Endo Edibles

June 21, 2021
11:25 AM
by: Uhockey

Milpa Catering, Las Vegas NV

Milpa Catering

Cilantro Rice – Lime

Chorizo Lentils – Green Chorizo, Green Lentils

Adobo Chicken

Cilantro Lime Shrimp

Short Rib Barbacoa

Romaine & Jicama Salad – Romaine Lettuce, Jicama, Cucumber, Radish, Cranberry, Pepitas, Pomegranate, Queso Fresco, Jalapeno Vinaigrette

Tortilla Chips

Corn Esquites – Roasted Corn, Jalapenos, Cotija

Arbol Potatoes – Roasted Potatoes, Arbol Salsa

Handmade Corn Tortillas

Cilantro, Cabbage, Radish, Pickled Onion, Lime

Opened in the early days of 2021 Milpa took over the former Elia space at 4226 South Durango Drive, its off-kilter location unfortunately easy to miss despite the fact that Chef DJ Flores is cooking some of the best contemporary Mexican Cuisine in Las Vegas.

Part Molino and also a sit-down Café, with stone-ground housemade Tortillas a point of pride, Milpa’s focus is a healthier sort of Mexican Fare built largely from local Ingredients, and although not everyone will appreciate that difference the ones that do will be rewarded by every bite.

Ordered for delivery on a Monday, a Milpa employee arriving on time with plenty of serviceware and utensils, it was not long before staff piled their plates with everything from fragrant Rice to spicy Spuds, the Chorizo Lentils an unexpected stunner with tons of depth while Corn Esquites channel Elotes minus all the Mayonnaise.

Raised in Vegas with skills developed under thinkfoodgroup and Too Hot Tamales before staging at Quintonil in Mexico City, Chef Flores created Milpa after time at Chica in The Venetian, though the authenticity of this project far outpaces anything from Lorena Garcia whether it be Salad or roasted Meats such as the impressively-moist Chicken Breast marrying heat to subtle sweetness.

Well-priced for the quality, roughly $15 per person providing more than enough of everything to go around, Guacamole, Chips and Salsa are all praiseworthy and made fresh daily, delicious both on their own or with accoutrements topping Sin City’s best Tortillas alongside fork-tender Short Rib and plump Shrimp.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, Milpa achieves the rare trifecta of healthy, affordable and delicious, all while utilizing time honored techniques plus largely local Ingredients to produce Mexican Cuisine that outpaces places deemed “Fine Dining” on The Strip.

RECOMMENDED: Chorizo Lentils, Corn Esquites, Tortillas, Guacamole, Romaine & Jicama Salad, Cilantro Lime Shrimp, Short Rib Barbacoa.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Follow milpa_lv on Social Media for daily specials, pop-ups and business hours that currently stand at 10am to 7pm Monday through Wednesday, closed Thursday, 10am to 7pm Friday, 9am to 7pm Saturday and 9am to 4pm Sunday.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.milpalv.com

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June 21, 2021
11:00 AM
by: Uhockey

Chocolate Chip Cookie Company [4,] Las Vegas NV

Chocolate Chip Cookie Company

Chocolate Chip Cookie

Banana Walnut Cookie

Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie

Cinnamon and Sugar Cookie

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookie

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie

Located inside Suite 242 of 6380 South Valley View Boulevard it seems likely that no one will accidentally stumble upon Chocolate Chip Cookie Company, but for those with the prudence to seek Dessert while out and about the small store in front of a commissary kitchen may just be serving Las Vegas’ best collection of locally made rounds.

Focused on “Bringing the Cookie Back,” and previously available only by delivery, it was late 2018 that Jovan Mesa-Glennon and husband John opened a small store at the back of an industrial complex, hours from 10:00am till six o’clock or later daily giving guests a chance to see the facility and take home one or more of several flavors.

Baking everything from scratch, Jovan’s secret recipes yielding the sort of Cookie that blossoms a bit around the edge before becoming crisp, it was based on prior experience that five-dozen were ordered for work, the business’ namesake buttery with just enough Vanilla and Cinnamon to perfume the palate while chunks of Bittersweet Chocolate are partially melted throughout the center.

Next tasting Reese’s Peanut Butter, a novel option to this order, the addition of Cups plus Pieces to Mrs. Mesa-Glennon ‘s Batter proves predictably delicious while Oatmeal Raisin is textbook chewy with oodles of nostalgia.

Prioritizing customer safety by individually bagging each Cookie at no extra cost, Banana Walnut wins guests over by way of natural sweetness and toasty spots in juxtaposition to sugary Toffee Chocolate Chip that is also slightly salty and heterogeneous from bite-to-bite.

Titling their version of the Snickerdoodle a “Cinnamon and Sugar Cookie,” the granulated top plus plenty of Butter making each mouthful sugary and moist, fans should be sure to follow @thechocolatechipcookieco on Social Media where daily specials are frequently announced.

FIVE STARS: Although unlikely to get a lot of foot traffic at the back of an off-strip industrial complex the wife and husband team behind Chocolate Chip Cookie Company are quickly making a name for themselves thanks to a “do one thing and do it well” spot featuring locally-made rounds in a variety of flavors.

RECOMMENDED: Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie, Cinnamon and Sugar Cookie, Oatmeal Raisin Cookie, White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookie, Banana Walnut Cookie, Coconut Marshmallow Chocolate Chip Cookie.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Currently open 10:00am to 6:00pm daily, and taking orders 24/7 via the website. Available via delivery with GrubHub.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.chocolatechipcookiecompany.com

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June 18, 2021
6:20 PM
by: Uhockey

Main Street Provisions [3,] Las Vegas NV

Main Street Provisions

Gettin’ Caught in the Rain – Rum, Milk Can Moonshine, Calpico, Pineapple, Lime, Topo Chico

Venison Tataki – New Zealand Venison, Whiskey Shoyu Dessing, Roasted Salsify, Seasoned Egg, Chili Sunflower Seeds

Baba Choke-Ganoush & Hominy Hummus – Wood Roasted Artichoke Dip, Hominy Hummus, Preserved Asparagus in Olive Oil, Fry Bread

Leek Empanada – Colombian-style Leek and Kale Empanada, Charred Tomato and Legume Sauce

Iced Tea – Lemon

Idaho Scotch Egg – Soft boiled Egg wrapped with Smoked Riverence Trout, Potato Chip Crust, Trout Roe, Lemon Verbena Cream

Spring Greens Salad – Desert Bloom Mixed Greens, Pickled Asparagus, Brussels Sprouts Leaves, Fried Onion, Herbs, Artichoke Vinaigrette

Simple Pickles with Greens – Baby Gem Leaves, Sweet-Pickled Peppers, Pickled Cucumbers, Mustard Vinaigrette

Baja Striped Bass – Roasted Pacifico Striped Bass, Uni BBQ Sauce, Rice baked in Seafood Broth, Spiced Pickles

Roasted Seafood Soup – Clams, Smoked Fish, Fresh Fish, White Wine Ancho Seafood Broth, Toasted Country Bread

Cornbread Muffins – Honey Butter

Smoked Duck Breast – Cherry Molasses BBQ Sauce, Roasted Beets, Citrus

Rabbit Boudin – Poached Rabbit Sausage, Potato Dumplings, Sauteed Mushrooms, Mustard Seeds, Rabbit Jus

Honey Lavender Pasturebird – Herbs, Sweet Pepper and Olive Oil Dressing, Tomatoes

Louisiana Popcorn Rice – Schmaltz / Cattleman’s Pea Beans – Sea Island Red Peas, Ground Meat, Onions, Spices, BBQ Sauce

New Harissa Carrots – Harissa roasted Carrots, Tomatillo Sauce, Crispy Greens, Mustard Blossoms

Utah Woman’s Steak – Charred Scallion Chimichurri, Funeral Potato Croquette

Double Espresso – Ice

Citrus Butter Cake – Butter enriched Cake, Raw Sugar, Candied Citrus, Cointreau Noir Whipped Cream

Now On Stage – Paradise City Creamery Dark Chocolate, Coconut Whipped Cream, Chopped Peanuts

Basque Cheesecake – Warm Local Desert Honey, Orange Zest

Previously visited in twice, a second experience outpacing the first, dinner number three at Main Street Provisions found Chef Justin Kingsley Hall’s kitchen firing on all cylinders while owner Kim Owens and her front of house team continue to offer some of the warmest hospitality in town.

Now serving “modern American comfort Food” to a full crowd, the room buzzing on Friday night with mostly locals, it was after pleasant greetings that eight guests were led to a table at room’s center, the next 150 comprised of nineteen plates attesting to Chef Hall’s distinctive style and multi-cultural repertoire.

All exposed beams and unfinished floors sandwiching local artwork, décor that matches Food and Beverage which look rustic despite layered and complex flavors, it was after placing an order that Cocktails arrived first, Gettin’ Caught in the Rain a sweet n’ easy sipper nicely balancing earthy Wood Roasted Artichoke Dip and Colombian-style Empanadas as well as Venison bathing in poignant Dressing with an Egg.

Bridging Appetizers to Entrees with Salad, but not before a taste of Main Street Provisions’ innovative “Scotch Egg” that marries Salt and Smoke, locally grown Greens shine amidst textural Plant-based accoutrements including everything from housemade Artichoke Vinaigrette and Pickles to individually fried Brussels Sprouts Leaves.

Not about to miss Chef’s “New Harissa Carrots,” a signature dish worthy of that designation, Popcorn Rice now finds itself well-utilized as a Side to both Pea Beans and flaky Skin-on Bass glazed in sauce fortified with Sea Urchin, though it would be tough for this or any other dish to outpace gently smoked Duck that eats like Steak alongside Citrus and Beets.

Happy to see top-notch Cornbread now offered without roasted Chicken, though the Bird is one of Las Vegas’ best, additional entrees included salty Seafood Soup with Bread to sop up all the Broth plus medium-rare Steak alongside a Funeral Potato Croquette and tender Rabbit Sausage served in rich Pan Sauce with Dumplings.

Enjoying one more piece of Cornbread as Mrs. Owens stopped by to check-in, her enthusiasm and charm almost tangible, Desserts were ordered with Coffee, the Citrus Buttercake still one of Las Vegas’ best ways to end Dinner while Basque Cheesecake is nearly as good thanks to pronounced creaminess and local Honey used to balance a bit of intentional char.

FOUR AND A HALF STARS: An expanded look at Main Street Provisions’ Spring menu finds Chef Justin Kingsley Hall’s cooking more precise than ever, despite a willingness to take chances with the reassurance that Kim Owens and her service staff will make each guest feel like they’re highly valued.

RECOMMENDED: Baba Choke-Ganoush & Hominy Hummus, Venison Tataki, New Harissa Carrots, Smoked Duck Breast, Rabbit Boudin, Honey Lavender Pasturebird, Cornbread Muffins, Basque Cheesecake, Citrus Butter Cake.

AVOID: The simplified “Now On Stage” Sundae is an improvement from prior, but anyone who isn’t Vegan will be better off getting Ice Cream elsewhere.

TIP: Open 4pm-10pm Weds through Sat and 11am-7pm including Brunch on Sunday.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.mainstprovisions.com

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June 16, 2021
11:25 AM
by: Uhockey

Meraki Greek Grill Catering [10,] Las Vegas NV

Meraki Greek Grill

Greek Salad – Romaine Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Cucumber, Feta Cheese, Kalamata Olives, Pepperoncini, Greek Vinaigrette

Greek Rice

Fried Potatoes

Chicken Gyro

Falafel – Chickpea Fritters, Lemon, Herbs

Steak Kalamakia

Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onions (for Gyro Kit)

Tzatziki – Authentic Greek Yogurt, Cucumber, Garlic / Hummus – Garbanzo Beans, Tahini, Lemon / Pita

Mama’s Rice Pudding

Ravani – Sweet Semolina Cake, Citrus Zest, Pistachio

Baklava – Phyllo, Walnuts, Honey

Now a regular part of the lunch rotation, former Estiatorio Milos Chef Nikos Georgousis and Girair ‘Jerry’ Goumroian of Henderson’s The Great Greek all-but rescuing the plaza on Rainbow at Tropicana in early 2017, it was amidst COVID-19 precautions that catering was ordered on Wednesday, and difficult as it may seem to believe these guys just keep getting better.

Nothing less than an Off-Strip sensation since opening its doors, and pivoting nicely to off-site dining during the pandemic, guests may now opt for dine-in or take-out, Meraki’s servings always more than generous and prices so affordable that one sometimes wonders how the Restaurant is even making a profit.

Defined as “doing something with soul, creativity and love,” a spirit embodied by courteous employees taking all necessary precautions, it was at precisely 11:30am that employees arrived with several easy-stacking boxes containing temperature-control trays, this simple extra step guaranteeing Food is indistinguishable from that served inside the Restaurant.

Serving a diverse crowd on this occasion, but doing so with an impressive spread of Proteins, Produce and imported Ingredients, Hummus remains a highlight in terms of taste and texture while Steak Kalamakia served instead of Greek-style Meatballs earned praise for tender Filet Mignon with a slight char.

This time finding Feta separate Meraki’s Greek Salad, just the way staff likes it, Greek Rice also received high praise for its fluffiness and flavor while the Gyro kit allowed ample customization of marinated Chicken with Tomatoes, Lettuce, Onion and tangy Tzatziki made with “authentic” Greek Yogurt.

Happy to find no shortage of Pita, soft and warm rounds gratuitously slathered with dueling Spreads, Vegetarians were further treated to crisp and oilless Potatoes lightly perfumed by Herbs or two-bite Falafel that are light but toothsome and fragrant with Garlic as well as Cilantro.

Not forgetting Dessert, Ravani similar to the flavor of Galaktoboureko but more toothsome thanks to Sugar-saturated Semolina Cake and crunchy Pistachios, Honey-soaked Baklava rife with Walnuts and creamy Rice Pudding are also highly recommended and arguably the best in Sin City.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, Meraki Greek Grill offers budget-friendly, fresh and well-crafted Fare with impeccable customer service, Girair and his team’s attention to detail making Meraki Las Vegas’ premier off-Strip spot for Mediterranean cuisine for the last four years.

RECOMMENDED: Hummus, Tzatziki, Chicken Gyro, Steak Kalamakia, Ravani, Baklava.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Open 11-9 Tuesday through Saturday and until 8pm on Sunday. Full menu for on-site dining, takeout and catering accurate per the website. Follow on Social Media @merakigreeklv for specials.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.merakigreekgrill.com

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June 14, 2021
11:25 AM
by: Uhockey

Bronze Café Summerlin Catering [10,] Las Vegas NV

Bronze Café Catering

Vegetable Israeli Couscous

Chicken Schnitzel with Sesame and Lemon

Beef Brisket

Herbed Potatoes

Roasted Carrots and Parsnips with Garlic and Dill

Sweet Noodle Kugel

The Mint Chocolate Coconut Macaroon

The Carrot Cake

The Banana Flax Cake

The Chocolate Chip Cookie

The Chai Spice Cookie

The S’Mores Turnover

The Loving v Virginia

The Lemon Blueberry Scone

The Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle

Always on the move, both the Restaurant’s physical location and their health-conscious Cuisine, it was for Catering that David and Peter Mozes were again called upon Monday, the owners of Bronze Café this time offering to prepare a traditional Jewish menu instead of the usual delicious Salads and Sandwiches.

Located near Desert Shores in Summerlin, the former home of Beau Monde Bakery providing turnkey access for a Restaurant now offering Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, it was from Chef Mozes’ home recipes and cooking for prominent local families that Lunch consisted of a bowl and five trays, pounded Chicken Schnitzel making fast fans thanks to its crispy golden Batter while roasted Potatoes, Carrots and Parsnips all shined despite their simplicity.

New to a majority-Hispanic staff, though an Israeli Couscous Salad went over well thanks to previous experiences with Bronze Café’s daily menu, Beef Brisket sold itself by being nearly spoon-tender while Sweet Noodle Kugel received mixed reviews, though in the eyes of this writer it was exemplary.

Happy to receive a glut of Desserts, all Vegan and The Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle still Las Vegas’ best Cookie despite mounting competition, those missing Beau Monde’s gluten-free offerings will be happy to know the Banana Flax Cake is made without any Wheat protein, as too is a fully loaded Carrot Cake that has only gotten better with time.

Continuing strong with the cleverly titled Loving v Virginia, a Brookie that sees both halves nicely textured, Chai Spice Cookies remain soft and almost Cake-like while the Lemon Blueberry Scone is delicate and “buttery” despite the lack of Butter, Milk or Eggs.

Rounding out the afternoon with another scoop of Kugel, maybe two, it was in exchange for a minty Macaroon that half a Turnover was received, the fact that the Marshmallow is Vegan ever-surprising, though slightly less shocking than the lamination achieved by its animal-product-free Pastry.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, no matter where Chef Peter and David are set-up the quality has never declined, lunch on Monday continuing to show quality and creativity bound to please those with and without dietary restrictions, whether they want to be gluttonous or eat light.

RECOMMENDED: Beef Brisket, Chicken Schnitzel, Sweet Noodle Kugel, The Lemon Blueberry Scone, The Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle, The Carrot Cake, The Loving v. Virginia, The Loving v Virginia.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: 8a-8p daily at 2380 N Buffalo Drive, Suite 110. 702-852-2830. Online ordering via all the usual apps but catering best coordinated by contacting the Restaurant directly.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.bronzecafe.com

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June 12, 2021
1:45 PM
by: Uhockey

The Original Doughnut Bar, Las Vegas NV

The Original Doughnut Bar

Chocolate Glazed Doughnut

Chocolate Glazed Doughnut with Sprinkles

Twist Doughnut

Chocolate Glazed Long John Doughnut

Maple Whiskey Bacon Doughnut

Jelly Filled Doughnut

Cinnamon Swirl Doughnut

Limoncello Doughnut

Pecan Pie Doughnut

Banana Cream Pie Doughnut

Coconut Cream Pie Doughnut

Opened by a trio of industry veterans in March 2021, after a lengthy delay, The Original Doughnut Bar replaces Chopstix Express at 2625 South Decatur Boulevard with two dozen varieties of fried Dough on sale beginning at 7:00am daily.

Painted pink and grey with a drive-thru, and billed as “the first Liquor- infused and Liquor -glazed Doughnut concept in the Las Vegas,” it is while approaching the window that the collection is described along the building’s length, though for those arriving after 10:00 several styles may already be gone.

Small batch with fair prices, oversized glazed rings for $1.50 and boozy options such as tangy Limoncello commanding $4, it was around 2:00pm that a friendly ODB server recited the remaining choices, a “one of each” request seeing three added for free as the shop was officially sold-out for the day.

Using scratch-made Glazes and Fillings, Dark Chocolate Ganache but one example that outperforms Carl’s or PinkBox, The Original Doughnut Bar’s base is buoyant without being airy and just yeasty enough to prevent items such as the Twist or Cinnamon Swirl from being nothing but sweet.

Pairing Pastries to Peet’s Coffee, a rarity in Sin City, Bismarcks constitute most of ODB’s designer choices, the Jelly on this day Blueberry and well-filled while Banana Cream Pie is creamy and natural in comparison to Coconut that unfortunately tastes like suntan lotion smells.

Further raising eyebrows with Pecan Pie, though it is not listed on the online or drive-thru menu, do be sure to order “Maple Whiskey Bacon” if available, because it sure isn’t just another Voodoo knock-off but rather a fluffy Long John with plenty of bitters to balance sweet Syrup Frosting and crispy glazed Bacon.

FOUR STARS: A newcomer to Las Vegas’ rapidly expanding Doughnut scene, The Original Doughnut Bar fills a niche via both selection and location, this initial look favorable despite limited stock thanks to a well-crafted base and fair prices for artisan quality.

RECOMMENDED: Maple Whiskey Bacon, Jelly Filled, Limoncello, Pecan Pie, Banana Cream Pie.

AVOID: Coconut Cream Pie, arriving late.

TIP: Attempts to pre-order are foiled by a dead e-mail link on the website and slow Social Media response times.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.originaldoughnutbar.com

Posted in Breakfast, Dessert, Food, Las Vegas, Nevada, Original Doughnut Bar, Pork, The Original Doughnut Bar Tagged 100% Maple Syrup, 100% Pure Maple Syrup, Bacon, Banana, Banana Cream, Banana Cream Pie, Banana Cream Pie Donut, Banana Cream Pie Doughnut, Bananas, Bismarck, Bismarck Donut, Bismarck Donuts, Bismarck Doughnut, Bismarck Doughnuts, Bismarcks, Bismark, Bismark Donut, Bismark Donuts, Bismark Doughnut, Bismark Doughnuts, Bismarks, Bleuberry Jelly, Blueberry, Blueberry Jam, Bread, Butter, Chocolate, Chocolate Ganache, Chocolate Glaze, Chocolate Glazed Donut, Chocolate Glazed Donut with Sprinkles, Chocolate Glazed Doughnut, Chocolate Glazed Doughnut with Sprinkles, Cinnamon, Cinnamon Roll, Cinnamon Rolls, Cinnamon Swirl Donut, Cinnamon Swirl Doughnut, Coconut, Coconut Cream, Coconut Cream Pie, Coconut Cream Pie Donut, Coconut Cream Pie Doughnut, Coconuts, Confectioner's Sugar, Cream, Dark Chocolate, Dessert, Desserts, Donut, Donuts, Doughnut, Doughnuts, endoedibles, Food, Foodie, Frosting, Ganache, Glaze, Glazed Bacon, Icing, Jam, Jelly, Jelly Filled Donut, Jelly Filled Doughnut, Las Vegas, Lemon, Lemons, Limoncello, Limoncello Donut, Limoncello Doughnut, Long John, Long John Donut, Long John Doughnut, LV, Maple, Maple Long John, Maple Whiskey Bacon Donut, Maple Whiskey Bacon Doughnut, Michael Uzmann, Nevada, NV, Original Doughnut Bar, Pastries, Pastry, Pecan, Pecan Pie, Pecan Pie Donut, Pecan Pie Doughnut, Pecans, Pie, Pig, Pork, Powdered Sugar, Pure Maple Syrup, Raised Donut, Raised Donuts, Raised Doughnut, Raised Doughnuts, Roll, Rolls, Shredded Coconut, Shredded Coconuts, Sin City, Sprinkle, Sugar, Syrup, The Original Doughnut Bar, Toasted Coconut, Toasted Coconuts, Twist Donut, Twist Doughnut, Vanilla, Vegas, Whip Cream, Whipped Cream, whiskey, whisky, Yeast Donut, Yeast Donuts, Yeast Doughnut, Yeast Doughnuts

June 12, 2021
11:45 AM
by: Uhockey

Beer Zombies Draft Room, Las Vegas NV

Beer Zombies Draft Room

Burning Barrel Zombie Gummi Double Jammer

Sour Cream n’ Onion Dip – Roasted Onion Dip, Salt n’ Vinegar Chips, Crudite, Tortilla Chips

Hazy Beer Cheese – House Pretzels, Zombie Cheese Blend, Everything Spice, Tortilla Chips

Arugula Salad – Lemon-Honey Dressing, Candied Pistachios, Red Onion, Parmesan Cheese

Dumpster Gems – Chopped Greens, Provolone, Salumi, Cucumbers, Cherry Tomato, Pepperoncini, Hearts of Palm, Olives, Red Wine Vinaigrette

12” Zombie Pan Pie – Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Bianco di Napoli Tomatoes, Basil, Cup n’ Char Pepperoni

Toasted Prime Rib Dip – Shaved Slow Roasted Beef, Crispy Onions, Sambal Aioli, Pepper Jack Cheese, Au Jus

Locally owned by Brewmaster Chris Jacobs Beer Zombies began as a social media concept in 2013, his partnership with SkinnyFats’ Reed Slobusky eventually yielding a Bottle Bar and taps on Warm Springs with the Downtown Summerlin Draft Room joining the family in early June.

Now comprised of four locations including Salt Lake City, the rest serving SkinnyFats new menu created by Chef Marc Marrone, it is inside the standalone shop at 2010 Festival Plaza Drive Suite 140 that guests will find more Beers than seats, plus ten new Food items in addition to daily specials.

All pounded steel, televisions and independent craft-breweries, plus a Zombie-modded Big Buck Hunter arcade game, guests can order full glasses or 5oz flights in varying styles, the Zombie Gummi Double Jammer pairing particularly well to silky Beer Cheese served with too few Pretzels as well as Roasted Onion Dip with crave-worthy housemade Salt n’ Vinegar Chips.

Keeping things simple, affordable items that pair well to Beer an obvious focus, three Salads make up the menu’s center, Arugula doing what Arugula does amidst its accoutrements while “Dumpster Gems” eats a lot like Marrone’s Chop Salad from Gemma Gemma’s with added crunch.

A small enough space to feel lively with only a handful of guests, both music and television tuned to channels designed for those with ADHD, Beer Zombies’ Pizza features an identical Crust to Marc’s 72-hour ferment sold in Southwest Las Vegas, while a toasted Prime Rib Sandwich for $13 offers great flavor and plenty of tender Beef ready to be plunged into Jus.

THREE AND A HALF STARS: A unique space in otherwise humdrum Downtown Summerlin, Beer Zombies Draft Room undoubtedly knows its target audience, the variety of Brews sure to please fans of Las Vegas’ local Beer scene while Marc Marrone’s Food is predictably excellent, albeit limited in scope and sold at a premium in comparison to Gemma Gemma’s Square Pies or Graffiti Bao.

RECOMMENDED: Toasted Prime Rib Dip, Pizza, Sour Cream n’ Onion Dip.

AVOID: The Arugula Salad won’t change any negative opinions about Arugula, and Hazy Beer Cheese needs several more Pretzels.

TIP: 11a-11p Monday through Thursday, 11a-1a Friday and Saturday.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.summerlin.com/directory/restaurants/beer-zombies
www.beer-zombies.com

Posted in Beer Zombies, Beer Zombies Draft Room, Food, Las Vegas, Nevada, Pizza, Pork Tagged 12” Zombie Pan Pie, Aioli, Arugula, Arugula Salad, Au Jus, Basil, Beef, Beer, Beer Cheese, Beer Zombies, Beer Zombies Draft Room, Bianco di Napoli, Bianco di Napoli Tomato, Bianco di Napoli Tomatoes, Blue Corn, Blue Corn Tortilla Chip, Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, Bread, Bun, Buns, Burning Barrel Zombie Gummi Double Jammer, Butter, Candied Pistachio, Candied Pistachios, Carrot, Carrots, Celery, Cheese, Cheese Blend, Cherry Tomato, Cherry Tomatoes, Chip, Chips, Chopped Greens, Chris Jacobs, Corn, Corn Tortilla Chip, Corn Tortilla Chips, Cow, Cows, Cream, Crispy Onion, Crispy Onions, Crudite, Crudites, Cucumber, Cucumbers, Cup n’ Char Pepperoni, Dip, Downtown Summerlin, Dressing, Dumpster Gems, endoedibles, Everything Spice, Food, Foodie, Fresh Mozzarella, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Greens, Hazy Beer Cheese, Hearts of Palm, Hoagie, Hoagie Bun, Hoagie Buns, Hoagie Roll, Hoagie Rolls, Honey, House Pretzel, House Pretzels, Jus, Las Vegas, Lemon, Lemon-Honey Dressing, Lemons, Lettuce, LV, Marc Marrone, Michael Uzmann, Mozzarella, Mozzarella Cheese, Nevada, Nut, Nuts, NV, Old School Pepperoni, Olive, Olives, Onion, Onion Dip, Onions, Parmesan, Parmesan Cheese, Pepper, Pepper Jack, Pepper Jack Cheese, Pepperoncini, Pepperoncinis, Pepperoni, Peppers, Pico de Gallo, Pig, Pistachio, Pistachios, Pizza, Pork, Potato, Potato Chip, Potato Chips, Potatoes, Pretzel, Pretzels, Prime Rib, Prime Rib Dip, Prime Rib Sandwich, Provolone, Provolone Cheese, Red Onion, Red Onions, Red Wine, Red Wine Vinaigrette, Reed Slobusky, Rib, Roasted Onion Dip, Roll, Rolls, Salad, Salads, Salami, Salt, Salt n’ Vinegar Chip, Salt n’ Vinegar Chips, Salumi, Sambal, Sambal Aioli, Sandwich, Sandwiches, Sauce, Shaved Beef, Shaved Slow Roasted Beef, Sin City, Slow Roasted Beef, Soft Pretzel, Soft Pretzels, Sour Cream, Sour Cream n’ Onion Dip, Sugar, Summerlin, Toasted Prime Rib Dip, Tomato, Tomatoes, Tortilla, Tortilla Chip, Tortilla Chips, Tortillas, Vegas, Vinaigrette, Vinegar, Wine, Zombie Cheese Blend, Zombie Pan Pie

June 9, 2021
11:25 AM
by: Uhockey

Gemma Gemma’s Square Pies [8,] Las Vegas NV

Gemma Gemma’s Square Pies Catering

Bronx Chop Salad – Spicy Copa, Pepperoncini, Roasted Peppers, Provolone, Gem Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Red Wine Dressing

Garlic Parm Wings – Herbs, Lemon, Garlic, Parmesan Cheese, Gorgonzola Dip

Pizza Fries – French Fries, Romano Cheese, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Hand Crushed Tomato Sauce, Old School Pepperoni

Vodka Pep Pie – Vodka Sauce, Gemma’s Cheese Blend, Red Onion, Old School Pepperoni

The Ol’ Sausage Pie – Hand Crushed Tomato Sauce, Gemma’s Cheese Blend, Italian Sausage, Peppers, Onions, Oregano

Bianco Pie – Ricotta, Gemma’s Cheese Blend, White Sauce, Rosemary, Red Onion, Pistachio, Honey

Cheese Pie – Hand Crushed Tomato Sauce, Gemma’s Cheese Blend

Chop Cheese Torpedo – Ground Beef, Cheddar Cheese, Onions, Calabrian Chili Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Pepperoncini, Pickled Peppers, Pickles

Cannoli – Ricotta, Mascarpone, Confectioner’s Sugar, Oreo Cookies, Heath Bar, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Chocolate Chips

Still Las Vegas’ hardest working Chef, more local concepts plus Texas, Utah and Dubai on the way, it was Wednesday that Marc Marrone’s Gemma Gemma’s Square Pies were ordered, and once again a combination of passion, precision and Ingredient quality was on display from beginning to end.

Officially launched August 6th 2020, online ordering now offered Monday through Sunday for pick-up or delivery from 7355 South Buffalo Drive, Gemma Gemma’s is a tribute to Marrone’s late-grandmother Anita Gemma Marrone while the cartoon Pizzaiolo on each box pays homage to Marc’s father, with whom he grew up making Pizzas as a child.

Citing Gemma Gemma as the person who inspired his culinary career, it is at a price-point similar to that of Graffiti Bao that Marrone has built a menu of Pies, Sandwiches, Salads and Appetizers, everything including Bread made in-house just as it is at Graffiti Bao.

Kicking things off with 6” “Signature Pies,” each built atop 72-hour fermented Dough that eats light with a crispy edge not unlike Detroit-style, Gemma Gemma’s current menu features four varieties customizable to guest preferences, the Vodka Sauce beneath crisp Pepperoni while The Ol’ Sausage and Bianco each balance a hefty allotment of Toppings such that every bite is different while diverse flavors work in harmony.

Also catering a great Chop Salad, spicy Pork and cubes of Cheese dotting fresh Veggies, Garlic Parm Wings come large and meaty like those from Graffiti Bao while $8 Italian “Torpedos” topped with Bronx-based “Chop Cheese” see Ground Beef, Cheddar, Onions and Pickles supported by a fluffy Hoagie Roll.

Adding special Pizza Fries to this order, Pepperoni Cups suspended in gooey Mozzarella atop crispy Steak Fries, it after a generous scoop that eyes turned to Dessert starring Sin City’s best Cannoli with a choice of Chocolate Chips or crumbled Candy topping.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, Gemma Gemma’s Square Pies only gets better and better with each visit.

RECOMMENDED: Bronx Chop Salad, Vodka Pep Pie, Bianco Pie, Chop Cheese Torpedo, Pizza Fries, Cannoli.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: See the website for current offerings and follow @gemmagemmapizza + @chefmarcmarrone on social for specials.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.gemmagemmapizza.com

Posted in Catering, Dessert, Food, Gemma Gemma Pizza, Gemma Gemma’s Square Pies, Italian, Las Vegas, Nevada, Pizza, Pork Tagged #supportlocal, A la Vodka, ala Vodka Pie, ala Vodka Pizza, balsamic, Balsamic Vinegar, Basil, Beef, Bell Pepper, Bell Peppers, Bianco Pie, Bianco Pizza, Bleu, Bleu Cheese, Blue Cheese, Bread, Bronx Chop Salad, Bun, Buns, Butter, Calabrian Chili, Calabrian Chili Mayo, Calabrian Chili Mayonnaise, Calabrian Chilis, Calabrian Mayo, Candy, Cannoli, Cannolis, Catering, Cheddar, Cheddar Cheese, Cheese, Cheese Blend, Cheese Pizza, Chicken, Chicken Wing, Chicken Wings, Chickens, Chili, Chip, Chips, Chocolate, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chips, Chop Cheese, Chop Cheese Sandwich, Chop Cheese Torpedo, Chop Salad, Confectioner's Sugar, Cookie, Cookies, Copa, Cow, Cows, Cream, Cup n Char, Cup n’ Char Pepperoni, Dark Chocolate, Dessert, Desserts, Dip, Dough, Dressing, endoedibles, Food, Foodie, French Fries, French Fry, Fresh Mozzarella, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Fries, Fry, Garlic, Garlic Parm Wing, Garlic Parm Wings, Gem Lettuce, Gemma Gemma Pizza, Gemma Gemma’s Square Pies, Gemma’s Cheese Blend, Gorgonzola, Gorgonzola Cheese, Gorgonzola Dip, Graffiti Bao, Graffiti Bao Catering, Graffiti Bao Southwest, Ground Beef, Ham, Hand Crushed Tomato Sauce, Heath, Heath Bar, Herb, Herbs, Honey, Italian Pepper, Italian Peppers, Italian Sausage, Las Vegas, Lemon, Lettuce, LV, Marc Marrone, Mascarpone, Mascarpone Cheese, Mayo, Mayonnaise, Michael Uzmann, Mozzarella, Mozzarella Cheese, Nevada, NV, Oil, Old School Pepperoni, Onion, Onions, Oregano, Oreo, Oreo Cookie, Oreo Cookies, Oreos, Parmesan, Parmesan Cheese, Pastries, Pastry, Peanut, Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter Cup, Peanut Butter Cups, Peanuts, Pecorino, Pecorino Cheese, Pepper, Pepperoncini, Pepperoncinis, Pepperoni, Pepperoni Pizza, Peppers, Pickle, Pickled Onion, pickled onions, Pickled Pepper, Pickled Peppers, Pickled Red Onion, Pickled Red Onions, Pickles, Pie, Pig, Pistachio, Pistachios, Pizza, Pizza Fries, Pizza Fry, Pork, Pork Sausage, Powdered Sugar, Provolone, Provolone Cheese, Provolone Picante, Provolone Picante Cheese, Red Onion, Red Onions, Red Pepper, Red Peppers, Red Wine, Red Wine Dressing, Reese's, Reese's Peanut Butter Cup, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Ricotta, Ricotta Cheese, Roasted Pepper, Roasted Peppers, Romano Cheese, Rosemary, Salad, Salads, Salami, Salumi, Sandwich, Sandwich Cookie, Sandwich Cookies, Sandwiches, Sauce, Sausage, Sin City, Spicy Copa, Sugar, The Ol' Sausage, The Ol' Sausage Pie, The Ol' Sausage Pizza, Todd Lunger, Toffee, Tomato, Tomato Sauce, Tomatoes, Torpedo, Torpedo Sandwich, Vanilla, Vegas, Vegetable, Vinegar, Vodka, Vodka Pep, Vodka Pep Pie, Vodka Pep Pizza, Vodka Sauce, White Sauce, Wine

June 7, 2021
11:20 AM
by: Uhockey

ShangHai Taste Catering [8,] Las Vegas NV

Shanghai Taste

House Fried Rice with Chinese Sausage

Shanghai Fried Rice Cake with Chicken

House Fried Fat Noodles with Beef

Kao Fu

Scallion Pancakes

Old Fashion Shanghai Style Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs

Sheng Jian

Red Bean Xiao Long Bao

Tucked inside Suite 104 of 4266 Spring Mountain Road, limited seating in the era of social distancing making take-out as good an option as dining in, it was via contacting ShangHai Taste directly that catering was coordinated, GM Joe Muscaglione arriving at 11:20am-sharp with eight 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 Sausage, Egg and Soy while Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs remain a surprising staff-favorite thanks to tender Flesh easily stripped from the Bone.

Now the eighth 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 two Desserts, neither “American” by any stretch, remaining stomach capacity was invested in Red Bean Dumplings on this Friday, while guests with a sense of adventure enjoyed steamed Wheat Gluten Kao Fu with Mushrooms, fermented Soy and Ginger.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, Chef Jimmy Li and Joe Muscaglione face an uphill battle much like the rest of Las Vegas’ Restaurants following COVID-19, but for those seeking Chinatown’s best Shanghainese Cuisine there is simply none better when accounting for cost, quality and customer service.

RECOMMENDED: Sheng Jian, Shanghai Fried Rice Cake, House Fried Fat Noodles, Old Fashion Shanghai Style Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs, Kao Fu.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Open daily from 11:00am until 9:00pm. Call 702-570-6363 to make reservations.

WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.

www.facebook.com/ShanghaiTasteLV

June 6, 2021
12:31 PM
by: Uhockey

Restaurante La Habichuela, Cancún MX

Restaurante La Habichuela

Garlic Bread, Butter

Pink Shrimp from the Caribbean, Cocktail Sauce, Avocado, Crackers

Huitlacoche Crepes, Hollandaise Sauce

The Famous Cocobichuela – Lobster, Shrimp, Curry Sauce served in a Coconut with Rice, Pineapple, Plantain

Grilled Jumbo Caribbean Lobster Tail, Rice, Steamed Vegetables

A part of Cancún’s culinary landscape for four decades Restaurante La Habichuela prides itself on fine Mexican and Caribbean Cuisine plus professional service, lunch on a Sunday finding the place nearly empty and stifling as a lone window air-conditioner struggled to keep up with June heat.

At one time also part of the Hotel Zone, that location since shuttered and leaving behind only the downtown original, it is beginning at 12:30 that guests are offered a choice of indoor or outdoor seating, the latter un-shaded on wrought-iron chairs in a central garden.

Revered for Seafood, mostly caught by local Fishermen and offered at premium prices, it is while decisions are made that Bread is offered, a fluffy crumb with Garlic enjoyable even without Butter while a soundtrack of 80s power ballads plays overhead.

Mostly classic in terms of style, occasional Mayan influences found amongst Proteins prepared in varying ways, Appetizers consisted of fresh Shrimp served in proper Cocktail form alongside a Crepe loaded with Cheese and Corn Smut beneath a blanket of silky Hollandaise.

Inspired by the famous haciendas of Yucatan, and slow in terms of pace, it was with a fan pointing directly at the table that Entrees were presented 60 minutes after seating, a grilled Lobster Tail exactly what one would expect next to Rice and Vegetables while “The Famous Cocobichuela” earns its signature status thanks to a lot of Seafood and aromatic Curry begging to be scooped from a Coconut.

www.lahabichuela.com

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June 6, 2021
7:50 AM
by: Uhockey

Pan Tulum, Tulum MX

Pan Del Carmen / Pan Tulum

ChocoFlan

Concha

Chocolate Bar

Pain au Raisin

Oreja

Polvorone

Pan Dulce with Custard

Besos con Dulce de Leche

Rebranded as Pan Tulum after a temporary closure due to COVID-19 guests will find the former Pan Del Carmen largely unchanged, its location along Avenida Tulum elevated from street level and unlabeled amongst an abundance of shops catering to tourists.

Known for early hours and an abundance of options, now hidden behind plastic but still self-service, it was at a cost of 126 pesos that seven Pan Dulce plus a weighty slice of ChocoFlan were selected, its base akin to Tres Leches beneath slightly overcooked Custard.

Not an English-friendly venue, though service is pleasant, Pastries continue a trend of inconsistency, the Concha and Raisin Roll each bone-dry while a Danish with Custard and Brownie with Crust fared only slightly better.

Cash only, an Oreja for just 10 pesos holding up well to Quintana Roo’s humidity, it is worth seeking out the rounded Cornmeal orb surrounding thick Caramel while the sprinkled Cookie is unfortunately far too hard and mealy to be enjoyed.

Posted in Breakfast, Dessert, Food, Mexico, Pan Del Carmen, Pan Tulum, Tulum, Vacation Tagged 3 Milks, 3 Milks Cake, Besos, Besos con Dulce de Leche, Bread, Brownie, Brownies, Butter, Cajeta, Cajeta Caramel, Cake, Cakes, Caramel, Choco-Flan, Choco-Flan Cake, ChocoFlan, Chocolate, Chocolate Bar, Chocolate Tres Leches, Chocolate Tres Leches Cake, Cinnamon, Concha, Conchas, Cookie, Cookies, Corn Meal, Cornmeal, Cream, Crust, Custard, Dark Chocolate, Dessert, Desserts, Dulce de Leche, endoedibles, Flan, Food, Foodie, Michael Uzmann, Oreja, Orejas, Pain au Raisin, Palmier, Palmiers, Pan Del Carmen, Pan Dulce, Pan Dulce with Custard, Pan Tulum, Pastries, Pastry, Polvorone, Polvorones, Raisin, Raisins, Sprinkle, Sprinkles, Sugar, Three Milks, Three Milks Cake, Travel, Tres Leches, Tres Leches Cake, Vacation

June 6, 2021
7:45 AM
by: Uhockey

Panaderia Mana, Tulum MX

Panaderia Mana

Pan Dulce

Pan Dulce with Guava Jam

Oreja

Concha

Spiral Pan Dulce

Twist Pan Dulce

Bola con Crema

Besos

Invariably outperforming a similarly named Bakery in Playa del Carmen, Panaderia Mana can be found along Avenida Tulum en route to the Ruins from downtown, and for less than 100 pesos guests can enjoy eight Pan Dulce including one of Quintana Roo’s softest Concha.

Cash only with friendly service, the bakery visible in back, do consider the Oreja which holds up nicely to high humidity, as well as a particularly well-made Besos sticky with Guava and adherent Coconut shreds around Cornmeal Cake.

Posted in Breakfast, Dessert, Food, Mexico, Panadería Mana, Panaderia Mana Tulum, Tulum, Vacation Tagged Besos, Bola con Crema, Bread, Butter, Coconut, Coconuts, Concha, Conchas, Confectioner's Sugar, Corn Meal, Cornmeal, Cream, Crema, Dessert, Desserts, endoedibles, Food, Foodie, Guava, Guava Jam, Guava Jelly, Jam, Jelly, Mexico, Michael Uzmann, Oreja, Orejas, Palmier, Palmiers, Pan Dulce, Pan Dulce with Guava Jam, Pan Dulce with Guava Jelly, Panadería Mana, Panaderia Mana Tulum, Pastries, Pastry, Powdered Sugar, Pudding, Shredded Coconut, Shredded Coconuts, Spiral Pan Dulce, Sugar, Travel, Tulum, Twist Pan Dulce, Vacation, Vanilla, Vanilla Cream, Vanilla Pudding

June 5, 2021
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Kitchen Table, Tulum MX

Kitchen Table

Sope – Masa, Chive Cream, Pickled Onion, Avocado, Cheese, Squash Blossoms, Fresh Huitlacoche

Carnitas – Crispy Chivitas, Chayote Recado Negro, Green Tomatoes

Wonton – Local Squash, Chaya, Purple Beans, Onion Puree

Jungle Sourdough – Lima Beans, Roasted Pepitas, Lime Butter

Gorillaz – Chocolate Spice Cookies, Banana Cream, Lemon Meringue

Salted Caramel – Dulce de Leche, Walnut Crumbles

Any traveled diner will realize within 24-hours of arriving in Tulum that Hartwood changed everything, nearly all its current competition including Kitchen Table built on the jungle side of the Carretera Tulum-Boca Paila with solar panel power and burning copal to keep the bugs at bay.

Established in 2015, a relocation and change of toque to Chef Angie Mata breathing new life into a Restaurant and Bar built on seasonality and local fresh products, Kitchen Table features an open kitchen centered around a massive brick oven that is responsible for nearly everything not grilled over an open flame.

Known for smart Mixologists and Vegetable-focused fare, everything offered reportedly native to Quintana Roo, dinner arrived as six plates divided into three courses, the first featuring crisp Pork on a Tortilla atop smoky black Sauce alongside a delicate Sope filled with Onions, Avocado and Cheese plus Chive Cream to balance aromatic Huitlacoche.

Staffed by friendlier service than Hartwood or ARCA, a young woman fluent in English carefully explaining each dish, “Wonton” may seem out of place on a Mexican menu until one realizes the Vegan-friendly entry simply refers to pan-fried Dumplings filled with Squash and Tree Spinach, the bed of snappy Beans and Onion Foam so good that guests would be smart to order a few slices of Focaccia-like Jungle Sourdough to sop it all up.

Prone to frequent change, though thick Dulce de Leche with Walnut Crumble remains a signature Dessert for good reason, another standout sweet titled “Gorillaz” finds Banana Cream smooshed between spiced Chocolate Wafers with Lemon Meringue adding texture.

www.kitchentabletulum.com

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June 5, 2021
12:15 PM
by: Uhockey

Cetli, Tulum MX

Cetli

Complimentary Appetizer – Fresh Cheese Spread, Cheese with Beets, Salsa, House Bread, Empanada, Refritos, Oranges with Chile

Chile en Nogada – Poblano Pepper stuffed with Pork & Beef, Prunes, Raisins, Pineapple, Cinnamon, Walnut, Cheese, Sherry, Pomegranate, Parsley

Metztli – Chicken Breast, Plantains, Black Mole, Sour Cream, Sesame

Seasoned Rice

Cetli – Sweet Corn Cake, Chocolate Kahlua Sauce, Fruit, Cream

De la Rosa Original

Acting in stark contrast to the likes of Hartwood, ARCA and NÜ it is perhaps one kilometer from Avenida Tulum that diners will find Restaurante Cetli, a humble space built of adobe where Chef Claudia Perez Rivas prepares historic Mexican fine dining plates in an open kitchen almost entirely by herself.

A native of Puebla, her home state represented across Cetli’s multi-page menu, it was just past noon Saturday that doors were found open, the Chef and a single assistant seating guests amongst folk art as overhead fans spun to abate heat and humidity.

Open early for Breakfast and cash-only, with the whole menu starting at 11:00am, it is while debating choices that a young man acting as server + busser + dishwasher + host + translator + sous gathers Water and place settings, everything decidedly rustic right down to hand-painted stone plates.

Happy to accept recommendations, many dishes seasonal including Cetli’s now-signature, it is while waiting that diners are gifted a complimentary Appetizer, seasoned Beans and Cheese each memorable while flaming hot Salsa pairs well to a tiny Empanada and Bread ready to be slathered in Herb Butter.

Approximately thirty minutes between ordering and eating with only one other table occupied, the love and labor involved in each recipe evident as Chef Perez Rivas works quietly, fans of Mole will be fascinated by an intense version served around rolled Chicken with Bananas and Chaya while classic Chile en Nogada dances across the palate, morphing from unctuous meat to dried Fruits beneath smooth and nutty Sauce.

Best compared to eating at the home of a talented and eccentric Abuela, hearty portions justifying prices ranging 200 to 400 pesos, Dessert poses a whole ‘nother set of tough choices, though Cetli’s eponymous Corn Cake with Chocolate Kahlua Sauce is undeniably delicious, rich, complex and large enough to share.

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June 5, 2021
8:20 AM
by: Uhockey

Burrito Amor, Tulum MX

Burrito Amor

Al Pastor Pork Burrito – Achiote Marinated Pork, Black Beans, Amor Rice, Pico de Gallo

Shrimp Burrito – Shrimp, Red Onion, Oaxacan Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato

Tucked into the trees along Avenida Tulum Burrito Amor was brought to Mexico’s Coast in 2015, a pair of American restaurateurs having previously fallen in love with the area inspired to build something different when one of their offspring was diagnosed with allergies to several Foods.

Now operating under the ethos of “Clean Eating,” a fresh and thoughtful menu served at fair prices, Burrito Amor operates in a “quick casual” style akin to Chipotle, though both Ingredient quality and attention to detail is far superior.

Embracing everyone from Vegans to Keto diners, many items Gluten-Free, it is beginning at 8:00am that guests can order Breakfast, Dinner or Lunch, each item presented on 100% biodegradable plates with bold flavors ranging from spit-roasted Pork with Beans to plump local Shrimp suspended in a gooey Cheese matrix with Vegetables.

www.burrito-amor.com

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June 5, 2021
8:00 AM
by: Uhockey

Babel Café, Tulum MX

Babel Café

Pecan Pie

Raisin Roll

Alfajore

Chocolate Almond Croissant

Banana Bread

Reportedly one of Avenida Tulum’s eldest Coffee Shops, Babel Café remains popular amongst locals as well as tourists, the combination of shade and friendly service paired to everything from Sandwiches and Waffles to a collection of handmade Breads and Pastries.

Open from 7:30am until 10:00pm daily, with prices similar to other like-Eateries, it is from a counter in back that over a dozen choices are offered, the doughy Raisin Roll a lone disappointment while heart-shaped Pecan Pie and moist Banana Bread each rivaled versions twice as pricey in America.

Covering a lot of ground with the collection, Cheesecake and Pudding also offered in a chilled case, Viennoiseries are highlighted by a flat but pleasant Chocolate Almond Croissant while South America’s Alfajore is presented in classic form with two crumbly Cookies sandwiching Dulce de Leche.

Posted in Babel Café, Breakfast, Croissant, Croissants, Dessert, Food, Mexico, Tulum, Vacation Tagged Alfajor Cookie, Alfajor Cookies, Alfajore, Alfajores, Almond, Almond Croissant, Almond Croissants, Almonds, Babel Café, Banana, Banana Bread, Bananas, Bread, Butter, Caramel, Chocolate, Chocolate Almond Croissant, Chocolate Almond Croissants, Chocolate Croissant, Chocolate Croissants, Cinnamon, Coconut, Coconut Flake, Coconut Flakes, Coconuts, Cookie, Cookies, Cream, Croissant, Croissants, Crust, Dark Chocolate, Dessert, Desserts, Dulce de Leche, endoedibles, Flake, Food, Foodie, Icing, Mexico, Michael Uzmann, Pastries, Pastry, Pecan, Pecan Pie, Pecans, Pie, Pies, Raisin, Raisin Roll, Raisins, Roll, Rolls, Sugar, Sugar Coated Cereal Flakes, Tart, Tarts, Travel, Tulum, Vacation, Vanilla, Viennesoire, Viennesoires, Viennoiserie, Viennoiseries

June 4, 2021
6:15 PM
by: Uhockey

NÜ Tulum, Tulum MX

NÜ Tulum

Amores de Agave – Mezcal, Chili Infusion, Honey, Ginger Beer

Saint And Tonic – Agave Gin, Pineapple, Hoja Santa, Tonic Water

Cacao Sourdough, Vanilla Butter, Dzikil Pac

Green Ceviche, Celery, Apple, Onion, Avocado, White Bean

Guacamole, Fried Octopus, Mint, Dill, Ginger

Chile Xcatic Tacos, Pork Belly, Tomatoes, Coriander

Duck, Oaxacan Black Mole, Chochoyote, Sesame, Handmade Corn Tortillas

Rockfish, Vanilla Emulsion, Onion Puree, Leeks

Marquesita, Bola Cheese Foam, Dark Chocolate, Kiwi

A product of Namron Hospitality Group, the name behind Nest and other upscale properties in Tulum, NÜ opened in 2018 with Mexico City Chef Cesar Castañeda at the helm and has continued to forge a path in the same light as ARCA and Hartwood.

Another jungle space along Tulum’s popular beachfront drive, equally open as ARCA with candles, natural wood and copal, it is once greeted by a pair of hostesses that guests are seated, humidity partially abated by fans plus Cocktails focused on indigenous Spirits plus refreshing elements.

Fusing Mayan heritage with Modern Mexican Cooking, both prices and patrons akin to other upscale Restaurants in Quintana Roo, most meals will begin with subtly sweet Bread from a Wood-burning oven, its Butter accented by Vanilla while traditional Vegetable Dip develops slowly with earth and smoke on the palate.

Embedded in lush greenery, with music lightly playing, Appetizers on this night consisted of smooth Guacamole with tiny bits of Octopus and a bit too much Mint served alongside Vegan Ceviche offering a diversity of textures amidst bright acidity.

Less finessed than ARCA, but not quite so rustic as what Chef Eric Werner created at Hartwood, Chiles stuffed with Pork arrived next to be eaten as Tacos, the Coriander again a bit heavy-handed while Duck beneath crispy Skin was near-perfect at the center of spicy Mole and Sesame Seeds.

Sold on Rockfish by a server’s description, medium-firm Flesh flaking delicately into an aromatic pool of Onions, Dessert proves less impressive than what one might expect of a Chef trained by Dulce Patria’s Martha Ortiz, the crispy Crepe well-executed but Kiwi and Bitter Chocolate getting lost amidst richer-than-usual Edam.

www.nutulum.com

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June 4, 2021
2:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Cinfully Delicious Mx, Tulum MX

Cinfully Delicious Mx

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie

Chocolate Chunk Cookie

Pear Cheesecake Chocolate Crisp Bar

Carrot Cake

Cinnamon Roll

Recently opened by an American transplant from Philadelphia, her previous industry crippled by COVID-19, Cinfully Delicious Mx represents something of a longtime dream for its Baker who focuses on homestyle cooking and American Comfort Food.

Turning a hobby into an occupation at 07 Avenida Kukulkan, not far from downtown Tulum’s busiest corridor, Cinfully Delicious is currently open from 10am until 7pm Thursday through Sunday, their collection varying daily with prices comparable to other Panaderia in the area.

Socially conscious in addition to the draw of scratch Baked Goods, the Café currently set-up to accept donations of household goods for needy families, it is upon entry to the air conditioned space that the smell of Vanilla greets guests, followed by the cheerful woman responsible for items lining the shelves.

More sweet than savory, a rustic Pear Cheesecake Chocolate Crisp Bar immediately catching guests’ eyes from the counter, Cinfully Delicious MX isn’t all about the #gram but rather consistent quality, an oblong Chocolate Chunk Cookie buttery-delicious while Oatmeal Raisin is thin but crisp around the edge with a soft and chewy center.

Not about to pass on Carrot Cake, two tiers with a thin layer of Cream Cheese Frosting moist with plenty of bright aromatics, it only seemed proper to finish with a “Cinful” Cinnamon Roll that rivals anything back in the USA thanks to a hint of yeast and lighter-than-average consistency that shines even brighter when warmed up.

www.cinfullydelicious.mx

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June 4, 2021
1:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Panna e Cioccolato, Tulum MX

Panna e Cioccolato

Corn Gelato, Dulce de Leche Gelato

Panna Taco

Alfajore

Owned by Italian ex-patriot David Grimaldi Panna e Cioccolato has been serving Tulum since long before the city became an eco-friendly hotspot, and with cartoon characters emblazoned on signage plus advertising including automobiles the tiny storefront continues to draw crowds daily beginning at 10am.

Small and narrow, twenty daily flavors arranged in front of a functional Chocolate studio, guests will find everything from Gingerbread to local Fruits imbuing a base not quite so smooth as Campanella, plus an assortment of novelties ranging from dipped-Cones to Cookies including a particularly enticing Alfajore.

Featuring friendly service, plus limited outdoor seating, fans of Coconut will find Panna e Cioccolato’s version pure without much Sugar, though those seeking something sweeter should consider Caramel a must while also considering Corn brightened by Honey or the Cookie-sandwich “Taco” dipped in Chocolate and Pistachios.

www.pannaecioccolato.com.mx

Posted in Dessert, Food, Ice Cream, Mexico, Panna e Cioccolato, Tulum, Vacation, Waffle, Waffles Tagged Alfajor, Alfajore, Alfajores, Butter, Caramel, Caramel Gelato, Chip, Chips, Chocolate, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chocolate Chips, Cone, Cones, Confectioner's Sugar, Cookie, Cookies, Corn, Corn Gelato, Cream, Dark Chocolate, David Grimaldi, Dessert, Desserts, Dulce de Leche, Dulce de Leche Gelato, endoedibles, Food, Foodie, Gelato, Ice Cream, Mexico, Michael Uzmann, Panna, Panna e Cioccolato, Panna Gelato, Panna Taco, Pastries, Pastry, Pistachio, Pistachios, Powdered Sugar, Sugar, Taco, Tacos, Travel, Tulum, Vacation, Vanilla, Waffle, Waffle Cone, Waffle Cones, Waffles

June 4, 2021
7:55 AM
by: Uhockey

Taquería Honorio, Tulum MX

Taquería Honorio

Cochinita Pibil Taco, Lechon al Horno Taco, Carne Asada Taco, Milanesa de Pollo Taco

Unquestionably one of Tulum’s most popular eateries, Taquería Honorio is invariably found with a queue, on this Friday over a dozen police officers in body armor taking up residence to dine on what many consider Mexico’s best Cochinita Pibil.

Cooked in pits outside the city, Achiote and Oranges used to tenderize and marinade, diners begin to arrive at 6:00am Wednesday through Monday, quick service and limited choices almost always guaranteeing Pork gone by noon with everything else sold out by 3:00pm.

Also selling Quesadilla and Torta, plus tender Asada and Fried Chicken with Lettuce and Tomato, rest assured that while each 22 peso Tortilla is delicious there is no denying Honorio’s Pig is exceptional whether one opts for beautifully seasoned Cochinita with Onions or heartier Lechon beneath crispy Skin.

Posted in Breakfast, Food, Mexico, Pork, Taquería Honorio, Taqueria Honorio, Tulum, Vacation Tagged Achiote, Achiote Pepper, Achiote Peppers, Achiotes, Asada, Avocado, Avocados, Beef, Beef Taco, Carne Asada, Carne Asada Taco, Chicharon, Chicharron, Chicharrone, Chicharrones, Chicharrons, Chicken, CHICKEN MILANESA, Chickens, Cochinita Pibil, Cochinita Pibil Taco, Cow, Cows, endoedibles, Food, Foodie, Fried Chicken, Lechon, Lechon al Horno, Lechon al Horno Taco, Lettuce, Lime, Limes, Mexico, Michael Uzmann, Milanesa, Milanesa de Pollo, Milanesa de Pollo Taco, Onion, Onions, Orange, Oranges, Pepper, Peppers, Pickle, Pickled Onion, pickled onions, Pickles, Pig, Pig Skin, Pig Skins, Pork, Salsa, Sauce, Skin, Skins, Taco, Tacos, Taquería Honorio, Tomato, Tomatoes, Travel, Tulum, Vacation

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