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Travel eats – Omaha Prime

Travel eats – Omaha Prime

Traveling in Omaha, one can find a variety of delights. I still look for the 3 main criteria: what’s on the plate, atmosphere in the restaurant and service. We tried the classic Steakhouse in Old Market arts district. Omaha Prime is an upscale dining experience […]

Notes from the Garden – Lists

Notes from the Garden – Lists

lists are invaluable tools for for efficient preparation. Starting out with Key items and breaking them down for clarity. This list is ingredients of productivity and preparation for service Fish Baked Bass with Cucumber and Cashew Sauce Baked Fish garden Style Orange Butter Sauce Asparagus […]

Shells & Sauce

Shells & Sauce

Shells and Sauce is a great find. It is an Italian Bistro around the nestled the neighborhood around the corner from the Denver Botanical Garden – in the heart of Congress Park. We had stopped in after the lights at the Botanical Garden. The Neighborhood Italian Bistro exudes warmth and charm. Its is a haven where friends and families gather to share delightful meals. “Small spaces and Good People” was the saying from our waitress. We started with a Classics Caesar and finished with Classic Pepperoni Flatbread. It was done well and entices to work your way around the menu.

Corn Bread

Corn Bread

Quick Corn Bread is a side accompaniment for Hoppin John on new years day.

I got Burgers on My Mind

I got Burgers on My Mind

Inspired by YNW Mellow – I got burgers on my mind. I aint get to eat no food, I aint gettin lucky on the menu…and now at My Brother’s Bar, I am in for one more. Sitting at table 8 and having a double ralphie […]

Santiago 12 days

Santiago 12 days

Santiago’s is my go to breakfast restaurant. At the store on SantaFe Drive – Keeping the order with in the menu half and half w Scrambled eggs, fried potatoes & daily choice breakfast meat (keep it in the rails of the menu with no changes) Santiago’s is a consistent food factory.

What does this mean? Your order is up with your ticket number at the same time that you pay. Fast food done right. On this particular day, the Saturday before Christmas – Takyo’ gave to me 12 days of christmas.

  • 12 bowls of chile
  • 11 Huevos rancheros
  • 10 Carnita platters
  • 9 Indian tacos
  • 8 Enchiladas
  • 7 Sopapillas
  • 6 Quesadillas
  • 5 CHILE FRIES
  • 4 bean burritos
  • 3 street tacos
  • 2 santi’s samplers
  • and a Breakfast Burrito Y Cheese

A day of Get

A day of Get

The few days prior to the holiday we are still in the day of get. We ventured out early for swim practice and now in Castle Rock. The outlet stores are busy, however we have had delightful customer service. Needs are anticipated, smiles appear genuine, […]

Returning to the Cricket

Returning to the Cricket

During the holiday week we visited the Cheery Creek Holiday Market in the Fillmore Plaza. the festive holiday craft markets turned out to be an impromptu gathering place of friends – and spotting of a senator shopping. the vendor list is diverse from Uncle Tim’s […]

Heading back to Eddies

Heading back to Eddies

Heading back to consistent neighborhood restaurants provides a sense of familiarity. the local dishes and friendly faces create this reliable dining experience. Consistency at D’ Corazon is such a place. the warm reception of being recognized and being seated at table 6 lends a view to the whole restaurant. the connection between patron and establishment turns meals into the go to place.

GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Radish Haven

GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Radish Haven

The Garden story goes, every Autumn is a time of inspiration in the village of Radish Haven. Marinated swordfish with blend of aromatic herbs and spices enhancing its natural flavors. Radishes add a delightful crunch and a hint of tanginess to the dish. It is […]