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An Edible Roadtrip in California Part I-LA and SB
There’s something special about going on a road trip, isn’t there? It screams adventures, great tunes and spontaneity. Some would say it makes the best kind of holiday. So, with my bags packed, playlist created, I knew an American road trip was the way to go…
The term California cuisine arose as a result of culinary movements starting in the 1970s. It emphasized a lot on the non-traditional take on classics, as well as a lot of fusion- involving the freshest ingredients possible. In California, your meals may be served on a simple wood plank set with mismatched cutlery. No fancy china and polished silver in sight, but there is always abundant sunshine, and, the meals are always magnificent. Dusty and down-to earth, Californian food reaps its star power from its authenticity.
I simply appreciated the fresh take on everything I ate in the Golden State, from homemade ice-cream to super fresh seafood and produce… Here are some of my favorites!
Lived up to expectations and I enjoyed strolling around the well presented food stalls and eateries.
The Original Farmers Market: 6333 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Nothing screams California more than the Venice beach. Best place for people watching.
Friendly staff and nice location as you can watch people walking on the boardwalk while eating, sometime enjoying the street singers.
Figtree’s Cafe : 429 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
Route 66-aka the Mother Road crosses 8 states from Chicago to Los Angeles. The famous route cruises its 90th year this November, driving down it has been one of the items on my bucket list.
So many delicious food choices to satisfy any palette.
Grand Central Market: 9, 317 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013
The beautiful Sterns Wharf, Santa Barbara.
Situated at the end of the wharf, is small enough to make you feel like a local. Food is fresh and delicious. Standing at the end of pier and looking back at the city of Santa Barbara… is a very special moment you will never forget!
They also serve clam chowder in a sourdough bowl (which is a typical San Francisco dish) and pretty decent crab cakes.
Santa Barbara Shellfish Company:230 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Simply the ice cream heaven!! I went there twice within 3 days, they have all these unique flavours but whisky & pecan pralines definitely won my heart.
NYC Part I- The Breakfast-loving Carnivore
I once heard someone says, “You live more life in one day in New York City than you do somewhere else in a year.” Coming home with a terrible jet lag, I do feel 10 years older after my recent trip to the Big Apple. Sitting in front of the computer at 4am in the morning, I can’t help recalling every single detail of my favourite trip ever. Perhaps that’s a big claim, but I can say without a doubt that NYC is my favourite city and I don’t think there is anything that will ever beat.
What makes New York unique is its history, tradition, architecture, culture and people, there is such vibrancy to the city that you don’t find anywhere else in America or even in the world. With tens of thousands of restaurants and even more kiosks, delis and roadside stands where you can take a quick bite whenever you feel like – NYC dining scene just does better than anywhere else!
I could spend ten more years eating and drinking in the city without conquering all of its restaurants or bars. So this list wasn’t meant to be exhaustive, just to share with you some of my personal favourites in several categories.
Breakfast
Ever since Breakfast at Tiffany’s, breakfast and the city were inseparable. I might not have eaten my bagel while window-shopping on the 5th avenue but I was more than happy to have started my daily adventures with a full stomach.
1.Best Bagel and Coffee
225 W 35th St, New York, NY 10018, Midtown West
Some say it’s the water that makes the city’s bagels so delicious. Some say it’s the special way the Polish Jews immigrants prepared the dough. I don’t care. I just want one. Now!
2. Fairway Cafe
2127 Broadway 2nd Fl, New York, NY 10023, Upper West Side
A traditional american diner with huge windows overlooking Broadway. Love their silver dollar pancakes!
3. Sarabeth’s
423 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024, b/t 80th St & 81st St Upper West Side
The crab cake eggs benedict is fantastic!
Steak– A trip to the states is not complete without some serious red meat consumption.
1.St. Anselm
355 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211,
b/t 4th St & Havemeyer St Williamsburg – North Side
Unlike the old-school chophouses which feature dark wood and clubby atmospheres, this contemporary steakhouse in Brooklyn offers very solid char-grilled steak. The hanger steak is excellent and don’t forget to order their thick-cut bacon for sides!
2. Costata
206 Spring St, New York, NY 10012, b/t Sullivan St & Avenue Of The Americas, South Village
Meaning rib-eye in Italian, Costata is a upscale restaurant in SOHO owned by the famous pasta chef Michael White. Their dry aged steak is a must, take the menu’s advice and order pasta as a side dish with steak. You won’t regret it!
3. Lincoln Sqaure Steak
208 W 70th St, New York, NY 10023, b/t Amsterdam Ave & End Ave
Upper West Side
Walking into this steakhouse with red walls, suede sofa booth and murals on the walls, feels like stepping into the best era of the 40s. Highly recommend the cream spinach as side for the steak, which is exceptional in its own right!