I love going to out-of-the-ordinary places for dinner, especially when they are Italian, my favorite food. So, when my daughter, Zoey, suggested that Dan, her husband, and I go to Donna Margherita NYC, I was excited. Donna Margherita Donna Margherita NYC is located at 1304 A Second Avenue between 68...
Tzora Winery in Israel Review
When we went to Michel's in Israel, the sommelier recommended a Judean Hills wine that was simply superb. So, when we found out that we were passing right by the Tzora Winery, makers of Judean Hills, we decided to make a quick stop and do a wine tasting. I never...
Two Notable Restaurants in Tel Aviv, Israel
I didn't love the food in Israel. However, there were a few good restaurants that we frequented throughout our stay there that were worth mentioning, especially these two in Tel Aviv, Israel. Bazel Sushi Restaurant The sushi in Israel is fresh. They either get the fish from Scandanavia or throughout...
Three Notable Restaurants in Jerusalem
We went to three amazing restaurants in Jerusalem -- Chakra, Palomino, and Mona. Here's what we thought. Chakra At the north end of Ben Yahuda Street is a park on King George Street. Chakra is located right there. You have to walk into the park to enter the restaurant. This...
Michael Local Bistro Review in Israel
One night, while in Israel, we went to a "top" restaurant in Moshav near Nahararya. The restaurant is located on a kibbutz. When you walk into the old wooden door, you are surprised to find an upscale, rural-feeling bistro inside. The large wooden tables gives diners enough room and it...
Restaurant Review: I Am Nacho Mama, Hicksville, NY
When my son came home for the holiday weekend, we asked him where he wanted to go to dinner. He said, "let's go to I Am Nacho Mama." As parents, we always want to please our kids so we said, "okay." I Am Nacho Mama is located on Newbridge Road...
The Unofficial Disney Parks Epcot Cookbook Review
Ashley Craft is an avid Disney fan. She wrote a book, The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook, which I reviewed on this blog. Recently, she wrote The Unofficial Disney Parks Epcot Cookbook. If you're a first-timer or a frequent Disney visitor, Epcot has so much to offer. From their World Showcases...
Restaurant Review: Pappardelle’s Pizza in Bethpage, NY
I was craving pasta, pizza, and lasagna. I didn't want to go locally. I wanted to try something different. So, my husband did a quick internet search and found a restaurant called, Pappardelle's that had decent reviews. The restaurant is located at 554 Stewart Ave in Bethpage, close to the...
How to Add More Protein to Your Diet
I gained weight over the COVID lockdown. I know, I'm not alone. Most people gained the "COVID-19." So, what do we do about it? Do we try to take it off or do we just live with it? According to nutritionists and weight loss physicians, in addition to adding more...
Psychic Night at Frank’s Steakhouse in Jericho
I really enjoy going to Frank's Steaks in either Jericho or Rockville Centre. They have this Romanian Skirt Steak served with mashed potatoes and creamed spinach, which is amazing! Anyway, my husband and I have been going there for years and most recently, I found out that one of my...