White Swan at Fence, Fence UK

White Swan at Fence

Peach melba – peach, raspberry, lemon, vanilla

Cheese and Onion Tartlet – Pickled Walnut Ketchup

Housemade Spelt Bread – Salted Local Butter, Wild Garlic Butter

WILD MORECAMBE BAY SEABASS – Warm tartare, beurre blanc, lemon, dill

ORGANIC CHICKEN – Black garlic, girolles, peas, allium, capers

OAK CHURCH RASPBERRIES – Almond, vanilla, rose

VALRHONA CHOCOLATE SOUFFLE – Salted milk ice cream, hot chocolate sauce

Dark Chocolate Lavender Caramel

Described as “a small local pub,” though in reality a Michelin 1* Restaurant housed in what was once just a pub, The White Swan at Fence serves just one set menu at lunch and dinner from Chef Tom Parker.

The only place to get Timothy Taylors award winning real Ales in Lancashire, another feather in the cap atop 3 AA Rosettes, guests will find the confines rustic without any pretense, staff in jeans exceptionally pleasant while describing what’s on the plate.

Describing the Chef as “Tom cooks your food, Tom is very good at chopping chives and turning carrots, Tom loves to play golf and drink tequila,” that sort of cheekiness spilling over to chalkboards overhead, Ingredients take center stage with technique and cookery far outpacing the laid-back confines.

Beginning with an amuse, the two-bite tart complex and elegant with great balance, four courses follow for just £59 including steaming hot housemade Spelt Bread with two types of local artisan Butter.

Not skimping on portions, a filet of lightly fried Fish served on a pool of Tartar Sauce and Beurre Blanc, the day’s Entree featured perfectly roasted Poultry atop a seasonal mix of Mushrooms and lightly cooked Vegetables.

Not a place for shortcuts, the Pre-Dessert outpacing many proper Tasting Menus in London or Glasgow, White Swan’s Souffle arrives tall and proud with Condiments added by the diner, each bite a little different but all of them as comforting as the overall experience.

www.whiteswanatfence.co.uk

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Cottonrake (Commerce Street,) Glasgow UK

Cottonrake

Almond Croissant

Fruit Scone

Chocolate Chip Cookie

Apricot and Citrus Frangipane

Lime and Blueberry Sponge

Arguably Glasgow’s most popular spot for brunch and Baked Goods, Cottonrake has been synonymous with locally-owned artisan Breads and Pastries since 2010, a second Bakery at 35-37 Commerce Street opened in 2025 expanding access to folks unable or unwilling to venture to the West End.

Focused on evolving technique, hours from 8am until 3pm Monday through Saturday, guests will immediately note an expansive footprint with Pastry case nestled in front of a large baking area with several team-members hard at work.

An industrial metal sort of hanger, all business without table service, grab n’ go seems to be the move for most whether opting for a sliced and filled Almond Croissant or double-thick Chocolate Chip Cookie flecked in Sea Salt.

Performing adequately with Viennoiserie, the Sausage Roll tasted two days prior a work of art, fans of traditional Scones will find Cottonrake’s more Muffin-like with plenty of moisture while the Tea Cake described as a “Sponge” and Flan-like Apricot and Citrus Frangipane are both on par with other great Bakeshops across the UK.

www.cottonrake.com

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Ox and Finch, Glasgow UK

Ox and Finch

blood orange spritz

cod cheeks, chorizo, tomato and morcilla on toasted sourdough

slow-cooked feather blade of beef, pale ale and confit mushrooms

old spot pork loin, miso and sage

almond and brown butter financier, raspberry and white chocolate

strawberry and champagne trifle, strawberry gelato

Ox & Finch is one of three Michelin Bib Gourmand eateries in Glasgow from Scoop Restaurants Group, the food Ingredient-forward with a focus on letting proteins and Seasonal produce shine for themselves.

A lively spot in Finniestion, an abundance of Pubs on the same block just South of Kelvingrove Park already growing busy at 18h00, guests are offered seats at high-tops or leather banquettes with the later bathed in light by windows.

Open daily from 12h00 to 22h00, the menu prone to seasonal change and best described as “Tapas style” plus a few proper Entrees, Beverages cover a global map of Wine and Beer plus Cocktails including several forms of Spritz.

Well priced and properly portioned, a good diner easily able to manage three or four choices, Ox & Finch’s Cod Cheeks seem something of a signature and are well-worth ordering as Fish, Pork and Blood Sausage join together on Bread like some sort of Catalonian fever-dream.

Efficient if not pleasant in terms of service, a variety of youngsters delivering plates in a timely fashion, volume rises as the night goes on thanks to high ceilings, but not so much as to drown out the bold flavors of Beef cooked like Pot Roast beneath Mushroom Gravy or tender Pork Loin kissed with Miso and Sage.

Unable to choose just one Dessert, a downfall of dining solo, Chef Craig Nelson and Jonathan MacDonald prove equally well-suited for sweets as they are for savories with both the Financier and Trifle finding sweet yet fresh balance while incorporating varying textures and temperatures.

www.oxandfinch.com

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Stravaigin, Glasgow UK

Stravaigin

ELEVENSES – Woodford reserve, breakfast tea, tangerine jam

STRAVAIGIN’S OWN HAGGIS, neeps & tatties

SMOKED HAM BITTERBALLEN, basil emulsion

NASSAU FISH FRITTERS, scotch bonnet, buttermilk dressing

HERITAGE CARROTS, walnut cream, pickled beets, crispy tofu

FLAN NAPOLITANO, strawberries, crisp meringue

Taking its name from a Scottish word that means “to roam or wander about without a specific destination” Stravaigin serves a unique menu of globally inspired food and Scottish classics, including what many consider to be Glasgow’s best haggis.

Michelin recommended but neither starred nor bib gourmand, over twenty years of experience informing a Cafe, Bar and Cellar where locals gather amidst heavily wooded décor, lunch on Monday offers quiet respite from the streets with light music overhead.

Friendly but fairly aloof in terms of service, the young waitress spending much of this slow service flirting with a bartender, Stravaigin’s menu offers a good bit of customization whether one opts to partake a just a Burger, in courses or using small-plates as a sort of Tapas.

Not neglecting Whisky across a Cocktail list, Elevenses a smoky Citrus masterpiece, the “wee” portion of Haggis is perfect for one with four-bites of liberally spiced Offal alongside equal size quenelles of Potatoes and Rutabaga.

Spanning south for fried Bitterballen, straight out of Germany with smoked Ham, Fish Fritters get a bit muddled by the aggressive heat and creamy dressing while Carrots are unevenly cooked but pleasant in a mix of Nuts, Beets and unnecessary Tofu.

Uncertain why any menu would offer both Flan and Creme Caramel for Dessert, though locals seem to prefer Cheese regardless, an Italian riff in the former was small and smooth but frankly unmemorable in either a negative or positive way.

www.stravaigin.co.uk

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Tantrum Doughnuts Gordon Street, Glasgow UK

Tantrum Doughnuts

Americano

Almond Buttermilk Old Fashioned

Pistachio & Hibiscus

Maple Brown Butter & Bacon Old Fashioned

Cereal Milk Crunch

French Toast

Double Blueberry & White Chocolate Old Fashioned

Established in 2015, and now with three locations across Glasgow, Tantrum Doughnuts comes from independent ownership and seeks to compete with the likes of Krispy Kreme for Scottish tastebuds through the use of fresh and local Ingredients.

Previously a pop-up, Iain and Annika’s brick & mortar an instant hit in a market where handmade Doughnuts were previously unheard of, guests entering the space near Central Station will immediately note whimsical decorations, friendly servers and roughly 18 varieties including a trio targeting Vegans.

Responsible in practices, sustainable packaging and living wages part of their ethos, choices range from Cake to Risen and Bismarks with the later exemplified by springy Brioche filled with a Maple-Cinnamon Custard beneath Cinnamon Icing and a “Doughnut Crouton.”

Trendy but not overwrought, an Old Fashioned with Bacon given depth by Brown Butter, Tantrum’s signature Almond Buttermilk Old Fashioned eats moist and subtle while Cereal Milk Crunch takes a decadent approach fully-stuffed with nutty-sweet Cream.

Using Hibiscus instead of the usual Raspberry for a Pistachio ring, surprising almost anywhere outside of Latin America, perhaps the best overall bite comes from a squared “Old Fashioned” that is actually a Blueberry Cake Doughnut with naturally flavored Icing and a drizzle of White Chocolate.

www.tantrumdoughnuts.com

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The Bon Accord, Glasgow UK

The Bon Accord

The GlenDronach 15 Year Old Scotch

Chocolate Brownie, Vanilla Ice Cream

Recently reopened after a brief closure The Bon Accord has been serving Glasgow for over 55 years, and although perhaps not Scotland’s most storied Pub the space still draws legions of fans thanks to over 800 varieties of Beer and 300 bottles of Whisky.

Sold several times in its history, new owners Ken Stott and Euan McMillan currently retooling a menu of Pub Fare, The Bon Accord lacks televisions in favor of classic ambiance and conversation including staff and patrons full of suggestions.

Sold out of Sticky Toffee Pudding late on Sunday, the bartender recommending a skillet Brownie with Ice Cream instead, making a decision amongst so many styles of Scotch comes down to personal preference with the Honey and Chocolate notes of Sherry cask aged GlenDronach Revival winning out in this case.

www.thebonaccord.com

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Crabshakk Finnieston, Glasgow UK

Crabshakk Finnieston

FOCACCIA

SCALLOPS, ANCHOVY & SAGE BUTTER

BAKED CRAB, DEVILLED BUTTER

CHILLED COCONUT RICE PUDDING, PINEAPPLE

The first of two locations, this “Wee Shakk” much smaller than that at Botanics with just two cooks and two servers for ~20 seats, Crabshakk has been serving Glasgow since 2009.

Situated at 1114 Argyle Street and open from 12h00 Wednesday through Monday, reservations strongly recommended at all times for any size party, guests will find upstairs seating, bar stools and a few uncovered outside tables all tightly packed.

A concise concept sourcing only Fish and Shellfish from Scotland, five classics and some snacks surrounded by daily specials, Food is simple yet nicely prepared while prices trend high per portion.

Baking Focaccia on-site, springy with good Olive Oil, a first visit featured Crabshakk’s skillet Scallops in fragrant Butter before a tiny £30 Crab with mixed Meat in a cheesy Stew and Rice Pudding with Coconuts and Pineapples that seem inconsistent with the concept.

www.crabshakk.co.uk/finnieston-crabshakk-1

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The Clarence, Glasgow UK

The Clarence

Limoncello Spritz

Tandoori hot smoked salmon crumpet, crème fraîche, green apple, pickled kohlrabi, coriander

Roast Chateaubriand of Aberdeen Angus Beef, Bone marrow gravy, roasties, broccoli, glazed carrots, cauliflower cheese, Yorkshire pudding

Sticky toffee pudding, vanilla ice cream, custard

Owned by brothers Chris and Paul Charalambous, the Cultar Restaurant Group behind Michelin-starred Cail Bruich, The Clarence delivers traditional pub fare including a family-friendly Sunday Roast between Hynland and Partickhill.

Open daily for dinner, lunch from Wednesday through Saturday leading up to a busy Sunday service starting at 12h30, guests are offered a choice of Bar seating or tables in the dining room where staff proves both pleasant and efficient.

Served as a two or three-course Prix Fixe, each with a minimum of four choices including some at supplemental pricing, £39 yields more than enough Food for one person even without adding Snacks or Sides – though a drink including one of several Spritzes is recommended.

Opting for signatures, the Smoked Salmon Crumpet a delicate four bites with Fish balanced by Apple and pickled Kohlrabi, The Clarence’s Chateaubriand comes thin-cut and gently cooked with rich Gravy, crisp Potatoes and seasonal Vegetables.

Not forgetting a perfect Yorkshire Pudding, golden outside and custardy within, cheesy Cauliflower is rich and best shared in order to afford room for Sticky Toffee Pudding offered with Custard, Ice Cream or – the only proper answer – both.

www.theclarenceglasgow.co.uk

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Cottonrake Cafe, Glasgow UK

Cottonrake Cafe

Americano

Cinnamon Bun

Pork Sausage Roll

French Toast – Bacon, Maple Syrup, Hollandaise Butter

Arguably Glasgow’s most popular spot for brunch, Cottonrake started as a Bakery before opening the Cafe, but since 2010 the West End concept has been synonymous with locally-owned artisan Breads and Pastries.

Now served at three locations, the 497 Great Western Road location opened in 2013 since joined by a larger Cafe and in 2025 by a second Bakery at 35-37 Commerce Street, guests arriving early are seated fast with a full view of the kitchen and pleasant service staff.

Focused on evolving technique, the daytime and nightly menus distinct, diners will notice a Pastry case on entry before perusing choices including everything from Mexican Eggs and Grilled Cheese to weekend-special French Toast giving housemade Brioche a good soak before griddling and topping with Bacon, Maple Syrup and a liberal quenelle of Hollandaise Butter.

All exposed ceilings, wood and cement, its noise level growing with the crowd, fans of Cinnamon Rolls will find Cottonrake’s enjoyable with a golden surface around soft insides while the Sausage Roll puts a thick link at the center of flaky Viennoiserie.

www.cottonrake.com

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1841 Café Bar, Glasgow UK

1841 Café Bar

Americano

Pistachio Cookie

Hazelnut Oat Croissant

Debuted in August of 2025 the West End’s 1841 Café Bar is a concise space featuring Baked Goods and Coffee by day and Cocktails alongside bar bites at night.

A follow-up to the original 1841 Café on Vinicombe Street, turnkey occupancy from Hyndland Road’s JellyHill seeing a few indoor tables joined by tight seating outside, guests are likely to find a full-house from open to close.

Pouring Thomson’s Coffee in a wide variety of styles, an Americano with smooth caramel and fruit notes well-matched to unique Pastries, service is pleasant while complimentary WiFi invites a lengthy stay to enjoy a chewy Pistachio Cookie or texturally complex Hazelnut Oat Croissant.

www.thomsonscoffee.com

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Big Chicken Catering [19,] Las Vegas NV

Big Chicken

Chicken Strips

Onion Rings

Brownies

Still surprising fans as well as skeptics with Food far better than the typical “celebrity” Restaurant, Shaquille O’Neal’s involvement seeing talented locals tapped from the start, it was via ezCater that timely delivery was seamlessly coordinated at a budget well-within guidelines.

www.bigchicken.com

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Purple Potato Bakery [33], Las Vegas NV

Purple Potato Bakery

Ube Velvet Cookies – Cashews, Milk Chocolate Chips, White Chocolate Chips

Red Velvet Cookies – White Chocolate Chips

Brownie

Ube Tres Leches Cake

Ube Flan Layer Cake

Never actually gone from the local food scene, the rebranding of Yonaka and Purple Potato followed by a consulting gig at LAS, Chef DeCastro’s current lineup continues with Cakes, Cookies and Donuts, this day featuring a dozen varieties ranging from Red Velvet to a thick Chocolate Brownie and Ube Tres Leches.

www.purplepotatolv.com

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Amador x James Trees Dialogue, Las Vegas NV

Amador Cocina Fina

Jamaica Spritz

Bread and Compost Butter

Chips and Salsa

Oyster and Pearls – Oyster Ice Cream, Kaluga Hybrid Caviar, Crème Fraiche

Caesar Salad – Lettuce Gel, Chicken Skin, Petite Harvest

Tartlet Mar y Tierra Tartar – Dry Aged Flannery NY steak, Hokkaido Uni, BTT Sauce

U10 Maine Scallop Sashimi – Sake Washed Ikura, Hissop Flowers

Aguachile – Wild Prawns, Lemon Verbena, Citrus

El Flan – Foie Gras, Porcini Croissant, Custard

Escabeche – Spanish Mackarel, Saffron All I Oli, Artichokes, Chamoy Air

Lamb Saddle – Huitlacoche Farce, Chicatana Ants Mashed Potatoes, Barbacoa Jus

Amaro Chocolate Snickers, S’Mores Macaron

Best described as a more personal project from Chef Oscar Amador the space on Jones and Spring Mountain was reborn as Amador Cocina Fina on 11/1/2025, eight years after EDO Gastro Tapas & Wine abruptly reshaped what Sin City felt Spanish Food was capable of.

A James Beard Award-nominiated Chef with roots in Catalonia, Amador Cocina Fina sees Oscar step outside EDO Hospitality for a one-off focused on Food instead of management with Chef regularly on the line doing what he loves.

“More Latin, more me cooking anything I want to cook” per Chef, the refrigerator of dry aging Fish up front and a caddy of labor intensive Condiments on each table just a few examples, Amador’s opening menu showed a man happy to stretch his legs while a collaboration between Oscar and James Trees as part of the “Dialogue” series further sought to push Las Vegas’ dining scene forward.

www.amadorcocinafina.com

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Diamond Spur Provisions & Meats, Las Vegas NV

Diamond Spur Provisions & Meats

Hot Chicken Caesar Hero

Meatball Hero

Chicken Parm Hero

All Natural Rotisserie Chicken

Ranch Steak Frites

1/4 lb Cheeseburger

Chicken Salad

Pasta Salad

Owned by Chef Marc Marrone and Todd Lunger Diamond Spur Meats & Provisions opened late-May 2026 with all the #influencer shenanigans one might expect, though thankfully the project leans on quality Ingredients and cookery with an ethos deserving of respect.

Located at 8241 South Fort Apache Road, Marrone’s return to Las Vegas after years on the ranch seeing his newest concept part Butcher shop and part eatery, guests will find a simple menu with fair prices including the likes of a juicy all-natural Rotisserie Chicken for just under $15.

Missing the era of Graffiti Bao, though Diamond Spur’s Quarter Pounder with Cheese throws back to those days in taste and price, Sandwiches sold as Heros pack a lot of Meat on the Sesame Seed Roll whether one of two styles of Chicken or featuring Marcs legendary Meatballs that helped made Lavo a thing.

Using Audubon Certified Beef for Steak Frites, the Tallow Fries and rich Protein both covered in thick Sauce with earthy aromatics, sides don’t skimp on quality whether classic Pasta Salad with Olives or Chicken Salad that tastes like the Rotisserie with Red Peppers and subtle seasoning throughout.

www.dspmeats.com

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Paymon’s Fresh Kitchen and Lounge Catering [8,] Las Vegas NV

Paymon’s Fresh Kitchen and Lounge

Hummus

Pita Bread

Broiled Chicken Kabob – roasted tomato, sautéed vegetables, potatoes, vermicelli pilaf

Koobideh Kabob – roasted tomato, sautéed vegetables, potatoes, vermicelli pilaf

Fesenjan

Baklava

Rice Pudding

Serving Las Vegas since 1988 Paymon’s Restaurant is as close as it gets to a local “institution,” its longevity attributable to fair prices and the sort of Food that is “ethnic” but familiar and focused on good products made fresh daily.

A labor of love from Paymon Raouf, the decision to change from a “Mediterranean Café” to a “Fresh Kitchen and Lounge” in 2020 seeing the menu expand into Indian and Italian options, plates still focus on healthy preparation eschewing additives and preservatives with options to suit most dietary preferences.

Ordered as delivery, everything arriving temperature appropriate in individual packaging, the first thing one will notice is that instead of just Rice the Kabobs arrive with Roasted Vegetables and Potatoes with limited Salt but lots of seasoning to match moist but well-cooked Meats.

Teamed with Jeff Ecker since 2000, a number of accolades earned since, Paymon’s Hummus arrives smooth with lots of Garlic matched to Tahini, though Pita is unfortunately no better than the store bought stuff.

Looking next at Fesenjan, decent but a far cry from Zaytoon in terms of taste or consistency, dueling Desserts perform well whether one prefers thick Baklava with Walnuts or large-grain Rice Pudding with Whipped Cream on top that eats light like the versions in France.

www.paymons.com

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Friendly Donut House [12,] Henderson NV

Friendly Donut House

Glazed Old Fashioned Donut

Buttermilk Bar

Apple Fritter

Blueberry Cake Donut

Cake Donut with Cinnamon Crumble

Bearclaw

Arguably Sin City’s eldest purveyor of Fried Dough Friendly Donut House remains a Henderson staple for good reason, opening hours as early as 4:00am daily finding shelves full of fried Dough paired to pleasant customer service.

The sort of place built for Veterans to linger over Coffee, a strip-mall on South Boulder Highway playing host to regulars for decades, fans of classics will find lightly fried Yeast rings beneath Glaze while those who favor Cake can choose Vanilla or Chocolate with Sprinkles, Cinnamon Crumble or plain.

Also offering Longjohns and Bismarcks, the later piped with Cream or Custard, Buttermilk Bars are textbook thanks to penetrant Sugar plus Icing in a variety of flavors while the Bear Claw and Apple Fritter are easily Sin City’s best and well-worth the drive, cost and calories thanks to the golden exterior and Cinnamon-spiced Fruit inside.

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Bar Bohème Bakery Pop-Up, Las Vegas NV

Bar Boheme

Bostock Cinnamon Roll

Chocolate Cruffin

Raspberry Cookie

Chocolate Cherry Sourdough

Calamansi Cruffin

Cheese Danish with Harry’s Berries Strawberries

Pan Suisse with Calamansi and Blackberries

Biscoff Cookie

Berry Bostock

Pain au Chocolat

Hazelnut Caramel Viennoiserie

Butter Croissant

Continuously evolving thanks to customer comments Bar Bohème recently debuted a Bakery “Pop-up,” plans to open from 8:00am until 11:00am on the third Saturday of every month met with such demand that anyone not in line by eight o’clock sharp was left with very limited choices.

A combination of all James Trees’ concepts, Budino and Sourdough from Esther’s Kitchen alongside towering Rainbow Cake reminiscing Al Solito Posto, most choices come from talented Pastry Chef Jake Yergensen including buttery Bostock and Croissants that wouldn’t be out of place on the streets of Paris.

Also bringing back Ada’s Cookies, Biscoff and Raspberry nearly as good as the oldschool Caramel Pretzel from Tivoli Village, additional highlights came from laminated Cheese Danishes with Harry’s Strawberries and a vibrant Calamansi Cruffin.

www.barbohemelv.com

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Glaze Doughnuts [43,] Las Vegas NV

Glaze Doughnuts

Chocolate Frosting and Coconut Doughnut

Chocolate Cocoa Pebbles Doughnut

Vanilla Frosting and Coconut Doughnut

Apple Fritter

Glazed Twist Doughnut

Chocolate with Nuts Doughnut

Doughnut Hole

Glazed Strawberry Filled Doughnut

Vanilla Fruity Pebbles Doughnut

Maple Longjohn

Chocolate Longjohn

Family owned and operated from the start, Dominic Sang bringing Dad’s recipes from a Texas Doughnuttery to Sin City in October 2015, guests entering Glaze Doughnuts will notice little has since changed about the shop in nearly a decade while their soft base and creative toppings earn “Best of Las Vegas” accolades annually.

Located on Fort Apache Road, fair prices and friendly service undoubtedly part of Glaze’s appeal, what the shop lacks in selection is more than made up for in quality compared to the likes of Dunkin, Krispy Kream or other spots nearby.

Largely built on Yeast Rings, though undersized Fritters perform admirably, fans of simplicity will find Maple Frosting far more subtle than most while Chocolate and Vanilla Glaze are also of excellent quality with or without additions such as Cereal or Candy.

Not over-the-top, but balanced and complex, Black and White Sesame dazzle atop a fluffy leavened base while Vanilla with Oreos do the same, though if one is seeking Glaze’s top choice the decision comes down to Blueberry Cinnamon Toast, Churros and Horchata or Matcha Green Tea Pistachio that delivers sweetness beneath toasty notes.

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Wicked Donuts [31,] Las Vegas NV


Wicked Donuts

Ube Mochi Donut

Lemon Meringue Donut

Tiramisu Donut

Wicked Boston Cream

Bella Nutella

Mini Chocolate Chip Cookie Cronut Bowl

Sugar Rolled Cronut

Offering over two-dozen flavors daily, in addition to freshly-fried minis available in a keto-friendly fashion, any discussion of Wicked Donuts should begin with the base, buttery Brioche or toothsome Cake enjoyable beneath tangy Buttermilk or Vanilla Glaze, though upgrading to Chocolate, Blueberry or Maple is highly advised.

Eschewing Artificial Colors or Preservatives, a fact pertinent to Cream-filled choices, suffice it to say that most will not last long whether it be decadent “Bella Nutella” or the more nuanced Lemon Meringue.

Executing Ansel’s invention well, available filled, topped or coated in Sugar, the Chocolate Chip Cookie Cronut Bowl is a fun little bite while “Puffernuts,” Mochi and Cruffins add even more variability to the collection.

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ShangHai Taste Catering [28,] Las Vegas NV


Shanghai Taste

House Fried Rice with Sausage

Shanghai Fried Rice Cake with Shrimp

House Fried Fat Noodles with Beef

Sheng Jian

Scallion Pancakes

Kao Fu

Tucked inside Suite 104 of 4266 Spring Mountain Road, it was via contacting ShangHai Taste directly that catering was coordinated on Wednesday, Managing Partner Joe Muscaglione arriving at 11:45am-sharp with six items portioned large enough for sharing.

Still the top destination in Shanghai Plaza at the corner of Arville Street, family recipes handed down to Chef Jimmy Li comprising a concise menu of scratch-made plates, it was with all items carefully-packed and temperature appropriate that most got started with Fried Rice, a bit of tooth welcomed amidst Pork, Egg and Soy.

Now the 28th time delivered, though Jimmy’s years at 3 Villages, 1900 Asian Cuisine and Niu Gu will find many locals familiar with his authentic brand of cooking, fans of Soup Dumplings, or XLB, will be happy to know ShangHai Taste’s set a high standard, and whether one prefers Pork, Beef, Shrimp, Crab or even Gluten Free the textures and flavors are great, as too are the fried version entitled Sheng Jian with Sesame Seeds.

Again impressing with House Fried Fat Noodles, each strand slick and slightly chewy tossed with Steak, Stir-fried Rice Cakes traditionally known as Chao Nian Gao remain a personal favorite thanks to sticky-soft pillows with Salt and a bit of sweetness.

Only offering one Dessert, not “American” by any stretch, remaining stomach capacity saw Chocolate Dumplings skipped this time while guests with a sense of adventure enjoyed steamed Wheat Gluten Kao Fu with Mushrooms, fermented Soy and Ginger.

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