"In Love" means to be infused with, or to feel deep affection or passion. Therefore I think it's safe to say that I am in love with food. When dining out the anticipation of the appetizer is almost too much to bear. I walk into the restaurant taking in all the lingering aromas from the kitchen while scoping out the coziest corner to dine. Then the moment of truth arrives and it's time to partake of the offerings of the establishment and I open my mind before my mouth as it guarantees a better experience. I dig in aggressively, taking a big first bite instead of one of those dainty nibbles as I am intent on getting a true experience of the dish. If my mouth and mind approves I sit back and chew really slowly, daring the flavors to linger on my tongue. A variety of the best dishes usually end up on my plate at home. My personal dare is to recreate the masterpiece in the take away bowl in the fridge. I have been challenging my sense of smell and taste for years in this way and it has helped me master many dishes I use regularly in my catering service.
This blog was born after I read an article about the diversity of my borough Queens. It has been reported to be the most diverse place in the U.S. That got my brain and belly going immediately as I realized how many different cuisines there must be out there that I haven't tried. It is a life long dream of mine to taste food from as many countries as I can. Imagine my excitement to find that just about half of those countries were represented in my own backyard. The quest now is to find a restaurant serving authentic ethnic cuisine and savor the city that I now love so much more.
The Challenge:
1)Locate an establishment that serves up the most authentic food from a country or region on my list and taste as much on the menu as I can.
2)Write a review that includes pictures and all, telling the story of my total experience.
3)This is where you come in. For every four (4) reviews posted, I will ask you the readers to select one menu you would like to have me recreate. It will be my challenge to diligently and carefully cook the dish that you've chosen that best mirrors the experience.
Come with me on a fantastic and fun journey of cultures and flavors as I taste my way through countries and regions all represented in the best city on earth...Queens.
This blog was born after I read an article about the diversity of my borough Queens. It has been reported to be the most diverse place in the U.S. That got my brain and belly going immediately as I realized how many different cuisines there must be out there that I haven't tried. It is a life long dream of mine to taste food from as many countries as I can. Imagine my excitement to find that just about half of those countries were represented in my own backyard. The quest now is to find a restaurant serving authentic ethnic cuisine and savor the city that I now love so much more.
The Challenge:
1)Locate an establishment that serves up the most authentic food from a country or region on my list and taste as much on the menu as I can.
2)Write a review that includes pictures and all, telling the story of my total experience.
3)This is where you come in. For every four (4) reviews posted, I will ask you the readers to select one menu you would like to have me recreate. It will be my challenge to diligently and carefully cook the dish that you've chosen that best mirrors the experience.
Come with me on a fantastic and fun journey of cultures and flavors as I taste my way through countries and regions all represented in the best city on earth...Queens.
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