Review: Kantaro: The Sweet Tooth Salaryman I spent a good part of my weekend binge-watching a new Netflix-produced show called Kantaro: The Sweet Tooth Salaryman. Was it worth my time? Oh hell yes.I've struggled to come up with a description. IMDB describes it thusly, "A stoic book salesman leads a double life as he plays hooky from work to write his sweets blog. In … [Read more...] about Kantaro: The Sweet Tooth Salaryman
This Whole UK Restaurant is Fake – and People Love It
I've long suspected that some people will like a bad restaurant just because it has a lot of hype. Such is the case for The Shed at Dulwich. From NPR's The Salt, The Shed at Dulwich was one of the most exclusive eateries in south London for about six months — available only by reservation, the "appointment-only restaurant" could be booked for weeks in advance.With a menu … [Read more...] about This Whole UK Restaurant is Fake – and People Love It
Memories – Making Mayonnaise From Scratch
How to make mayonnaise from scratch - and stories In 1962, I spent the first of many summers in Waxahachie, Texas. My parents, who were heading to Europe, dropped me at the departure gate of LAX, and I took the trip alone, which was an adventure enough to make the whole summer worthwhile. In those days, the “stewardess” gave young travelers special attention. I was seated next … [Read more...] about Memories – Making Mayonnaise From Scratch
Reader Survey 2017: Best Coffee Roaster in Portland
What is the best coffee roaster in Portland? This is all about the beans. I asked for Best Coffee Roaster in Portland in a separate question from best coffeehouse, because I wanted to concentrate strictly on the coffee, so this is a new question this year. It seems like everyone has decided that roasting coffee is easy, so we've been flooded with new offerings. Unfortunately, … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2017: Best Coffee Roaster in Portland
Hamlet Restaurant Closes
Hamlet in Portland has served their last meal From Facebook, "It's true. Hamlet will be closing its doors after last call on Saturday, but we hope to see you one last time for a drink and a slice of our best!Thanks to everyone who's ever come through, cozied up to our bar, sipped our cocktails, and shared in our love of great food and spirits from around the world. It has … [Read more...] about Hamlet Restaurant Closes