Endo Edibles

April 14, 2023
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Basilico Ristorante Italiano, Las Vegas NV

Basilico

Romagna – Gin, Grappa, Italicus Rosolio, Ginger, Lemon, Lambrusco

Clam and Bone Marrow Croquette

Carbonara Croquettes

Carrot Jerky

Pane Basket – Ciabatta, Grissini, Focaccia, Olive Oil, Balsamic, Whipped Lardo and Strawberry Gelee, Buffalo Ricotta and Shaved Chocolate, Seaweed-Yuzu Butter

Caprese, Basil Crisp, Straciatella Cream, Confit Tomatoes, Olive Oil, Buffalo Ricotta Snow

Dashi Braised Octopus, Tomato Marmalade, Octopus Mayo, Capers

Squash Blossoms, Buffalo Ricotta, ‘Nduja, Soy soaked Uni, Herb Bearnaise

Foiemisu, Fig Jam, Mascarpone, Toasted Cocoa Nibs

Smoked Cigar, Duck Mousse, Sesame Truffle Ash

Diavolo Pizza, San Marzano Pomodoro, Fior di Latte, Soppressata, Sausage, Calabrese Pepper

Pasta Putanessca Sandwich, Soaked Pasta Steam Bread, Olives, Anchovies, Tomatoes, Straciatella

Tarragon Fazzoletti, Lobster, Burrata, Calabrese Pepper, Lime Zest

Rigatoni, Artichoke, Caviar, Cinnamon

Veal Chop Aosta, Cotto Ham, Fontina Cheese, Fried Egg

Parmigiano Gelato, Lemon Ginger Pound Cake, Spiced Poached Pear, Vin Brulee, Saba

Panna Cotta, Lemon Thyme Goat Milk, Port Sauce, Nutmeg Tuile, Blueberry

Fresh off a JBFA nomination at Anima by EDO comes Chef Francesco Di Caudo’s Basilico Ristorante Italiano, a sizable space at Evora in Southwest Las Vegas where the native of Italy looks to add much needed modernity to Las Vegas’ Italian dining scene.

Originally encountered at Ferraro’s in 2015, ideas such as Artichokes with Cinnamon and Risotto bolstered by Espresso carried over to Di Caudo’s first solo project, it is amidst contemporary décor that diners are invited to relax on comfortable red chairs with stone, wood and Wine bottles adding elegance.

Fusing inside to patio through the bar, Cocktails built on Italian Spirits offered alongside regional Wines, service is convivial but polished while describing a menu featuring housemade Pasta, Pizza and the sort of Bread Basket that far outpaces its price-point thanks to Spreads including whipped Lardo or Buffalo Ricotta beneath shaved Chocolate.

Starting the night with daily Canapes such as Croquettes and Carrot “Jerky,” all off-menu but befitting a theme that features top quality Ingredients infused with innovative touches, Basilico’s “Caprese” looks like a dish offered at retrobottega in Rome while the Dashi Braised Octopus shows Francesco’s willingness to explore flavors outside his motherland with precision.

Priced appropriate to what is offered, Squash Blossoms with spicy Sausage and Uni quite unlike anything else offered in Las Vegas today, Basilico’s duo of Duck works as well in the mouth as on Instagram whether creamy “Foiemisu” or the “Duck Cigar” unveiled in a puff of smoke.

More classic in terms of Pizza, a Margherita overlooked in favor of the medium-spicy Diavolo, Pastas are a centerpiece whether in their traditional form or utilizing soaked Noodles to make Bread surrounding the complex flavors of Putanessca.

Showing a great memory by bringing back Artichokes, Caviar and Cinnamon for one night only it was with bellies already full that Di Caudo dropped fried Veal stuffed with Ham and Cheese, and although Modern Italian will always be a polarizing subject there is no denying Liquid Nitrogen tableside Parmigiano Gelato is a signature Dessert that lives up to it’s billing.

www.basilicolv.com

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April 12, 2023
11:21 AM
by: Uhockey

Pinkbox Doughnuts (East Sunset Road,) Las Vegas NV

Pinkbox Doughnuts

Maple Ol’ Fashioned

Lil Blue – Blueberry Cake Doughnut

Hockey Puck – Chocolate Cake Doughnut, Chocolate Frosting, White Whip

Purple Rain – Ube Cake Doughnut, Glaze, Ube Cake Crumble

El Guzman DoughCro – Croissant Doughnut, Guava, Sweet Cream Cheese

Pink Face DoughCro – Croissant Doughnut, Pink Vanilla Frosting, Sprinkles

Ol’ Fashioned

Crumb Bum – Vanilla Cake Doughnut, Cinnamon Streusel, Powdered Sugar

Porky Face DoughCro – Croissant Doughnut, Maple Frosting, Bacon

OG – Glazed Raised Ring

Porky – Yeast Doughnut, Maple Frosting, Bacon

Chocolate Ol’ Fashioned

Care Bear – Raised Doughnut, Yellow Vanilla Frosting

The Caramelo – Yeast Doughnut, White Frosting, Caramel Cheesecake, Chocolate Drizzle, Caramel Drizzle

It’s Ya Birthday – Yeast Doughnut, Vanilla Frosting, Birthday Cake Filling, Blonde Oreos, Vanilla Icing, Party Décor

Blackjack – Yeast Doughnut, Cookies ‘n Cream Buttercream, Oreo Cookie Crumble, White Frosting

Sup Shorty – Glazed Raised Doughnut, Fresh Glazed Strawberries, Cream

Chocolate Bomb – Raised Doughnut, Powdered Sugar, Chocolate Bavarian Cream

Banana Puddin’ – Cake Doughnut, Glaze, Whip, Banana Pudding, Nilla Wafer, Graham Cracker Crumble

Gimme S’more – Raised Doughnut, Chocolate Frosting, Marshmallow Creme, Toasted Marshmallow, Graham Cracker Crumble

Mr. Blueberry – Raised Doughnut, White Frosting, Blueberry Cheesecake, Blonde Oreo Crumble, White Chocolate Chips, Blueberry Glaze

Baby Got Razz – Yeast Doughnut, Granulated Sugar, Housemade Raspberry Cheesecake Filling

Opened in April 2021 at the intersection of East Sunset Road and Annie Oakley the forth Pinkbox Doughnuts was the first with a drive-thru, but aside from that and some serious branding the location adheres to the same high standards that Roberto Armanino set out with from the beginning.

More and more social-media savvy over the years this visit entailed far beyond the usual “OG Classics,” and although PinkBox’s Old Fashioned Cogwheels are still Las Vegas’ best additional traditional choices are mostly as expected making “Fancy Pancy” or “Show Off” choices a necessity.

Open 24-hours with fresh bakes replenishing supply as necessary, high volume assuring everything is fresh, Lil Blue and Crumb Bum each suggest a good grip on the basics while “Baby Got Razz,” “Mr. Blueberry” and “The Caramelo” each upgrade traditional Bismarks by way of Cheesecake Filling.

Fully committed to clever nomenclature, “It’s Ya Birthday” packed with Frosting beneath party décor, “Hockey Puck” celebrates a Golden Knights partnership in the style of a Ding Dong alongside other favorites such as the Oreo-fluff “Blackjack” and campfire classic “Gimme S’more.”

Channeling Glendora’s Donut Man for “Sup Shorty,” and the south for “Banana Puddin’,” fans of Ube will find themselves bathing in the “Purple Rain” before stopping short to get a bite of Croissant Doughtnuts Iced, beneath Bacon or as a monthly special titled “El Guzman” with Guava and Cheese.

www.pinkboxdoughnuts.com

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April 10, 2023
11:45 AM
by: Uhockey

Noodlehead [2,] Las Vegas NV

Noodlehead

Chinese Beef Roll

Spicy Wonton

Dan Dan Noodles

Malaysian Curry Rice

Mongolian Beef Chow Mein

Located in Spring Mountain Center, across Jones Boulevard from EDO, SeaFresh and China Mama, Noodlehead has quietly been earning a reputation thanks to handmade Noodles and Asian small plates offered at bargain prices with exemplary customer service.

Offered at a range of spice-levels, Malaysian Curry using Coconut Milk to keep Chilies in check, Dan Dan Noodles come tingly but not fiery in a huge bowl for just $10.95 while similarly priced Chow Mein performs well for more timid palates.

Adding Chinese Beef Rolls that come densely packed with Meat but no grease “Spicy Wontons” arrive afloat in in Chili Oil with delicate Noodles loosely adherent so as to absorb every last drop.

Open for lunch and dinner daily Noodlehead offers exceptional handmade Noodles, bright flavors, bargain prices and impressive service across a diverse menu from which almost anyone can find something to suit their tastes.

www.noodleheadvegas.com

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April 8, 2023
6:15 PM
by: Uhockey

Scotch 80 Prime [10,] Las Vegas NV

Scotch 80

Japanese Milk Bread – Butter

Truffle Parmesan Chips

Scallop Crudo – Half-Shelled Scallop, Uni, Caviar, Truffle Ponzu

Tuna Poke – Kombu Cured Bluefin, Tamari-Gochuchang, Crispy Tapioca, Avocado

Filet Carpaccio – Angus Filet, Spanish Octopus, Arugula, Tapenade, Meyer Lemon

Scotch 80 Brie Fondue – Bacon Jam, Baguette

Shrimp Toast – Brioche, Shrimp Mousse, Ikura Chili Jam Aioli

Uni & Buratta – Uni, Burrata, Aged Balsamic, Crostini, Garlic Herb Butter

Kagoshima A5 Wagyu Sando – A5 Wagyu Katsu, Hokkaido Milk Bread, Kewpie Truffle Aioli, Quail Egg, Caviar

Scotch 80 Chopped Salad – Artichoke, Avocado, Feta, English Peas, Spring Lettuces, Banyuls Vinaigrette

Beets and Seared Goat Cheese Salad – Heirloom Beets, Arugula, Cana De Cabra, Golden Balsamic, Chicory, Local Honey

Blue Crab & Corn Bisque – Saffron, Crab Fritter, Spring Onion

Braised Wagyu Beef Cheek – Fava Beans, Morels, Pea Risotto, Heritage Carrots, Gremolata

Alaskan Halibut – Zucchini, Artichokes, Spring Onion, Smoked Mussels, Lemon-Caper Meunière

Forest Mushrooms – Foie Gras-Porcini Foam

Duck Fat Fries – Parmesan

Famous Hash Browns – Béarnaise

Lobster Fried Rice – Lap Cheong, Farm Egg

Creekstone Farms Dry aged Bone-In Prime Ribeye / Westholme Australian Wagyu NY Strip / Creekstone Farms Rib Cap

Fireball S’mores – Warm Chocolate Cake, Graham Cracker Ice Cream, Toasted Marshmallows

Chai Cheesecake – Tiger Stripe Figs, Moscato Grapes, Fig Newton Crust

Pear Tartarine – Belle de Brillete Anglaise

Butterscotch 80 Crème Brulee – Espresso Crisp, Gooseberries

Sorbet Sampler – Melon Sorbet, Pomegranate Sorbet, Apple Sorbet

Chocolate Tasting – Chocolate Ganache, Chocolate Ice Cream, Chocolate Crisp, Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Mousse, Ruby Chocolate

Already visited six times since reopening under new ownership there is little doubt that The Palms is seeking to regain its title as Las Vegas’ best Off-Strip resort, a goal thus far sucessful in terms of dining thanks to Chef Marty Lopez, Tammy Alana and General Manager Jorge Pagani at Scotch 80 Prime.

Debuted late-Spring of 2018, stalwart N9NE Steakhouse making way for a room decorated in Basquiat and Haring, guests visiting Scotch 80 today will find much of the original aesthetic maintained minus paintings kept by past owners, the Bar still well-stocked with rare Whiskeys and service predictably impeccable.

Located at the resort’s east end with an entirely revamped menu, seasonal changes occurring alongside a Tasting Menu and Wagyu Samplers including A5 varieties straight from Japan, it was deferring Carte Blanche to the kitchen that Dinner began with Truffled Chips, Scallops beneath Uni plus Caviar and all-new Tuna Poke utilizing Kombu-cured Bluefin and Avocado dressed in Tamari-Gochuchang.

Not forgetting delicate Milk Bread or Angus Carpaccio around Octopus nor creamy Fondue, the nightly Foie Gras special was omitted in favor of Shrimp Toast atop toasted Brioche with Ikura Chili Jam followed by good Buratta more Uni and Balsamic.

All-in for the official debut of Marty’s Kagoshima A5 Wagyu Sando between slices of Tammy’s inked-Milk Bread, all beneath Quail Eggs and Caviar, Salads offered an enjoyable transition to Entrees alongside individual tasting portions of Blue Crab & Corn Bisque.

Channeling Spring for an all-new Beef Cheek setup, the blend of Favas and Morels with fresh Peas creating one of Sin City’s best Risottos, fans of Fish will surely enjoy meaty Halibut bathed in Lemon-Caper Meunière and with or without one of Scotch 80’s signature sides.

Faced with tough choices and limited capacity as three Steaks arrived, Aussie Wagyu competing with Creekstone Farms Rib Cap and Porterhouse, “Famous” Hash Browns earn their moniker while Lobster Fried Rice and Forest Mushrooms in Foie Gras-Porcini Foam are anything but “the usual.”

Torn between saving room for Dessert or sampling all six Sauces on additional bites of Steak the decision to do both proved fortuitous, Marty’s Bordelaise made the right way as good as anything one might find in Paris before delving into Pastry Chef Tammy Alana’s delicate new Thai Cheesecake and Butterscotch Crème Brulee.

Getting fancy for the #gram with Fireball S’mores, flaming Liquor poured tableside revealing Warm Chocolate Cake, Tammy’s Pear Tartarine is elegant yet simple while the dish unveiled in a swirl of smoke finds five types of Chocolate varying in taste, texture, intensity and temperature.

www.palms.com/eat-and-drink/scotch-80-prime

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April 5, 2023
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Delilah [9,] Las Vegas NV

Delilah

GOLDEN AGE – Remy Martin 1738 Cognac, Giffard’s Apricot Liqueur, Giffard’s Madagascar Vanilla Liqueur, Lemon, Spice of Life

MILK BREAD – Vermont Creamery Butter, Sea Salt

KING CRAB CAESAR – Belgian Endive, Caper Aïoli, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon, Herbed Bread Crumbs

WAGYU BEEF CARPACCIO – Parmigiano Reggiano, Capers, Black Truffle Vinaigrette, Brioche Croutons

HAMACHI SASHIMI – Charred Chiles, Yuzu Citrus, Crispy Garlic

MARYLAND CRAB CAKE – Jumbo Blue Crab, Cabbage Slaw, Tartar Sauce

PIGS IN A BLANKET – Mini Wagyu Beef Dogs, Seeded Croissant, Grainy Mustard, Périgord Black Truffle

DELILAH’S FAMOUS CHICKEN TENDERS – Spicy BBQ Sauce, Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

FAROE ISLANDS SALMON – Market Citrus, Fennel, Frisée Salad

GRILLED BRANZINO – Roasted Potatoes, Wild Oregano, Mediterranean Olives, Ladolemono Dressing

MACARONI GRATINÉE – Mimolette Cheese Fondue, Black Truffle Béchamel

SUGAR SNAP PEAS – Ricotta Salata, Pistachio Pesto

SHORT RIB DIANE – Creamy Polenta, Wild Mushrooms, Root Vegetables, Brandy Peppercorn Cream

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER – Roasted Almond, Parsley, Spanish Romesco

GRANDMA’S GOOEY BUTTER CAKE – Whipped Crème Fraîche, Harry’s Berries Strawberries, Lemon Verbena

KENDALL’S SLUTTY BROWNIE – Chocolate Chip & Oreo Brownie, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Molten Chocolate Fondue, Chocolate PopRocks

DELILAH ROCKY ROAD SUNDAE – Dark Chocolate Ice Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Chocolate Fudge, Hazelnut Marshmallows, Magic Shell, Whipped White Chocolate Ganache

Consistently Las Vegas’ toughest reservation Delilah debuted at Wynn in July of 2021, the “social dining” experience from L.A.’s h.wood Group making good use of Michelin 2* Alex’s former footprint with million dollar upgrades and aspirations to redefine a modern day Supper Club.

Long awaited and debuted with an opulent Grand Opening of A-List celebrities, guests are immediately met by a small foyer before entering the thirty-seat Little Bubble Bar whose rich fabrics overlook the main Dining Room two floors below.

Accessed via double staircases, with bronze and marble gilding the space envisioned by Wynn’s Todd-Avery Lenahan, tables reside between a main stage and larger bar with posh materials and wood surrounded by plaster ceilings above numerous original paintings.

Fusing interior to outside via paired courtyards, one abutting the Chef’s Table and secret dining room directly accessed via the kitchen, it was in the middle of the action that four diners sat Wednesday to enjoy fifteen plates from Chef Josh Smith and team.

Over-the-top in a good way, from contrasting patterns and custom porcelain to gracious servers with encyclopedic knowledge of the Chef Smith’s Cuisine, it is once Beverages are ordered that tables receive complimentary Milk Bread, each slice piping hot with a delicate crumb ready to be slathered by some of the best Butter in America.

Sparing no expense in terms of Ingredients or décor, Wagyu Carpaccio enjoyed amidst murals and mirrors, Appetizers from Chef Smith continued with Hamachi Sashimi dressed in Chiles and Crab Cakes that certainly bring the Meat with almost no filler.

High energy in the main room, easy for conversing until live music starts, additional small bites include Wagyu Beef Sausage wrapped in crunch Croissants and “Delilah’s Famous Chicken Tenders” that justify their signature status in terms of both taste and texture.

Onward to Entrees, Delilah’s Beef Wellington omitted in favor of new items such as Salmon with Citrus and Grilled Branzino given a Greek treatment, Short Rib Diane makes fast fans thanks to hearty Root Vegetables amidst Mushrooms and thick Polenta.

Not forgetting sides, Snap Peas simple but seasonal alongside a delightful Vegan Cauliflower dish, it remains pretty tough to beat Josh’s vertical Macaroni with Mimolette Fondue and Black Truffle Béchamel brought over from Bardot.

Growing livelier by the minute, but never too loud, it was around 8:15pm that the Captain poured Molten Chocolate overtop “Kendall’s Slutty Brownie,” but no matter how good this or Delilah’s Rocky Road Sundae are it will still take more to outpace Josh’s Grandmother’s world-class Gooey Butter Cake as Las Vegas’ best Dessert.

www.wynnlasvegas.com/dining/fine-dining/delilah
www.hwoodgroup.com/venue/delilah-lv/

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April 2, 2023
10:16 AM
by: Uhockey

The Cookie Plug (South Fort Apache Road,) Las Vegas NV

The Cookie Plug

Nutty O.G – Chocolate Chip Walnut

Purple Haze – Purple Velvet

Pink Elephant – Strawberry Cheesecake

Cookie Cookie Cream – Cookies & Cream

Plug Poppers

Banking on “street style” branding including Biggie quotes, spraycan “tagging” and suggesting their Cookies “Smack” The Cookie Plug started out mid-pandemic, a dozen flavors ranging from “OG” Chocolate Chip to “Pink Elephant” offered as whole rounds or two-bite Plug Poppers.

Expanded since through franchising, hello Crumbl from a brand who mocks the idea of “Cookie Cutter” concepts online, guests visiting the location at Spring Mountain and Fort Apache will find friendly service happy to make recommendations, though the product itself is hit and miss.

“FAT, THICC, and BOMB AF,” “a twist on cookies that has never been seen before” despite Pucks doing so locally while Gideon’s and Levain have been baking larger cookies for decades back east, The Cookie Plug’s best bites come from traditional flavors including Snickerdoodles and the aforementioned “OG” with Walnuts while Strawberry Cheesecake and Purple Velvet are underbaked and taste artificial “AF.”

Reportedly using high quality Ingredients, a dubious claim as the Chocolate has a paraffin sheen up close, suffice it to say that Purple Potato, CraftKitchen, Coffee Class and Chocolate Chip Cookie Company are all better choices for locally baked rounds.

www.cookieplug.com

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April 1, 2023
12:30 PM
by: Uhockey

ShangHai Taste [5,] Las Vegas NV

Shanghai Taste

Tea

Scallion Chicken Salad

Shanghai Noodle with Chili Soy Bean Paste

Angus Beef Xiao Long Bao

Traditional Shanghai Xiao Long Bao

House Fried Fat Noodles with Beef

Shanghai Scallion Pancake

Sheng Jian

Cold Bean Curd Noodles with Housemade Scallion Oil

Crab Yolk Xiao Long Bao

Spicy Wonton in Chili Oil

Shanghai Fried Rice Cake

Chocolate Banana Xiao Long Bao

Still doing good business despite growing competition, with Shanghai Plaza now one of the most difficult places to find parking in town, it was as a party of four that diners sat down to once again enjoy an outstanding meal at ShangHai Taste.

Tucked inside Suite 104 of a two-story complex on the corner of Arville Street and Spring Mountain Road, a ground floor flagship since day one, it is upon entry that eyes are immediately drawn to Chinese-born Chefs working inside the restaurant’s glass prep-room, and with Chef Jimmy Li’s time at 3 Villages, 1900 Asian Cuisine and Niu Gu well-known to fans the fact that everything on-site is made from scratch should come as no surprise.

Seating approximately 40 guests from 11:00am until 9:00pm seven-days-a-week it was with greetings from partner Joe Muscaglione that twelve items were received in the course of two hours, the majority old favorites but also one new Soup.

Affordable without skimping on Ingredients, all thanks to Chef Li and Joe Muscaglione’s dedication, a distinctive feel is ensured by the fact that almost every single item on-site is imported from or near Shanghai, and starting with good Tea plus housemade Noodles fans of Soup Dumplings, or XLB, will be happy to know ShangHai Taste’s set a high standard whether made with Pork, Beef or Crab.

Able to accommodate most dietary preferences, fried Soup Dumplings in two varieties desirable to all but vegans, those eschewing all Animal products will likely gravitate to fried Pancakes with Scallions, though even more interesting bites are found in the form of Fried Rice Cakes and Cold Bean Curd Noodles with Housemade Scallion Oil.

Built on family recipes handed down to Chef Li, his Fat Noodles with choice of Protein always a crowd-pleaser, Dumplings taste wonderful with or without spicy Oil while Chicken Salad is another unexpected stunner.

www.facebook.com/ShanghaiTasteLV

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March 30, 2023
12:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Bronze Café Summerlin Catering [30,] Las Vegas NV

Bronze Café

The Basil Chicken Salad Sammich – Housemade Chicken Salad, diced Apples, mixed Greens, Tomato, Red Onion, Basil Aioli, Lemon Vinaigrette, Ciabatta

The LGBTQ Sammich – Housemade Bacon Jam, Maple-glazed Bacon, mixed Greens, Tomato, Cucumbers, Basil Aioli, Lemon Vinaigrette, Ciabatta

The Apple Danish

The Blue Raspberry Lemonade Cookie

The Chocolate Chip Cookie

The Chai Spice Cookie

The Loving v. Virginia – The Legal Marriage between a Cookie and a Brownie

The Rocky Road Cookie

The S’mores Turnover

The Cranberry Almond Muffin

The Pistachio Rose Zucchini Matcha Cake

The Oatmeal Raisin Cookie

The Banana Flax Cake

The Chocolate Peanut Butter Surprise Cookie

The Blueberry Muffin

The Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle

The Triple Chocolate Muffin

The Carrot Cake

Having enjoyed David Mozes’ and Chef Peter’s Bronze Café at The Center, The Market and Juice Stars, it was to #supportlocal that lunch was catered from their North Buffalo location on Friday, a collection of old favorites arriving on time with plenty of plates and utensils that allowed staff to enjoy every second of their lunch hour.

Located near Desert Shores in Summerlin, the former home of Beau Monde Bakery providing turnkey access for a Restaurant offering Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, it is focused on health-conscious and diet-friendly fare that many guests began with Vegetables or Salad including “David’s Special” that remains popular thanks to Quinoa, Garbanzos, Hemp and Avocado that compliment thinly sliced Kale.

Continuing with “Sammiches,” both California Turkey and “The What What” receiving praise from those fortunate enough to snag a half, it was a bit more slowly that the double-Bacon LGBTQ and rebranded “Basil Chicken Salad” disappeared, though these remain personal favorites.

Happy to receive a glut of Desserts, all Vegan, those missing Beau Monde’s gluten-free offerings will be happy to know both the Banana Flax Cake and newly added Pistachio Rose Zucchini Matcha Cake are made without any Wheat protein, as too is a fully loaded Carrot Cake that only gets better with time.

Continuing strong with the cleverly titled Loving v Virginia, a Brookie that sees both halves nicely textured, Chai Spice and Blue Raspberry Lemonade Cookies are soft and almost Cake-like while those seeking something new should consider the Vegan Danishes or rich and indulgent Chocolate Peanut Butter Surprise Cookie.

Not forgetting a Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle, still Vegas’ best Cookie, Peter’s Cranberry Almond Muffin outpaces the already excellent Blueberry and Triple Chocolate versions while an update to the S’mores Turnover sees it better and more balanced than ever.

www.bronzecafe.com

Posted in Bronze Cafe, Bronze Cafe Catering, Bronze Café Summerlin Catering, Catering, Dessert, Food, Las Vegas, Nevada, Pork Tagged #supportlocal, Aioli, Almond, Almonds, Apple, Apple Danish, Apple Danishes, Apples, Bacon, Bacon Jam, Banana, Banana Flax Cake, Bananas, Basil, Basil Aioli, Blue Raspberry, Blue Raspberry Lemonade Cookie, Blueberries, Blueberry, Blueberry Muffin, Blueberry Muffins, Bread, Breast, Breasts, Bronze Cafe, Bronze Cafe Catering, Bronze Café Summerlin, Bronze Café Summerlin Catering, Brookie, Brookies, Brownie, Brownies, Butter, Cake, Cakes, Cardamom, Carrot, Carrot Cake, Carrots, Catering, Chai, Chai Spice, Chai Spice Cookie, Chai Spice Cookies, Chicken, Chicken Salad, Chip, Chocolate, Chocolate Brownie, Chocolate Brownies, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chocolate Chips, Chocolate Muffin, Chocolate Peanut Butter Surprise Cookie, Ciabatta, Ciabatta Bread, Cinnamon, Cinnamon Sugar, Clove, Cloves, Coconut, Coconut Flake, Coconut Flakes, Coconuts, Cookie, Cookies, Craisin, Craisins, Cranberries, Cranberry, Cranberry Almond Muffin, Cream, Cucumber, Cucumbers, Danish, Danishes, Dark Chocolate, David Mozes, Dessert, Desserts, diced Apple, diced Apples, endoedibles, Flake, Flakes, Flax, Flax Seed, Flax Seeds, Food, Foodie, Frosting, Fruit, Gluten, Gluten Free, Green Goddess Chicken Salad, Green Goddess Chicken Salad Sammich, Green Goddess Chicken Salad Sandwich, Green Tea, Greens, housemade Bacon Jam, Housemade Chicken Salad, Housemade Lemon Vinaigrette, Icing, Jam, Las Vegas, Lemon, Lemon Vinaigrette, Lemonade, Lemons, LGBTQ Sammich, LGBTQ Sandwich, Loving v Virginia, LV, Maple, Maple Bacon, Maple-glazed Bacon, Marshmallow, Marshmallows, Matcha, Michael Uzmann, mixed Greens, Muffin, Muffins, Nevada, NV, Oat, Oatmeal, Oatmeal Raisin Cookie, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, Oats, Onion, Onions, Oregano, Pastries, Pastry, Peanut, Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle, Peanuts, Pecan, Pecans, Peter Bastien, Peter Mozes, Pig, Pineapple, Pineapples, Pistachio, Pistachio Rose Zucchini Matcha Cake, Pistachios, Pork, Puff Pastry, Raisin, Raisins, Raspberries, Raspberry, Red Onion, Red Onions, Rocky Road, Rocky Road Cookie, Rocky Road Cookies, Rose, Rose Water, Roses, S'mores, Salad, Salads, Sammich, Sammiches, Sandwich, Sandwiches, Sauce, Seed, Seeds, shredded Carrots, Sin City, Snickerdoodle, Snickerdoodle Cookie, Snickerdoodle Cookies, Snickerdoodles, Squash, Streusel, Sugar, Syrup, S’Mores Turnover, Tea, The Apple Danish, The Banana Flax Cake, The Blue Raspberry Lemonade Cookie, The Blueberry Muffin, The Carrot Cake, The Chai Spice Cookie, The Chai Spice Cookies, The Chocolate Chip Cookie, The Chocolate Chip Cookies, The Chocolate Peanut Butter Surprise Cookie, The Cranberry Almond Muffin, The Green Goddess Chicken Salad Sammich, The Green Goddess Chicken Salad Sandwich, The LGBTQ, The LGBTQ Sammich, The LGBTQ Sandwich, The Loving v Virginia, The Oatmeal Raisin Cookie, The Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle, The Pistachio Rose Zucchini Matcha Cake, The Rocky Road Cookie, The Rocky Road Cookies, The S’Mores Turnover, The Triple Chocolate Muffin, Tomato, Tomatoes, Triple Chocolate Muffin, Turnover, Turnovers, Vanilla, Vegan, Vegan Basil Aioli, Vegan Ciabatta, Vegan Ciabatta Bread, Vegan Marshmallow, Vegan Marshmallows, Vegas, Vinaigrette, Walnut, Walnuts, Zucchini, Zucchini Squash

March 25, 2023
12:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Esther’s Kitchen [9,] Las Vegas NV

Esther’s Kitchen

Vesta Coffee

HOUSE MADE SOURDOUGH, good butter, olive oil, humbolt sea salt

PISTACHIO BUTTER+JAM, seasonal raspberry jam, lemon zest

PROSCIUTTO AND FONTINA BISCUITS, basil ricotta, chives

NUTELLA + ORANGE FRENCH TOAST, cardamom orange swirl bread, housemade nutella, maple syrup

APPLE SPICE PANCAKES, brown butter syrup, candied pecans, mascarpone, maple syrup

ROLLED PIZZA SCACCIA, tomato chili sauce, kale, fried pepperoni, poached egg

COUNTRY FRIED STEAK, biscuit, prosciutto gravy, crispy fried egg

TRUFFLE POLENTA, sunny side eggs, roasted mushrooms, frico chip

Last visited for Brunch before the pandemic a Saturday afternoon visit once again found Esther’s Kitchen firing on all cylinders, the soon-changing menu filled with past favorites in addition to new plates executed at a fair price with exacting standards.

Now serving Las Vegas for over 5 years, every available superlative already used to describe James Trees’ Restaurant that revitalized the Art’s District, it was with a packed house that three guests sat near a window up front with Coffee from Vesta and Baker Dylan Jobsz’s city-best Sourdough starting things off.

Seasonal and rustic in a good way, Ham and Cheese Biscuits not pretty but wholly delicious even without Butter, Toasts come topped in everything from soft-scrambled Eggs to chunky Raspberry Jam with housemade Pistachio Butter.

Intermingling sweet and savory, Cardamon-laced French Toast topped with Chocolate-Hazelnut Spread served alongside a Pizza Roll mellowing spicy Sauce with Poached Eggs, seasonality is showcased through Apple Pancakes featuring warming spices while any time of year is right for Country Fried Steak.

Finishing with Polenta ground on-site, the fried Cheese lattice a necessary component during the day when Sunny Side Eggs might otherwise make the Cornmeal runny, the only bad news is that the group was not large enough to order more – a mistake that will not be repeated next time.

www.estherslv.com

Posted in Bread Basket, Breakfast, Coffee, Esther's Kitchen, Food, French Toast, Las Vegas, Nevada, pancake, Pancakes, Pizza, Pork, Truffle, Truffles, Vesta, Vesta Coffee, Vesta Coffee Roasters Tagged 100% Maple Syrup, 100% Pure Maple Syrup, Apple, APPLE SPICE, APPLE SPICE PANCAKE, APPLE SPICE PANCAKES, Apples, Basil, Basil Ricotta, Basil Ricotta Cheese, Beef, Beef Steak, Biscuit, Biscuits, Bread, Brown Butter, brown butter syrup, Butter, Candied Pecan, Candied Pecans, Cardamom, cardamom orange swirl bread, Cheese, Chili, Chili Pepper, Chili Peppers, Chili Sauce, Chilis, Chip, Chips, Chive, Chive Butter, Chives, Chocolate, Chocolate Hazelnut Spread, Chocolate-Hazelnut, Chorizo, Chris Bianco’s Tomato, Chris Bianco’s Tomatoes, Cinnamon, Clove, Cloves, Coffee, Compote, Corn, Corn Meal, Cornmeal, COUNTRY FRIED STEAK, Cow, Cows, Cream, crispy fried egg, crispy fried eggs, DTLV, Dylan Jobsz, Egg, Egg Yolk, Egg Yolks, Eggs, endoedibles, Esther's, Esther's Kitchen, Fontina, Fontina Cheese, Food, Foodie, French Toast, Fresh Mozzarella, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Frico, frico chip, Fried Beef Steak, fried pepperoni, Fried Steak, Golden Syrup, good butter, Grana, Grana Cheese, Grana Padana, Grana Padana Cheese, Gravy, Hazelnut, Hazelnuts, Herb, Herbs, house made nutella, HOUSE MADE SOURDOUGH, housemade nutella, Housemade Sourdough, humbolt sea salt, Jam, James Trees, Jelly, Kale, Las Vegas, Lemon, Lemon Zest, Lemons, LV, Lyle’s Golden Syrup, Lyle’s Syrup, Maple, Maple Syrup, Mascarpone, Mascarpone Cheese, Michael Uzmann, Mozzarella, Mozzarella Cheese, Mushroom, Mushrooms, Nevada, Nutella, NUTELLA + ORANGE FRENCH TOAST, NV, Oil, Olive, Olive Oil, Olives, Onion, Onions, Orange, Oranges, Pancake, Pancakes, Parmesan, Parmesan Cheese, Parmesan Frico, Pasta, Pecan, Pecans, Pecorino, Pecorino Cheese, Pepper, Pepperoni, Peppers, Pig, Pistachio, Pistachio Butter, PISTACHIO BUTTER+JAM, Pistachios, Pizza, PIZZA SCACCIA, Poached Egg, Poached Eggs, Polenta, Preserves, Prosciutto, Prosciutto + Fontina Biscuit, Prosciutto + Fontina Biscuits, PROSCIUTTO AND FONTINA BISCUIT, Prosciutto and Fontina Biscuits, prosciutto gravy, Pure Maple Syrup, Raspberries, Raspberry, Raspberry Jelly, Raspberry Preserves, Ricotta, Ricotta Cheese, Roasted Mushroom, Roasted Mushrooms, ROLLED Pizza, ROLLED PIZZA SCACCIA, Salt, Sauce, SCACCIA, Sea Salt, seasonal raspberry jam, Sin City, Sourdough, Sourdough Bread, Sourdough Toast, Steak, Sugar, Sunny-Side Egg, Sunny-Side Eggs, Sunny-side Up Egg, Sunny-side Up Eggs, Sunnyside Egg, Sunnyside Eggs, Sunnyside Up Egg, Sunnyside Up Eggs, Syrup, Toast, Tomato, tomato chili sauce, Tomato Sauce, Tomato Sugo, Tomatoes, Truffle, TRUFFLE POLENTA, Truffled Mushroom, Truffled Mushrooms, Truffles, Vegas, Vesta, Vesta Coffee, Vesta Coffee Roaster, Vesta Coffee Roasters, Whipped Cream, Yolk, Yolks, Zest

March 25, 2023
11:00 AM
by: Uhockey

Bouchon Bakery [5,] Las Vegas NV

Bouchon Bakery

Almond Croissant

Kouign Amann

Chocolate Chunk Cookie

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie

Banana Bread

Cheese Danish

Bananas Foster Parfait

OH-OH

TKO

Better Nutter

Pistachio Macaron

Salted Caramel Macaron

Chocolate Macaron

Last visited almost eleven years prior Bouchon Bakery remains ever-popular, the presence of two additional outlets inside the Venetian/Palazzo complex doing little to diminish long lines and even less to compromise the quality of Baked Goods from a man who has built an empire on the phrase “it’s all about finesse.”

Part of the property since 2006, Viennoisseries including a textbook Kouign Amann and iconic Cheese Danish as good as ever, new additions include a weekly Parfait this time featuring Bananas plus Butterscotch and Banana Bread as good as one will find anywhere.

Forever *the* spot for palm-sized Macarons, not forgetting the TKO or Better Nutter, Bouchon’s Almond Croissant looks good but lacks the flavor of Rosallie off-strip – a small gripe in the face of the Dark Chocolate OH-OH or Oatmeal Cookies that outpace Grandma’s or any other tasted to this date.

www.thomaskeller.com/bouchonbakerylasvegas

Posted in Bouchon Bakery, Bread Basket, Breakfast, Croissant, Croissants, Dessert, Food, Las Vegas, Macaron, Macaroon, Nevada Tagged Almond, Almond Croissant, Almond Croissants, Almonds, Banana, Banana Bread, Bananas, Bananas Foster, Bananas Foster Parfait, Better Nutter, Bouchon Bakery, Bouchon Bakery Las Vegas, Bread, Butter, Butterscotch, Cake, Cakes, Caramel, Chantilly, Chantilly Cream, Cheese, Cheese Danish, Chip, Chips, Chocolate, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chocolate Chips, Chocolate Chunk, Chocolate Chunk Cookie, Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Chocolate Chunks, Chocolate Macaron, Chocolate Macarons, Chocolate Wafer, Chocolate Wafers, Chunk, Chunks, Cinnamon, Confectioner's Sugar, Cookie, Cookies, Cream, Cream Cheese, Cream Cheese Danish, Creme, Creme Caramel, Creme Chantilly, Croissant, Croissants, Danish, Danishes, Dark Chocolate, Dessert, Desserts, endoedibles, Flan, Food, Foodie, Kouign Amann, Las Vegas, LV, Macaron, Macarons, Michael Uzmann, Nevada, NV, Oat, Oatmeal, Oatmeal Raisin Cookie, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, Oats, OH-OH, Parfait, Pastries, Pastry, Peanut, Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter Cookie, Peanut Butter Cookies, Peanut Butter Cream, Peanuts, Pistachio, Pistachio Macaron, Pistachio Macarons, Pistachios, Powdered Sugar, Raisin, Raisins, Rum, Salt, Salted Caramel, Salted Caramel Macaron, Salted Caramel Macarons, Salty Caramel, Sin City, Sponge, Sponge Cake, Sugar, Thomas Keller, TKO, TKO Cookie, TKO Cookies, Vanilla, Vegas, Viennesoire, Viennesoires, Viennoiserie, Viennoiseries, Wafer, Wafers, White Chocolate

March 21, 2023
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Lotus of Siam (Red Rock,) Las Vegas NV

Lotus of Siam

Thai Coffee

Chicken Tom Kha Hot Pot – Chicken, Lemongrass, Galangal, Mushrooms, Coconut Milk, Lime Juice

Larb Plar Dook – Catfish, Onions, Cilantro, Green Onion, Chili, Rice Powder, Lime Dressing, Cabbage, Cucumbers

Nam Kao Tod – Crispy Rice, Sour Pork Sausage, Cilantro, Green Onions, Dry Chilis, Ginger, Peanuts, Lime Juice

Nam Prik Hed – Mushrooms, Green Chili, Garlic, Onion, Tomatoes, Broccoli, Carrots, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Green Beans, Cucumbers, Pork Rinds

Squid Garlic – Garlic Pepper Sauce, Fried Garlic, Cilantro

Koi Soi – Issan Style Steak Tartare, Fresh Herbs, Fresh Chilis, Dry Chili Rice Powder, Seasoned Sauce, Lime Juice

Garlic Crispy Prawns – Deep fried Prawns with Shells, Garlic Sauce, Black Pepper

Chicken Pad See Ew – Chicken, Wide Rice Noodles, Eggs, Chinese Broccoli, Black Soy Sauce

Pork Khao Soi – Egg Noodles, Coconut Cream, Red Onions, Lime, Mustard Greens

Pineapple Fried Rice – Yellow Curry Powder, Pineapple, Shrimp, Chicken

Crispy Duck Chu-Chee – Red Curry, Fingerroot, Bell Peppers

Grilled Ribeye Panang – Fresh Chilis, Dried Chilis, Coconut Milk, Thai Basil

Short Rib Yellow Curry – Curry Powder, Turmeric, Coconut Cream, Potatoes, Onions, Carrots

Coconut Tapioca – Butterfly Pea, Passion Fruit, Mango Sorbet / Deep Fried Banana Roll – Banana wrapped in a Rice Paper Crepe, Honey, Coconut Gelato / Green Tea Flan – Lychee Cream, Black Sesame Tuile / Chai Tart – Whipped Cream, Cardamom / Thai Chocolate Cake – Cinnamon, Cardamom, Vanilla Gelato / Pineapple Upside Down Cake – Shredded Coconut, Coconut Gelato, Maraschino Cherry

Already the rare Las Vegas recipient of a James Beard Foundation Award, Chef Saipin Chutima named Best Chef: Southwest in 2011, Lotus of Siam needs no introduction – though its recreation on Flamingo and fanciful digs at Red Rock suggest the Chef’s children have bigger things in mind about the Restaurant’s legacy going forward.

Having visited the unassuming icon of Thai Food thrice prior, a lunch in 2012 and two dinners separated by five years, Tuesday evening found the concept from Tao Group owner Lou Abin and Lotus of Siam’s Bua Food Group at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa as busy as it is beautiful.

Built out of former Buffet space, lanterns and hanging vines creating a vibe across spaces from bar to the back, it is with a truncated version of Chutima’s Northern Thai traditions that Lotus at Red Rock pays homage to the original despite somewhat stiff service and “running out of Ingredients” including signature Issan Sausage by 6:00pm on this particular night.

Requesting everything level five of ten, Thai Coffee a prudent choice for those looking to quell the fire, Dinner began with a hot pot of Chicken Tom Kha alongside funky Catfish Larb and flawless Nam Kao Tod with just the right amount of acid.

Replacing the Sausage with Garlic Squid, a new item that delivers on its name, round two found Nam Prik Hed face-to-face with fiery Steak Tartare teaming with Chilis and Garlic Crispy Prawns that earn “Mom’s Highlights” status with edible Shells still on.

All in on Noodles and Curry, Chicken Pad See Ew well executed but lost in the wake of creamy Burmese Khao Soi, Pineapple Fried Rice also found itself forgotten as served in line with Crispy Duck Chu-Chee, Panang Curry with medium rare Ribeye and aromatic Short Rib Yellow Curry.

Not exactly “known” for sweet stuff, though the Red Rock iteration seems intent on correcting that, Dessert arrived as a platter featuring everything from time-honored deep fried Bananas to Coconut Tapioca, Chocolate Fondant and Pineapple Upside Down Cake served warm with Coconut Gelato.

www.lotusredrock.com

Posted in Coffee, Dessert, Food, Ice Cream, Las Vegas, Lotus of Siam, Lotus of Siam Red Rock, Nevada, Pork Tagged Banana, Banana Roll, Banana Rolls, Banana wrapped in a Rice Paper Crepe, Bananas, Basil, Bean, Beans, Beef, Beef Rib, Beef Rib Eye, Beef Ribeye, Beef Ribs, Beef Short Rib, Beef Short Ribs, Beef Tartare, Bell Pepper, Bell Peppers, Black Pepper, Black Peppers, Black Sesame, Black Sesame Tuile, Black Soy Sauce, Broccoli, Butter, Butterfly Pea, Cabbage, Cake, Cakes, Cardamom, Carrot, Carrots, Cat fish, Catfish, Cauliflower, Chai, Chai Tart, Chai Tea, Cherries, Cherry, Chicharon, Chicharron, Chicharrone, Chicken, Chicken Pad See Ew, Chicken Tom Kha, Chicken Tom Kha Hot Pot, Chickens, Chili, Chili Pepper, Chili Peppers, Chilis, Chinese Broccoli, Chip, Chips, Chocolate Cake, Chocolate Fondant, Chocolate Fondant Cake, Chocolate Molten Cake, Chopped Shrimp, Cilantro, Cinnamon, Coconut, Coconut Cream, Coconut Ice Cream, Coconut Milk, Coconut Tapioca, Coconuts, Coffee, Cow, Cows, Cream, Crepe, Crepes, Crispy Duck, Crispy Duck Chu-Chee, Crispy Rice, Crushed Peanut, Crushed Peanuts, Cucumber, Cucumbers, Curry, Curry Powder, Curry Sauce, Deep Fried Banana Roll, Deep fried Prawn, Deep fried Prawns, Deep fried Prawns with Shells, Dessert, Desserts, Dressing, Dried Chili, Dried Chilis, Dried Spices, Dry Chili, Dry Chili Rice Powder, Dry Chilis, Duck, Ducks, Egg, Egg Noodle, Egg Noodles, Eggs, endoedibles, Finger root, Fingerroot, Fish, Flan, Fondant, Fondant Cake, Food, Foodie, Fresh Chili, Fresh Chili Pepper, Fresh Chili Peppers, Fresh Chilis, Fresh Herb, Fresh Herbs, Fried Banana Roll, Fried Rice, Galangal, Garlic, Garlic Crispy Prawn, Garlic Crispy Prawns, Garlic Prawns, Garlic Sauce, Gelato, Ginger, Green Bean, Green Beans, Green Chili, Green Chilis, Green Onion, Green Onions, Green Tea, Green Tea Flan, Greens, Grilled Ribeye, Grilled Ribeye Panang, Grilled Sour Pork Sausage, Herb, Herbs, Honey, Hot Pot, Ice Cream, Issan Style Steak Tartare, Juice, Khao Soi, Larb, Larb Plar Dook, Las Vegas, Lemon Grass, Lemongrass, Lime, Lime Dressing, Lime Juice, Limes, Lotus of Siam, Lotus of Siam Red Rock, LV, Lychee, Lychee Cream, Lychees, Mango, Mango Sorbet, Mangoes, Mangos, Maraschino, Maraschino Cherries, Maraschino Cherry, Maraschinos, Matcha, Michael Uzmann, Milk, Molten Cake, Molten Chocolate, Molten Chocolate Cake, Molten Chocolate Cakes, Mushroom, Mushrooms, mustard, Mustard Greens, Nam Kao Tod, Nam Prik Hed, Nevada, Noodle, Noodles, Northern Thai Spices, NV, Onion, Onions, Pad See Ew, Panang, Panang Curry, Passion Fruit, Passionfruit, Pasta, Pastries, Pastry, Peanut, Peanuts, Pepper, Peppers, Pickle, Pickled Vegetable, Pickled Vegetables, Pickles, Pig, Pig Skin, Pineapple, Pineapple Fried Rice, Pineapple Upside Down Cake, Pineapple-Coconut Upsidedown Cake, Pineapples, Plar Dook, Pork, Pork Khao Soi, Pork Rind, Pork Rinds, Pork Sausage, Pork Skin, Potato, Potatoes, Powder, Prawn, Prawns, Prime Beef, Red Curry, Red Onion, Red Onions, Red Rock, Rib, Rib Eye, Ribeye, Ribs, Rice, Rice Noodle, Rice Noodles, Rice Paper, Rice Paper Crepe, Rice Paper Crepes, Rice Powder, Roll, Rolls, Saipin Chutima, Salad, Salads, Sauce, Sausage, Sausages, Seasoned Sauce, Seed, Seeds, Sesame, Sesame Seed, Sesame Seeds, Shell, Shells, Short Rib, Short Rib Yellow Curry, Short Ribs, Shrimp, Shrimps, Sin City, Skin, Skins, Sorbet, Soup, Sour Pork Sausage, Soy, Soy Sauce, Steak, Steak Tartare, Sticky Rice, Straw Mushroom, Straw Mushrooms, Sugar, Tapioca, Tart, Tartare, Tarts, Tea, Thai Basil, Thai Chili, Thai Chili Pepper, Thai Chili Peppers, Thai Chilis, Thai Chocolate Cake, Thai Coffee, Thai Curry, Thai Curry Sauce, Thai Spices, Tom Kha, Tomato, Tomatoes, Tuile, Turmeric, Upside-Down Cake, UpsideDown Cake, Vanilla, Vanilla Gelato, Vegas, Vegetable, Vegetables, Whip Cream, Whipped Cream, Wide Rice Noodle, Wide Rice Noodles, Wonton, Wonton Chip, Wonton Chips, Wontons, Yellow Curry, Yellow Curry Powder

March 20, 2023
12:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Randy’s Donuts (South Rainbow Boulevard) [2,] Las Vegas NV

Randy’s Donuts

Apple Fritter

Chocolate Crondy

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Raised

Maple Raised with Churros

Butter Crumb Raised

Cinnamon Roll

Roasted Coconut Raised

Coconut Raised

Maple Long John with Cream

Chocolate Long John

Bacon Maple Long John

Red Velvet Cake

Coffee Raised

Froot Loops Raised

Strawberry Jelly Filled

Raspberry Jelly Filled

Lemon Jelly Filled

Oreo Raised

S’Mores Raised

M&M’s Raised

Fruity Pebbles Raised

Matcha Tea Raised

Nutella Raised

Bear Claw

Located just off the 405 in Inglewood is Randy’s Donuts, this year celebrating its 70th year slinging fried Dough under an iconic 32-foot sign 24/7, and now growing the name globally with 20+ locations stretching to South Korea and Dubai – or in this case Sin City.

Unimpressive in 2015 at the Original, though new outposts trend cleaner without the cash-only policy, Randy’s on South Rainbow Boulevard opened in August 2022, recipes reportedly unchanged since day one though premium toppings and savory items have been added.

Busy at noon on a Monday, though a full selection was available, it was in exchange for $50 that two dozen Donuts were received, the Apple Fritter far better than those at Randy’s flagship thanks to crackling Glaze over a soft center while the laminated “Crondy” failed to rival Pink Box or Coco.

Recalling Cake Donuts greasy, Randy’s Red Velvet actually performing well, Maple Frosting is featured abundantly with taste artificial but pleasant in comparison to Chocolate that is undoubtedly cheap and applied too thick.

Doing justice to Jelly Donuts, Strawberry trumping Raspberry or Lemon, Randy’s Bear Claw is something of a hidden gem thanks to good rise and plenty of filling that trends less sweet than many thanks to an abundance of Cinnamon.

Well-priced in the current market, “cheaper-by-the-dozen” offers growing less common, Cereal-topped specials execute as expected while Maple Raised with Churros and a big spiraled Cinnamon Roll both prove worth the cost and calories.

www.randysdonuts.com

Posted in Coffee, Croissant, Croissants, Dessert, Food, Las Vegas, Nevada, Pork, Randy's Donuts, Randy’s Donuts Las Vegas, Randy’s Donuts Rainbow Boulevard, Randy’s Donuts South Rainbow Boulevard Tagged Apple, Apple Filling, Apple Fritter, Apple Fritters, Apples, Bacon, Bacon Maple Long John, Bear Claw, Bismarck, Bismarck Donut, Bismarck Donuts, Bismarck Doughnut, Bismarck Doughnuts, Bismarcks, Bismark, Bismark Donut, Bismark Donuts, Bismark Doughnut, Bismark Doughnuts, Bismarks, Bread, Butter, Butter Crumb, Butter Crumb Raised, Butter Crumb Raised Donut, Butter Crumb Raised Donuts, Butter Crumb Raised Doughnut, Cake, Cake Donut, Cake Donuts, Cake Doughnut, Cake Doughnuts, Cakes, Candy, Cereal, Chocolate, Chocolate Crondy, Chocolate Hazelnut Spread, Chocolate Long John, Churro, Churros, Cinnamon, Cinnamon Roll, Cinnamon Rolls, Cinnamon Sugar, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Raised, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Raised Donut, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Raised Doughnut, Coconut, Coconut Raised Donut, Coconut Raised Doughnut, Coconuts, Coffee, Coffee Raised, Coffee Raised Donut, Coffee Raised Doughnut, Confectioner's Sugar, Cookie, Cookies, Cracker, Crackers, Cream, Croissant, Croissant Donut, Croissant Donuts, Croissant Doughnut, Croissant Doughnuts, Croissants, Crondy, Cronut, Cronuts, Crumb, Crumbs, Dark Chocolate, Dessert, Desserts, Donut, Donuts, Doughnut, Doughnuts, endoedibles, Filled Donut, Filled Doughnut, Food, Foodie, Fritter, Fritters, Froot Loops, Froot Loops Cereal, Froot Loops Raised, Froot Loops Raised Donut, Froot Loops Raised Doughnut, Frosting, Fruity Pebbles, Fruity Pebbles Cereal, Fruity Pebbles Raised, Fruity Pebbles Raised Donut, Fruity Pebbles Raised Doughnut, Glazed Raised, Glazed Raised Donut, Glazed Raised Donuts, Glazed Raised Doughnut, Glazed Raised Doughnuts, Graham, Graham Cracker, Graham Crackers, Grahams, Green Tea, Hazelnut, Hazelnut Spread, Hazelnuts, Honey, Icing, Jam, Jelly, Jelly Donut, Jelly Donuts, Jelly Doughnut, Jelly Doughnuts, Las Vegas, Lemon, Lemon Gel, Lemon Jelly Filled, Lemon Jelly Filled Donut, Lemon Jelly Filled Doughnut, Lemons, Long John, Long John Donut, Long John Donuts, Long John Doughnut, Long John Doughnuts, M&M's Candy, M&Ms, M&M’s Raised, M&M’s Raised Donut, M&M’s Raised Doughnut, Maple, Maple Frosting, Maple Icing, Maple Long John, Maple Long John with Cream, Maple Raised Donut, Maple Raised Donut with Churros, Maple Raised Donuts, Maple Raised Doughnut, Maple Raised Doughnut with Churros, Maple Raised Doughnuts, Maple Raised with Churros, Marshmallow, Marshmallows, Matcha, Matcha Tea, Matcha Tea Raised, Matcha Tea Raised Donut, Matcha Tea Raised Donuts, Matcha Tea Raised Doughnut, Matcha Tea Raised Doughnuts, Michael Uzmann, Nutella, Nutella Raised, Nutella Raised Donut, Nutella Raised Doughnut, Oreo, Oreo Cookie, Oreo Cookies, Oreo Raised, Oreo Raised Donut, Oreo Raised Doughnut, Oreos, Pastries, Pastry, Pig, Pork, Powdered Sugar, Raised Donut, Raised Donuts, Raised Doughnut, Raised Doughnuts, Randy’s Donuts, Randy’s Donuts Las Vegas, Randy’s Donuts Rainbow Boulevard, Randy’s Donuts South Rainbow Boulevard, Raspberries, Raspberry, Raspberry Bismarck, Raspberry Jam, Raspberry Jelly, Raspberry Jelly Filled, Raspberry Jelly Filled Donut, Raspberry Jelly Filled Doughnut, Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet Cake Donut, Red Velvet Cake Donuts, Red Velvet Cake Doughnut, Red Velvet Cake Doughnuts, Roasted Coconut, Roasted Coconut Raised, Roasted Coconut Raised Donut, Roasted Coconut Raised Doughnut, Roasted Coconuts, Roll, Rolls, S'mores, Sin City, Strawberries, Strawberry, Strawberry Jam, Strawberry Jelly, Strawberry Jelly Filled, Strawberry Jelly Filled Donut, Strawberry Jelly Filled Doughnut, Sugar, S’Mores Raised, S’Mores Raised Donut, S’Mores Raised Doughnut, Tea, Toasted Coconut, Toasted Coconut Raised Donut, Toasted Coconut Raised Doughnut, Toasted Coconuts, Vanilla, Vegas, Yeast, Yeast Donut, Yeast Donuts, Yeast Doughnut, Yeast Doughnuts

March 18, 2023
8:12 PM
by: Uhockey

Pier Habib, Istanbul TR

Pier Habib

Süt Baklava

Founded by Mucahid Kaan Damgacı Pier Habib seeks to differentiate itself from other Baklava purveyors through modernity, the tiny tiled space in Beşiktaş decorated in everything from tiles to disc balls while friendly servers offer crispy Phyllo soaked in sweetened Milk.

Intentionally a fusion of French and Arabic names, embroidered carpets making Pier Habib seem as much like a luxury goods store as a Dessert shop, the East-West fusion continues by way of ingredients such as Bananas and Chocolate though the best bites remain rooted in Pistachios from Antep light with Honey and sopping wet yet still crunchy.

www.pierhabibkw.com

Posted in Dessert, Food, Istanbul, Istanbul TR, Pier Habib, Turkey, Vacation Tagged Baked Phyllo, Baked Phyllo Dough, Baklava, Butter, Chocolate, Cinnamon, Cocoa, Cream, Dark Chocolate, Dessert, Desserts, endoedibles, Food, Foodie, Hazelnut, Hazelnuts, Honey, Honeys, Istanbul, Michael Uzmann, Milk, Milk Baklava, Milky Baklava, Mucahid Kaan Damgacı, Nut, Nuts, Pastries, Pastry, Phyllo, Phyllo Dough, Pier Habib, Pistachio, Pistachio Phyllo, Pistachios, Sugar, Süt Baklava, Sweetened Milk, Travel, Turkey, Vacation, Walnut, Walnuts

March 18, 2023
6:45 PM
by: Uhockey

Beşiktaş Çitir Pide Ve Lahmacun Salonu, Istanbul TR

Beşiktaş Çitir Pide Ve Lahmacun Salonu

Salad

Çitir Karisik Pide

Soganli Lahmacun

Open from 11h00 until 04h00 the next day daily Çitir Pide Ve Lahmacun Salonu in Beşiktaş has earned a reputation for quality and affordability, the menu focused but customizable while every piece of Bread is baked fresh to order.

Fast paced and popular, limited seating frequently full but fast to turnover, it is once at a table that fresh Salad is served complimentary while guests watch bakers fulfill order after order.

Friendly in terms of service, language barriers overcome thanks to picture menus, Kebap and Corbasi take a backseat to Pide including the “Special” with Pastrami, Sausage and Cheese while Lahmacun with a good amount of Meat arrives hot and crisp for about $2USD.

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March 18, 2023
1:05 PM
by: Uhockey

Yeni Lokanta, Istanbul TR

Yeni Lokanta

Garlic Pastry, Parsley, Smoked Butter

Yeni Mantı Dumplings, Beef, Dill Oil, Paprika Oil

Olive Oil Braised Beetroot, Dried Sour Cherries, Hazelnuts, Ezine Cheese

Aubergine, Erzincan Tulum Cheese, Mahlep, Port, Figs, Almonds

Lamb Sausage, Denizli Burnt Yogurt, Kilis Grapes, Mulberry Molasses

Citrus Salad, Pomelo, Grapefruit, Orange, Fennel, Spicy Sour Cherry Sorbet

Mersin Prawns, Carrot Spread, Ginger, Pistachio, Za’atar

Lamb Neck, Porcini Mushroom, Spinach, Tamarind

Tea

Tonka Flavored Rice Pudding, Sugar Floss, Hazelnuts, Raspberries

Katmer, Pistachio, Coconut Ice Cream

Focused on re-envisioned Turkish delicacies, lighter and more balanced than those on nearby Istikal Caddesi, Yeni Lokanta has found itself on many “lists” despite a casual approach that focuses on local Ingredients and traditional techniques.

Conidered a “Tavern” in Beyoğlu, though the relaxed atmosphere still comes with great service, Chef Civan Er mans a wood-fired oven that produces plates focused mainly on Vegetables though Meats are also utilized across both a la carte and Tasting Menus.

Offering mostly Anatolian Wines, a second location in London spreading Er’s name and reputation, it is beginning with Bread that the 1,950 Lira journey progresses to traditional Mantı Dumplings followed by slow-cooked Beets with Cherries, Nuts and Cheese.

Committed to seasonality with Eggplant, aged Port and Figs course four places housemade Lamb Sausage next to a dollop of smoky Yogurt balanced by Grapes and Molasses with just a hint of acid.

Almost Italian with Fennel and Citrus Salad, a pair of Prawns to follow finding themselves amplified by Carrots and complex aromatics, Lamb Neck finishes savories with tender flesh plus crispy bits juxtaposing Mushrooms and Spinach kissed by Tamarind.

Served complimentary Tea with Dessert, both portions and quality outpacing Michelin-starred neolocal or Mikla, Yeni Lokanta’s Desserts include golden Phyllo with Pistachios plus Coconut Ice Cream and masterful Rice Pudding lent complexity by Raspberries, Nuts and Pismaniye.

www.yenilokanta.com

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March 18, 2023
11:15 AM
by: Uhockey

Sadrazam Turkish Delight & Cafe, Istanbul TR

Sadrazam Turkish Delight

Turkish Delight

Although it is reasonable to assume none of the Lokum or Baklava is made on-site the team in charge of Sadrazam has Turkish hospitality down to a science, inviting passers-by in for a taste that will see many eventually seated on a carpeted terrace with everything from Ottoman Coffee to Dondurma plus some Candies vacuum sealed to take home.

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March 18, 2023
8:30 AM
by: Uhockey

Sirinfirin Bakery, Istanbul TR

Sirinfirin Bakery

Menemen, Bread

Fıstıklı Baklava

Chocolate and Pistachio Cinnamon Roll

Situated not far from Galata Tower is Sirin firin Bakery, a space perhaps best known for an international melange of sweets but one that also serves excellent Menemen plus Tea, Borek and several Turkish staples.

Small and hidden on a one-way street, limited inside seating and a covered part of the sidewalk greeting guests daily, it is with flare for the #gram that a youthful staff serves designer Croissants plus Basque Cheesecake, though if one asks for a recommendation the oversized Baklava slice and buttery spiral with Nuts and Chocolate are pretty tough to beat.

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March 18, 2023
7:45 AM
by: Uhockey

Viyana Kahvesi Kuledibi, Istanbul TR

Viyana Kahvesi

Coffee

Lotus Cookie

Lotus Croissant with Strawberry

Paris Brest

Creamy Damascus

With eleven locations in Istanbul Viyana Kahvesi seeks to embellish on Vienna Coffee culture, the Beans originally imported by Turkey of better quality than other local shops while Pastries trend westward to Austria, France and Belgium.

Spread over two stories at the Kuledibi location, an online menu available in English helpful to foreigners, fans of Biscoff will find the Cookie well-represented from Pudding to Puree with both the infused-Cookie and laminated Pastry benefiting from its inclusion.

Working with various techniques, Pate a Choux holding up well to Hazelnut Cream and Salted Caramel in between layers of a Paris Brest, “Creamy Damascus” comes recommended as something of a signature featuring lightly-sweetened Crackers and Pistachios in two forms beneath a pour of Dark Chocolate.

www.viyanakahvesi.com

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March 17, 2023
6:50 PM
by: Uhockey

Mikla Restaurant, Istanbul TR

Mikla Restaurant

Mavi Kelebek – Uzum Kizi, Peach Puree, Lemon, Lavender, Blue Butterfly Tea

Flax Bread, Black Pepper, Black Radish, Hummus / Lavash, Dried Goose, Goose Fat

Fish Crisp, Lemon Yogurt, Chives

Smoked Bonito, Dill, Bread

Sheep’s Milk Butter, Cow’s Milk Butter, Anatolian Olive Oil, Whole Wheat Sourdough

Zeyrinyagli – Sakiz Artichoke, Olive Oil, Sorrel, Vegetable Puree

Dried Beef – Beef Sirloin, Sevketi Bostan, Pickled Artichoke Stem, Radish, Isot Chili, Chestnut, Lime Vinegar

Soup – Red Lentils, Red Pepper, Tomatoes, Yogurt

Octopus – Sarose Octopus, Kohlrabi, Turmeric

Sea Bass – Karnikirmizi Bean, Calamari, Mussel, Capers, Halhali Olives, Fig Vinegar

Braised Lamb – Walnut Paste, Wild Cabbage, Sumac, Salted Yogurt, Cumin

Pumpkin – Saffron Yogurt Ice Cream, Sesame Paste, Walnut & Apple Molasses, Hemp Seeds

A Michelin Star recipient, with a privileged view atop The Marmara Pera Hotel, Mikla Restaurant features Chef Mehmet Gürs’ “New Anatolian Cuisine” in a room designed to attract tourists and Turkish elite.

Offered a la carte, or as a 3,400 Lira Tasting Menu for six courses plus Canapes and Bread, it is after exiting the elevator that guests are seated at linen-topped tables with Cocktails or Wine soon in hand.

Focused on Turkey’s natural diversity, but also employing an eye towards innovation, Gürs current menu begins with Balık Ekmek offered as a two-bit Cracker before transitioning to savory Lavash with Goose and smoky Bonito with a quenelle of Dill.

Fairly standard in its progression, the first proper course a petite Vegetable medly centering on Artichoke, Gürs Beef Carpaccio sees the Vegetable’s Stem pickled as an accouterment alongside Chestnuts and Chilis.

Next cleansing the palate with Mercimek Corbası, the coil of Octopus to follow tender but a little overworked, Sea Bass represents the only sizable piece of Protein on Mikla’s menu but largely gets lost in the wake of Olives, Capers and Vinegar.

Unsurprisingly closing with Lamb, well prepared with bold aromatics, Dessert arrived after twenty-five minutes and found just two spoonfuls of Pumpkin Cream juxtaposing Saffron and Sesame.

www.miklarestaurant.com

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March 17, 2023
12:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Çiya Kebab, Istanbul TR

Çiya Kebab

Mercimek Corbası – Red Lentil Soup, Garlic, Tomato, Olive Oil, Onion, Mint, Red Pepper, Bazlama Bread

Icli Kofte – Bulgur Wheat, Lamb, Beef, Walnut, Onion, Pepper

Lahmacun – Pita, Tomato, Parsley, Pepper, Garlic

Spicy Lamb Kebab – Onions, Sumac, Parsley, Tomato, Corbaci Pepper, Bazlama

Ciya Kebab – Kaymak, Parsley, Tomato, Corbaci Pepper

Babaganoush – Lamb, Beef, Roasted Aubergine, Pepper, Tomato, Garlic, Durum Wheat Lavaş

Çiya Sofrası and Kebab occupy opposite sides of a busy street in Kadıköy where Chef and owner Musa Dağdeviren has created a destination for not only grilled Meats and Mezze but also a lively atmosphere.

Part of Istanbul’s Anatolian coast, the Kebab Restaurant later giving way to Çiya Sofrası and its fame, guests here are situated across three floors where the menu offers a well-culled list of items prepared traditionally including complex Mercimek Corbası and golden Dumplings generously stuffed with ground Meat.

A growing business with three locations, all a few meters apart, Ciya’s Lahmacun arrives beautifully crisp with Toppings well-balanced while Spicy Lamb Kebab doesn’t hold back in its liberal application of Peppers.

Part of the dining scene since 1998, five men in an open kitchen working fast on the ground floor, Babaganoush is served more chunky than those elsewhere and whether one choose this or the signature Ciya Kebab wrapped in Pastry the results are impressive across-the-board.

www.ciya.com.tr

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