Category Archives: Octopus

February 8, 2013
9:33 PM
by: Uhockey

Tanuki, Portland OR

Kimchee, Bacon, Blue Cheese Bun / Yuzu Olives / Ojingoh – spicy soy sauce squid jerky / Tako – simmered octopus salad w/mulberry nomi-su ginger dressing / Cuttlefish Pickles / Peanut Sauce Jellyfish with edamame Hamachi tataki – chopped spicy … Continue reading →

Posted in Crab, Food, Octopus, Oregon, Pork, Portland, Tanuki, Tasting Menu, Vacation

February 8, 2013
7:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Roe, Portland OR

Paper Moon – Thyme infused Aperol and Cava and Chardonnay Drouhin Vaudon, Chablis FR 2011 Bread with Butter – cocoa, beet, fennel salts Kombu Broth with enoki mushroom and chives Ora Salmon – super fatty salmon, char roe, cedar oil, … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Crab, Dessert, Foie, Food, Ice Cream, Octopus, Oregon, Pork, Portland, Roe, Truffle, Vacation

November 15, 2012
10:43 PM
by: Uhockey

[lost meals] EL Ideas [2], Chicago IL

The lost meals entries consist of meals that occurred at various times throughout 2012 which, for any number of reasons, escaped my documentation – some due to a cross country move and a new job, some due to the Los … Continue reading →

Posted in Chicago, Coffee, Crab, Dessert, EL Ideas, Foie, Food, Ice Cream, Illinois, lost meals, Octopus, Pork, Tasting Menu, Vacation

June 29, 2012
8:18 PM
by: Uhockey

[lost meals] 610 Magnolia, Louisville KY

The lost meals entries consist of meals that occurred at various times throughout 2012 which, for any number of reasons, escaped my documentation – some due to a cross country move and a new job, some due to the Los … Continue reading →

Posted in 610 Magnolia, Bread Basket, Crab, Dessert, Foie, Food, Kentucky, lost meals, Louisville, Octopus, Pork, Vacation

May 17, 2012
8:17 PM
by: Uhockey

Sushi Taro, Washington DC

The Gist: http://sushitaro.com/ The Why: Steve Plotnicki loves it. RJ Cooper loves it. When palates you trust recommend a spot as “best in the city” or “best in the country” it is hard to ignore, particularly when the price is … Continue reading →

Posted in Crab, DC, Dessert, Food, Octopus, Sushi Taro, Tasting Menu, Vacation, Washington

November 5, 2011
5:40 PM
by: Uhockey

Les Nomades, Chicago IL

Having stepped out of my element to enjoy the Peking/Beijing Duck feast at Sun Wah during the afternoon, Saturday evening would find me back in my comfort zone as I stepped up to the quiet doors of Les Nomades at … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Chicago, Coffee, Dessert, Foie, Food, Illinois, Les Nomades, Lobster, Macaroon, Madeline, Octopus, Souffle, Sweetbreads, Tasting Menu, Truffle, Vacation

November 4, 2011
6:47 PM
by: Uhockey

Alinea [3], Aviary [2], The Office, Chicago IL

Those who know me will realize that I very rarely visit the same restaurant twice and save for a little breakfast spot in Hollywood the concept of visiting someplace three times is unheard of – unheard of until my most … Continue reading →

Posted in Alinea, Chicago, Dessert, Foie, Food, Ice Cream, Illinois, Lobster, Octopus, Pork, Tasting Menu, The Aviary, The Office, Truffle, Vacation

December 18, 2010
7:07 PM
by: Uhockey

Julian Serrano, Las Vegas NV

…with a great meal at Sage the night before I’d had a chance to scope out the menu at Julian Serrano, the concept looked to be eclectic tapas with “something for everyone” and as such a great fit for our … Continue reading →

Posted in Dessert, Foie, Food, Ice Cream, Julian Serrano, Las Vegas, Lobster, Nevada, Octopus, Tasting Menu, Truffle

November 5, 2010
11:08 PM
by: Uhockey

Schwa, Chicago IL

If you’re reading this site you are likely aware of Schwa, Chef Michael Carlson, the obscure reservations system, and even the GQ Article that vaulted the restaurant above other temples of molecular gastronomy as “The Most Revolutionary Restaurant in America.” … Continue reading →

Posted in Chicago, Dessert, Illinois, Italian, Octopus, Pork, Schwa, Sweetbreads, Tasting Menu, Truffle, Vacation

August 27, 2010
5:01 PM
by: Uhockey

Osteria, Philadelphia PA

As a visitor to the City of Brotherly Love I guess I didn’t realize just how far the city itself spanned – as it turns out the walk from Carman’s Country Kitchen to the Art Museum is nearly three and … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Coffee, Dessert, Food, Italian, Octopus, Osteria, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pizza, Vacation, Vetri

August 25, 2010
11:48 PM
by: Uhockey

Capogiro and Amada, Philadelphia PA

I’ll admit I spoiled the surprise – I saw Capogiro gelato at a small shop in Pittsburgh back in June and had to order it during my visit. Fresh, creamy, intense, and intriguing in both sourcing and flavors I said … Continue reading →

Posted in Amada, Capogiro, Dessert, Food, Ice Cream, Octopus, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pork, Vacation

July 20, 2010
10:43 PM
by: Uhockey

Kihachi [2], Columbus OH

When I last visited Kihachi – almost 2 years ago despite it being less than a mile from my door – I stated “from the moment you enter the door to the moment you leave the experience is challenging yet … Continue reading →

Posted in Columbus, Food, Kihachi, Octopus, Ohio, Sushi

May 19, 2010
10:42 PM
by: Uhockey

Komi, Washington DC

In planning the family trip to DC it must be noted that the trip itself was functioning as Christmas, Graduation, and Birthday for me – I worked overnight call for every major holiday this year and as such requested each … Continue reading →

Posted in DC, Dessert, Ice Cream, Komi, Octopus, Pork, Sushi, Tasting Menu, Vacation, Washington

May 15, 2010
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Zaytinya, Washington DC

…I enjoyed the Bazaar when I was in LA and I had every intention to attend minibar while I was in DC – except of course for the fact that it takes an act of God (or political connections, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Coffee, DC, Dessert, Food, Octopus, Pancakes, Sweetbreads, Vacation, Washington, Zaytinya

February 18, 2010
1:17 AM
by: Uhockey

Alinea [2] Chicago IL

When I first ate at Alinea on August the 1st 2009 I stated it was the best dining experience of my life (http://uhockey.blogspot.com/2009/08/alinea-chicago-il.html), trumping an extended tasting at The French Laundry that cost twice the price…I knew at some point … Continue reading →

Posted in Alinea, Chicago, Coffee, Dessert, Foie, Food, Ice Cream, Illinois, Octopus, Pork, Tasting Menu, Truffle

December 31, 2009
5:45 PM
by: Uhockey

Marea, New York NY

Having dined at Convivio the day before I’d planned on visiting Marea for lunch on New Years Eve even before my server at Per Se suggested it as the “best” Italian in the city – high praise indeed for a … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Bread Pudding, Dessert, Food, Italian, Marea, New York, Octopus, Vacation

September 23, 2009
11:31 PM
by: Uhockey

Joel Robuchon at the Mansion, Las Vegas NV

Opulent, over the top, indulgent – take your pick of these and any hundred other adjectives to describe “The Chef of the Century,” Joel Robuchon. At $385 a head Mr. Robuchon’s American flagship represents the ultimate in excess in a … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Buttercake, Coffee, Crab, Dessert, Foie, Food, Ice Cream, Joel Robuchon, Las Vegas, Lobster, Macaroon, Nevada, Octopus, Pork, The Mansion, Truffle, Vacation

July 31, 2009
11:15 PM
by: Uhockey

Spiaggia, Chicago IL

I’d almost given up on “haute Italian” before my May trip to New York. After less-than-amazing experience for excessive prices at Valentino, La Botte, and Osteria Mozza in Los Angeles/Santa Monica and vastly better quantity/quality experiences at “mid-range” Italian places … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Chicago, Crab, Dessert, Food, Gnocchi, Ice Cream, Illinois, Italian, Lobster, Octopus, Pork, Spiaggia, Tiramisu, Truffle

July 3, 2009
5:12 PM
by: Uhockey

Barrio Tapas, Columbus OH

Finished with breakfast and my friends returning home to lay their little one down for a nap I next decided to browse the shops of High Street and check out the pre-gallery hop settings at the galleries. Full but not … Continue reading →

Posted in Barrio, Bread Basket, Columbus, Crab, Food, Octopus, Pork

May 20, 2009
12:51 AM
by: Uhockey

Alto, New York NY

Having already tasted a lot of great pastries, French, “Fusion,” and Italian cuisine on my recent trips I decided to do something a little different – Greek. Having never been impressed with the limited experiences in the past and hearing … Continue reading →

Posted in Alto, Bread Basket, Crab, Dessert, Foie, Food, Ice Cream, Italian, Lobster, New York, Octopus, Vacation