I wanted to meet my brother and sister-in-law in Boca. I was with my dad and my friend, Didi. We went to Butterfly World for the day and needed a restaurant close to Boca Raton and the highway. After opening OpenTables.com, I noticed a 4/5 star restaurant, Lila's Restaurant and...
Is Garrison’s Tasting Menu Worth It?
When I was in Austin, Texas for The Running Event conference, I stayed the weekend and my son met up with me. He's now living in Orlando so it was a special treat for me to see him. While there, we did a "food tour" of Austin and one of...
Luma on Park Restaurant Review
by Derek Topper Luma on Park is located in Winter Park, about 21 miles north of Disney World in Orlando. While down there, my son, Derek, frequented this highly rated restaurant during the "Visit Orlando Magical Dining." The cost was $35 and came with an appetizer, entree, and dessert. Luma...
Best Restaurant in Ft. Lauderdale
If you get a chance to go to Ft. Lauderdale and want to dine at one of the best restaurants there, check out S3. S3, which stands for Sun Surf Sand, and, is located on A1A in the Hilton Hotel on Ft. Lauderdale Beach. S3 focuses on Asian cuisine. On...
Lobster Night at Carlton on the Green in Eisenhower Park
One Friday afternoon, I got an email from Carlton on the Green at Eisenhower Park on Long Island that they were having a lobster night, every Friday night in the summer. I forwarded the email to my husband. "When do you want to go?" he asked. "Tonight?" I said. I...
Dining Recommendations at Disney Springs
Here are three dining recommendations at Disney Springs: STK Orlando When you walk into this Disney Springs restaurant, you feel as if you are in a fancy nightclub. STK Steakhouse is not cheap, but worth the cost. Our waiter recommended a chateaubriand and filet mignon for the three of us....
The Fulton – Restaurant Review
The other night, my family and I went to The Fulton by Pier 17 at the South Street Seaport in New York City. The Fulton is Jean-George's newest restaurant in New York City. It opened nearly two months ago. The Ambiance: There is outdoor seating available on both the side...
Mom’s Magic Masala Fusion Spice Blend
Like spice? You will love Mom's Magic Masala Fusion Spice Blend. I was sent a sample for review. So, I sprinkled it on fresh vegetables that I grilled in a pan. I also tried it on steak and chicken. It has a strong curry smell. It was made with salt,...
Happy Hour at Brasserie Persil in Oceanside, NY
From 4 to 6:30 practically every day, Brasserie Persil in Oceanside, NY has a happy hour, with half-priced drinks and appetizers. Beer, wine and cocktails are all half-priced ranging from $5 to $7 and the appetizers are all $7. These range from Tuna Tartar to a pot of mussels. You...
Lido Kosher Deli Review
If you didn't know by now, I grew up in Long Beach, NY. Lido Kosher Deli has always been a staple there. When someone had a baby naming, a bris, or a funeral, you called Lido Kosher Deli on East Park Avenue in Long Beach. But it was also the...