El Caribe Mexican Restaurant is what mom and pop food is all about. It’s on a busy street and the parking is sketchy (not kidding), but once you get inside it’s all worth it. There are a half dozen or so fresh salsas made daily and their Mole sauce is one of my favorites in […]
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Al Pastor
They should give a medal to whom ever came up with Taco’s Al Pastor. They are my favorite tacos. Two places in town do a great job making them: Guero’s and Fonda San Miguel. Just a few simple ingredients, each standing on their own. I also made tortillas. This is not as simple as it […]
Restaurant Review: Bess Bistro
Unfortunately, food isn’t the only reason I fall for a restaurant. Case in point: Bess Bistro On Pecan. There are some heroes on the menu (BLT, Chopped Salad and the Steak Frites) but, the majority of the menu doesn’t sing for me. On the upside, the interior is wonderful. One of my favorite places to […]
Restaurant Review: Asti Trattoria
Emmett and Lisa Fox created (and maintain) a gem. I want to move to Hyde Park, just so I can be closer to it. I like the simpler menu items best: White pizza, Capellini Neopolitano, Grilled Trout. The flavors really sing. Emmett does a wonderful job of keeping his eye on the food and service. […]