Endo Edibles

July 10, 2021
12:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Beer Park [5,] Las Vegas NV

Beer Park

Hibiscus Iced Tea

Deviled Eggs – Crispy Bacon, Mayo, Relish, Mustard, Chives

Surf n’ Turf Skewers – Steak, Shrimp, Peppers, Tomatoes, Onions, Crinkle Cut Fries

Soft “Twist” Pretzel – Beer Cheese Fondue

Smoked Street Corn – Cotija Cheese, Mayo, Tajin

Buffalo Shrimp Lettuce Wraps – Carrots, Jalapeno Peppers, Blue Cheese Slaw

Asian Chicken Salad – Sesame Seeds, Soy, Kale, Cabbage, Onion, Carrot, Peanuts, Wonton Crisp

Shrimp ‘n Grits – Cajun Grilled Shrimp, Green Chile Cheese Grits, Peppers, Onions, Carolina Sauce

BBQ Pork Ribs – Crinkle Cut Fries, Stella Cidre Pickles

Brisket Grilled Cheese – Muenster Cheese, Pepperjack Cheese, BBQ Brisket, Mayo, Sourdough, Stella Cidre Pickles

Onion Rings – Ketchup

The Joy Pop Co. – Pineapple Chili Lime, Hibiscus Mint, Strawberry Lemonade, Watermelon

From the day Beer Park opened at Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino its biggest flaw was Sin City itself, summer temperatures surpassing 110ᵒF frankly uncomfortable even with misting fans, though such things became a moot point thanks to the addition of an indoor dining area occupying what was previously part of Chateau Nightclub in Summer 2019.

Knee-capped by COVID-19, like the rest of the world’s Restaurants but more so thanks to the loss of Pitmaster Eddie Manukyan, a return to full-capacity finds Beer Park again bustling under the direction of Chef Carol Garcia, though the menu remains as-yet a shadow of its former self.

Family friendly from the beginning, a novelty amongst Las Vegas Sports Bars where on-site gambling frequently necessitates “21+ Older” signs, it was after checking in with hostesses that four guests were seated at a spacious table, bubble hockey and arcade basketball hoops on either side.

Gone being the days of Brunch or Mac & Cheese Egg Rolls, though familiar items such as Deviled Eggs and Las Vegas’ best Soft Pretzel remain, additional Appetizers consisted of a sizable Asian Chicken Salad plus three specials, Buffalo Shrimp lighting the mouth ablaze before a combination of crisp Lettuce and Blue Cheese extinguish the flames.

Sparing no expense for comfortable seats and a large bank of televisions tuned to sports, Anheuser-Busch dollars well spent, lunch continued with Chef Garcia’s spin on Elotes alongside Surf n’ Turf Skewers, the former more complex than most thanks to its diversity of Peppers while Grilled Meats and Veggies were perfectly cooked.

Brimming with Beer choices, but not lacking in terms of Cocktails including easy sippers, Entrees included Ribs more fatty than many plus gooey Grilled Cheese upgraded by Brisket, though the real stand-out was plump Shrimp in a pool of creamy Grits teaming with Cheese and Hatch Chiles.

Opting for Onion Rings as an included Side Dish, thin cuts and light batter a welcomed change from those offered at the typical Las Vegas Sandwich spot, Dessert unfortunately overlooks both Chef Carol and Miranda Prince’s Pastry skills in favor of locally made Popsicles that are enjoyable, but a tough value proposition at $5 plus tax and tip.

FOUR STARS: Still the best family-friendly place in town to watch sports, Beer Park’s current menu lacks much of its former creativity, though with Chef Carol’s specials and lots of indoor or outdoor seats there are still plenty of choices to please a variety of diners.

RECOMMENDED: Surf n’ Turf Skewers, Soft “Twist” Pretzel, Smoked Street Corn, Buffalo Shrimp Lettuce Wraps, Srimp ‘n Grits, Onion Rings.

AVOID: Crinkle Cut Fries…never a fan…and still not.

TIP: Open 11am to “close” daily.

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

www.beerpark.com

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July 7, 2021
11:30 AM
by: Uhockey

Bronze Café Summerlin Catering [11,] Las Vegas NV

Bronze Café

Peppercorn Crusted Steak with Crab Butter

Classic Shrimp Cocktail with Horseradish Ketchup

Brown Butter Asparagus

Creamed Spinach

Garlic Potatoes Dauphinoise

Homemade Bread with Herb Butter

The Pandan Cinnamon Roll

The Chocolate Chip Cookie

The Chai Spice Cookie

The Loving v Virginia

The Pumpkin Spice Cookie

The Banana Flax Cake

The Strawberry Cookie

The Carrot Cake

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 Wednesday, the owners of Bronze Café this time offering to prepare a traditional Steakhouse 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 classic cooking that Lunch consisted of several bowls and trays, 10oz Steaks making fast fans thanks to a generous Peppercorn Crust while Creamed Spinach, Asparagus and sliced Potatoes bathed in Garlic Butter all shined despite their simplicity.

Complete with Steak Knives, and individual Shrimp Cocktails served cold while everything else was piping hot, it is hard to overstate the commitment demonstrated by hand-making two types of Butter for a single office, yet there it was in the form of a Shellfish-infused version for the Steak and fragrant Herbs ready to be slathered atop oven-fresh Bread.

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 Strawberry and Pumpkin Spice rounds marked their return with a soft and “buttery” crumb despite the lack of Butter, Milk or Eggs.

Rounding out the afternoon with another scoop of Potatoes, plus a slice or two of Bread, it was from a small container that Bronze Café’s newest creation was savored, the addition of Pandan a brilliant way to add sweetness and subtle Coconut flavor to a Cinnamon Roll that was already moist and delicious.

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 Wednesday 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: Peppercorn Crusted Steak with Crab Butter, Garlic Potatoes Dauphinoise, Homemade Bread with Herb Butter, The Pandan Cinnamon Roll, The Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle, The Carrot Cake, The Loving v. Virginia, The Strawberry Cookie.

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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July 4, 2021
12:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Carson Kitchen [24,] Las Vegas NV

Carson Kitchen

Iced Tea

Fat Elvis – Bacon Lardon, Banana, Toffee, Peanut Butter Toast

Shrimp & Grits – Spicy Sausage Gravy, Crispy Grits

Garbage Hash – Short Rib, Pork Belly, Red Wine Demi, Sunny Egg

Spam Benedict – Cornbread, Poached Egg, Sauce Charon

Breakfast Tacos – Spicy Sausage, Egg, Cucumber Pico de Gallo

Chicken & Waffle – Spiced Mornay, Mac & Cheese Waffle

Beet Tartare Toast – Pistachio, Mandarin, Goat Cheese, Honey

Tempura Green Beans – Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese

Crispy Chicken Skins – Smoked Honey

Hawaiian Mac – Spam, Furikake, Pineapple Vin, Pickled Carrots

Mu Shu Mushroom Flatbread – Hoisin, Sesame, Soft Egg

Bacon Jam – Havarti, Toasted Baguette

Butter Burger – Boursin, Cheddar, Spicy Tots, Ketchup

Black Rice & Oxtail Risotto – Parmesan Cream, Gremolata

Pork Tenderloin – Cherry Apricot Maple Chutney

Banoffee “Pie” – Bailey’s Whipped Cream, Chocolate Digestive

Bourbon Fudge Brownie – Brown Butter Bacon Ice Cream

Donut French Toast – Three Rum Caramel, Vanilla Crème Anglaise

Glazed Donut Bread Pudding – Three Rum Caramel, Vanilla Crème Anglaise

Continually pushing forward, locations in Salt Lake City and outside Atlanta opened amidst a global pandemic, Carson Kitchen Las Vegas launched Sunday Brunch on the final weekend of September 2020 and recently added a few tweaks to compliment an already-stunning Spring/Summer menu.

Still DTLV’s best Restaurant since its inception, a team of talented servers providing faultless service with the utmost attention to guest safety, it was with General Manager Ethan Asch leading the way that an Independence Day celebration got started with “Fat Elvis,” the King’s favorite Sandwich served like Carson Kitchen’s delectable Beet Tartare Toast but upgraded further by Toffee Sauce.

Filled to capacity by noon, waves of Food and Beverage arriving as share plates were refreshed frequently, additional new plates from Chefs Harwell and Simon include spicy Breakfast Tacos plus “Garbage Hash” built from Short Rib and Pork Belly dressed-up in fine-dining quality Demi-glace.

Never passing on Crispy Chicken Skins or Bacon Jam, each as delicious today as they have been twenty-times prior, bonus Breakfast plates include “Chicken & Waffle” featuring Carson Kitchen’s “Secret Sunday” Bird atop Waffles incorporating “shhhh, it’s a secret” Mac ‘n Cheese, plus a reformatted Spam Benny with Cornbread and Shrimp and Grits that take the Southern classic to new heights via Mint, Fish Sauce and Chiles.

Continuing with Salad, “Hawaiian Mac” brightening its namesake with Pineapple alongside slices of Spam grilled to resemble Flatbread, diners in the know will make certain not to pass Tempura Green Beans and Pepper Jelly Cream Cheese or Black Rice & Oxtail Risotto that never get old.

Next veering fusion with American-Chinese Mu Shu Mushroom Flatbread including Tamago, before snapping back to America via the retooled Butter Burger and Steakhouse quality Pork Tenderloin, Dessert comprised two day-one icons and one glorious homecoming, the Brownie and Bread Pudding each previously discussed at length while Banoffee “Pie” is even better…though the all-new deep fried French Toast Sticks from Brunch are also quite formidable.

FIVE STARS: Innovative since opening, Carson Kitchen’s excellence has seemingly become so expected that locals are prone to overlook it, but with the current menu arguably their best to-date Cory Harwell, Scott Simon and Ethan Asch continue to run Downtown Las Vegas’ most important Restaurant.

RECOMMENDED: Crispy Chicken Skins, Spam Benedict, Shrimp & Grits, Chicken & Waffle, Donut French Toast, Tempura Green Beans, Beet Tartare Toast, Hawaiian Mac, Mu Shu Mushroom Flatbread, Butter Burger, Pork Tenderloin, Bourbon Fudge Brownie, Banoffee “Pie”.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Brunch is offered 11:00am until 4:00pm on Sundays, in addition to the daily dine-in and take-away menu.

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

www.carsonkitchen.com/las/index.html

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July 3, 2021
8:35 AM
by: Uhockey

Pinkbox Doughnuts (West Tropicana Avenue) [5,] Las Vegas NV

Pinkbox Doughnuts

Pee-Weez

Ol’ Fashioned

Maple Bar

Pink Rainbow Ring

Maple Ol’ Fashioned

Dark & Simple

Feelin’ Toasty

Still humming along nicely, the rushed conversion from ACE Donuts to Pinkbox Doughnuts’ third location filling a niche in the Southwest pre-pandemic, it was Saturday morning that the space at Fort Apache and Tropicana was found gleaming, clever signage and a giant pink Pooh demanding selfies joining more than fifty styles of fried Dough lining shelves.

More and more social-media savvy over the years, with upward crawling prices and a collection that expands regularly via specials, this visit entailed two boxes of “OG Classics” plus a carton of Doughnut Holes called “Pee-Weez.”

Using a clever naming scheme to re-brand many of Roberto Armanino’s classics, the Old Fashioned Cogwheels still Las Vegas’ best, additional choices included raised Bars and Rings, their flavors mostly as expected but now more pricey than other spots making equal or better such as Real Donuts, The Original Doughnut Bar or Friendly Donut House.

FOUR STARS: A fan of the staff and fried Dough at Pinkbox for nearly nine years there remains no place better for Ol’ Fashioned and artisan choices, but as prices have inched upwards the value for more basic forms of Bars or Raised Donuts has diminished.

RECOMMENDED: Ol’ Fashioned.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Open 24/7, 10% off six and 20% discount on a dozen.

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

www.pinkboxdoughnuts.com

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July 2, 2021
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Danny’s Birthday 2021, Las Vegas NV

Birthday

ShangHai Taste House Fried Rice with Beef

ShangHai Taste House Fried Fat Noodles with Chicken

ShangHai Taste Beef Noodle Soup

ShangHai Taste Cold Sliced Ox Tongue with Sichuan Sauce

ShangHai Taste Kao Fu

ShangHai Taste Xiao Long Bao

Oreo Cake

Baskin-Robbins Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Cake

Nothing Bundt Cakes Red Velvet Cake

Posted in Baskin-Robbins, Catering, Dessert, Food, Ice Cream, Las Vegas, Nevada, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Pork, Shanghai Plaza, ShangHai Taste, ShangHai Taste Catering Tagged #supportlocal, Baskin-Robbins, Baskin-Robbins Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Cake, Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream, Bean, Bean Sprout, Bean Sprouts, Beans, Beef, Beef Noodle Soup, Beef Tongue, Cake, Cakes, Catering, Cheese, Chicken, Chickens, Chocolate, Chocolate Cookie, Chocolate Cookies, Cloud Ear Mushroom, Cloud Ear Mushrooms, Cloud Mushroom, Cloud Mushrooms, Cold Sliced Ox Tongue, Cold Sliced Ox Tongue with Sichuan Sauce, Cookie, Cookies, Cookies & Cream, Cookies & Cream Ice Cream, Cookies and Cream, Cookies and Cream Ice Cream, Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Cake, Cow, Cow Tongue, Cows, Cream, Cream Cheese, Cream Cheese Frosting, Cream Cheese Icing, Dumpling, Dumplings, Egg, Eggs, endoedibles, Fat Noodle, Fat Noodles, Flower, Flowers, Food, Foodie, Fried Fat Noodle, Fried Fat Noodles, Fried Rice, Frosting, Ginger, Gluten, House Fried Fat Noodle, House Fried Fat Noodles, House Fried Fat Noodles with Chicken, House Fried Rice, House Fried Rice with Beef, Housemade Scallion Oil, Ice Cream, Ice Cream Cake, Icing, Jimmy Li, Joe Muscaglione, Kao Fu, Las Vegas, Lillies, Lily Flower, LV, Michael Uzmann, Nevada, Noodle, Noodles, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Nothing Bundt Cakes Red Velvet Cake, NV, Oil, Onion, Onions, Oreo, Oreo Cake, Oreo Cookie, Oreo Cookie Cake, Oreo Cookies, Oreos, Ox, Ox Tongue, Pasta, Pepper, Peppers, Pig, Pork, Pork Xiao Long Bao, Red Velvet, Red Velvet Cake, Rice, Sauce, Scallion, Scallion Oil, Scallions, Sesame, ShangHai Plaza, Shanghai Soy Sauce, ShangHai Taste, ShangHai Taste Catering, Shanghai Xiao Long Bao, Sichuan Sauce, Sin City, Sliced Ox Tongue, Soup, Soup Dumpling, Soup Dumplings, Soy, Soy Sauce, Spring Mountain, Sprout, sprouts, Steamed Gluten, Steamed Wheat Gluten, Sugar, Tongue, Vegan, Vegas, Wheat, Wheat Gluten, Xiao Long Bao, Xiao Long Bao with Pork and Soup, XLB, XLB Dumpling, XLB Dumplings, XLB Soup Dumpling, XLB Soup Dumplings

June 30, 2021
11:25 AM
by: Uhockey

ShangHai Taste Catering [9,] Las Vegas NV

Shanghai Taste

House Fried Rice with Chinese Sausage

Shanghai Fried Rice Cake with Shrimp

House Fried Fat Noodles with Beef

Kao Fu

Scallion Pancakes

Xiao Long Bao

Old Fashion Shanghai Style Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs

Sheng Jian

Beef 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 11:30am-sharp with ten 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 sixth 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, XLB, House Fried Fat Noodles, Old Fashion Shanghai Style Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs, Scallion Pancakes, 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 30, 2021
7:15 AM
by: Uhockey

Purple Potato Sweets [3,] Las Vegas NV

Purple Potato Sweets

Ube Pastillas Crinkle

Chocolate Pastillas Crinkle

Matcha Pastillas Crinkle

Ube Mango Jam & Mochi Hand Pie

Chocolate Chip Walnut Ube Fudge Monster Cookie

Matcha Chocolate Chip Almond Monster Cookie

Ube Monster Cookie with White Chocolate Chips and Cashews

Nutella Monster Cookie with Chocolate Chips

Double Chocolate Yema Monster Cookie with Filipino Sweet Custard Filling

Oatmeal Mango Cranberry Monster Cookie

Named after a popular crop in the Philippines, and a favorite nutritious snack of Chef Ramir Bolanos DeCastro, Purple Potato unfortunately shut its doors in the middle of 2019, the closure after just 21 months largely a result of location rather than Food as the healthy Bowls and quick-casual Sandwiches were almost universally well-received.

Now two years older and wiser, COVID-19 having entirely reshaped an Off-Strip dining scene that Chef Ramir helped to initiate with Yonaka in early 2013, Purple Potato marches on as an online shop featuring the Restaurant’s signature “Monster Cookies” alongside other Ube-based treats and Filipino Pastries.

Well-priced and delivered free to Las Vegas as well as Henderson, this day’s order acting as Breakfast for an office of twenty-five, it was prior to 7:15am that Ramir arrived porting several boxes, his all-new Ube Mango Jam & Mochi Hand Pie equally photogenic as delicious with tremendous textural interplay from flaky outsides to gooey interior.

Never actually gone from the local food scene, the rebranding of Yonaka and Purple Potato followed by a consulting gig at McCarran and now Robata En, Chef DeCastro’s current lineup continues with two new Crinkle Cookies topped with Candy, Match more subtle than usual and Chocolate reminiscent of Tootsie Rolls – in a good way.

Onward to an old favorite, six Monster Cookies weighing in at 10 ounces each, Chocolate Chip Walnut Ube Fudge is still remarkable thanks to its heterogeneous texture while Oatmeal Mango Cranberry Monster Cookie fares equally well, though for those seeking something more #instagramworthy the brilliant purple Ube with White Chocolate and Cashews and Double Chocolate with Filipino Sweet Custard Filling are equally delicious and more unique.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone it is great to have Purple Potato back in any format, and although Sushi, Bowls and Wraps are currently not offered Chef Ramir Bolanos DeCastro’s Desserts are better than ever with no lack of creativity and bargain pricing, plus free delivery.

RECOMMENDED: Ube Mango Jam & Mochi Hand Pie, Ube Monster Cookie, Chocolate Pastillas Crinkle, Chocolate Chip Walnut Ube Fudge Monster Cookie, Oatmeal Mango Cranberry Monster Cookie, Double Chocolate Yema Monster Cookie.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: COVID-19 precautions are followed with touch-free delivery available for free (within 25 mile radius) on all orders over $30. Delivery days are Fridays or by special request with pickup at Robata En Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun. contact@purplepotatolv.com for more information.

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

www.purplepotatolv.com

Posted in Breakfast, Catering, Dessert, Food, Henderson, Las Vegas, Nevada, Purple Potato, Purple Potato by Chef Ramir, Purple Potato by Yonaka, Purple Potato Sweets Tagged #supportlocal, Almond, Almonds, Bread, Butter, Cake, Cakes, Caramel, Cashew, Cashews, Catering, Chef Ramir, Chip, Chips, Chocolate, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Walnut Ube Fudge Monster Cookie, Chocolate Chip Walnut Ube Fudge Monster Cookies, Chocolate Chips, Chocolate Hazelnut Spread, Chocolate Pastilla, Chocolate Pastillas, Chocolate Pastillas Crinkle, Chocolate Pastillas Crinkle Cookie, Chocolate Pastillas Crinkle Cookies, Chocolate Pastillas Crinkles, Chocolate-Hazelnut, Cinnamon, Confectioner's Sugar, Cookie, Cookies, Craisin, Craisins, Cranberries, Cranberry, Cream, Crinkle Cookie, Crinkle Cookies, Crust, Crusts, Custard, Custard Filling, Dark Chocolate, Dessert, Desserts, Double Chocolate Yema Monster Cookie, Double Chocolate Yema Monster Cookie with Filipino Sweet Custard Filling, Double Chocolate Yema Monster Cookies, Double Chocolate Yema Monster Cookies with Filipino Sweet Custard Filling, Dried Cranberries, Dried Cranberry, Dulce de Leche, endoedibles, Filipino Custard, Filipino Sweet Custard, Filipino Sweet Custard Filling, Filling, Flan, Food, Foodie, Fudge, Green Tea, hand pie, Hazelnut, Hazelnuts, Henderson, Jam, Jelly, Las Vegas, Leche, Leche Filling, Leche Flan, Leche Flan Filling, LV, Mango, Mango Jam, Mango Jelly, Mangoes, Mangos, Matcha, Matcha Chocolate Chip Almond Monster Cookie, Matcha Chocolate Chip Almond Monster Cookies, Matcha Pastilla, Matcha Pastillas, Matcha Pastillas Crinkle, Matcha Pastillas Crinkle Cookie, Matcha Pastillas Crinkle Cookies, Matcha Pastillas Crinkles, Michael Uzmann, Mochi, Monster Cookie, Monster Cookies, Nevada, Nut, Nutella Monster Cookie, Nutella Monster Cookie with Chocolate Chips, Nutella Monster Cookies, Nuts, NV, Oat, Oatmeal, Oatmeal Mango Cranberry Monster Cookie, Oatmeal Mango Cranberry Monster Cookies, Oats, Pastilla, Pastillas, Pastries, Pastry, Pie, Pies, Potato, Potatoes, Powdered Sugar, Purple Potato, Purple Potato by Chef Ramir, Purple Potato by Yonaka, Purple Potato Catering, Purple Potato Sweets, Purple Potatoes, Ramir Bolanos DeCastro, Ramir DeCastro, Sin City, Streusel, Sugar, Sweet Custard, Tea, Ube, Ube Filling, Ube Fudge, Ube Mango Jam & Mochi Hand Pie, Ube Monster Cookie, Ube Monster Cookie with White Chocolate Chips and Cashews, Ube Monster Cookies, Ube Pastilla, Ube Pastillas, Ube Pastillas Crinkle, Ube Pastillas Crinkle Cookie, Ube Pastillas Crinkle Cookies, Ube Pastillas Crinkles, Vanilla, Vegas, Walnut, Walnuts, White Chocolate, White Chocolate Chip, White Chocolate Chips, Yema

June 28, 2021
11:25 AM
by: Uhockey

Graffiti Bao Catering [16,] Las Vegas NV

Graffiti Bao

White Rice

Braised Short Ribs – Chili Jam, Mint, Lime, Folded Bao Buns on the side

Sweet Sesame Beef – Chinese Broccoli, Honey, Sesame Seeds

Crispy Chili Garlic Noodles – Super Green Noodles, Crispy Garlic, Soy Sum, Chili Oil, Chicken

Prawn and Pork Spring Rolls – Plum Sauce

Kung Pao Chicken Bao Buns – Natural Chicken, Bell Pepper, Chili Sauce

BBQ Pork Bao Buns – Sweet Soy, Chilis, Shiitake Mushrooms

Royale with Cheese Bao Buns – Angus Beef, Cheese, Pickles, Onions, Special Sauce

Crispy Wings – Secret Seven Chili Rub

Chicken Egg Fried Rice – Roasted Chicken, Toasted Chili Sauce, Crispy Chicken Skin

Vietnamese Crab Fried Rice – Lump Crab, Thai Basil, Mint, Lime, Fish Sauce

Scallion Pancakes – Special Soy, Scallion Dressing

Mandarin Orange Duck – Red Onion, Bell Pepper, Orange Zest

Nutella Bao Buns

Started as a counter-service concept inside T-Mobile Arena, Graffiti Bao has been making itself known to Southwest Las Vegas since September 2019, the opportunity to cater Marc Marrone’s Food in February 2020 going over so well with staff that delivery from 7355 South Buffalo Drive has been requested sixteen times since.

Previously discussing Chef Marrone’s background here, time with Tao Group unequivocally involved in Asian Cuisine capable of satisfying both discerning diners and folks that typically gravitate to Panda Express, it was on-time Monday that Graffiti Bao’s Chef de Cuisine arrived with everything necessary, professionalism and safety never in question.

Opting for old favorites from a menu that offers far more diversity than its brevity suggests, Crab Rice was predictably the first stop for many, and although the funky Fish Sauce and restrained heat were once again highly praised Graffiti Bao’s Roasted Chicken version has also developed a fan-base thanks to toasted Chiles and bits of crispy Skin.\

Onward to Orange Duck, as well as Sweet Sesame Beef, the quality of Graffiti Bao’s sourcing shows well from Protein to Produce, four styles of the Restaurant’s eponymous Buns satisfying diners on this day with the BBQ Pork a favorite for many but the Pulp Fiction referencing Royale with Cheese also pretty tough not to love.

Neglecting White Rice to save stomach capacity for better things, at least three whole Scallion Pancakes devoured over the course of an hour, Crispy Chili Garlic Noodles won out over Basil Chow Fun or Lo Mein this time while Marrone’s Braised Short Ribs with folded Bao saw two trays emptied in the course of an hour.

Rounding out the allotment with Crispy Wings and Spring Rolls, the latter often overlooked but amongst the best of their kind thanks to an oilless exterior housing plenty of meat and flavor, it was with plenty of Leftovers packed that staff was sated and already looking forward to the next time Graffiti Bao is ordered.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, Graffiti Bao sets a very high standard in terms of customer service, while every Item across thirteen orders has been nicely presented, displaying “Fusion” without being compromised and appealing to a broad range of diners.

RECOMMENDED: Scallion Pancakes, Royale with Cheese Bao Buns, BBQ Pork Bao Buns, Chicken Egg Fried Rice, Braised Short Ribs, Mandarin Orange Duck, Prawn and Pork Spring Rolls.

AVOID: N/A.

TIP: Southwest location is open Monday through Sunday from 11:00am to 8:00pm. Follow @GraffitiBao for specials including those at the re-opened original in T-Mobile Arena and up in Utah.

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

www.graffitibao.com

Posted in Catering, Crab, Dessert, Food, Graffiti Bao, Graffiti Bao Catering, Graffiti Bao Southwest, Las Vegas, Nevada, pancake, Pancakes, Pork Tagged Angus Beef, Barbecue, Barbecue Pork, Barbeque, Barbeque Pork, Basil, BBQ, BBQ Pork, BBQ Pork Bao, BBQ Pork Bao Bun, BBQ Pork Bao Buns, BBQ Pork Bun, BBQ Pork Buns, Bean, Beans, Beef, Beef Short Rib, Beef Short Ribs, Bell Pepper, Bell Peppers, Braised Short Rib, Braised Short Ribs, Bread, Broccoli, Bun, Buns, Burger, Burgers, Carrot, Carrots, Catering, Celery, Cheddar, Cheddar Cheese, Cheese, Cheeseburger, Cheeseburgers, Chicken, Chicken Egg Fried Rice, Chicken Fried Rice, Chicken Skins, Chicken Wing, Chicken Wings, Chickens, Chili, Chili Jam, Chili Oil, Chili Pepper, Chili Peppers, Chili Rub, Chili Sauce, Chilis, Chinese Broccoli, Chocolate, Chocolate Hazelnut Spread, Chocolate-Hazelnut, Cookies, Cow, Cows, Crab, Crab Fried Rice, Crabs, Cream, Crispy Chicken Skin, Crispy Chicken Skins, Crispy Chili Garlic Noodle, Crispy Chili Garlic Noodles, Crispy Garlic, Crispy Wing, Crispy Wings, Dark Chocolate, Dessert, Desserts, Dressing, Duck, Egg, Egg Fried Rice, Eggs, endoedibles, Fish Sauce, Folded Bao Bun, Folded Bao Buns, Food, Foodie, Fortune Cookie, Fortune Cookies, Fried Rice, Garlic, Garlic Chili Sauce, Graffiti Bao, Graffiti Bao Catering, Graffiti Bao Southwest, Hamburger, Hamburgers, Hazelnut, Hazelnuts, Honey, Jam, Kung Pao Chicken, Kung Pao Chicken Bao Bun, Kung Pao Chicken Bao Buns, Las Vegas, Lime, Limes, Lump Crab, LV, Mandarin, Mandarin Orange, Mandarin Orange Chicken, Mandarin Orange Duck, Mandarin Oranges, Mandarins, Marc Marrone, Michael Uzmann, Mint, Mints, Mushroom, Mushrooms, Natural Chicken, Nevada, Noodle, Noodles, NV, Oil, Onion, Onions, Orange, Orange Duck, Orange Peel, Orange Zest, Oranges, Pancake, Pancakes, Pastries, Pastry, Peel, Peels, Pepper, Peppers, Pickle, Pickles, Plum, Plum Sauce, Plums, Pork, Prawn, Prawn and Pork Spring Roll, Prawn and Pork Spring Rolls, Prawns, Red Onion, Red Onions, Red Pepper, Red Peppers, Rib, Ribs, Rice, Roast Chicken, Roast Pork, Roasted Chicken, Roasted Pork, Royale with Cheese, Royale with Cheese Bao, Royale with Cheese Bao Bun, Royale with Cheese Bao Buns, Royale with Cheese Bun, Royale with Cheese Buns, Rub, Sauce, Scallion, Scallion Dressing, Scallion Pancake, Scallion Pancakes, Scallions, Secret Seven Chili Rub, Seed, Seeds, Sesame, Sesame Seed, Sesame Seeds, Seven Chili Rub, Shiitake, Shiitake Mushroom, Shiitake Mushrooms, Shiitakes, Short Rib, Short Ribs, Sin City, Skin, Skins, Soy, Soy Sauce, Soy Sum, Special Sauce, Special Soy, Special Soy Sauce, Spread, Spring Roll, Spring Rolls, Sugar, Super Green Noodle, Super Green Noodles, Sweet Sesame, Sweet Sesame Beef, Sweet Soy, Sweet Soy Sauce, Thai Basil, Toasted Chili, Toasted Chili Pepper, Toasted Chili Peppers, Toasted Chili Sauce, Toasted Chilis, Todd Lunger, Vegas, Vegetable, Vietnamese Crab Fried Rice, White Rice, Wing, Wings, Zest

June 24, 2021
6:05 PM
by: Uhockey

Jean Georges Steakhouse [16,] Las Vegas NV

Jean Georges Steakhouse

Brioche Rolls, Herb Butter

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, Avocado, Papaya Mustard

Japanese Wagyu Carpaccio, Black Truffle Fritter, Lime Salt

Char Grilled Octopus, Avocado, Jalapeno, Lime Emulsion

Crispy Sushi Sampler – Salmon, Tuna, Hamachi, Crispy Rice, Chipotle Mayonnaise

Foie Gras, White Peach & Nectarine Compote, Honey, Cardamom, Chipotle, Microplaned Amaretto Candied Almonds

Spinach Salad, Harry’s Strawberries, Strawberry-Shallot Ice Wine Vinaigrette, Elderflower, Blue Cheese, Bacon, Crushed Hazelnuts

Caesar Salad, Parmesan, Lemon, Chill

Tomato Salad, Hearts of Palm, Coconut, Avocado

Crunchy Organic Chicken, Spinach, Hot Sauce

Soy Glazed Short Rib, Apple, Rosemary

Chilean Sea Bass, Miso Yuzu Glaze, Maitake Mushroom

New York Strip, Ribeye Cap, F1 Wagyu Filet, Bone Marrow, Lemon Gremolata, Grilled Shishitos

Housemade Hot Sauce, Soy Miso Butter, Aerated Béarnaise, JG Steak Sauce

Truffle Mac n Cheese

Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Butter

Trumpet Mushrooms, Garlic, Jalapeno, Lemon

Grilled Asparagus, Lemon

White Corn, Chili, Lime, Chives, Manchego Cheese Foam

Spring Snap Peas, Black Pepper, Lime

Warm Valrhona Chocolate Cake, Vanilla Ice Cream

Market Citrus, Yuzu Cream, White Chocolate, Tropical Fruit

New York Cheesecake, Sour Cherry Sorbet

Last visited in February, at limited capacity with masks still abundant, it was alongside five others on Thursday night that Jean Georges Steakhouse once again found Chef Sean Griffin and his team executing at an unparalleled level with social distancing restrictions lifted.

Led by Chef Griffin since 2015, including a renovation that upgraded décor and delivery of pristine Proteins and Produce, guests entering Jean Georges Steakhouse are greeted first at a podium before being led to spot-lit tables, the mood upscale but never stuffy while prices track similar to other similar Restaurants that feature far less creative cuisine.

Decorated in gold, and buzzing with activity, it was at a long table in the Private Dining Room that carte blanche was deferred to the kitchen, Wine and Cocktails quickly followed by buttery Loaves of Brioche and familiar appetizers such as Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp, Wagyu Carpaccio and sliced Fish draped atop pan-seared Rice.

Expanding the menu with increased capacity, charred Cephalopod and seared Foie Gras with Stone Fruits each stunning, Salads served as a segue to grilled Meats, the iconic Hearts of Palm and Tomatoes praised by all for its brightness while a simple Caesar and vibrant Strawberry Salad also lightened the load before two full Bones of Marrow alongside Rib Cap, Strip and F1 Wagyu.

Omitting the Wagyu Brisket until things are back to “normal,” Short Rib and Sea Bass standing in nicely, no guest should leave Jean Georges without a taste of the city’s best Fried Chicken, and if in season also the Elotes-style Corn with Manchego Cheese Foam.

Refreshing the palate between bites with Mushrooms, Vegetables, Mac and Potatoes, the latter particularly indulgent, Dessert saw nothing but old favorites down the line, Chef Vongerichten’s Chocolate Cake served with tableside theatrics and followed by Cheesecake plus photo-friendly Citrus.

FIVE STARS: A recurring favorite for special occasions, and on any given night Las Vegas’ best Steakhouse, Jean Georges Steakhouse continues to shine as a result of Ingredient sourcing and Chef Griffin’s cooking with no signs of slowing in terms of quality or creativity.

RECOMMENDED: Japanese Wagyu Carpaccio, Tomato Salad, Foie Gras, 6oz F1 Wagyu Filet, Bone Marrow, Soy Glazed Short Rib, Crunchy Organic Chicken, White Corn, Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes.

AVOID: N/A…but Dessert without the Market Apple Pie feels wrong.

TIP: Online Menu is currently up-to-date.

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

www.aria.com/en/restaurants/jean-georges-steakhouse.html

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June 23, 2021
11:25 AM
by: Uhockey

Cubanidad 1885 Catering [7,] Las Vegas NV

Cubanidad 1885

Minced Ham and Bechamel Croquette

Chicken Croquette

Cod Fish Croquette

Arroz Con Pollo

Sweet Plantain Maduros

Fried Plantain Tostones

Sweet Potato Mash Puré de Boniato

Medianoche Sandwich – Smoked Ham, Roasted Pork, Swiss Cheese, Homemade Mustard Sauce, Sweet Egg Dough Bread

Ham and Cheese Empanada

Ropa Vieja and Plantain Empanada

Sweet Coconut Pastelito / Guava and Cheese Pastelito

Tres Leches Cake

Now inhabiting the block south of Spring Mountain Road on Fort Apache since just before Memorial Day 2019, it was based on the strength of a six prior catering gigs that #supportlocal lunch was ordered from Cubanidad 1885, e-mails answered in a timely manner by Mark Snyder making catering for twenty-five simple while the portions that arrived were bountiful.

Dubbed “the Ybor Original,” locations in Tampa Bay as well as Miami highly regarded for the Cuisine of Chef Dennis Martinez Miranda, it was by one of the Restaurant’s own staff that several trays were delivered at a cost of $25, opting to skip Uber Eats and DoorDash saving Cubanidad 1885 upwards of $100 in fees.

Packing everything in temperature-controlled containers, it was with everything unpacked that staff explored flavors novel yet familiar, several Hispanics quick to praise Empanadas packed with a variety of Filings such as Beef with Plantains or Minced Ham and Cheese.

A locally-owned import, Chef Miranda’s Cuban upbringing and professional training in Venezuela followed by Miami yielding products with big flavors as well as proper technique, it is great fortune for fans of Brandade, Baccala or even “Fish Sticks” that Cubanidad’s Coquettes match the quality of those seen throughout southern Florida, the fried Plantains equally oil-free with just a touch of Salt while Maduros are tender and sweet.

Opting for roast Chicken and aromatic Rice once more, and happy to tuck-into Pork or Chicken Croquettes, it was alongside these that one Cuban employee deemed Cubanidad 1885’s Medianoche “as good as back home,” the housemade Bread standing up nicely to Smoked Ham, Roasted Pork, Swiss Cheese and Mustard Sauce.

Not about to skip Dessert, plus Puré de Boniato nearly as sweet, Tres Leches remains delicious while Pastelitos in two flavors eat light, flakey and better than those at any local Panaderia thanks to Butter-laminated Pastry nearly bursting with sweetened Coconut or Guava Jam and Cream Cheese.

N/A: Making it blog policy to not ‘rate’ places based on catering alone, Cubanidad puts on a very impressive display in terms of customer service and preparedness while the product served far outperforms the modest price point.

RECOMMENDED: Cod Fish Croquette, Minced Ham and Bechamel Croquette, Tostones, Maduros, Ham and Cheese Empanada, Ropa Vieja and Plantain Empanada, Medianoche Sandwich, Tres Leches, Guava and Cheese Pastelitio.

AVOID: Catering Orders came without serving utensils, a small detail but something to keep in mind.

TIP: Online Ordering available through all the usual suspects, but calling or e-mailing directly saves the Restaurant a lot of money and comes with free delivery within 5 miles for orders over $25.

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

www.cubanidad1885.com

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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

Posted in Catering, Chocolate Chip Cookie Company, Dessert, Food, Las Vegas, Nevada Tagged Banana, Banana Walnut Cookie, Banana Walnut Cookies, Bananas, Butter, Candy, Chip, Chips, Chocolate, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Chocolate Chip Cookie Company, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chocolate Chips, Cinnamon, Cinnamon and Sugar Cookie, Cinnamon and Sugar Cookies, Cocoa, Cookie, Cookies, Dessert, Desserts, endoedibles, Food, Foodie, John Glennon, Jovan Glennon, Jovan Mesa-Glennon, Las Vegas, LV, Michael Uzmann, Nevada, Nut, Nuts, NV, Oat, Oatmeal, Oatmeal Raisin Cookie, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, Oats, Pastries, Pastry, Peanut, Peanut Butter, Peanuts, Raisin, Raisins, Reese's, Reese's Peanut Butter Cup, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Reese's Pieces, Reese’s Peanut Butter, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookie, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookies, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookie, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies, Salt, Shredded Coconut, Shredded Coconuts, Sin City, Snickerdoodle, Snickerdoodle Cookie, Snickerdoodle Cookies, Snickerdoodles, Sugar, Sugar Cookie, Sugar Cookies, Toffee, Toffee Chip, Toffee Chips, Toffee Chocolate Chip, Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie, Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies, Toffee Chocolate Chips, Vanilla, Vegas, Walnut, Walnuts

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.

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

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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
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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

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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.

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.

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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