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Daughter of two professional chefs provides a kid's perspective on food, restaurants, and eating!
The last time I experienced truly memorable cuisine was while traveling in England. Indian food, often called the national dish of England, surprised me then with its depth and devotion to balance. So imagine my delight to find that same harmony—perfectly steamed rice paired with tender, […]
some meals satisfy some meals sustain. and some meals feel like they are waiting for you. Today I found tamales at La Mesa – fully loaded like a small ceremony. Steam rising, a pause before first bite. Tamales are my culinary holy grail. Not casual. […]
Treasure found. Not the kind buried in hills — the kind wrapped tight in foil and handed through a food truck window.
El Dorado sat unassuming, engine quiet, grill hot. No spectacle. Just confidence. The kind that doesn’t shout because it doesn’t need to.
I started where I often begin — with the asada burrito. A benchmark order. A test of hands, fire, and seasoning.
The carne asada was tender with char at the edges — that essential kiss of flame. The tortilla held its structure without resisting the bite. Rice and beans weren’t filler; they were supporting cast. Balanced. Intentional. No ingredient hiding.
It was the kind of burrito that makes you pause mid-bite. There’s a moment when you know:
I’ll be back. And not just returning— back with purpose.
Because when a first choice lands this clean, it earns the right to exploration. Next time, I won’t hesitate. I’ll work methodically across the menu — tacos maybe tortas if they’re running it. A proper walk-through.
Respect to the craft. Street food, when done right, feels honest. It doesn’t perform. It feeds.
And in Omaha, on an ordinary stretch of pavement, El Dorado is a treasure.
Heat is a language. Once you learn to read it … and hear it, you learn to cook more deeply. When we step into a kitchen—whether indoors or among the herbs and tomatoes of the garden—heat is our quiet collaborator. It transforms firm roots into […]
The road to Eleven Mile Canyon along Highway 24 is on of those quiet Colorado passages where the journey matters as much as the destination. We are chasing for a spot on the Dream Stream – its bends, its promise – bu found an unexpected […]
Started the winter break week at the City park Grill – a stop that never disappoints. the view alone is worth the visit, with city park stretching out and the Denver skyline framed beyond. it is the place that makes one slow down during the holidays, linger over coffee. The breakfast is always solid , familiar in the best way, and consistently well done.
Christmas Eve is traditionally spent dining at the Capitol Grille, where the gift of hospitality exceeds expectations – from the moment one steps through the entrance to the final moments of the dining experience. there is an ease and polish to the evening: Your table awaits, and your soon settled in, welcomed return guest
The menu delivers on celebration. Today – Lobster Crab Cakes arrive rich and delicate followed Filet Mignonettes with bearnaise, perfectly prepared and unmistakably indulgent. It is the meal that marks the holiday with intention. Perfect Gift.
One familiar place we return to when celebrating the New year in Denver is Ace Eat and Serve on 17th street. Its a spot that is energetic and comforting – perfect for making a fresh start.
We have dined in the New Year Eve over a menu that delivered on every level: Steaming bowls of spicy pork Ramen, a rich and savory marinated beef lo mien, and crispy beef and broccoli that balanced crunch and flavor. the table bussed with warmth as we sat in the setting of a winter snow globe …and shared dishes that make a celebration linger a bit longer.
The Thirsty Lion Restaurant is the logical place for down town New year’s breakfast. The usual local choices have a wait list for over an hour. the Lion bustled with excitement – but welcoming-paired with great food and attentive, perfectly timed service.
Sitting out front of Denver Union Station, the view offered its own kind of entertainment. The Plaza was alive as oversized See-Saws rocked back and forth, adding a playful energy to the morning and reminding you that the city was fully awake and celebrating the start of the New year.
During the holiday bustle, we mad a stop at Famous Dave’s, leaning into the comfort of sweet southern – style barbeque. The restaurant air is busy and lively, but the flavors delivered exactly what the moment called for – familiar, satisfying and indulgent.
As the culinary journey continues, there is comfort in returning to the familiar. In Denver, that place is Thirsty Lion near Union Station. During the holidays, the area glows with festive lights, creating an atmosphere that feels both celebratory and welcoming.
A recent venture took me to Colorado Springs, and just aside the airport sits a charming landmark. The Airplane Restaurant. It is a local eatery perfectly suited to its surroundings, where aviation history meets dine- style comfort. Antique photos line the wall, festive holiday decorations […]
