Menchanko-tei (New York, NY)

I got into NYC late after a flight delay and wanted to find a quick dinner in Midtown East, so checked out this place and was not disappointed.

Menchanko (Thick Ramen, Soy Broth, Chicken, Shrimp, Salmon Ball, Tofu, Rice Cake, Vegetables)


Takoyaki (Octopus Dumpling Ball)

B&G Oysters (Boston, MA)

Glad I visited this place during Restaurant Week!

Shrimp Croquettes (with Spicy Tomato, Horseradish and Frisée)


Moules Frites (with French Fries and Spicy Tomato Soup)


Spiced Cheesecake (with Ras el Hanout, Graham Crackers and Cranberry Chutney)

The Butcher Shop (Boston, MA)

I found this place while walking around the South End looking for a place to grab a late lunch -- think it's worth revisiting!

Ribollita (with Pancetta, Cannellini Beans and Cabbage)


Strozzapretti (with Smoked Mushrooms, Broccoli Rabe and Parmesan)


Chocolate Mousse

Xi'an Famous Foods (New York, NY)

Went to the Chinatown (Bayard) branch of Xi'am Famous Foods (西安名吃) with an old colleague.  Definitely coming back here next time!

Pork Zha Jiang Hand-Pulled Noodles (炸酱面)


Liang Pi Cold Skin Noodles (凉皮)


Spicy Cumin Lamb Burger (羊肉夹馍)

Tsushima (New York, NY)

Another good value-for-money sushi place in New York.

Sushi Sashimi Moriawase