Fort Walton Beach, Florida. On the water side of Highway 98, don’t miss the locals low- key go-to place for fresh sushi and all things delicious. Lovely sake selection and original rolls such as the Cookie Monster and the Double Dragon. You can Sushi Me or Sushi Us! Make reservations on the way in…
Teeny tiny and tucked on a side street on the way to the beach, 9 Style Sushi, a little piece of fresh sushi heaven. Worth the wait, the walk, the noise and the crowd to be part of the neighborhood vibe and pretend to be a beach local. Simply amazing food and a great sake and beer selection. They said it first- ‘happiness is a sushi date at 9 style sushi’!
Yes, what a stunningly beautiful and peaceful place. Quail, hummingbirds, rabbits, colorful little birds, flowering cactus and Happy Hour in the R Bar every day with lovely live entertainment, great wine and fabulous appetizers. Brunch in Rita’s works, dinner in Lincoln overrated except for the Lobster Escargot, spa treatments worth every penny and more. (ask for Kristine-you’ll be glad you did)
And, thank goodness, there is one of these:
Tucked into downtown Manassas, Siam Classic, both fresh and authentic, did not disappoint. A stroll around the neighborhood before or after is a must. Be delighted by this quaint and precious place.
Right on the water, under the Brooks Bridge, Bay Cafe. Impeccable service, freshest of seafood, homemade desserts (French Silk Pie-Oh My!) and mouthwatering nightly specials. The appetizer Crab Cakes and Sea Bass Picatta on this visit were beyond compare. Superior wine choices. Inside or outside on the water. Divine.
Istanbul, Turkey, Ciragan Palace- a once in a lifetime dinner experience from start to finish. Delicate fresh fish, house made breads and pastries, stunning presentation and service beyond compare. Traveling to Istanbul, you must treat yourself to a Ciragan Palace experience. You deserve it!
When in the Florida panhandle, go to Seagars. Sit at the bar, and just enjoy the dark, calm, cool atmosphere. Expert bartenders, mouthwatering over sized appetizers and perfect service. Yes, that is a mound of truffle fries. No delicate way to eat them, but eat them, you will. Along with the fresh crab, crab cake swimming in jambalaya.
“Eat pie, love life”, they say here. Then you will fall in love with DeWitt, Michigan. Goodness!
This happened in Washington DC. If you are German, this is where you go and this is what you eat. Have no idea what everything was, but can tell you, every single bite was delicious. The German wine was pretty amazing too! (And so was the gentleman playing the piano in the dining room.)
“As you walk and eat and travel, be where you are. Otherwise you will miss most of your life.” ~ Buddha
In the heart of Fort Walton Beach, Florida on every single Sunday morning of the year, this amazing temple has fresh food unlike any you have experienced before. Fresh Pad Thai, Spring Rolls, Fried Plantains, skewers of pork cooked outside over open flame and so much more. All proceeds go to the upkeep of the temple and it’s resident monks. Visiting the Florida panhandle? A Sunday morning here is an absolute must. Five+ star.
