Category Archives: Bread Basket

June 26, 2008
11:10 PM
by: Uhockey

Bouchon Bakery, New York New York

How do you drop $100 for two at a Bakery-cafe? Have a deep love and appreciation for food, service, and quality. Some people consider Thomas Keller to be God, others consider him to be overrated…I’d say both have merit but … Continue reading →

Posted in Bouchon, Bread Basket, Coffee, Dessert, Food, Macaroon, Madeline, New York, Vacation

June 26, 2008
11:04 PM
by: Uhockey

Patsy’s Pizzeria, New York New York

In an argument of “best thin crust NY Pizza” you will get 50 different answers from 100 different people. Many of those people say Patsy’s and as such I decided to give it a try during my visit in New … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, New York, Patsy's, Pizza, Tiramisu, Vacation

June 26, 2008
10:49 PM
by: Uhockey

Norma’s, New York New York

I wanted to like this restaurant……I don’t go to restaurants I don’t want to like. The food was excellent and the coffee was undoubtedly some of the best I have ever had in refillable form at a restaurant. Why 2 … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Breakfast, Dessert, New York, Norma's, Pancakes, Vacation

June 25, 2008
10:32 PM
by: Uhockey

Otto Restaurant Enoteca Pizzeria, New York New York

After a long day of gallery hopping, shopping, and a wonderful lunch at Gramercy Tavern my sister, mother, and I decided to head to Batalli’s Otto for a late dinner. Having tasted Babbo only 2 days prior our expectations were … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Dessert, Food, Italian, New York, Octopus, Otto, Pizza, Tiramisu, Vacation

June 25, 2008
10:23 AM
by: Uhockey

Gramercy Tavern, New York New York

To be honest, it is tough for me to offer enough praise for Gramercy Tavern. While not the best food of my life, it was close, and in terms of overall experience it was certainly the most impressive. After a … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Bread Pudding, Dessert, Gramercy Tavern, New York, Tasting Menu

June 25, 2008
12:21 AM
by: Uhockey

Eleven Madison Park, New York New York

Arriving at Eleven Madison Park for our 2:00pm lunch reservations after a long walk from the Morgan Library, expectations and hunger were admittedly elevated. Having read glorious reviews of Chef Humm’s cooking, great service, and a beautiful dining room the … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Coffee, Dessert, Eleven Madison Park, Foie, New York

June 23, 2008
10:26 AM
by: Uhockey

Babbo, New York New York

Planning a trip to NYC on less than a month’s notice, reservations were seemingly out of the question and my mother, sister, and I had planned to arriive early and sit at the bar. Driving through Pennsylvania we called around … Continue reading →

Posted in Babbo, Bread Basket, Coffee, Dessert, Foie, Gnocchi, Italian, New York, Vacation

June 21, 2008
10:26 AM
by: Uhockey

Biaggi’s, Toledo Ohio

Yes, it is a chain, but no it isn’t generic. While I did find the overly elaborate nature of ‘describing’ the combination of olive oil, cheese, and pepper at the table as an accompaniment to bread to be hilarious and … Continue reading →

Posted in Biaggi's, Bread Basket, Dessert, Ohio, Toledo

May 19, 2008
10:30 PM
by: Uhockey

Lindey’s, Columbus Ohio

In the heart of the German Village lies a gem; a gem that has withstood the test of time and a gem that continues to shine with the changing times. While opinions of Lindey’s may vary from experience to experience, … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Bread Pudding, Columbus, Lindey's, Ohio

February 25, 2008
7:42 PM
by: Uhockey

Mastro’s Steakhouse, Costa Mesa California

I had the pleasure of visiting this wonderful restaurant during a trip to California in Feb ’08. While I think a 3.5 rating would be best, I’ll bump up to 4.0 for the customer service and Buttercake. First of all, … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Buttercake, California, Dessert, Gnocchi, Lobster, Mastro's

September 21, 2007
6:59 PM
by: Uhockey

Mesa Grill, Las Vegas Nevada

I don’t really like BBQ. I don’t really like Southwest Style cooking. I actually don’t really like Bobby Flay or his cocky attitude either……I liked Mesa Grill. While the location may not do it for some, my buddy and I … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Las Vegas, Mesa Grill, Nevada

January 18, 2007
11:17 PM
by: Uhockey

Amex Arena Club, Los Angeles California

Fantastic seats, quality food, top notch service, and suprisingly good prices for higher end arena food. Sat here during a visit to LA in on 01/18/07, directly overlooking the Kings offensive zone, for the first period. I had Sushi, mom … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, California, Hockey, Los Angeles, Sushi