A Different Take On Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving in our family was, as it was for many of us, quite different this year. Our family decided not to travel. Since it was only going to be our immediate family, we felt that some of the pressure to have a traditional meal was alleviated. It did not...
Chicken With Noodles and Vegetables in Ginger Broth
When I look at a soup there are two main things I look for. They are: One, what is in the soup? Is it noodle soup or is it butternut squash soup? Then, depending on what’s in it maybe I’ll have some. ...
Szechwan Garden
I must admit that I was so pleased to find this restaurant in Ocean City. I had no idea what to expect going in. I never really expect to find great Chinese food at the beach. I had resigned myself to a week of pizza and...
Pho Ninh Kieu
It was a chilly evening when we finally got to Pho Ninh Kieu. Big Baby and I have been meaning to try it for a long time. It is located in a strip mall in Parsippany. Believe me, from the outside it does not look like...
Tun Tavern
Spoiler alert: It was awful. We went to Tun Tavern for dinner. Their website says that they offer, “award-winning casual gourmet cuisine and handcrafted brews.” We agree that these are lies. It might be award-winning, but I wouldn’t call it gourmet cuisine, or even close....
The Original Pancake House
The food was excellent. The chicken sausage was perfectly cooked. The eggs were fully cooked and definitely tasted fresh. The pancakes were fluffy and not rubbery at all. The warm syrup was a really nice touch. ...
The Ritz Diner
My omelet was clearly not from a dairy farm. There was no cheese inside. It was also served with the vegetables mixed into the eggs, rather than served in between the folded layers. It was more of a frittata. ...
Grid Iron Waffle Shop
Mama Foodie and I went to Grid Iron Waffle Shop and ordered a shakshuka omelette, plain grits, a side salad, French toast and two orders of turkey bacon. Mama Foodie also ordered coffee. The restaurant’s website says, ...
Mitasu Umi
I liked this place more than the numbers indicate. The food was the best Japanese food I have eaten since my dad made sushi last. Their beef teriyaki was extremely savory. ...