Endo Edibles

September 20, 2023
12:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Mama Chai’s [2,] Las Vegas NV

Mama Chai’s

Fruity Pebbles Mochi Donut

Oreo Mochi Donut

Strawberry Cheesecake Mochi Donut

Butter Pecan Mochi Donut

Caramel Apple Mochi Donut

Pumpkin Spice Mochi Donut

Already taking a chance by opening another KBBQ concept on Spring Mountain Mr. BBQ’s Jenny Chai doubled down in early February 2023 with Mama Chai’s, the Boba and Dessert shop joining a crowded market but hoping to succeed thanks to cute design plus quality baking.

Accessed via a separate entrance towards the rear of 4240 Spring Mountain Road, an outdoor patio and murals greeting guests, it is via digital menu that one may construct Beverages to their liking while Mochi Donuts and Cream Puffs line a Pastry case near the front.

Offering Milk or Fruit Tea, Yogurt Drinks and Frappes featuring Asian Ingredients a look at the Baked Goods spans a dozen or so flavors, the stuffed-Choux outpacing Beard Papa by a good distance whether one selects Red Velvet, spicy Mango or even Passionfruit.

Open Noon to 11pm Sunday through Thursday and an hour later on weekends the menu continues with Mochi Donuts, an idea popularized by Japan’s “pon de ring” already done far better at Mama Chai’s than by Paina Café down the road.

Made from Tapioca Flour and naturally free of Gluten, their consistency often described as bouncy or light, Jenny’s Mochi rings pull inspiration from a variety of cultures, Strawberry Cheesecake and Oreo or Fruity Pebbles as expected while Fall-flavors topped in airy Cream plus Butter Pecan, Caramel Apple or Pumpkin Spice further magnify the pleasantly chewy base.

www.mamachais.com / @mamachaislv on Facebook / @mamachais_lv on Instagram

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September 19, 2023
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Big B’s Texas BBQ 2 [5,] Las Vegas NV

Big B’s Texas BBQ 2

Lean Brisket, Fatty Brisket, Smoked Turkey Breast, Beef Hot Links, Jalapeno & Cheese Hot Links

Beef Ribs

BBQ Beans, Creamed Corn, Hand Cut French Fries, Onion Rings, Mac & Cheese, Onions, Pickles, Jalapeno Peppers

Cornbread

Colossal Baked Potato – Pulled Pork, BBQ Beans, Cheddar Cheese, Sour Cream

Pecan Pie

Banana Pudding

Big B’s Texas BBQ opened its second location just prior to Halloween 2019, and on Tuesday evening the Restaurant at 6115 South Fort Apache Road showed again why any discussion of local smoked Meat has began and ended with Brian and Natalia’s brand since 2016.

Named after its Pit Master, and changing the long-held belief that Las Vegas is not a Barbeque town ever since the original opened in Henderson, Big B’s Texas BBQ features the work of Brian Buechner and Natalia Badzjo, the husband and wife team taking a hands-on approach to every aspect of the operation from build-out to driving in fresh piles of wood as needed from the Lone Star State.

Always working with a great crew while doing brisk business for dine-in and take-out, guests entering location number two will immediately notice Brian’s handy work in wood tables and chairs flanking a full bar, the relic of Andres’ benefited by a liquor license in addition to Beer, Soft Drinks and freshly brewed Tea.

Texas through-and-through in terms of décor, the bustling main room offering a full view of the kitchen while Brian and Natalia have opened up the Restaurant’s right half with big screen televisions in each corner, it was in the latter that four diners were seated while country music played overhead.

Ready to greet fans new and old it was on individual trays that Meats, Breads and Sides arrived quickly, the housemade Cornbread particularly soft when warm and delicious whether plain or slathered with Butter while Mac & Cheese continues to impress guests of all ages.

Next letting Meats take center stage, but not before Hand-cut Fries or Onion Rings, Big B’s Brisket follows Texas protocol with little more than smoke and a bit of seasoning while Beef Ribs also shine as a slight pull of the teeth easily liberates supple Muscle from Bone.

Texas through and through, the aforementioned wood just one reason why Big B’s Proteins outpace growing competition, additional sides include Creamed Corn plus Sin City’s best BBQ Beans served atop a “Colossal Baked Potato.”

Not forgetting Hot Links or Turkey it was with leftovers packed that Desserts were served, outsourced Pecan Pie gooey atop good Crust while fresh made Banana Pudding as good as any one will find down South.

www.bigbztexasbbq.com

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September 15, 2023
6:15 PM
by: Uhockey

Lawry’s The Prime Rib [4,] Las Vegas NV

Lawry’s The Prime Rib

Raspberry Beret – Stoli Razberi Vodka, Raspberry Puree, Lemon

Sourdough Bread, Whipped Butter

Cheesy Onion Fondue – Gruyere, Sherry, Sourdough Toast

Garlic Shrimp – Lemony Butter, Herbs

Crispy Onions, Lawry’s Seasoned Salt

Golden Fried Calamari, Lawry’s Remoulade

Lawry’s Famous Spinning Salad – Spinach, Romaine Lettuce, Iceberg Lettuce, Beets, Croutons, Egg, Vintage Dressing

Yorkshire Pudding

Lawry’s Fries, Lawry’s Seasoned Salt

Iron Skillet Mushrooms, Garlic, Fresh Herbs

Medium Well English Cut Prime Rib, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy

Medium Well Lawry’s Cut Prime Rib, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Creamed Corn, Creamed Spinach, Au Jus

Crispy Roasted Chicken – Half of a Jidori Bird, Wilted Spinach

Double Espresso, Ice

Sticky Toffee Pudding, Whipped Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream

Coconut Banana Cream Pie

English Trifle, Strawberries, Whipped Cream

CC Brown’s Hot Fudge Sundae

Located at Hughes Center since 1997 Lawry’s The Prime Rib can safely be described as a Las Vegas icon, and although both Dallas and Beverly Hills have outposts that does nothing to dampen an Art Deco dining room and service on par to what one will find at some of The Strip’s top Steakhouses.

Known for Meats carved tableside from gleaming carts, though Certified Angus Steaks and fresh Seafood are also available, Lawry’s experience begins with check-in at the hostess’ podium, a trip to the lounge favored by some while most won’t wish to delay the main event.

Lavish without being stuffy, curved banquettes and tables each available, guests dine in a lively environment fueled by Wine or Cocktails poured shortly after the arrival of warm Sourdough Bread.

Smart to order some starters, though those seeking lunch in under an hour could surely achieve such with Salad, a Sandwich or Prime Rib plus sides, Lawry’s Cheesy Onion Fondue outpaces Calamari with Remoulade while the “Famous” Spinning Salad is a polarizing experience mostly thanks to the inclusion of Beets.

Offering Roast Beef as a full-Dinner or a la carte, the former inclusive of Salad, Mashed Potatoes and Yorkshire Pudding, the quality of Lawry’s Prime Rib is evident in terms of taste, texture and appearance while additional sides range from luxurious Creamed Corn and Spinach to crispy Fries.

Not forgetting extra Au Jus, nor sizzling Mushrooms and Whipped Cream Horseradish for fans, Desserts come at the bargain price of $10 each for Coconut Banana Cream Pie that is heavy on the Cream plus seasonal English Trifle and Sticky Toffee Pudding better than one will get from Gordon Ramsay.

www.lawrysonline.com/lawrys-the-prime-rib-las-vegas

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September 14, 2023
10:00 AM
by: Uhockey

Glaze Doughnuts [9,] Las Vegas NV

Glaze Doughnuts

Maple Bacon Doughnut

Pink Fruity Pebbles Doughnut

Blueberry Cinnamon Toast Doughnut

Chocolate Cocoa Pebbles Doughnut

Vanilla Fruity Pebbles Doughnut

Sir Mocha Lot Doughnut with Coffee Glaze

Special K 2.0 Doughnut

Peanut Butter Reese’s Pieces Doughnut

Horchata and Churro Doughnut

M&Ms Vanilla Doughnut

Lemon Poppyseed Doughnut

Salted Caramel Pearls and Pecan Doughnut

Oreo Peanut Butter Doughnut

Peanut Butter and Jelly Doughnut

Apple Fritter

Matcha Green Tea Pistachio Doughnut

Family owned and operated from the start, Dominic Sang bringing family recipes from a Texas Doughnuttery to Sin City in October 2015, guests entering Glaze Doughnuts will notice little has since changed about the shop in nearly 8 years while a soft base and creative toppings earn “Best of Las Vegas” accolades annually.

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

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

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

www.glazedoughnutslv.com

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September 13, 2023
6:05 PM
by: Uhockey

Bardot Brasserie [35,] Las Vegas NV

Bardot

Ice Tea

Savory Eclair – Dill Creme Fraiche, Caviar, Chives

Baguette – Butter

Steak Tartare – Egg Yolk, Cornichon, Sauce Verte, Potato Chips

Oeufs Mimosa – Caviar, Chives

Foie Gras Parfait – Strawberry Gelee, Berry Compote, Hazelnut, Almond Crumble, Brioche

Pâté Grand-Mére – Grandmother-style Pâté, Blueberry Mostarda

Escargot de Bourgogne – Absinthe Butter, Garlic, Bardot Baguette

Onion Soup Gratinee – Classic Beef Broth, Levain Croutons, Cave-aged Gruyere

Beef Wellington for Two – 12oz USDA Prime Filet, Prosciutto di Parma, Puff Pastry, Mushroom Duxelle, Foie Gras-Madeira Veloute

Macaroni & Mimolette Gratinee – Black Truffle Sauce Bechamel

Black Truffle Pommes Puree

Flounder & Pearls – Croissant Crust, Parsnip Puree, Champagne-Caviar Beurre Blanc

Black Truffle Fries – Mayonnaise, Ketchup

Espresso Creme Brulee – Fresh Raspberry Madelines

Chocolate Macaron – Candied Citrus, Almond Cookie, Cacao Berry Chocolate Mousse

Warm Almond Pithivier – Raspberry Compote, Whipped Cream

Some say the best Restaurants are those that a guest wants to revisit even before leaving, and over the course of thirty-five meals served across seven years Bardot Brasserie has redefined “the best,” not only in terms of Food but setting and service that all continue to shine under the direction of Chef Joe Cadina.

Less crowded for dinner than brunch it was at 6pm on Wednesday that Aria’s second floor was found lively, a familiar front-of-house greeting five diners who were seated comfortably at a table in the center of all the action.

Still going strong, no small feat in a city with such diversity of options, it was with confirmation of no allergies or intolerances that Carte Blanche was deferred to a team that has earned unwavering trust, the city’s best Baguette arriving first with a delicate crumb beneath crackling exterior.

Served at a careful pace, Chef Cadina’s mid-2022 shift from International Smoke to take over for Nick Dugan now fully realized, course one featured Puff Pastry plus Deviled Eggs with Caviar prior to classic Pâté Grand-Mére with Bread and Blueberry Preserves.

Continuing with four additional Appetizers, Escargot teaming with Garlic and demi-portions of Las Vegas’ best French Onion Soup almost requisite at this point, suffice it to say Steak Tartare is best kept simple while Foie Gras hogs the spotlight as a Parfait with Strawberries and Hazelnuts.

Onward to Entrees including the Wellington that Josh Smith made famous it is in “Flounder & Pearls” that Chef Cadina nods to both Mina and Keller, delicate flesh beneath crumbled Croissant set against Champagne-Caviar Beurre Blanc beautiful in terms of taste as well as texture.

Nearly too full for Dessert after Fries and upright Macaroni, but only nearly, Bardot’s Macaron remains a must for Chocolate lovers while Espresso Creme Brulee takes a backseat to a sharable Almond Pithivier that eats akin to France’s King Cake.

www.michaelmina.net/restaurants/las-vegas/bardot-brasserie

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September 11, 2023
6:15 PM
by: Uhockey

Esther’s Kitchen [12,] Las Vegas NV

Esther’s Kitchen

2019 Di Paolo Pinot Noir

OUR HOUSEMADE SOURDOUGH BREAD – Butter, Olive Oil + ‘Nduja + Anchovy Butter, Capers, Parsley + Fegatini, Chicken Liver, Foie Gras, Saba, Strawberry

SQUASH BLOSSOMS – goat cheese, ricotta, romesco, saba

BEEF AND PORK MEATBALLS – basil ricotta, charred sourdough

SAUSAGE + SWEET PEPPERS Three Day Sourdough Pizza – pomodoro, orange fennel jam, smoked mozzarella

RICOTTA GNUDI – roasted beets, pistachio pesto, sorrel, basil

EGG PAPPARDELLE – lamb sugo, mint, pine nuts, ricotta salata

BACON + SHALLOT AGNOLOTTI – charred corn butter, chive, nueske’s bacon

BLUEFIN TUNA CRUDO – harissa farrotto

CHICKEN THIGH PRESSE – roasted tomato salad, pickled mushrooms, sherry jus

SPINACH RISOTTO – braised mushrooms, garlic chips, pine nuts

AMARO

BLACKBERRY PAVLOVA – candied lemon, whipped cream, blackberry jam, lemon curd , basil

BUTTERSCOTCH BUDINO – whiskey caramel, honeycomb, whipped cream

SORBET SAMPLER – Almond Cherry Sorbet, White Peach Sorbet, Lemon Sorbet

Last visited for Brunch in June Monday once again found Esther’s Kitchen firing on all cylinders, the frequently-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 two guests sat near the pass with Italian Red Wine and Baker Dylan Jobsz’s city-best Sourdough starting things off.

Seasonal and rustic in a good way, fried Zucchini Blossoms filled with blended Cheeses and perked up by Saba plus Romesco, Meatballs remain the city’s best whether atop Noodles or on their own while Pizza sees a lengthy ferment yield crisp Dough with a moderate rise regardless of toppings.

Pasta-heavy as always, Ricotta Gnudi an icon of downtown for good reason, new items include ribbons of Pappardelle with Lamb and Agnolotti that tastes like Summer in the Midwest thanks to crispy Bacon and Sweet Corn.

Not forgetting Vegan Risotto, this time Spinach with a good bit of Garlic, a pair of off-menu specials showed what the kitchen is capable off-the-cuff as both the compressed Chicken Thigh and Farrotto with juxtaposing temperatures were on par with something one might find in Italy at a Michelin starred Restaurant.

A lot of Food for not a lot of cash, all of it rooted in technique but never compromising flavor for looks, Dessert consisted of Esther’s forever refining Butterscotch Budino plus a seasonal Pavlova and Sorbets as good as either gets in Sin City.

www.estherslv.com

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September 9, 2023
9:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Donutique, Las Vegas NV

Donutique

Truffle Honey Donut – Black Truffle Honey, Honey Butter, Honeycomb Tuile

Blueberry Yuzu Donut – Blueberry Compote, Yuzu Curd, Meringue

Italian Tiramisu Donut – Coffee Mousse, Mocha Glaze, Espresso Chocolate Coffee Bean

Birthday Cake Donut – Vanilla Glaze, Housemade Sprinkles, Mini Birthday Cake

Strawberry Shortcake Donut – Strawberry Glaze, Fruit Crisp

Banana Cream Donut – Banana Cream, Brulee Banana Slice

Lemon Lush Donut – Lemon Curd, Lemon Glaze, Candied Lemon Slice

Backed by LEV with Pastries ranging $5 to $9 Donutique is undeniably about indulgence, but under the direction of Executive Chef Keris Kuwana the storefront between Venetian and Palazzo is nothing short of excellent.

A protracted opening, prior retail space now offering an opulent showcase for Donuts made from scratch using only the best Ingredients, guests will find both the shop and service polished while perusing a collection prone to frequent changes.

Artistic in a way typically reserved for plated Desserts, several Donuts topped-to-order on Friday evening, classics are present at lower prices but those seeking the very best should head straight for “Birthday Cake” crowned with a handmade mini-slice or Tiramisu that reminisces of Kuwana’s time at Al Solito Posto.

Utilizing a base similar to Brioche, not heavy but with a rise to match diverse toppings and naturally-flavored Glazes, additional highlights include Blueberry Yuzu that is tart yet balanced, smooth Banana Cream and Truffle Honey that perfumes the palate with Tuber melanosporum before finishing sweet.

www.donutique.com

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September 8, 2023
8:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Juliet Cocktail Room, Las Vegas NV

Juliet Cocktail Room

CHERRIED TREASURE – Gin, Plum Wine, Rhubarb Amaro, Cherry Oak Smoke

SPICY FLAMINGO – Flecha Azul Tequila, Lime, Watermelon, Agave & Spices

FIELDS OF NORWAY – Aquavit, Mead, Rosemary, Green Chartreuse

Owned by the folks behind La Neta Juliet Cocktail Room can be found just off The Venetian’s main floor, its dark lighting giving the space a sexy vibe that partially makes up for the fact that guests with reservations are expected to pay a $100 minimum for the privilege to sit in a 25% full room.

A “sensational journey” with “expertly crafted Cocktails,” each a minimum of $21 and thus typical for Las Vegas Boulevard, Juliet Cocktail Room is one of those #gram-worthy spaces lined with unreadable books and posh seating while service proves good once past the elitest hosts at the door.

Purporting live music, or a mix of 90’s Hip-Hop on a Friday night at 8:00pm, Cocktails are created at the bar’s far end where waitresses who spend most of the night checking their phones or flirting with barbacks gather in threes throughout the evening.

Built on presentation, “Spicy Flamingo” fairly basic but well balanced, guests looking for a show will get one when “Cherried Treasure” emerges from its chest in a puff of smoke and for those who’ve always wanted to drink out of an Elk Horn one need look no further than “Fields of Norway” featuring Aquavit, Mead, and Rosemary that reminisces of a Ricola cough drop.

www.venetianlasvegas.com/restaurants/juliet-cocktail-room.html

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September 8, 2023
6:05 PM
by: Uhockey

Ramen Boys, Las Vegas NV

Ramen Boys

Hokkaido Milk Tea

Corn Ribs – Teriyaki, Parmesan, Nori

Edamame – Salt

Gyoza – Chicken, House Blend Soy

Takoyaki – Bonito, Octopus, Ao Nori

Signature Ramen – House Blend Pork and Chicken Broth, Chasu, Soy Cured Egg, Spinach, Green Onions, Nori, Thick Noodles

Spicy Tonkotsu – Creamy Pork Broth, Chasu, Wood Ear Mushroom, Green Onions, Corn, Bean Sprouts, Ramen Noodles

Kakigori – Imported Ice from Japan, Housemade Cream, Housemade Strawberry Syrup, Poached Strawberries

Opened in March of 2023 Ramen Boys took over for a prior occupant in Decatur Twain Shopping Center and although it may seem difficult to get excited about Noodles in such a saturated market the combination of cost quality and service is unparalleled locally.

Highly touted by influencers early on, ownership even going so far as to reach out on Yelp! And other forms of social media, it was on a whim that two guests stopped in on Friday around 6:00pm to find the place busy but thankfully without a wait.

Not just Noodles and Broth, but also offering Starters plus Rice Bowls and Dessert, dinner was off to a fine start thanks to servers that are pleasant and well-informed while a glass of Hokkaido Milk Tea paired nicely to golden Corn flecked with Nori and Cheese plus simple Edamame with Sea Salt.

Sold out of Katsu, but doing a nice job with pan-seared Gyoza inside a delicate wrapper, fans of Takoyaki will find Ramen Boys Octopus Balls lighter than most beneath Bonito while dueling Sauces and mild sweetness and a creamy finish.

Onward to Ramen, eight varieties of Broth with two listed as “Signatures” at the top, Spicy Tonkotsu earns its name thanks to a good bit of heat surrounding thin Noodles while “Signature Ramen” combines Tonkotsu and Shio into something smooth and complex built up by Pork, Eggs, Onions and thicker Noodles.

Not a place taking shortcuts, the owner stopping by to check in on tables and proudly telling guests that he imports Ice for Kakigori from Japan, suffice it to say there’s so better place for Shaved Ice in Las Vegas thanks to not only the base but also Housemade Cream, Housemade Strawberry Syrup and juicy Poached Strawberries.

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September 7, 2023
10:05 AM
by: Uhockey

Mazzoa Donuts (Blue Diamond Road,) Las Vegas NV

Mazzoa Donuts

Donut Holes with Glaze

Yeast Donut with Blueberry Glaze

Yeast Donut with White Frosting and Chocolate Chips

Old Fashioned Donut with Strawberry Frosting and Sprinkles

Yeast Donut with Maple Frosting

Yeast Donut with Purple Frosting

Yeast Donut with White Frosting and Red Velvet Cake Crumbles

Owned by the folks behind Dee’s Donuts, a place visited twice prior with unimpressive outcomes, Thursday saw Mazzoa Donuts fall flat thanks to their Yeast base clearly from a mix beneath cloying Frosting.

Once again complimentary of service, the woman behind the counter genuinely pleasant, Mazzoa’s low prices are befitting each item’s quality whether in the case of overly sweet Maple or marbled purple Frosting that tastes identical to white that receives help from toppings such as Chocolate Chips or Red Velvet Crumble.

Lighter than Glaze but more weighty than Pinkbox, the center of each ring flavorless and bready, Old Fashioned Donuts suggest that Mazzoa’s frying temperature and duration are better suited to Cake Donuts than those that are raised, but even then the results are below average.

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September 6, 2023
10:25 AM
by: Uhockey

Pinkbox Doughnuts (West Tropicana Avenue) [19,] Las Vegas NV

Pinkbox Doughnuts

Da Blueberry Fritter – Glazed Raised Doughnut, Blueberries, Cinnamon

Da Apple Fritter – Glazed Raised Doughnut, Apples, Cinnamon

Buttermilk Bar – Glazed Buttermilk Cake

Ol’ Fashioned – Glazed Cake Ol’ Fashioned Doughnut

Sweetie Pie – Sweet Potato Cake Doughnut, Glaze, Toasted Marshmallow, Brown Sugar

Pumpkin Roll – Cinnamon Roll, Pumpkin Icing, Pralines

The Blow Torch – Yeast Doughnut, Vanilla Custard, Caramelized Sugar

Blue Face DoughCro – Croissant Doughnut, Blueberry Frosting, White Whip

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

Cherry Bomb – Yeast Doughnut, Vanilla Frosting, Housemade Cherry Filling, Streusel, White Whip, Cherry

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

Pretty in Pink – Glazed Pink Velvet Cake Doughnut, Buttercream Frosting, Pink Velvet Cake Crumble

Java Mama – Yeast Doughnut, Mocha Whip, Chocolate Frosting, Nutella Drizzle

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

Holy Cannoli – Yeast Doughnut, Chocolate Frosting, Cannoli Filling, Chocolate Chips, Powdered Sugar

Chocolate Butter Cup – Glazed Raised Doughnut, Chocolate Frosting, Peanut Butter, Chocolate Chips, Chocolate Filling

Mama’s Tres Leches – Glazed Tres Leches Cake Doughnut, Tres Leches Whip, Cinnamon

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

Located at 9435 West Tropicana Avenue inside Crossroads Plaza Shopping Center and open 24-hours Pinkbox Doughnuts remains Las Vegas’ premier spot for Artisan Doughnuts, just as it has since debuting over a decade ago.

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.

Often beginning with a Fritter, this day no different and the resulting bite packed with Cinnamon plus Fruit, it was after others made selections that Purple Rain continued the gluttony, its Cake Crumble and base a 1-2 punch of textures.

Fully committed to clever nomenclature, “Cherry Bomb” packed with juicy Fruit beneath Frosting, the “El Guzman CroDough” succeeds thanks to traditional Guava with Cream Cheese while a Buttermilk Bar shows Roberto Armanino knew early-on to nail the basics.

Replenishing supply as necessary, high volume assuring everything is fresh, the “Blue Face DoughCro” sees layers separate nicely beneath naturally-flavored Frosting while specials including Sweetie Pie, Pumpkin Roll and Mama’s Tres Leches are also highly recommended.

www.pinkboxdoughnuts.com

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September 5, 2023
10:00 AM
by: Uhockey

Crumbl (Durango) [7,] Las Vegas NV

Crumbl Cookies

Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chunk Cookie

Caramel Pumpkin Cake Cookie

Chocolate Peanut Butter featuring Oreo Cookie

Key Lime Pie Cookie

Chocolate Toffee Cake Cookie

Born in Logan Utah Crumbl took the city by storm, their Instagramable rounds offered in thirty stores across six states by 2019 and now in all fifty states with six in Las Vegas including the Durango location opened in May 2020.

Created by Sawyer Hemsley and Jason McGowan, rapid expansion through franchising yielding mixed results from store to store as evidence by Social Media, it was after five improving experiences that the westside storefront proved competent, the staff exceedingly pleasant whilst describing each choice.

Undoubtedly popular in part due to photogenicity, though a sterile interior oversells the fact that everything is made from scratch, the first thing those entering will notice is Crumbl’s limited collection of just six weekly flavors, though on this week the overly-sweet Chocolate Chip was replaced by Semi-Sweet Chunks plus Sea Salt.

Still a young company, so much success despite only starting in September 2017 certainly enviable, best bites came from specials that included Chocolate Peanut Butter featuring Oreos and Pumpkin Cake with Baking Spices sweetened by Caramel.

Again finding “Cake” concepts better than the Cookies by which crumbl made their name “Chocolate Toffee Cake” fared well thanks to Frosting and Heath Bar while Key Lime Pie balanced sweetness with Citrus but tasted less assertive than slices across Florida.

www.crumblcookies.com

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September 3, 2023
6:15 PM
by: Uhockey

Smalhans, Oslo NO

Smalhans

2021 Smalhans hvit Meinklang – Burgenland Østerrike

Turnip, Mussels, Rye Bread, Chervil

Whiting Bycatch, Parsley Sauce, Peas

Caramelized Onions, Hazelnuts, Spring Onions, Leeks

Butter Beans au Gratin, Gruyere Cheese

Braised Pig Wings, Fennel, Haricots Verts, Jus

Norwegian Raspberries, White Chocolate Goat Cheese, Biscuit

Famously the only Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient in a city known to be quite expensive Smalhans resides in the St. Hanshaugen neighborhood and focuses on a shared menu featuring local farms that changes daily.

Opened in 2012 and defined as “scarce way of life” it is through nose-to-tail cooking that Smalhans offers three different ways to dine daily in addition to a collection of natural wines, though the Smalhans Menu for NOK 675 seems most popular.

Casual and convivial, the kitchen is currently run by Mads Ekrheim who isn’t afraid to let less prized ingredients steal the spotlight while service is pleasant and educated.

Fast paced compared to other Norwegian eateries, a 5-course menu lasting just 75 minutes, it was with Smalhans’ own White Wine that Turnips started the meal with a complex Sauce of Mussels perfumed by Chervil.

Focused on sustainability, bycatch Whiting as tender as larger specimens with Parsley and Peas, Ekrheim’s best dish this evening came as Caramelized Onions and Leeks lent texture by Hazelnuts.

Serving the last savory in two-parts, Beans with a bit of tooth covered in Cheese adjacent meaty “Pig’s Wings,” Dessert took four Ingredients and combined them in a bowl allowing each to shine on its own while also complimenting the others.

www.smalhans.no

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September 3, 2023
5:00 PM
by: Uhockey

The Cupcake & Pie Co., Oslo NO

The Cupcake & Pie Co.

Pistachio Cream Donut

Caramel Pecan Donut

Kransekake Cookie

Creme Brulee Pie

Red Velvet Cupcake

Open Tuesday through Sunday at Mathallen The Cupcake & Pie Co. serves homemade Pies, Cupcakes, Cookies and Donuts made fresh daily inside a sizable storefront adjacent communal seating.

A pleasant place with bilingual service, new items being prepared even at 17h00, guests face difficult choices given the bevy of options, a predilection for Donuts finding Pistachio better than Caramel Pecan though neither outpace Tailormade or My Ugly Baby.

Moving on to Cupcakes, nicely decorated with lots of Frosting, Red Velvet’s base is a little dry but still enjoyable while thick Cookies and a Creme Brulee Pie that tastes like torched Chess are both excellent.

www.cupcakeandpie.no

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September 3, 2023
2:18 PM
by: Uhockey

Syverkiosken, Oslo NO

Syverkiosken

Hot Dog, Lompe, Ketchup

Hot Dog, Lompe, Ketchup, Creamy Jalapenos

Serving affordable Hot Dogs since 1979 Syverkiosken is a culinary landmark in Oslo, the Sausages boiled in a rich Stock offered on Potato Flatbread with a variety of condiments displayed in Norwegian.

Located near Alexander Kiellands Plass beside a mural, usually unmistakable thanks to the line, guests request Dog on Lompe that are quickly prepared featuring plenty of snap atop Lompe that is soft and warm.

The last of its kind, a family recipe passed down with time, sauteed Onions are suggested as the most favored topping per owner Erlend Dahlbo though the “special” includes Potato Salad with Mushrooms while fans of heat may prefer creamy Jalapenos.

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September 3, 2023
10:05 AM
by: Uhockey

Mendel’s, Oslo NO

Mendel’s

Praline Twist Pistachio

Pan Suisse

Cinnamon Bun

Mille Feuille

Recently migrated to Karl Johans Gate 8 Mendel’s has been serving the Norwegian capitol since 2019, Pastry Chef Younes El Khomri bringing a wealth of experience that sees traditional Parisian Pastries accented by Moroccan influences.

A beautiful new space with clean lines and polished surfaces, perfect for afternoon Tea or simply lingering over Coffee with a book, guests arriving at 10h00 will find Viennoiserie still warm with Pan Suisse particularly delightful thanks to a blend of Vanilla Custard and melted Dark Chocolate.

Famous for the Pistachio Paris Brest, though the promise of freshly stacked Mille Feuille proved more compelling, Nuts still found a place to shine caramelized at the center of braided Dough while Mendel’s Kanelbolle rivals W.B. Samson for the best in town.

www.mendels-oslo.com

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September 3, 2023
9:00 AM
by: Uhockey

Verdensbakeriet, Oslo NO

Verdensbakeriet

Pistasjboller

Kanelbolle

Kardemomme med Blabaer og Vanilje

Skolebrød

Sjokolaedebolle

In a city with several chain bakeries Verdensbakeriet is something of a novelty, its lone location and lack of a geotag on social media making it a locals-only sort of place with fair prices and pleasant customer service.

Baked on-site daily from Tuesday through Sunday, a storefront standing largely on its own without a lot of surrounding retail, it is inside that guests will notice a scent of warm baking spices plus yeast amidst a small but comfortable dining area.

Offering both sweets and savories, the former comprising a five piece order, fans of Coconut “School Bread” will find Verdensbakeriet’s the best of its kind as a result of the fluffy base while Sjokolaedebolle sees a yeasty crumb decorated with chunks of Dark Chocolate.

Tying a knot of Kanelbolle shellacked with Sugar, good but outshined by another transporting Pistachios and Custard, suffice it to say that if the Cardamom Bun with Vanilla Cream and Blueberries is available its a “must-order.”

www.verdensbakeriet.no

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September 2, 2023
6:05 PM
by: Uhockey

Restaurant Rest, Oslo NO

Rest

2021 Pascal Jolivet Pouilly-Fume Blanc Fume

SKIN TO SKIN – Cod Skin, Dill

FAKE NEWS – Caviar Waste, Black Mussel, Garum, Squid Ink

MERINGUE – Halibut, Pumpkin Seed, Pistachio Cream, Tomato Seed, Parmesan Edge

MINI HALIBUT – Green Tomato Salad, Vinaigrette, Pumpkin Miso

A BITE OF BEET – Elderflower, Goat Cheese Cream

GASTRO IMPORT – Cheese, Puff Pastry, Smoked Pig’s Heart

CHEEK – Monk Fish, Spinach, Cabbage, Pickled Carrots, White Wine

PIKEPERCH – Leek Tops, Fermented Green Chiles, Turnips, Parsley Stems

MUSHI – Celery Grass Pudding, Belly Flap of King Crab, Celeriac

PUFF – Old Pita, Hanger Steak Carpaccio, Smoke, Capers, Sardines, Cornichons, Crown Dill

PLAICE – Fermented Chanterelles, Trumpet Mushrooms, Kale, Pea Miso, Smoked Broth

KILLING ME SOFTLY – Baby Goat, Cabbage Mille Feuille, Grilled Cream, Apple Juice

FRENCH KISS – Cured Ox Tongue, Fermented Celeriac, Sauce Bordelaise, Bone Marrow

BLACKCURRANT SHOOTS – Leafs, Seeds, Sour Cream Ice Cream

OFF SEASON – Elderflower, Rhubarb, Almond Cake, Cream, Caramel

CHERRY – Crystal Sugar, Dark Chocolate Ganache, Cherry Compote

BANANA SPLIT – Shortbread, Banana Peel, Cream, Nut Crumble

PATE DE FRUITS – Pear, Herbs / BROWN BANANA – Caramel, Dark Chocolate

COFFEE GROUNDS – Choux, Cream, Milk Chocolate

CHICKEN SMASHI – Chicken Skin, Chocolate

Built on the idea “No great ingredient should be left behind” Rest seeks to do what other fine dining Restaurants merely suggest, Chef and owner Jimmy Øien not only running a skilled kitchen with thoughtful service but also creating a 21-course menu focused entirely on repurposing Food waste.

“A rejection of modern consumerism,” the term Rest defined as “what is left,” it is across the course of four-hours at tables from thrift shops that guests enjoy everything from browned Bananas to bycatch all treated the same way other eateries may offer Truffles or Caviar.

Entirely served by a youthful kitchen staff, usually with a story of why each Ingredient is chosen, flavors are complex while visuals are elegant and by the end diner is not only left with a smile but legitimate questions as to why male Goats might be slaughtered simply because they can’t produce Milk or why fisherman are forced to discard Halibut less than 5.5kg from a net even if they are dead.

Awarded one green star by Michelin for sustainability Rest thinks forward in a way all should, and plate-for-plate compares favorably to many more highly regarded Restaurants across America and Europe.

www.restaurantrest.com

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September 2, 2023
4:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Talormade (Operagata 69,) Oslo NO

Talormade Bispevika

Chocolate Chip Cookie

Salted Caramel Popcorn Doughnut

Dulce de Leche Doughnut

Cereal Milk Doughnut

Raspberry Pistachio Doughnut

Launched by native-Australia Talor Browne there are currently three Talormade Doughnut shops in Oslo, the young woman’s journey traveling through Paris before Coffee icon Tim Wendelboe brought her to the Norwegian capitol.

Debuted in Oslobukta, not far from the Opera, Library and Munch Museum, it is amidst bright décor that guests will discover no less than two-dozen daily flavors plus specialty Drinks and Cookies offered by pleasant servers.

Often with a line and popular flavors prone to selling out early, creativity flourishes atop a buttery base akin to Brioche but lighter, housemade Glazes such as “Cereal Milk” true to their name while the Caramel Corn ring is nearly identical to that at My Ugly Baby.

Priced as one might expect in Oslo, NOK 49-60 per selection, Talormade’s Cookie shines thanks to multi-colored Chips plus bits of Sea Salt while Dulce de Leche with Pecans and a Raspberry Pistachio Doughnut see heterogeneous textures utilized beautifully as Nuts balance the sweetness.

www.talormade.no

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September 2, 2023
12:05 PM
by: Uhockey

Den Glade Gris, Oslo NO

Den Glade Gris

Smoked Whale, Lingonberry Sour Cream, Onions, Arugula, Crackers

Grilled Pork Knuckle, Mashed Potatoes, Rustic Vegetables, Mustard Sauce

Beer Battered Line Caught Cod, Fries, Mashed Peas, Tartar Sauce

White Chocolate Cream, Streusel, Bacon

Family owned and one of Oslo’s most popular eateries Den Glade Gris focuses on nose to tail cooking, its location beneath Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel just minutes from The National Theater very convenient whether dining noon or night.

A gastropub of sorts, the Beer list outpacing menu options with Breweries across Norway represented, it is with warm greetings that guests are offered seating outdoors or inside amidst porcine décor.

Entirely casual, music playing overhead and service available in English or Norwegian, many will find themselves drawn to the 3-course “Chef’s Menu” for NOK 528 that on this day began with tender Smoked Whale and Lingonberry Sour Cream plus Salad and Crackers.

Translated as “The Happy Pig,” their Pork Knuckle with crackling Skin and spoon-tender Flesh a signature for good reason, Fish n’ Chips come in a small portion considering the price and fares less well than at Fiskeriet Youngstorget

Pork-centric with several daily specials including Dessert it was on the server’s suggestion that White Chocolate Cream was selected instead of Beer Creme Brulee, its creamy texture and mild sweetness punctuated by buttery Streusel plus crumbled Bacon.

www.dengladegris.no

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