Maker’s Mark Distillery
Maker’s Mark Distillery. Arguably the best distillery we visited. This is what we expected when we visited Louisville and Kentucky - Americana at its best. They had Christmas decorations and lots of h
2022
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Bardstown Bourbon ...
The most modern and Napa-like experience of a distillery - Bardstown Bourbon ...
The most modern and Napa-like experience of a distillery - Bardstown Bourbon Company. Really nice distillery and tour. The bourbon was also really good, too. In one of the warehouses where they store
Castle & Key distillery
Castle & Key distillery. Really nice distillery at a picturesque location by a hill and stream. The Castle is the Old Taylor Distillery Company and the key is where the natural spring. The Key, is cov
Woodford Reserve Bourbon Distillery
Woodford Reserve Bourbon Distillery. Picturesque off a hill. The famed copper kettle distillery. Amazing place. . . . . .
Buffalo Trace
First Distillery tour - Buffalo Trace
First Distillery tour - Buffalo Trace. Amazing distillery with one of the hottest tours in Louisville. Buffalo Trace, Wellers, Pappy’s, Fireball, Blantons, and other bourbons are made here. Got to see
Went to the Louisville Slugger Museum
Went to the Louisville Slugger Museum. Amazing place of history and fascinating production of baseball bats. Saw Babe Ruth’s bat and a bunch of others. Unfortunately we missed our appointment, but luc
September 3 posts
Shanghai
Happy Mooncake eating festival day
Happy Mooncake eating festival day. 中秋節Also known as Mid Autumn Festival. Mooncakes are big and heavy to eat. Usually I can only eat a small portion of one, this year about 1/4. Today we decided to ha
Vegetarian meal at Vege Paradise
Vegetarian meal at Vege Paradise.
Taipei
Breakfast from Pine & Crane
Breakfast from Pine & Crane. Taiwanese breakfast is one of my favorite meals. Similar to a western breakfast, it features hearty foods with eggs, rice, and fried pastries. Had the Chive and egg pocket
August 7 posts
Taiwanese lunch at Pine & Crane in DTLA
Taiwanese lunch at Pine & Crane in DTLA. Beef noodle soup 台灣牛肉麵, Dan Dan noodles 擔擔麵, pork belly buns gua割包, and some sticky rice, seaweed and peanuts. I think Pine and Crane has a pretty good grasp o
Beef Rib from Smoke Queen
Beef Rib from Smoke Queen. Had a slight Asian taste with the sweet sauce. Not sure why you need to sauce it. Perhaps the sauce melds with the savory dry rub, with the refreshing green onions. Maybe th
Lunch
Lunch. Yes I know this is a dessert. It is one of my favorite Taiwanese desserts. Shaved ice with soft boiled peanuts with sweet condensed milk. Made the peanuts from a package from ranch 99 and then
Korean BBQ at Genwa
Korean BBQ at Genwa. Really good offering banchan. Beef was also good with the marbling. Wish they didn’t cook it for us since it was cooked so fast. Regardless I’d recommend and visit again. Make sur
Tacos from Guisados
Tacos from Guisados. Fish tacos - grilled not fried. I love these tacos. Not a fan of fried fish tacos. Also got the 6 mini taco sampler for $8.50 - great deal. I forgot about this place. I think they
BBQ in Chinatown
BBQ in Chinatown. LA Brisket. We ordered the OG bowl with Beef Brisket. But it was a little too dry. And the brisket slices were unexpectedly thin. Not sure about the accompanying green salsa sauce. R
Taiwanese food at Accomplice
Taiwanese food at Accomplice. Nice little neighborhood bar with Taiwanese food. Only tried fried tofu and the scallion pancakes. But I think the sauce is more Shanghainese with the sweetness. I am mor
July 9 posts
Happy Hour at Sara the Wine Bar
Happy Hour at Sara the Wine Bar. Bruschetta, margarhetti pizza, seafood pasta. Fresh pasta made in-house. Cool little spot that’s not too crowded. Would return and would recommend . . . . .
Seafood at
Seafood at . Great little place for oysters and seafood. Lobster roll was really good. The scallops were some of the best ever. The blue crab dip with ritz crackers were great. But the Santa Barbara u
Birria Torta with consume
Birria Torta with consume. From tacos y Birria La Unica. From the Boyle heights location on Olympic. I think a torta might be the best vehicle to eat Birria with consume. The bread soaks up the juices
Kaiseki dinner at I-Naba
Kaiseki dinner at I-Naba. Excellent service and great experience. Lots of the dishes were quite good. The miso infused cheese, fish ball, soba noodles, green mochi were stand outs. Unfortunately the s
Pine & Crane vegan lunch
Pine & Crane vegan lunch. Dan Dan noodles, Sha Gua noodles (stupid noodles), tofu steam buns, bok choy fried dumplings, seaweed, and fried peanut salad. And of course the traditional Taiwanese shaved
BBQ
BBQ! The thirsty pig is a Certified BBQ judge. I just judged my first Bbq event this past weekend in Lowell, Arkansas. This is one of the reasons why I am out in this area. I recently became a Kansas
now is the Walmart Museum
First Walmart, now is the Walmart Museum
First Walmart, now is the Walmart Museum. Interesting to see the history behind Sam Walton and the Walmart empire. Bentonville has so many Walmarts and related buildings, thought they should rename th
Fixer Upper’s Magnolia Market in Waco
Fixer Upper’s Magnolia Market in Waco. This is now Waco’s most famous thing to do and see. Other than Baylor university and that other thing with the FBI, a long time ago. Anyways . . . The famous HDT
We need this in LA
We need this in LA. HTeaO. A Texas tea shop. Lots of different teas - sweeten and unsweetened. I had the sweetened coconut tea. Great combination of flavor. You can try them all. They sell lots of YET
June 14 posts
A gas station
A gas station. But this is no ordinary gas station. This is a Buc-ee’s!!! This is the largest gas station that I have ever been to. Also, the food. OMG. They have beef jerky, nuts, bbq sandwiches, etc
Smoked pork belly and waffles
Smoked pork belly and waffles. Probably the best thing I had in Austin this time around. Bouldin Acres is the stereotypical Austin joint with outdoor seating, music, and food trucks. But today was but
Texas BBQ from Stiles Switch in Austin Texas
Texas BBQ from Stiles Switch in Austin Texas. We ordered smoked beef brisket, pork ribs, sausage, Mac and cheese, and cole slaw. Yummy. When I lived in Austin, Stiles Switch was one of my favorites. T
Torchy’s Tacos
An Austin Original - Torchy’s Tacos
An Austin Original - Torchy’s Tacos. Breakfast Tacos! The South Congress location is a cool spot on the iconic street. I had the Miya’s (V), the Wrangler (with smoked beef brisket), and the with jalap
green papaya salad
Goi Du Du - green papaya salad
Goi Du Du - green papaya salad. And Goi Guon - fresh spring rolls. Yum. Nice spot for a light dinner. . . . .
Was looking for a bag
Was looking for a bag. . . . . This Prada store was in the middle of nowhere. It is an outdoor art installation. Interesting. . . . . .
Dodger game
Dodger game. Watching an almost no-hitter by future all-star Tyler Anderson broken up by MVP Shohei Ohtani in the ninth. Had a grilled Dodger Dog - yum! Had a and it was tasty! . . . .
Meteor noodles
Had A-sha newest noodles - Meteor noodles
Had A-sha newest noodles - Meteor noodles. Great texture and flavor. Noodles did a good job in soaking up the sauce. There’s a sign up on the link in the description. Asha was started by my good frien
Ace 26 tacos
Ace 26 tacos! Carne Asada, Carnitas, and Al Pastor. And a potato! Check out the trompo! They were forced to move. But I think this location is better. More parking and large space. . . .
Fish Stew Cioppino and Pablo Crusted Filet of Sole Meunière
Fish Stew Cioppino and Pablo Crusted Filet of Sole Meunière. Good times good company good food. . . . .
Birria tacos and churros
Birria tacos and churros! Freshly made churros are the best. Check out the sweet Dodgers churro Beatle! Birrieria Pavon is my favorite Birria taco stand. Convenient and open late. . . . . .
Wet
Wet . . . . . . . . And pie, too. Blueberry and cherry . . . .
Tokyo
Shabu Shabu
Shabu Shabu. All-You-Can-Eat at Kushi Shabu in DTLA little Tokyo. Haven’t Ben to Kushi in years. Had a great time. Great service. Would go again. And recommend. . . . . . .
The burger at Farther’s Office in DTLA’s Arts District
The burger at Farther’s Office in DTLA’s Arts District. Very yummy burger and nicely spiced fries. Washed it down with some tart pear cider. I needed that acidic cider since burger was lusciously rich
May 6 posts
Cole’s French Dip
Cole’s French Dip. I had to have Cole’s also. But in reality, I had Cole’s first then Phillipe’s. Everyone will ask - which is better? Let’s point out the differences - thicker slices of beef at Cole’
Philippe’s French Dip
Philippe’s French Dip. Beef double dip, cold slaw, and lemon meringue pie. The spicy horse radish mustard is a must have with your sandwich. Makes all the difference. Today was a good day. . . . .
Lunch at Wurstkuche
Lunch at Wurstkuche. Bratwurst, Spicy Hot Link, and duck sausage and fries. . . . . .
Killer shrimp
Killer shrimp!!! . . . .
Birrieria tacos
Birrieria tacos. Yummy. Second time here and won’t be the last. . . . .
Great day at Dodger Stadium
Great day at Dodger Stadium. Good win, too. . . . .
April 14 posts
Lunch in the valley
Lunch in the valley. Tuna salad. Sounds ordinary but not. . . . . . .
Instagram Post — April 23, 2022
Alhambra San Gabriel Valley
Late night munchies in Alhambra
Late night munchies in Alhambra. Glad they’re open late. Also glad they have skewers and ramen. . . . . . . .restaurant.gr
Birria Tacos
Birria Tacos! . . . .
Hookahs and drinks at Olive & Grill
Hookahs and drinks at Olive & Grill. Haven’t smoked a hookah in years. Need to find my old hookah. Cool place with live music. . . . . .
Just some tacos and queso
Just some tacos and queso. And of course some drinks. Really can’t go wrong with tacos. . . . . . .
Instagram Post — April 10, 2022
Shabu Shabu at Kagaya
Shabu Shabu at Kagaya. Wagyu Beef set course at arguably the best Shabu Shabu restaurant in LA. Glad to have had it before the owner retires. But I understand the new owners are taking over right afte
Beignets
Beignets. Similar to the ones from Cafe Du Monde. Their fluffy donut desserts that go great with coffee or by itself. . . . . .
Arcadia San Gabriel Valley
Prime Rib at the Derby
Prime Rib at the Derby. The Derby is the oldest and arguably the best restaurant in Arcadia. Used to be owned by George Woolf, who also rode the famous race horse - Seabiscuit. The derby was originall
Enjoying a day at the park
Enjoying a day at the park. Watching a preseason game at Angel Stadium - Dodgers vs the Angels. Good times. . . . . .
Smoked meats at Wholly Smokes
Smoked meats at Wholly Smokes. Brisket, pork ribs, Tri tip, and a bunch of sides. I liked the Cajun rice, fatty beef, and the spicy bbq sauce. Cool venue with a large draft beer selection. Friendly ow
Arcadia San Gabriel Valley
Santa Anita BBQ Championship at the Santa Anita Racetrack in Arcadia
Santa Anita BBQ Championship at the Santa Anita Racetrack in Arcadia. Got to try a bunch of different bbq including, Pulled Pork Nachos, BBQ chicken, BBQ pork tenderloin, BBQ pulled pork tacos, BBQ po
Instagram Post — April 01, 2022
March 20 posts
APL Barbecue
APL Barbecue. Adam Perry Lang, BBQ Hall of Famer, in my neck of the woods! APL, a YETI brand ambassador, has a new barbecue joint featuring smoked Beef Ribs! Though there’s no brisket, I feel beef rib
Do you remember having fundraisers at Shakey’s? Or do you remember having th...
Do you remember having fundraisers at Shakey’s? Or do you remember having the yummy and unique Mojo Potatoes. Or have you had the Shakey’s lunch buffet? Tonight was having that itch scratched, when it
Steak at the Palm in DTLA
Steak at the Palm in DTLA. The tomahawk ribeye and a bunch of sides. Started off with a nice bottle of wine. Solid steakhouse that came from NYC. . . . . .
Hollywood
The Arnold Palmer at The Old Spaghetti Factory
The Arnold Palmer at The Old Spaghetti Factory. Remember the Hollywood location back in the day? Now the closet one is in Duarte. This Italian American is a friend’s favorite. I didn’t realize how pop
Brunch at Poppy & Rose
Brunch at Poppy & Rose. Benedict’s - avocado and fried chicken. And of course a Bloody Mary. Rooftop outdoor dining patio on top of a parking structure at DTLA’a flower district. Make sure you make re
Great drinks and cool bar
Great drinks and cool bar. Nice patio with outdoor bar. I would describe them as having finely crafted drinks with bitters. I’ve been told this is the place where bartenders go for drinks. . . . . .
and nachos
Birria Tacos, mulitas, and nachos
Birria Tacos, mulitas, and nachos. After drinking we go for eats in east Los Angeles, in Lincoln Heights. The birria Consume is great with the tacos and mulitas. I learned about the consume, with a li
mazesoba from Nagoya
Japanese noodles, mazesoba from Nagoya
Japanese noodles, mazesoba from Nagoya. Dry noodles with toppings. Toppings include ground pork, scallions, seaweed, poached egg, soft boiled egg, garlic, and chasu. Also had some fried chicken. After
Tacos at Tacos 1986
Tacos at Tacos 1986. Great taco joint in DTLA. They specialize in adobada tacos. Love this place. Also glad they have topo chico sparkling water. . . . .
bourbons and scotches
Whiskey and Cigars at had some great whiskeys, bourbons and scotches
Whiskey and Cigars at had some great whiskeys, bourbons and scotches. also had a cigar. And had some iberico ham to snack on. . . . . .
Bloody Mary and Lunch
Bloody Mary and Lunch. Cauliflower tacos and Al Pastor tacos, with fries and chicken strips. Also the caipirinha with mezcal and cachaça and passion fruit juice was raves about. Excellent day for a ro
Instagram Post — March 16, 2022
Torrance South Bay
Roast beef set at Wadatsumi in Torrance
Roast beef set at Wadatsumi in Torrance. Japanese restaurant that specializes in steak and beef. They also have sushi bowls, too. Popular lunch and dinner spot. Get here early. . . . . .
Have I told you that I like Dim Sum? Grand Harbot hasn’t been open that long...
Have I told you that I like Dim Sum? Grand Harbot hasn’t been open that long, but is one of the finer Dim Sum restaurants in SGV. They also have a good Cantonese Roasted Meat 燒臘 shop next door, which
Sichuan food 川菜 at Xiang La Hui 香辣汇
Sichuan food 川菜 at Xiang La Hui 香辣汇. We had Spicy Roasted Fish with Red Peppers 香辣风味烤鱼, which was super spicy. The square caldron of fire had a simmering oily broth of goodness with cauliflower, potat
Gamjatang and Bo-Ssam
Gamjatang and Bo-Ssam. The Gamjatang, pork neck with potatoes had good flavor and texture. But it was a challenge to pick and eat the meat. The Bo-Ssam, the boiled pork belly, was messy but yummy with
Tokyo
Happy Hour at Wolf & Crane in DTLA Little Tokyo
Happy Hour at Wolf & Crane in DTLA Little Tokyo. Cool spot that got crowded fast. Luckily we got there early to get a table. . . . . .
Dim Sum at Chef Tony
Dim Sum at Chef Tony. Squid ink shrimp Shu mai with gold leaf and shrimp and pork dumpling har gow with black truffle were the unique dim sum dishes. . . . .
Soltani Kabob and Fesenjoon
Soltani Kabob and Fesenjoon. Soltani is filet mignon and ground beef and fesenjoon is stewed chicken breast unground walnut, grilled onion, and pomegranate sauce. The fragrant saffron basmati rice was
Alicha Beef Wot on the Beef and Veggie Platter at GS Cafe
Alicha Beef Wot on the Beef and Veggie Platter at GS Cafe. Great flavors and different experience having Ethiopian cuisine. Haven’t had it in years. Had the Tej, the sweet honey wine, like mead. I rea
February 9 posts
black sesame tofu milk and sweet tofu with black sesame de...
Panda tofu drink - black sesame tofu milk and sweet tofu with black sesame de...
Panda tofu drink - black sesame tofu milk and sweet tofu with black sesame dessert. The slightly sweet tofu drink was refreshing. The tofu dessert, which needs to be mixed, ended up being a a little t
Barbecue Day at Moo’s Craft Barbecue
Barbecue Day at Moo’s Craft Barbecue. Beef brisket, pork ribs, pulled pork, pork belly burnt ends, sides of corn, Mac and cheese, and slaw. Yummy. Too bad they were out of beef ribs. I heard that not
Hollywood
Texas BBQ at Slab
Texas BBQ at Slab. Had brisket, of course, pulled pork, pork ribs, collard greens, Mac and cheese and corn bread. Too bad we didn’t come on the weekends for beef ribs. The the pulled pork and pork spa
Instagram Post — February 16, 2022
smoked beef ribs
smoked beef ribs. I smoked this for 7 hours last night. Yummy. Salt, pepper, and garlic dry rub. Used my Webber Smokey mountain. Costco ribs . . . . .
Outdoor brunch at Benchmark in Santa Ana
Outdoor brunch at Benchmark in Santa Ana. Great outdoor patio, tasty drinks, and yummy brunch. But I think the outdoor space was the best. Oh and the potatoes brava was really good too. Great to catch
Favorite diner
Favorite diner. This is how I think American diners should/ought to be. Stereotypical diners with staff in uniforms, classic coffee mugs, hearty meals, and great breakfasts. Only wish they had a Blood
NFL Experience in DTLA
NFL Experience in DTLA. Lots of cool things to do and see. Interesting. Great for kids. But unfortunately there are lots of lines . . . . .
Pepper Bellies
Pepper Bellies. I first had this when I played little league. The snack store had this unique concoction that I never had before. It was basically regular Fritos corn chips, chili with beans, and shre
January 3 posts
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Northeastern Chinese Cuisine at Northern Cafe
Northeastern Chinese Cuisine at Northern Cafe. 東北菜 is one of the more under appreciated cuisines in my humble opinion. Dumplings and noodles are the hallmarks of Northeastern Chinese Cuisine. We had l
Vegan Mexican
Vegan Mexican. Potato pimento flautas, enchiladas verdes, and jack fruit carnitas tacos. . . . . . .