— Eating Out —

The Disfrutar Especial Tasting Menu – Barcelona, Spain

June 19, 2018

Disfrutar means “enjoy” in Spanish, and true to its name, the lunch experience here was one of the more enjoyable meals I’ve had. With a delightful combo of whimsical table-side presentations, our extra cheerful server, and a zen dining space, there was much to love about Disfrutar. I found myself smiling and feeling especially carefree during a… Read More The Disfrutar Especial Tasting Menu – Barcelona, Spain

— Eating Out, Travel —

A Midweek Escape at Singlethread Farm – Healdsburg, CA

April 24, 2018

What’s a perk of having two weddings? Two anniversaries! Since our two weddings were a month apart, it made sense to have a month long celebration! Singlethread Farm was my original pick for my husband’s surprise birthday dinner in 2016, but due to opening delays it didn’t pan out. After 1.5 years of anticipation, we… Read More A Midweek Escape at Singlethread Farm – Healdsburg, CA

— Eating Out —

The Chef’s Table at é by José Andrés – Las Vegas

April 10, 2018

I’ve been dragging my feet on my recap of é by José Andrés, but four months later is better than never right? Eight other trips, a job change, and 100s of meals later…here’s a throwback to December 2017! é in Las Vegas was probably the most intimate dining experience I’ve had. You share a chef’s… Read More The Chef’s Table at é by José Andrés – Las Vegas

— In The Kitchen —

Your New Favorite Quick Bread – Persimmon Whiskey Bread with Pecans and Dried Apricots

February 28, 2018

Our household has an obsession with persimmons. Because of the limited, seasonable nature of this fruit (typically November through February), we go a bit crazy at the local farmer’s market this time of year. In February, we found flats of 24 very ripe Hachiya persimmons for $10/flat. These usually go for $2+ per fruit here,… Read More Your New Favorite Quick Bread – Persimmon Whiskey Bread with Pecans and Dried Apricots

— Eating Out —

Atelier Crenn – A Poetic, Modern French Experience in SF

February 11, 2018

Dominique Crenn is one bad-ass lady. She’s breaking barriers as a world-renowned female chef while being a mother, and she’s incredibly down-to-earth and personable! Last weekend I had the opportunity to visit her restaurant Atelier Crenn a second time, and I loved my experience. This meal resonated with me on all levels – presentation, service, and above… Read More Atelier Crenn – A Poetic, Modern French Experience in SF

— In The Kitchen —

Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Football Dip

January 29, 2018

I’m a fan of savory cheese balls, but I usually pick sweet over savory. When I saw this chocolate chip cream cheese football from Belle of the Kitchen, I knew I had to try it! The adorable football shaped appetizer is so simple to make, and it’s a visual crowd pleaser. Print Chocolate Chip Cream… Read More Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Football Dip

— Eating Out, Travel —

2017’s Most Memorable Bites

December 31, 2017

2017 was one of my favorite years for food. I enjoyed so many vibrant, punchy, and creative dishes. In contrast to the kaiseki-heavy and refined restraint of last year, 2017 was all about bold, indulgent deliciousness! Since I have the biggest sweet tooth, I’m kicking off my most memorable bites with my favorite pastry of… Read More 2017’s Most Memorable Bites

— Eating Out, Travel —

2017’s Top Three Restaurants

December 27, 2017

It’s time to reflect and pick my top food experiences of 2017! This year, I had a fun variety of meals – from high end tasting menus to bun cha served on the side of the street. My Vietnam trip was a major highlight – how cool to experience my favorite cuisine in its country… Read More 2017’s Top Three Restaurants

— Eating Out —

Pineapple and Pearls Review – Washington, DC

December 15, 2017

You know you spend too much on food when you think $280 for a meal is great value! But seriously, the pre-pay ticket at Pineapple and Pearls gets you the full tasting menu with tax, tip, and generous drink pairings included! What a refreshing change from other two and three star Michelin spots that charge… Read More Pineapple and Pearls Review – Washington, DC

— Eating Out —

Turkey and the Wolf – Life-changing Sandwiches in New Orleans

November 14, 2017

Never before has a restaurant obliterated and exceeded my expectations so resoundingly, as did Turkey and the Wolf. The national media rankings and raves from friends were right, Turkey and the Wolf is absolutely killing it. Located a few blocks off of Magazine St. in the Garden District, Turkey and the Wolf is an easy… Read More Turkey and the Wolf – Life-changing Sandwiches in New Orleans

Will Wander For Food

My food and travel journey

The Puzzling Mediocrity of L’Arpège – Paris, France

Dialogue Discouraged at Dialogue Restaurant – Los Angeles

A Dreamy Garden Dinner at Epicure Le Bristol – Paris, France

Gaggan Pop Up at Eight Tables – San Francisco

Kame Omakase – Modern Japanese Off the Las Vegas Strip

Maum – A Modern Korean Tasting Menu in Palo Alto

Dining Inside the Eiffel Tower at Le Jules Verne – Paris, France

The Letdown of Arzak – San Sebastian, Spain

The Disfrutar Especial Tasting Menu – Barcelona, Spain

A Midweek Escape at Singlethread Farm – Healdsburg, CA

The Chef’s Table at é by José Andrés – Las Vegas

Your New Favorite Quick Bread – Persimmon Whiskey Bread with Pecans and Dried Apricots

Atelier Crenn – A Poetic, Modern French Experience in SF

Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Football Dip

2017’s Most Memorable Bites

2017’s Top Three Restaurants

Pineapple and Pearls Review – Washington, DC

Turkey and the Wolf – Life-changing Sandwiches in New Orleans