After living on the east coast for a year, I took a solo road trip that gave me a chance to explore new parts of the coast.
Category: Destinations
36 Hours in Brooklyn
A few of the places I ate on my first trip to Brooklyn, including coffee, pastries, and a memorable brunch.
Eating Alone in America’s Food Cart Capital
A weekend of solo travel and eating in Portland, the food cart capital of America.
My Favorite Local San Diego Restaurants for Takeout During the Pandemic
Now more than ever, restaurants need our support. These are the places I’ve been returning to again and again during this pandemic.
What I Ate on My First Trip to New Orleans (Besides Beignets)
New Orleans is one of the best foodie cities in the US, and full of classic dishes for first-time visitors.
Quarantine Eating in Scotland
Some of the best local takeaway eats in Edinburgh during the coronavirus lockdown.
Jeune et Jolie: Eater San Diego’s Restaurant of the Year 2019
Timeless but also of the moment, every detail about the dining experience was thoughtful and delightful.
My California Foodie Road Trip
My solo road trip up the California coast in search of some small towns, beautiful hikes, and great food.
Where to Eat on a Day Trip to Tijuana
From famous chefs to small market stands, the food scene in Tijuana is buzzing.
6 Must-Eat Foods in Prague
A guide to the food I love to eat in Prague, both traditional and trendy.
The London Restaurant I Get Excited About
Worth a visit for the pain perdu alone, The Ninth is an elegant expression of Chef Jun Tanaka’s talent.
My Favorite Biscuit Places
In honor of National Buttermilk Biscuit Day, I’m sharing my favorite biscuit spots from my travels.
One Perfect Day of Eating in Vancouver
A few of my favorite spots for a day of eating in Vancouver, Canada.
The Tasting Menu at Pujol in Mexico City
I had the best solo dining experience of my life at Pujol, #12 on the list of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants.
Common Stock
The geometric chicken on their logo says it all: this is a place that understands fried chicken.
Where to Eat on a Day Trip to Dublin
The Boxty House lives up to their ethos “the humble spud, made beautiful,” serving potato boxty and other traditional Irish dishes.
Three Days in Austin, Texas
My long weekend of eating in the Texas capitol.
The White Horse Oyster & Seafood Bar
You can’t beat Buck a Shuck weekday happy hour at The White Horse in Edinburgh, where the oysters are a crowning achievement.
3 Days in Venice Beach
My itinerary for a long weekend of eating and sightseeing in LA’s Venice Beach neighborhood.
Gjelina
The most famous restaurant in LA’s Venice Beach has lost some of its luster.