2024-07-16
Hong Kong
The Chairman Restaurant
The Chairman is a prestigious Cantonese restaurant located in Central, Hong Kong. Owned by chef-owner Danny Yip, the restaurant opened in 2009 and was ranked at the top of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2021. The Chairman is renowned for its refined interpretations of traditional Cantonese dishes using locally sourced ingredients. After settling at its new location in 2022, Chairman is now a tasting menu-only restaurant consisting of many Chairman classic dishes while allowing diners to select the main dishes or even add extra courses. One of the signature items not to miss is the steamed fresh flower crab with aged Shaoxing wine and chicken fat. The freshness of the crab combined with the fragrance of aged Chinese rice wine truly captures the essence of Cantonese cuisine at its best.
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2024-07-16
Hong Kong
Seventh Son Restaurant
Opened by Head Chef Chui Wai Kwan, the seventh son of a renowned restaurant family that founded the Cantonese institution Fook Lam Moon, Seventh Son is known for serving the best traditional Cantonese cuisine in Hong Kong. The menu includes a variety of dishes, from banquet specialties such as roast suckling pig, braised abalone, stuffed crab shell with crab meat, and their famous crispy chicken all prepared in the traditional way. The dim sum menu at lunch features classic dishes like har gow, siu mai, and lor mai gai (glutinous rice steamed in lotus leaf), which are considered some of the best versions in Hong Kong. Seventh Son's suckling pig is a popular dish on social media, known for its crispy paper-thin skin and tender, juicy meat, making it one of the best in town.
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2024-05-24
Maine
Boone's Fish House & Oyster Room
Boone’s has been a landmark seafood restaurant and a popular beacon in Portland since 1898. The menu at Boone's Fish House & Oyster Room, including daily features, is prepared by talented and distinguished kitchen professionals. Their menu contains various native seafood, such as fresh Maine lobster steamed over rockweed, fried clams, wood-grilled fish, and steaks. This historic dining destination is recognized as the birthplace of the Baked Stuffed Lobster, created by Alexander Boone. The Baked Stuffed Lobster is prepared authentically by stuffing the lobsters with perfectly seasoned fresh Maine seafood.
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2024-04-10
Barcelona
Suculent
Suculent is a cozy eatery located near Fernando Botero’s whimsical cat sculpture in the Raval district. The restaurant features a mix of vintage items and follows the philosophy of "revival rather than renewal". The menu offers two contemporary options, with reimagined Mediterranean and Spanish dishes designed for sharing. The dishes are paired with a wine flight. The restaurant focuses on deep, flavorful broths, jus, and juices to bring out the strong and punchy flavors in the cuisine. The ingredients are locally sourced, and the influence of local Catalunyan cuisine leaves a diverse, interesting, and unique taste. The head chef, Toni Romero, was born and raised in Nules in Spain’s Castellón region. He has an innate respect for the land, the sea, and the sustainably sourced ingredients he works with, from bone marrow to stingrays. Suculent is a place where people stumble across and then return time and time again.
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2024-04-10
Portland
Amato's
In 1902, Giovanni Amato established a small sandwich cart near the docks, which later evolved into the famous Amato's sandwich shop on India Street. After working at the Portland shop for seven years, an Italian immigrant named Dominic Reali bought the business in 1972. From a single location on India Street, Amato's has now grown to over 40 locations across New England, serving a variety of Italian cuisine, including sandwiches, pizza, and pasta. Interestingly, Amato's sandwiches were the inspiration behind the creation of the Subway franchise. Amato's sandwiches are also popular amongst the renowned Maine author, Stephen King.
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2024-03-16
Sicilia
Al Vicolo Pizza&Vino
The story of the Al Vicolo Group began when a group of Sicilian food-economy entrepreneurs combined their experience and creativity to experiment with innovative formats. Al Vicolo is a well-known brand in Catania, representing quality and success, and now it has expanded to multiple projects. It has been several years since Angelo Scaringi and Lucio Ferlito set up four tables on the sidewalks of Via del Colosseo (Catania) to offer a giant pizza that could be shared by two people. This pizza was a hit and was presented in an oversized dress. Since then, the brand has grown and continues to offer new and exciting culinary experiences.
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2024-03-16
Sicilia
Antica Rosticceria Catanese dal 1907
If you're looking for a place to eat after taking a long walk around Fontana dell'Amenano, Antica Rosticceria Catanese dal 1907 is a great option. This food joint specializes in Italian cuisine and offers a diverse menu with a variety of dishes. Their fish is particularly tasty, and they also serve delicious cheese prepared by their skilled cooks. It's a perfect spot for a quick meal and some rest.
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2024-03-15
Sicilia
Trattoria del Cavaliere
The Trattoria del Cavaliere is a highly esteemed local restaurant in Catania, renowned for its top-notch Sicilian dishes and excellent customer service. Their success can be attributed to the skilled and experienced chefs, as well as the high-quality ingredients they use in the dishes, resulting in truly delicious meals. The large dining room can accommodate up to 140 guests, with seating divided over two levels and completely covered. The menu is full of traditional Sicilian specialties and local dishes and also offer a brazier kitchen service, which allows customers to request a specific cooking method for their meat or fish. All of their desserts are homemade, and Trattoria del Cavaliere's specialty is the highly sought-after "cake Fedora."
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2024-03-15
Sicilia
Le Tre Bocche
Le Tre Bocche is a seafood restaurant located in Catania that offers an extensive selection of fresh fish dishes. The restaurant's interior design is modern and elegant, creating a perfect ambiance for fine dining. Le Tre Bocche allows the delicious seafood from the region to shine in its exquisite dishes. The fact that the restaurant has its stand on the famous local seafood market is a testament to the quality of the ingredients like no other. The menu features tasty seafood specialties, prepared with the catch of the day displayed in a glass case next to the entrance. One of the restaurant's unique features is its 11 starter selection, which includes regular portions of raw and cooked seafood dishes, making it an excellent value for money. It is a lively and bustling place, with both locals and tourists filling it up. Prices are reasonable, considering the quality of the food. As the restaurant is situated on a side street, it is advised to make reservations in advance.
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2024-03-15
Sicilia
Trattoria Da Nuccio
A trip to Catania would not be complete without experiencing the culinary delights of Trattoria da Nuccio. This restaurant is located in the heart of the gastronomic scene and is renowned for its exceptional Sicilian cuisine. As a family-run establishment, Trattoria da Nuccio is loved by both locals and tourists for its warm hospitality and traditional Sicilian dishes. The menu changes daily based on the availability of fresh ingredients, but one can always expect to find classic dishes like pasta alla Norma, made with aubergines and salted ricotta, seasonal caponata, and the catch of the day grilled to perfection.
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