A Great Honor
It is no secret that I have a sushi dependency. Unfortunately, just any sushi will not do, I have become spoiled. I was in Nobu in Las Vegas a few weeks ago and tried one of their rolls. It was okay, at best. For me, it is Gu Gu Sushi and Roll or nothing at all. Yesterday, I had the opportunity to return after three weeks of no Gu Gu. To my surprise I saw they had created a new baddog roll. It is made with cream cheese, deep fried shrimp, avocado and cucumber topped with smoked salmon, capers and white onion. It is delicious!
My photo of the day for Day 208 is of me getting ready to try it for the first time.
The Baddog Roll
Categories: Project 365 Tags: baddog, baddog roll, daily, food, Gu Gu sushi and roll, Hermosa Beach, Las Vegas, photo, picture of the day, Project 365, Southern California, sushi
Mid-July Picture of the Day
The calendar tells me we have reached the middle of July. I can not believe how slow this month gets after the 4th. Oh well, here is some catch up with my picture of the day.
Day 194 is me while walking Buddy. The June gloom is nothing but a memory now.
Could Use a Trim
Yesterday, Tanya and I decided to barbecue. She made one of her delicious Strawberry Pecan Salads. I barbecued some thighs and legs. Great leftovers.
Leg and Thigh Man
Since it looks like we are going to be stuck here for a while I decided to take Buddy to the groomers. Here he looks all nice and shiny after a wash and wax. I think they may use Armor All also.
Washed and Waxed
Categories: Project 365 Tags: baddog, barbecue, Buddy, daily, food, geek good girl, photo, picture of the day, Project 365, Tanya, walking
Breaking of the Bread at Itzik Hagadol
When Tanya comes to visit, I try to mix it up with the places we eat. Some places I have introduced her to have become regular stops when she is in town. One place we were both recently introduced to is Itzik Hagadol Grill. Delicious food, but a long drive, so we have only been there three or four times. If I lived closer it would be more frequent, for sure. Day 163 of my picture a day shows me getting ready to enjoy a Mixed Meat skewer (chicken thighs, lamb, kabab, hanging tender, fillet). Toda to Marina for the great service and the easy to follow Hebrew lesson.
Carnivore
Categories: Project 365 Tags: baddog, Big Itzik Grill, Encino, food, geek good girl, Israeli food, photo, Project 365, restaurants
Categories: Project 365 Tags: daily, food, Gu Gu sushi and roll, photo, Project 365, restaurants, sushi
Gaucho’s Brazilian Steakhouse
Gaucho’s Brazilian Steakhouse
Valparaiso, IN
Valparaiso, IN
The first time I visited Valparaiso, IN was 2007. My girlfriend was new to the area, so neither of us had a clue as far as any of the good restaurants in the area. It seemed that in order for us to find fine dining we had to drive an hour north to Chicago. Luckily, we happened to drive past Gaucho’s on Highway 30. Not only was the food good, the service was great. At the end of our meal we went into the cocktail lounge. Tanya had recently been introduced to Mai Tais and wanted one. The bartender did not know how to make one, but with a little guidance from me, she provided a tasty beverage. The fact that she was willing to give it a try impressed me enough that we return there almost every time I come to Indiana. Justin was our server yesterday, and he maintained the high quality of service that we have become accustomed to receiving.
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Categories: Photos Tags: food, Gaucho's Brazilian Steakhouse, Indiana, Photos, pictures, restaurants, Valparaiso, Valpo
