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The Complete Restuarant Guide

If you enjoy eating out and trying new restaurants, you'll find a lot of interesting information in this blog. My name is Patsy Rogers and my husband and I love going to different restaurants and eating a variety of foods. Every Saturday we eat at a different restaurant and many times we travel several miles to try a new place. We do a lot of research to find the best eating establishments and then we make plans to visit that location. In this blog, you'll learn how to find the best restaurants in your area, how to make smart menu selections and the proper etiquette for eating out. You'll also learn about the many different kinds of cuisine from around the world. I hope that you enjoy reading all about restaurants and that this blog helps to enhance your dining experience.

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The Complete Restuarant Guide

2016

Planning A Birthday Party For A Picky Eater? What To Know
If you are looking to host a birthday party at a restaurant for a very picky eater, but you aren't sure what they will eat or if you can find a restaurant that will suit everyone's palate, there are a few things to consider. Before planning the event be sure that you can bring in a desert if needed, and that you can get meal options to accommodate everyone.  Here are a few things you want to do before you it down and find out that your birthday dinner is a bust.

Clueless About Vietnamese Cuisine? Here's 4 Amazing Things To Try Out
Many people are not familiar with Vietnamese cuisine. It doesn't have the ubiquitous presence in most neighborhoods that Chinese restaurants have. Also, it didn't have the same push that Japanese food had due to the popularity of hibachi cooking technique and the overwhelming success of sushi in the United States. However, that might change once people start eating Vietnamese food. Ask anyone who lives in a city with a thriving Vietnamese community, and they will attest that the food is amazing.

Seafood Is A Great Nutritional Choice For Those Into Fitness Boxing
White collar boxing is the nickname given to boxing workout programs that cater to working professionals. While not as intense as amateur or pro training, "executive boxing" sessions are designed to push people to their limit through an equipment-based training workout.Those unfamiliar with boxing training soon discover they must select meals properly before heading over to the gym or else stamina is going to falter. Seafood restaurants do not automatically come to mind when thinking about boxing nutrition, but these eateries are near perfect choices for those in need of performance and recovery foods.

How To Make Life Easy For Your Delivery Driver
Getting pizza delivered to your home could arguably be one of the better aspects of civilized life. You don't have to worry about grease stains on your car seats, and you don't have to deal with planning a small trip to the pizzeria to get your order. But your delivery person is a person, after all, and how you treat the delivery person at your door can make all the difference in his or her life.

Vegetarian Options When You Go To A Fine Dining Restaurant With Friends
When you are a vegetarian, it can be difficult to go out to dinner with friends who are carnivores.  Fine dining restaurants that cater to those that love meat and seafood, usually create at least one dish that is suitable for vegetarians. Especially when you also do not eat seafood, finding a meal that you will love in a luxury restaurant may take some investigation. Ask About Pasta Dishes If there is one dish you can usually count on is a pasta dish at a fine dining restaurant.

Tips For Taking Tantalizing Food Photos At A Restaurant
In today's digital age, taking photos of your food and uploading them to social media is a common occurrence. If you've often enjoyed looking at the food snapshots of your online friends, and you've decided that you want to start taking these photos during your next restaurant visit, it's more than just grabbing your smartphone and clicking away. Taking mouthwatering photos of your food that stand out requires a careful approach beyond the standard tip of making sure that the photo is in focus.

How To Grill Some Juicy Chicken This Summer
Grilled chicken is just as much a summer classic as a burger fresh off the grill. However, it can be tough to grill a chicken perfectly. It is way too easy to end up with a grilled chicken that is dry and way too tough. Here are a few tricks to grilling juicy chicken on your charcoal grill this summer. Create A Two Area Coal Fire  The first thing you need to do is add some charcoal to your grill and light them up.

Sing A Song Of Singaporean Cuisine: 3 Dishes From Singapore You Must Absolutely Try
A tiny country located in Southeast Asia, Singapore is, in many ways, considered a crossroads of Asian culture. The politics, arts, and cuisine all tend to borrow from other Asian nationalities and cultures but congeal into an entity that is distinctly Singaporean. The food is truly something else. It is a hodgepodge of everything that makes Asian cuisine delicious. Read on and discover just a few dishes from Singapore that you must absolutely try!

Three Tips For The Next Time You Need To Reheat Pizza
Pizza is one of the more popular dishes for people to have when they decide to go out to eat or order delivery. However, it is common for individuals to have leftover pizza, and they may make some simple mistakes when it comes to reheating this dish. To help ensure that your pizza tastes as good as possible, you will want to make sure to keep the following tips in mind the next time you have leftover pizza.

3 Authentic Italian Dishes You Have to Try
Although Italian-American food is quite delicious, there is something about authentic Italian dishes that simply can't be beat. They are often somewhat lighter affairs than their American counterparts but in some cases can take longer to construct. Their simplicity is somewhat deceiving! Whether you are going to try your own hand at preparing one of these dishes, going to an Italian restaurant, or hiring the services of a caterer who specializes in authentic Italian cuisine, you absolutely must try at least one of these dishes.

Must-Have Restaurant Equipment For Brunch Service
Whether you run a catering company that offers brunch menus or your restaurant holds a brunch buffet, having the right equipment can make it easy for your staff to serve up delicious dishes to your guests. Here is a selection of the must-have restaurant and catering equipment you need to pull of the perfect brunch service. Belgian Waffle Irons Some buffets let guests make their own waffles, while many catering companies will make waffles to order.

3 Authentic Chinese Dishes You Absolutely Must Try
Chinese food is popular in every state, but what is considered Chinese food in America is not exactly what Chinese chefs have in mind when preparing their endemic cuisine. Authentic Chinese food ranges from rich, beefy dishes to elegant seafood dishes to refreshing vegetable based cuisine. Read on and discover just a few authentic Chinese dishes that you should definitely try. Make your way to a local Chinese restaurant that specializes in authentic cuisine or try your own hand at constructing one of these delicious dishes.

FAQ About Creating A Healthy Sandwich
Have you been trying to come up with healthier options when dining at sandwich shops? Depending on the shops that you dine at, there are likely numerous healthy options that can be made into a custom sandwich. This article has answers to a few of the questions that you might have in mind about creating a healthy sandwich. What is a Healthy Meat Choice? One of the healthiest meat options commonly sold at sandwich shops is turkey.

4 Chinese Restaurant Menu Options That Are Weight-Loss Friendly
If you love Chinese food but are currently trying to lose weight, you may think that you should not visit any Chinese restaurants until your weight-loss goals have been met. Weight loss is largely based on creating a caloric deficit. Although many items on a Chinese restaurant's menu may be over your caloric limit, there are options that are weight-loss friendly. Here are a few of them: Eat wonton soup.

3 Reasons Why You Should Throw Your Teenager's Birthday Party At A Pizza Place
If you are in the process of putting together a party for your teenager, you likely realize that one of the most important aspects of the party is the food. You are going to have a bunch of hungry teens together at once, so having some good food for them to enjoy is crucial. A great location to throw your teenager's birthday party, that has great food, is a pizza place.

3 Ways to Elevate Your Outdoor Event Experience
There's nothing better than holding your warm summer evening event alfresco. Whether you're planning a birthday bash, an anniversary party, a graduation celebration, or a baby or bridal shower, a restaurant with a patio or courtyard, such as Hangar On the Wharf, can be the ideal venue. Not only will the food be taken care of, but your guests will be able to enjoy the setting while they celebrate, mix, and mingle.

3 Unique And Uncommon Pizza Styles
As delicious as they are, everyone knows about a Sicillian slice, New York style or Chicago deep dish pizzas. When it comes to pizza, there are tons of different types. Some are regional delicacies, while others have national renown, but may aren't just quite as relevant as the classic styles. Read on an discover a few unique and uncommon pizza styles. Schiacciata Schiacciata is a style of pizza that actually hails from Italy, as opposed to the United States, where most styles tend to originate.

Raw Oysters 101: A Basic Primer
Even if you love fish and seafood, eating raw oysters is generally a classic dichotomy; you either love them or hate them. And considering many people don't live near coastal areas, they may not have the opportunity to even try them very often. When the opportunity presents itself, a newcomer may shy away from the experience simply because they don't know what to do. Here is everything you need to know to about eating and enjoying raw oysters.

How To Order A Tasty Pizza When You Have Food Allergies
A traditional pizza loaded with cheese is not an allergy-friendly food. Cow's milk and wheat are two of the most common food allergens, and some people also have a negative reaction to tomato sauce and shrimp. Luckily, many restaurants understand that customers experience allergies, intolerance, and sensitivities to certain ingredients. Some restaurants have a dedicated allergy-friendly menu and kitchen area, while others are happy to honor special requests regarding food preparation.

How To Make Pizza Pockets With Homemade Crust
Are you looking for a delicious, finger-friendly alternative to delivery pizza? Try making these homemade pizza pockets. They're fun to dip in sauce and enjoy during game night, as a fun dinner, or as a weekend lunch option with the kids. And they're even made with a homemade crust! Ingredients (for the crust): 1 ½ cups water 3 ½ cups bread flour 3 teaspoons table salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 packet active dry yeast 1 ½ teaspoons white sugar Ingredients (for fillings and toppings):

6 Vegetarian Friendly Appetizers To Try At An Indian Buffet
Indian restaurants often have really nice buffet style lunches. This affords you the opportunity to sample many different types of food. If you're a vegetarian, then you're in luck. Indian menus often have lots of delicious, and vegetarian friendly, meals. Here is a quick description of some of the delicious Indian appetizers you might find that are suitable for you if you are a vegetarian. Vegetable Samosa These are little fried, savory pastries.

Two Grilled Chicken Wing Recipes That Will Make Mouths Drool
If you think chicken wings only belong in the fryer and not on the grill, think again. These recipes are great for bar and grill-style restaurants and result in piles of juicy, flavorful wings that will have everyone wanting seconds. The secret is brining the chicken wings ahead of time to make them moist and flavorful. Chili Lime Wings These wings are a bit spicy, but the tanginess from the lime juice keeps them from being overpowering.