The original Sabatini Ristorante Italiano opened in Rome in 1954 and Sabatini in Hong Kong is still overseen by the Sabatini family offering a traditional Roman menu I have loved throughout my time in Hong Kong during the 90s. One of my favorite chefs — Marcus Moore — would produce lavish dinners using the finest […]
Gelato Paradiso + giveaway
At Gelato Paradiso, the artisanal gelato is hand-made in small batches every morning, right in the shop where you go to eat it. Each flavor is rendered using old world recipes and traditions that have been passed down and improved upon through generations of master artisans. I recently joined a group of bloggers at a “behind-the-scenes” look […]
A Las Vegas reunion ends with an Italian dinner at Fiamma
It is always difficult when there is a large group involved. The task of getting everyone to agree on where to eat is a daunting one. Over the weekend, I was in Vegas for a reunion, and on the last night, we visited Fiamma Trattoria & Bar at the MGM Grand. A friend of a friend […]
Settebello has found its place at Crystal Cove
Crystal Cove is home to many restaurants, and Settebello is one of the newer ones there. I’ve tried coming here several times ever since it opened almost a year ago. The first time I arrived at 11am with a friend, to find they do not open until noon. Another time, we get here and my friend isn’t in […]
Bottega Americano — San Diego
Bottega Americano is beautiful, however, visiting during lunch has its pros and cons. Pros include being able to see every intricacy the decor has to offer. The cons? Not being able to taste everything the restaurant has to offer. I am in awe of the space and spend a little time wandering around while I wait […]
