″ thumbnail=”small” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] A favorite with overnighting airline crews from around the world. The portions are large, beer is great and it’s cheap. What more could you ask for?? I have had better food for a few Euros more but it’s still a fun place.

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Fornino Pizza, Williamsburg, Brooklyn NYC

[flickrset id=”72157618642375741″ thumbnail=”small” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] As the sign says “Voted NYC Best Pizza”. I won’t argue with them it is wonderful. Even the wood burning oven has received rave reviews from the other side of the pond. They serve only the finest fresh ingredients. This is the real deal!!! Fornino […]

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Il Bacaro, Roma, Italy

[fsg_gallery id=”40″] A charming and intimate dining experience. Food was wonderful and wine list excellent as well. The service is friendly and not rushed. It’s a small place that requires a reservation. Plan on a very elegant and quite evening. I would not recommend this place for young children.

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East 2 East, Manchester, England

[flickrset id=”72157604172125062″ thumbnail=”small”] I’m in Manchester about 15 times a year and always dine in East2East. Need I give any more of an endorsement? Food and service are superior.

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Trattoria Monti, Roma, Italy

[fsg_gallery id=”34″] This post features the world famous exterior photo of Monti featured in “Schmap”. Food and service were adequate, we dined he once and enjoyed it. Caution: It’s in an out of the way location. I would recommend it if you are in the area on a Sunday. OPEN […]

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Depuy Canal House, High Falls NY

[flickrset id=”72157603383639578″ thumbnail=”small”] The food is Art. The kitchen is run professionally, unfortunately I can’t say that for the front end.

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Union Square Cafe, New York, NY

[flickrset id=”72157603357433508″ thumbnail=”small”] I have dined at the Union Square Cafe several times and have never been disappointed in anyway.  The menu is always “Fresh” and creative. Service is friendly and professional.

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Taverna Trilussa, Rome, Italy

We have been to Travena Trilussa several times and that alone is saying something. There is a good mix of locals and tourists in this rather large restaurant. The food is solid homestyle Italian and served in very large portions. They have a very nice selection of  Prosciutto as you walk in […]

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ZUZU Ramen Brooklyn NY

When I heard one of my Flickr contacts was taking on a new position as Chef at ZUZU Ramen in Brooklyn NY, I knew I had to visit. I loaded up the car with four hardy eaters and set out to try everything on the menu. The Amuse-Bouche of Tataki of […]

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Da Bolognese, Rome, Italy

If you feel like dinning among the world’s celebrities then when in Rome do as the Roma’s do and people watch at Da Bolognese.  On our way in for lunch one day we saw “Sly” on the way out.   We have dined here several times and while not excellent […]

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Locanda dell’ Amorosa, Sinalunga, Italy

Le Coccole dell’Amorosa Nestled in the small village (this means hard to find) of Sinalunga in our favorite region of Italy; Tuscany is Le Coccole dell’Amorosa located in the hotel Locanda dell’ Amorosa. This restaurant is one of the fine dining highlights of the region. We tried to book our […]

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Ristorante Rinaldi al Quirinale , Roma, Italy

We were sent to try this Restaurant by some American friends of ours. Having been to Roma hundreds of times I am always a little reluctant to try recommendations from infrequent visitors but these were people who do travel a lot and know good food. Please be advised there are […]

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Ristorante Scarpone , Roma, Italy

This visit we tried a place called Scarpone in Rome. We were told that the Pope eats here during the day on Sundays so off we went. It’s a truly local family place across from the park where a stroll after lunch on a nice day would be lovely however […]

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Trattoria Latte Di Luna, Pienza, Tuscany, Italy

This is one of my favorite places in the world to dine. It’s not Michelin # star dinning but good down to earth Tuscan food featuring the town’s special Mailino (young roasted suckling pig). We have been there several times and in fact have introduced our Italian friends form Cortona; […]

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