Cupcake wars..

Not only do I <3 food but i <3 sweets. I tried some cup cakes a Nadias cakes in Palmdale, CA and Double D cupcakes in Lancaster, CA. I thought Nadias cup cakes were to dry, and the frosting was very hard, they tasted old. I took a chance on getting a red velvet cup cake at double ds because I usually dont like red velvet, but i LOVED it, it was so moist the flavor was great and the frosting was creamy yummy. I definitely prefer Double Ds cupcakes!!!

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Chronic Tacos

Chronic Taco has locations in parts of the United States but I tried the one in California. I recently sampled the some of the foods they had there, fatty steak, fatty chicken, and potato taco. I was surprised to see a potato taco on the menu since it’s not very common, but it’s a good idea for customers that may be vegetarian, the flavor was good with the cheese and guacamole on it. I didn’t like the flavor of the steak taco the meat was under flavored and was very dry kind of a stale taste to it. The chicken taco was my favorite, but yet just okay the flavor was the best of the three but still under flavored, it may needed to be marinated longer. I guess I can say it just doesn’t have the Mexican taco flavors. When they first opened I tried a chicken burrito and I didn’t like it at all, but I guess that’s what you get when ordering a burrito at a TACO shop. The workers are very friendly .Over all experience was okay, to be honest I probably wouldn’t go back.. Sorry : /

http://www.eatchronictacos.com/

Soul Sistas Cafe, Lancaster, CA

Soul Sistas Cafe, Lancaster, CA. I was excited to try this new place because I heard some okay reviews. I went and sampled the smothered ribs, with bbq beans, mac n cheese, and corn bread, and i also got fried red snapper, black eyed peas and mac n cheese, and corn bread. the mac n cheese was dry, the bbq beans had a weird pepper taste, the smothered ribs were cold, meat wasn't cooked all the way and wasn't flavored well. the fried red snapper was pretty good, but I've had better. the black eyed beans were the worst i ever tried.. :/ the corn bread tasted old and broke apart when i put my fork in it, not moist at all. other then the food, the people are nice, but the location is not very good, needs remodeling, and there was a few things on the menu that they didn't have available. sad to say I wouldn't go again.

Captintonys

There is something different about Captintonys pizza, the thickness and crunchiness of the crust is so good, there is a lot of cheese and it is thick, and the pepperoni is always perfectly crisp. this is one of my favorite pizza places, but i must say its a little expensive, for a large one topping pizza and wings is about $16.00 with tax and some may say thats not bad, but you got to remember little ceasers pizza is only $5.00 for a large one topping. little ceasers is good, but for some reason if you dont eat it withing 20minutes of picking up the taste gets a little yucky like it has to stay warm. so little ceasers is good if your going to eat it right away and if your on a tight budget.

Last Part 4

Casa De Pico

Yum, yum, yum!!!!!!!!!! I usually wouldn't order a chimichanga because i always thought it was weird to deep fry a burrito, but when i saw the description of this seafood chimichange i had to order it. It has plump shrimp, and pieces of fish, with a creamy sauce on top, on the side there was rice, beans, and guacamole. the food was so good, and i also had a strawberry margarita that was so tasty i didn't taste the alcohol and they're known for their big cup sizes for the margarita.





5500 Grossmont Center Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91942

Part 3 Lucha Libre taco shop

This taco shop has gotten good reviews and has even been on the man vs. food show for one of their famous burritos California burrito or surf in turf burrito, that has steak, shrimp, french fries, and avocado. The burrito was good, but i couldn't taste the fries they were to bland, the shrimp was good, and the size of the steak was good. the burrito is really big i couldn't finish it. the taco shop atmosphere is like a wrestling theme they have a "Champion’s Booth" where you can sit only if you’ve made a 24 hour reservation. The food is pretty good and the workers are nice, but i do have to say the place isn't very clean, i saw a lot of flies which kinda killed my appetite.





http://www.tacosmackdown.com/

San Diego Trip Part 2

This last trip to Karinas Mexican/seafood I went to the Encinitas, CA location. I usually go to the El Cajon, CA location.in encinitas i ordered two carne asada tacos with corn tortilla were very good they had the steak, salsa, and guacamole the meat was tender and the salsa, and guacamole were fresh. I love Karinas but I like the location in El Cajon more because its more of a restaurant and has more items on the menu, the one in Encinitas is a mini taco shop. when you go to the El Cajon order the shrimp and steak molcaejte its my favorite its in a warmed stone bowl with melted cheese, steak and shrimp, and you put it in a tortilla.




http://www.karinasseafood.com/

My 4part Trip to San Diego, Del Mar, La Jolla part1

Part 1
Star of India

I know the picture isn't good quality, but the food is great!

Best Indian food I've ever had!
We ordered, Panner nan which is a soft bread with cheese and spices, Chicken Korma is Tender, boneless chicken with spices in a creamy curry sauce, Chicken Saag Boneless chicken with creamed spinach and spices. they have a spice chart level 1-10 and i asked for a 7 and it was perfect spice and great flavor, the people were very friendly we got their 10 minutes before they closed and they let us in and served us. I wish they had more locations closer to me in LA!




http://www.starofindia.com/

Medrano's Authentic Mexican Restaurant

I went to Medrano's Mexican restaurant new location in Quartz Hill, CA. They have three locations I recommend this one the most, its a new building, great service, great prices, good location. I started with the chips and salsa for free appetizer its good, but there salsa is not hot at all I do wish it had more spice, but I asked for some spice and they gave me habanero type salsa which was HOTTTTT but so yummmy so I mixed it with the regular salsa.I had albondigas cup of soup for appetizer, it was good but did need a little more flavor, more spice, and maybe more salt. For my main entree I ordered the steak enchiladas with rice and beans.My enchiladas were very good the steak was very tender the cheese was nice and warm melted over them. The rice had some veggies in them like carrots, and I really like that. I will like to go again!







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http://www.medranosmexicanfood.com/

Mom's Teriyaki

This beef and chicken teriyaki bowl is so big it doesn't fit in a bowl,this is the best bowl I've had the flavors are so original and the sauce is sweet but not over sweet, the veggies are cooked perfect. This is a mom's spot you gotta stop at!

FRIDA

This was my first time eating at FRIDA in the Glendale Americana, that atmosphere was great they had a great live merachie, indoor or outdoor seating, good free chips as apatizer. My meal was good and different I only wish the poblano chile sauce was more spicy, the chicken stuffed with spinich and cheese was amazing never had it that way, the beans were really good had a little spice to them, the rice was good had some mixed vegies in it. I recomend going to this resturant.


http://www.fridarestaurant.com/

Wendys Apple Pecan Salad

For a fast food salad I would say this salad is pretty good on a scale out of 10 being great I would give this salad a 6.5. The lettuce, blue cheese, cranberry's,pomegranate dressing and pecan were really good, the chicken quality was ok, i think it needs a little more improvement. I do think this salad is better tasting then the Carls jr. Cranberry, Apple, Walnut Grilled Chicken Salad.

STK

I had a skirt steak made medium, sides: mac and cheese, and broccoli. before they bring your food they bring warm rolls with a green onion dip. all the food was very good and cooked at the right temperature. the place was beautiful, great service, i would love to go again. the bar is very nice as well. make sure to call for a reservation.


http://www.stkhouse.com/

El Torito

El Torito
Is my favorite place to eat Mexican food especially when I want a carne asada burrito the steak is juicy and full of flavor and the onions are grilled just right every time with a hidden spice. You also have to get their tableside guacamole they bring the fresh ingredients to your table and make it in front of you, its delicious. I tried making it at home once but it just wasn't the same. There is a little corn cake that come on the plate with the rice and beans its so good and addicting!

http://eltorito.com/

Subway vs. Quiznos

Taste wise I will say Quiznos taste better, has more options and always tastes more fresh, but price wise I would say subway is cheaper.

Make sure its the Original Tommys!

There are many hamburger fast food chains around the world that try to imitate the delicious Tommys Original chili and cheese hamburgers, hot dogs, and fries but there is only one that is the best, the ORIGINAL! Make sure when you go to their restaurant you check for the correct Tommys Original sign! Yummmmmmy approved!


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http://www.originaltommys.com/

Guacamole grilled chicken sandwich

El pollo loco has a new sandwich that I tried today and I liked it, I wasn't always a big fan of thiers but I'm loving their new foods coming out! I would eat this Guacamole grilled chicken sandwich again.



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http://elpolloloco.com/whatsnew/newproducts.html

Baja Fresh

I was pretty disappointed on my last trip to Baja Fresh I usually get the chicken ultimo burrito that I love, but this time I wanted to try something different I got the grilled shrimp tacos and I didn't like them and probably wouldn't order them again. The shrimp was very bland and the sauce was watery I would have enjoyed more of a thick tarter type of sauce, with a little more spice. On my next trip i will be going back to my original order with the burrito!

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http://bajafresh.com/index.php

Pink rice?

It was my first time eating cherry rice (pink rice) but not my first time eating PARS Fine Persian Cuisine the pink rice and chicken were delicious, the boneless chicken is very juicy, the prices are great and the restaurant is beautiful!




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http://www.parsrestaurant.net/

Lets go Outback back tonight

I went to Outback last night and we didn't order steak, we ordered their "Aussie-Tizers" their steak is amazing and always juicy but this time we just chose to have some snacks. We ordered Kookaburra Wings, and Aussie cheese fries! Verrrrrry good!




http://outback.com/

On a budget?

On a budget and hungry? Go to Mi Ranchito I got three steack tacos with beans and rice for less than six dollers! The people are very friendly and the food is great, they also have drinks like horchata, and jamaica.


Mi Ranchito
826 West Avenue I, Lancaster - (661) 726-5203

Shawerma

YUMMMMMMYYYY I love Zankou Chicken. I always order the Shawerma plate, its my FAVORITE I can eat there everyday if I lived closer.
I also love what they're known for the Rotisserie Chicken with garlic spread!



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http://www.zankouchicken.com/index.php?section=locations

Charlie Brown Farms

Buffalo burger with french fries covered with mozzarella and garlic!
The food here is sooo yummy i LOVE it, it is a drive from me but worth the miles. Not only are they known for there food and ice cream but you can go there and find all kinds of things, varieties of candys, sodas, toys,beef jerkey,ostridge eggs, statutes, honey, wine.

Mapquest the address and you must visit!!
8317 pearblossom hwy
littlerock CA 93543

phone # 661-944-2606

Bonus..?

Chili's
Monterey Chicken
My favorite thing to order their; bacon on top of chicken with bbq sauce on top with melted cheese.
broccoli and delicious mashed potatoes with white gravy for the side.
Approximately 21 WW points
Yes that is a lot of points for someone who doesn't get much a day, this might be a time you will want to use some bonus points

LA

I have a lot of friends that go to downtown LA just to get the famous bacon wrapped hot dogs, so i want to make it easier for them and give them instructions to do it:

warm a skillet without oil (the bacon fat will substitute it)
wrap each hot dog with a slice of bacon in a spiral
use a toothpick if you need to hold the ends of the bacon.
add hot dogs in pan for about 7 minutes (i like them crispy)
add veggie peppers and onions to pan with bacon fat to grill
take out toothpicks and add hot dog and grilled veggies/onions to bun
i like to top it off with mustard and sliced avocados, you can also add ketchup, relish, brussel sprouts, mushrooms.

Middle eastern.. just like me =]

If you are in the mood for some middle eastern food I'm telling you to go to Carnival! I myself am middle eastern and the food at this restaurant taste as good as my grandmother's cooking, all the workers are very friendly and make you feel as if your at home. The prices are also very good.

Best meal I ever ate!

For Mushroom Side:
Butter in skillet Add pack or small box of mushrooms
Add sun-dried tomatoes (in oil)
After they are cooked Add feta cheese,
Add grilled peppers from the barbeque
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For green sauce (salmoriglio):
Yield: Makes 6 servings
The simple herb, lemon, and garlic sauce is called salmoriglio in Sicily.
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt or coarse sea salt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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1 well-trimmed 2 1/2- to 2 3/4-pound tri-tip beef roast
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Preparation Blend thyme leaves, garlic cloves, dried oregano, and coarse salt in mini processor until garlic is finely chopped. With processor running, gradually add lemon juice, then olive oil. Season herb sauce to taste with pepper and transferto bowl.
DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before using.
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3 cups oak, mesquite, or hickory wood chips, soaked in water 1 hour and drained.
If using charcoal grill:Sprinkle wood chips over coals and place roast on rack.

Who's the grill master?

I say El Pollo Loco! I love the new steak grilled master taco!

Estimated WW points= 6

Red Lobster

Sad to say I was disappointed at my last trip to Red Lobster. =[ I'm surprised it's rated #1 Zagat best seafood? I feel their was a lack of flavor and to much sauce. I had Grilled Maine Lobster and Jumbo Shrimp with a side of lobster mashed potatoes. I'm going to have to say the cheddar biscuit's was the best out of the meal.

Unhealthiest salads..

Check it out I got this link from Yahoo.com

http://health.yahoo.com/experts/eatthis/47832/the-unhealthiest-salads-in-america/

On the go?

Usually I like to eat pop tarts in the morning when I'm in a rush till i realized how bad in calories they are. I found a better alternative the Special K fruit Crisps are a good tasty snack easy to take and go they are only 100 calories for two crisps! Approximately 1 WW point per crisp.

Banilla

Here is a recipe of a tasty quick dessert you can make. I call it Banilla because its made with banana's, vanilla pudding and vanilla wafer cookies.

You will need

• 2 1/2 banana's


• One packet of fat free vanilla instant pudding mix


• 2 1/2 cups of non fat milk

1. You want to mix the pudding packet with the milk


2. layer the banana's and wafer's on the bottom of the pan


3. pour pudding on top


4. add another layer of banana's and wafers


5. add last layer of pudding


6. chill for an hour


7. ENJOY!

This or that?

Sharky's Woodfire Mexican Grill!

I love their food and if your someone looking for something with less calories they have that, all you have to say is one word NAKED!! Yes naked, which means less fat or low carb! If you were to get Tostada Salad w/shell 570 calories or you can get Naked Sharky's Chicken Salad Low Fat 347 calories.

Here I have a picture of the caeser salad and the tostada salad naked. Both Delish!

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Approximately 13 WW points for caeser salad. Approximately 8 WW points for naked chicken tostada salad

Frozen treat

Tutti frutti I love the name, it makes me feel like a kid again! This is a new local frozen yogurt shop. What I like about this place is that they had different flavored sorbet, my favorite was the orange sorbet!

McCafe

I got a sample from McDonalds of their new iced mocha, I'm surprised to say I like it better then other iced mocha's I've had other place's. It taste like blended chocolate milk and I love the chocolate drizzle on top of the whip cream!!

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12oz with non fat milk

Approximately

240 calories

W.W points =5

Did you know February 22nd is National Margarita Day?

I have a great recipe.
2 cups grapefruit juice (or I also like pomegranate juice)
1/4 cup lime/lemon juice
1/2 cup tequila silver
1 1/2 cup crushed ice if you want it iced or put into blender for slushy thicker margarita.
Enjoy, be safe, and don't drink and drive! =]

Skinny

Yum!! I tried the Starbucks skinny Cinnamon Dolce Latte iced.
80 calories for a grande size.
Estimated W.W points =2

Panda Express

Earlier today I went to Panda Express and I was really excited to see that they had a lower calorie menu I ordered off that a single side of mushroom chicken, and a veggie roll and I was surprised that ir totaled out to 300 calories! I will definitily consider going back more often for a light option for lunch.

First Blog

Hello my name is Renee, I created this blog to express my experience's with food and restaurants. I always enjoy going out to eat and watching the food network. With my blog I want to give my opinon on new foods, and restaurants I attend. Feel free to comment or ask question's on my posts.