I spent close to a decade in the South, and after experience all that Southern food and hospitality, I really enjoy Southern cooking (and the warm, kind heart people). So I like to go try out some restaurants that serves Southern cooking wherever I go. In San Francisco, I managed to find another Southern cooking […]
When you visit a new place, you hear about some spots you should definitely go before your trip is over from everyone. Hot Cookie is one of those places that people tell you go in SF. It is in Castro district, and it is a small counter-serve bakery, offering homemade cookies. Inside is very vibrant […]
Visiting a farmers market is always fun, you get to see/buy fresh veggies, fruits, flowers, drinks, etc., etc. Even if you don’t buy anything, it is fun to walk around the farmers market (to me). We visited the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market, right behind the Ferry Plaza for some lunch and sweets. There are some […]
It is always fun to go to a zoo, look at all kinds of bears, lions, birds, snakes… Bronx has a pretty large zoo, very close to the Bronx Botanical Garden, which is another great place to visit, especially during the holidays. However, these types of recreational or family activity spots don’t always have a […]
One of the most famous burger chain in the USA is IN-N-OUT Burger, no doubt about it. Unfortunately, they are not available on the East coast, so every time I traveled to the West coast, I wanted to go to one of their IN-N-OUT locations, but never worked out… So, when I finally got to […]
Lots of people, both local and travelers say one of the best place to eat in San Francisco, especially or brunch, is Brenda’s French Soul Food. So, of course, we had to check it out. It was fairly easy to spot, with its red painted exterior. The chef/owner of this place, Brenda (naturally), grew up […]
Yes there are several Shake Shack in the city, and each place offers something different. It could be the view, the decor, the service, or a special menu, while getting that yummy food that they offer. At the Shake Shack on Columbus Ave, we were surprised with a really good service. We have been there […]
Oskar Blues is a down-home tavern with ample selection of American craft beers, serving Cajun-American-style menu. They are quite popular hang-out spot for locals and travelers alike, with enough offering of big beer menu to ensure you will find your old and/or new favorite brew. This place is hard to miss, especially from the highway. […]
Café Buunni is a coffee, tea, espresso bar, also serving smoothies, frappes, and some baked goods. There are not many coffee shops around this area, so it seems to be popular. Inside is rather small, has just one big table for people to share, and a small bench by the window, and counter with seating on […]
You can get fried chicken anywhere and everywhere. But when you want a quality friend chicken, or unique, interesting kind, or both, that is a different story. For that, you have to have all-natural ingredients, freshly made each day, and down-to-earth place. Hill Country Chicken happens to be all that and more. They were even […]