California, Must Visit, San Francisco, United States, West Coast
San Francisco
New Southern cuisine in SFO: Prelude. Had to give this place a try and it's unique twist on Southern cuisine. Chef's grandmother hailed from Alabama...now you're talking! Modern and comfortable space. Can choose from a Chef's menu or ala carte. Must haves Seattle Metro, U Village, United States, University District, Washington, West Coast
Seattle
University Village: Joey Kitchen. This is a chain of restaurants out of Vancouver BC that serves a mix of Asian fusion, PNW, burgers, and steaks in a very nice upscale space. Service is always very good. Give the Korean fried cauliflower a East Coast, Philadelphia, United States
Philadelphia
Dinner for 20: P. J. Clarke's. Usually don't recommend group dinners but if I'm allowed to choose from the menu then it's fair game in my mind. That was the case for this restaurant in the Old City. The chowder was good Seattle Metro, U Village, United States, University District, Washington, West Coast
Seattle
French bakery in the U District: The French Guys. Very nice addition to the food offerings at U Village. Expect typical French pastries...croissant, pain au chocolat, kouign amann, quiche lorraine...and French breads...it's really a French bakery! Arrive early for the best selections. Northgate, Seattle Metro, United States, West Coast
Seattle
Multiple Metro locations: Kizuki Ramen and Izakaya. Have visited the Northgate and Bellevue locations which are two of the four in the metro area. It's a national chain with other locations in Western Washington and several other states. It's a busy place Seattle Metro, U Village, United States, University District, Washington, West Coast
Seattle
New spot for a well known Washington winery: DeLille En Ville. Been looking forward to the opening since I discovered the next step for this space at U Village about a year or so ago. So, when I was informed of
Anelli with Roasted Cauliflower. Always surprised how good gluten free pasta can taste and this one was no exception. The highlight of the dish, however, was the roasted garlic and...
Orecchiette with Chicken Sausage. More pasta. Good thing there are dozens of different pastas and dozens, if not more ways to prepare them. Our source for the sausage…with sun dried...
Linguine Primavera with Asparagus and Peas. And another pasta dish…we do eat other cuisines but as mentioned before, there are many dozens of pastas with an equal number of ways...
Shrimp and Rice Thai Curry Bowl. Pictured is an example of a mild curry so it should be a acceptable to most, even if you don’t like curries very much....
Takeaway: Mean Sandwich. COVD pandemic continues making take away the best option. This is a place that gets great reviews and has been on my list to visit. Very efficient...
Love me some Brussel Sprouts. Another bowl and another keeper and it’s good for you to boot! The interplay of spices, sweetness from the squash and the added mouthfeel of...
Taco Torte. This is a keeper…think multilayer lasagna filled instead with taco filling and tortilla instead of pasta. When first described, I was a bit skeptical but one taste and...
Halibut Bowl. Modification of the original recipe with a switch to halibut instead of salmon. Halibut made it milder and salmon would be a better choice if you like that...
Q on the Wire. Memorial day weather wasn’t very conducive to doing a bit of BBQ ribs on the grill but…why not? Picked up the ribs last minute at our...
Crispy Rice and Egg Bowl. One of our go to sources for recipes is Smitten Kitchen and this is another great one…if you like the ingredients. Basically rice and egg....
Niçoise salad. Option for lunch…what should you have once you’ve had burgers, sandwiches, leftovers and chips and salsa? A Niçoise salad with lettuce and arugula from our deck “garden” and...
Southern Brunch. Full plate Brunch of eggs over easy…the only way to have them with grits, homemade biscuits and bacon all rounded out by mimosas. Oh…I forgot the star of...
Chocolate chip cookies! No wheat flour, no problem! These are made from almond flour which gives them a unique flavor and consistency compared to the wheat variety. Marry with some...
Look what we found. Looking around for something to fill our carb requirement and, tucked away from immediate discovery…a stollen in the freezer from the holidays! Pictured is a tried...
Cider and beer in abundance: Sixknot Taphouse. Very nice spot for a beer or cider after skiing or hiking with over 40 choices on tap! They also offer a menu...
Always need more chocolate: Recchiuti Confections. Having bumped into this place more than once while in the Ferry Building and being amazed by the unique selections and wanting to give...