According to this beauty blog, when you’re attempting to eat a healthy diet, one nutrient that should always be prevalent in your diet is soluble fiber, which is a type of fiber that will soften your bowel movements and aidRead more…
Review: Anytime in New York’s Koreatown is innovative, Korean small plates
I’d been wanting to go to Anytime, a Korean fusion tapas restaurant located in New York City’s Koreatown for a couple months. Then last week, I was really excited to finally have the opportunity to trek over to Anytime. TheRead more…
How to start cooking healthy food when you’re dieting
Every year, millions of people try to “lose weight by the summer,” start cooking healthy food, and give up meat. They stop eating the entire categories of products, reduce the number of calories to a minimum, and make portions tiny.Read more…
Co-Branding: These 6 examples show how partnering companies can bring mutual success
The Doritos Locos Taco from Taco Bell and Doritos is a co-branding success story Big brands, little brands, microbrands, global brands, local brands. Brands are everywhere these days. Thanks to social media, brands have more opportunities to reach and engageRead more…
Review: Skip ‘Jiang by Chef Fei’ and just get takeout (seriously)
If Jiang is the expectation of uppity “innovative” cuisine then it not only perpetuates the stereotype that Chinese food cannot be elevated, but it can only be as good as what one would pay $4.99 for similar from your localRead more…
Is it safe to eat guacamole after it’s turned dark green (but not brown)?
Anyone that’s ever dealt with store-bought avocados knows how time-sensitive they can be – a day too late and the avocado has gone from perfect to bad. As you’d expect, guacamole is even more sensitive. That’s because it’s the avocadoRead more…
Can fast casual raw fish thrive in the suburbs? Pokeworks thinks so
Can Pokeworks make a food trend palatable (and affordable) for the masses? Raw fish isn’t exactly what Americans are used to, or an easy transition for most palettes. Will it work in Los Angeles? No problem. But how about theRead more…
In fast-casual salad battle, Chop’t introduces delicious-looking shrimp salad
Selling salads is no joke. Like any industry, with so many competitors in the market, you have to innovate and do things to stand out. Fighting against the sweetgreen behemoth and upcoming challenges in Mixt, Tender Greens and Fresh &Read more…
10 facts about Luke’s Lobster, the popular seafood fast casual restaurant
If you’re not from the East Coast, then you might not know of Luke’s Lobster. Started in New York City, the small storefront has expanded into a medium-sized chain to be reckoned with. Keep your eye on Luke’s Lobster —Read more…
These are the 6 ingredients in Trader Joe’s “Everything Bagel” seasoning
Trader Joe’s is awesome and has been kinda awesome for a long time now. And they continue to be awesome by continually putting out tasty, quality, mostly-healthy food products at an affordable price point. So what else you want? Everything,Read more…
What is the healthier drink option between wine, beer, and cider?
Sometimes a cocktail is too much. At a restaurant, cocktails typically cost $12 or greater. Sometimes you want a chill drink to sip on throughout dinner, without blowing your wallet on the fancy stuff. And on top of that, youRead more…
Uncle Boons Group Dining option is great for parties of 8 or more
Finding a restaurant in the city for a group dinner can be a challenge. And it’s not always easy to get a reservation at a popular place, especially a Friday or Saturday dinner reservation. Last week, I was putting togetherRead more…
Despite its lack of individuality The Roost Bar and Cafe is a nice spot to work remotely from
Tucked in a quiet, easy to miss, pocket of Alphabet City, The Roost, a cafe by morning, and a bar by night, offers locals a gourmet cup of coffee, and a nice place to work (remotely). Though it lacks thatRead more…
Hummus & Pita Co. raises stakes in battle for the Mediterrean fast casual crown
There’s a serious battle going on in the world of the Mediterranean fast-casual dominance. With no less than five major contenders in Cava, Hummus & Pita Co., Maoz, Noon Mediterranean, and Roti, looking to break-through as the venture-backed Chipotle ofRead more…
Oscar Wilde Bar NYC has a beautiful appearance but oddly lacks character
New York is full of great bars. For a tourist, finding the right bar to try out can be a daunting task. Living in the city, it becomes easy to locate your preferred watering hole and sticking to it. ButRead more…
Pure Thai Cookhouse is a great casual spot for some delicious homestyle Thai food
Deciding on a restaurant to eat at in New York City can be a daunting task since there are so many incredible options. It seems like my favorite spots to eat change from week to week because I keep findingRead more…
Tasty Blackened Chicken Wings put The Sound Bite on the map for NYC dining
If you’re into live Jazz, homestyle cooking, and sports, you’ll have a great time at The Sound Bite, in Hell’s Kitchen NYC. Founded by Julian Phillips, former PIX11 News Anchor and his wife, Jazz singer, Barbara King. The Sound BiteRead more…
East Village’s Raclette isn’t as delicious as the viral video looks
You’ve probably seen Raclette’s viral video on facebook or instagram and watched that gooey, delicious, melty cheese being scraped from a cheese wheel onto a plate of meat, hamburger, sandwich or veggies, activating your taste buds as they jump forRead more…
Brooklyn Roasting Company is the coffeeshop-goers ideal workplace
Workplace cafes. As a freelancer, I’m constantly searching for cafes that offer the right combination of affordable, delicious coffee, with atmosphere that accommodates me and my laptop – enough seating so that I’m not wasting 30+ minutes for a tableRead more…
Fiaschetteria in Alphabet City NYC offers a unique menu that doesn’t quite justify the inconvenience of where it’s located
On a rainy night, my partner and I decided to try out Fiaschetteria in Alphabet City since it was just a few running steps away. This was our second time dining here. Our first dinner here was also under theRead more…
Bean&Bean is a solid and reliable cafe workplace that won’t disappoint
Working remotely can feel isolating sometimes, which makes finding reliable cafes with room to sit and spend the day all the more life changing. I’ve pocketed a few cafes for days I’m feeling particularly anxious and need to get outRead more…
Sunny and Annie’s is Alphabet City’s best late night sandwich deli
It’s 2AM and you’re starving. If you’re in Alphabet City, of it’s surrounding area, you’re lucky to be within walking distance to Sunny and Annie’s deli. Open 24 hours, this bodega is a quaint spot to pick up some lateRead more…
Uncle Boons is a personal favorite and stands out for its flavors, energy and environment
Having lived in New York City a few years now and sampled food from dozens of restaurants, I have very few *favorite* restaurants. With so many great restaurant options waiting to be visited, I more often err on the sideRead more…
No Michelin, no problem: here’s the 25 most-Yelped Restaurants in Los Angeles
So you’re in Los Angeles for a few days and looking to get some good eats. You want to make sure you enjoy every meal during your short stay and you don’t know anyone in L.A. to give you recommendations.Read more…
Review: Kona Coffee and Company in East Village, New York City
With technology, more and more people are working remotely these days, myself included. I’ve personally jumped around New York City (mostly Manhattan but parts of Brooklyn too) to find my go to cafes to rotate through on any given week.Read more…
The most-reviewed restaurants on Yelp for New York City (2018)
I wanted to know is what the most-reviewed restaurants on Yelp were. At 1:30 in the morning. Who hasn’t wondered this in the depths of insomnia? I assumed a quick Googley search would take me to the content that IRead more…
Awash Ethiopian Restaurant in NYC offers great food at moderate prices
I’ve been to Awash in the East Village three times now, and each time has been a great experience. Located on 6th Street between 1st and 2nd Ave, Awash has a very homey feel – like you’ve been invited overRead more…
Gorgeous space, terrible food at Brasserie Printemps
Looking around for a place to eat in the middle of the afternoon, we were pointed to Brasserie Printemps which is a restaurant with a breathtaking dome located on the sixth floor of the department store. The architecture and stainedRead more…
Worthwhile, affordable Indian fare at Ahimsa Garden
Ahimsa Garden opened back in August 2017, and this small, unassuming restaurant on East 10th has been putting out really tasty food for half a year before we tried it. In two separate trips to Ahimsa Garden the last week,Read more…
Review: Are the eggettes at Lee Keung Kee North Point the best in Hong Kong?
As you’re touring around Hong Kong, you’ll start recognizing the distinct smell of eggettes, also know as egg waffles. This is especially true if you’re walking around one of the many popular markets or dense shopping areas such as TempleRead more…
Little Bao, Big Prices
It’s odd when one goes to a restaurant, thoroughly enjoys the food, but can’t recommend it to friends. Little Bao located in SoHo district of Hong Kong, is one of those rare instances. In 90% of these instances, it’s a terribleRead more…
Mukshidonna Tteokbokki Review: Best Korean Army Stew with Tteokbokki in Seoul
Mukshidonna Tteokbokki Where: Samcheongdong, Jongno-gu, Anguk-dong, 17-18 Korean Address: 서울특별시 종로구, 안국동, 17-18 Phone Number: +82 2 723 8089 Hours: Daily 11:00AM to 8:30PM (Closed on select Sundays) I recently visited Seoul and found a new appreciation for KoreanRead more…
NYC Fast Casual Pasta Flyer Review
As fast casual food joints become more and more popular, it was only a matter of time before ready-to-eat pasta made its way into our lunch rotation. If you like Chipotle and Sweetgreen because of their efficiency and you’re hopingRead more…
What is Taiwanese pork paper (猪肉纸) and how to buy the delicious snack?
A couple years ago, I visited Taipei and came across a delicious Taiwanese snack at their famous Shilin Night Market.
What makes Thai Iced Tea that orange color?
Coupled with spicy Thai curries, rice dishes or noodles, Thai Iced Tea is the staple dessert drink that helps to soothe the heat. The drink eases the heat from traditional crushed spices, red and green chiles and fish sauce.
KoJa Kitchen successfully blends Korean and Japanese flavors into a tasty burger
KoJa Kitchen started out as a food truck and now has a couple brick-and-mortar stores (having recently opened a new location inside Westfield Mall). Made famous by their burgers with rice buns, KoJa is one of the more well-known successesRead more…
What is Boeuf (Beef) Bourguignon?
If you’ve traveled to France, you’ve probably seen Boeuf Bourguignon on the menu but might have been afraid to look like a fool attempting to pronounce it (May I have the… bofe borgnanon?) without knowing exactly what you’re getting yourselfRead more…
Why are there no Michelin star restaurants in Los Angeles or Las Vegas?
With the 2018 Michelin Stars being handed out recently, some of you might be asking why they don’t see stars handed out to any restaurants in some of the United States’ biggest food towns. Specifically Los Angeles, Las Vegas andRead more…
La Fabrique Cookies in Paris
La Fabrique Cookies: 520 Rue de Montorguell Paris, France Cost: $ Summary: Soft, tasty and 1E each, we recommend stopping in if you have a cookie craving (which is always). Walking up the Rue de Montorguell, there’s a small cookieRead more…
Napa Farms Market: When you crave airport food (SFO)
How much do I enjoy the food at Napa Farms Market?