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Being in a new city is exciting enough, let alone thinking about what to do and, possibly more importantly, where to eat! This can be a challenging decision, but learning a few tricks to fail-proof dining can be just the help you need.
Walking or driving around a new city can provide clues to the best places to eat if you have arrived without a list of suggestions, and these hints can oftentimes be all the help you (more…)

A delicious meal can easily be ruined by a poor bottle of wine, just as a great vintage’s taste can be affected by pairing it with meat instead of fish. Learning to pair wines with meals is both a time-honored tradition and an art form. Follow this simple guide to make the right pairing every time.

White Wines
Wines like chardonnay, white riesling and pinot grigio are best paired with shellfish and mild cheeses. White wines often make a delicious pairing with poultry and spicy foods as well.

Red Wines
Dark wines such as pinot noir, merlot and malbec (more…)

I was fortunate enough to have wonderful managers who provided me with good training and taught me the importance of good service. Thus, as a former server, I am always very aware of how I am treated when dining out. Nowadays the hospitality industry focuses on the experience even more than the actual food, and the person serving you is key to this experience.

When tipping your server, there are a few things to consider:

- How long did the server take to first come to the table.
- What attitude/greeting did the server give (more…)

There are plenty of good restaurants, but not great restaurants. Many people consider any restaurant in which they can have a tasty meal good, but there may be something lacking. So what is the difference between the two? Several things actually.

A great restaurant should of course have great food. This is the standard by which most restaurants are judged. However, it takes more than excellent cuisine to make a restaurant great. Great is a label that is reserved for restaurants that not only (more…)