October 5, 2014
GRYLT
After hitting the gym, the surf or the park, chances are you’ve worked up quite an appetite for something healthy, delicious and available in a flash. But it can be hard to find this trio of qualities, especially in fast…
September 28, 2014
Yogurstory
Let’s start with dessert first this time, because it’s hard to ignore a purple pancake. YogurStory’s Ube Pancakes ($12) are uber purple. They are so eye-poppingly purple they deserve to be marveled at. Violet syrup enriched with ube (a Filipino…
September 21, 2014
Wolfgang's Steakhouse
Why complicate things? Food doesn’t have to be complex to be delicious, especially when it consists of fine ingredients. Such is the sentiment of restaurateur Wolfgang Zwiener. His steakhouses from Manhattan to Tokyo pay tribute to the simple things in…
September 14, 2014
Fendu Boulangerie
Anyway you slice it, nothing beats a crusty loaf of artisan bread fresh from a European-style bakery, especially a rustic sour dough. With a chewy crust, dense interior and rich taste, Miche Bread ($5.85) from Fendu Boulangerie is just that.…
September 7, 2014
Kau Kau Grill
Finger-licking backyard-barbecue style grinds await at Kau Kau Grill. The traveling food truck is just the spot to fire up your appetite for proteins so tender there’s no need for a knife. Dig a fork into the truck’s signature ribs…
August 31, 2014
Asian Mix
There are no mixed messages here. Asian Mix is the destination for high quality Asian fare that’s ready in a jiff. Its owner, the ever cheerful and amiable Daniel Leung, shares three of his customers’ favorites. Though the eatery is…
August 24, 2014
Lili's BBQ
Marinades pull double duty in the kitchen: they tenderize and enhance flavor. For Sue Maiava, co-owner of Lili’s BBQ, “enhance” is the key word, and her marinade recipes do just that. They bring out meat’s goodness, without overpowering it. Maiava…
August 17, 2014
Royal Thai Garden
Fragrant lemongrass, spicy chiles, salty shrimp paste and ginger’s citrusy cousin galangal are essential ingredients when it comes to authentic Thai cooking. Lucky for you, Royal Thai Garden brings those bold and vibrant tastes to the table. The flavors come…
August 10, 2014
Kahai Street Kitchen
Sliced thin and cured, you call it bacon. Cut thick and braised, it’s melt-in-your-mouth juicy. Pair it with eggs, serve it over rice and smother it in cooking juices, chef David Yamamoto at Kahai Street Kitchen calls it a loco…
August 3, 2014
Canton Seafood Restaurant
The specialists at Canton Seafood Restaurant know a thing or two when it comes to cooking protein of the aquatic persuasion. That’s why they employ a specialized steam oven for the task. The 3,000 year-old method of steaming lends itself…
