#Foodie Review: El Ideas (Chicago)
When you walk into the restaurant itself you will wonder how you could possibly have paid so much for a meal in what looks like an old workroom for a mobile phone company. However, from the first bite that you taste, the first song you hear, you feel at home, comfortable, well fed, and very much satisfied with your decision to dine at El ideas.
#Foodie Review: Grace (Chicago)
This is one of the restaurants I have wanted to visit since moving back to Chicago. Everyone has heard of Chef Duffy’s fascinating and tragic history and rise to where he is now. You kind of want this place to thrive. But, this is Chicago, so backstory or not, the food and service must be stellar. And I was impressed. The food was spectacular.
#Foodie Review: TR Napa Valley (Chicago)
**Update – This place is now closed. As it should be. Summary: NOT Recommended / Needs overhaul or closure. This review makes me a bit sad. I really want this place to succeed because Chicago needs more wine and cheese spots. Having just moved back here from London, I was excited to see this spot […]
#Foodie Review: Dinner by Heston Blumenthal (London)
#Foodie Restaurant Review Summary: Highly Recommended / Special Occasion Because the food is exquisitely near perfect, decor is fabulous, and service is exceptional, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dinner by Heston Blumenthal at the Mandarin Oriental for a special occasion. A bit pricey (£30 – £40 for a main; £15 – £20 for a starter) and thus […]
#Foodie Review: Topolobampo (Chicago)
Topolobampo does, in my opinion, deserve one Michelin star HOWEVER it does not merit a return visit by me. I would recommend it to tourists or acquaintances if they are fans of Latin American cuisine and want to say they went to a Rick Bayless restaurant. I would not recommend to friends, colleagues or clients.
#Foodie Review: Bishopsgate Kitchen (London)
Bishopsgate Kitchen Review Summary: NOT Recommended / Abysmal Service with subpar food. Bishopsgate Kitchen 230 Bishopsgate London EC2M 4QH SHORT VERSION: Â I have reviewed DOZENS of restaurants and out of over a hundred reviews, I only have 5 places rated one star. I can only guess the reviewers of this place are either friends […]
#Foodie Review: Vivat Bacchus (London)
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Vivat Bacchus and would be more than happy to go there regularly, with friends or colleagues. And I look forward to getting to know the chef. If you are reading this, Chef, you are welcome to come over to my flat anytime. I will provide the wine if you cook!