No matter what the occasion is, Raya has always been a great joy to dine at. Call it the glorious view of the Pacific, call it the perfection of service, call it the delicious menu. No matter what you call it, the experience is always delightful. We came here for brunch several Sundays ago and […]
new tasting menu at Stonehill Tavern
A few weeks ago, I was lucky enough to be invited to sample the new menu items at Stonehill Tavern. I’ve been to several Michael Mina’s restaurants when living in the Bay Area, so I am well versed with the quality and the opulence of his menus. My friend and I were invited to sit […]
an exquisite Chef’s Table at the Ritz-Carlton
This year, food enthusiasts can revel in the monthly Chef’s Table Dinner at the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Executive Chef Andres Jimenez selects a seasonal theme each month, and along with chefs from his culinary team, offer a four-course tasting menu showcasing each chef’s creativity on each theme, including RAYA chef Marissa Gerlach who I’m a […]
a 5-year anniversary to remember at Addison
I first met Chef William Bradley at the Culinary Masters 2011 and after getting a taste of the dessert he had prepared for the event, I vowed to pay him a visit at his restaurant, Addison at the Grand Del Mar in San Diego county. It has been almost six months since that fateful day […]
another exquisite 1-star Michelin Cantonese meal
Anyone who has had a long time history with Hong Kong will know the name Fook Lam Moon as it is synonymous with upscale, luxurious, refined Cantonese cuisine. Back in the day, its main draw was dried seafood products such as sharks’ fin, abalone and conpoy (scallops) and while these still feature highly on its […]
