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Maguro Koya is a small mom-and-pop shop serving affordable tuna dishes, tucked away down a side street near Kintetsu-Nara Station. Maguro, the Japanese word for tuna, is the specialty of the house and a delicacy in Japan. Over the years, this hidden gem has attracted both locals and tourists, who come for its delicious tuna …
Kingdom Dim Sum is a casual restaurant popular for its affordable dim sum in Thai Town, located in the Hollywood area of Los Angeles, CA. The restaurant sits in a small strip mall along Hollywood Boulevard, a short walk from the Walk of Fame. Inspired by his father, who owned a dim sum restaurant, the …
It was my first night in Tokyo. After traveling for almost a day, I stopped by my hotel, dropped off my bag, and headed straight out for food before jet lag got me. I had one thing on my mind: ramen. Staying near Tokyo Station, I felt my best option would be to visit Ramen …
Prontos’ Gourmet Market & Eatery is a family-owned and operated restaurant in the heart of Carlsbad Village, California. Since 1995, they have been serving their community by offering a variety of gourmet hot and cold sandwiches, wraps, salads, pasta, and more, all prepared fresh. In their market, I found a selection of meats, cheeses, breads, …
Restaurante El Cardenal is a long-running Mexican restaurant founded in 1969. I visited its Palma location in Mexico City’s historic center, inside a restored French-style Porfirian building. I stopped here for lunch during my trip to Mexico City. Before I even walked inside, the first thing I noticed was how beautiful the building was. The …
Chao Chao Sanjo Kiyamachi is a small and lively gyoza restaurant near Pontocho and the Kamo River in Kyoto. I have eaten here several times over the years, and it remains one of my favorite casual stops for dumplings, beers, and a fun atmosphere. My most recent meal was in November 2023. I arrived shortly …
While wandering around, I stumbled upon Sawyers Arms, a historic traditional British pub dating back to 1858, near Paddington Station. It was my first night in London. I was hungry, tired, jet lagged, and in the mood for a cold beer and warm meal. While there are countless pubs in London, I wanted to find …
If you are looking for a day trip from Nagoya, Inuyama in Aichi Prefecture is the perfect choice. Located about 30 minutes north by train, this compact, walkable city on the Kiso River packs a surprising amount of history and sights into a small, easily navigated area. The main reason I made the trip was …
Attaboy Burger is a smash burger eatery located at the newly opened Canteen Food Hall inside the Rio Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. The food hall opened in 2024 and is home to eateries serving sushi, fried chicken, Philly cheesesteaks, ramen, burritos, and burgers. Chef Alex Resnick, the brains behind Attaboy Burger, believes that less …
It was my first day in Edinburgh. Tired and hungry, I was in the mood for Scottish breakfast. That’s when I discovered Cafe on the Mound. Founded in 2012, Cafe on the Mound is a small, local restaurant on Bank Street that offers affordable breakfast and lunch options. Another great thing about its location is …