Johnnie’s Beef

Tucked away in Chicago’s suburbs, Johnnie’s Beef is a local favourite. This charming restaurant has delicious sandwiches that are commonly prepared and enjoyed by the local Italian community. You can also enjoy hotdogs, Angus burgers, and Greek gyros.

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Birrieria Zaragoza

This scrumptious Mexican restaurant is a specialist when it comes to preparing meals using goat meat. Still, Birrieria Zaragoza offers an array of other dishes as well, including quesadillas, sweet desserts, and cinnamon-laced coffee.

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Kasama

Founded by husband and wife duo Tim Flores and Genie Kwon, this Filipino-American bakery and restaurant offers an array of breakfasts, adobos, and pastries. At night Kasama transforms into a 13-course fine dining experience, providing a seemingly unlimited taste experience.

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Well, this little plastic device is known as a pizza table, and it actually serves quite a useful role in the serving of pizzas.

Pizza tables are typically only used when a pizza is packed inside of a box, and for good reason. The function that the little plastic device serves it to keep the top of the box from touching the pizza, causing it to get moist, and then possibly causing all kinds of problems.

The pizza box could cause the cheese and the toppings to lift off of the pie, or even cause the box’s cardboard to adhere to the pizza. This is why pizza tables are so important!

Some pizza chains and restaurants have even decided to start getting creative with their pizza tables. You’ll occasionally see some with chairs included! This funny touch could be the perfect addition to a miniature home or to a dollhouse.

So, has the pizza table mystery finally been cleared up for you?

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Well, we know what our choice for the most romantic place to eat in the world is, and it probably isn’t what you would imagine!

Grotta Palazzese, a restaurant and hotel located on the Adriatic Coast in Polignano a Mare, Italy, is so romantic. Why? Well, all you have to do is take a look at the unique setting in which it is located.

This five-star hotel is located on top of a sea cliff, but if you go down to the hotel’s fine-dining restaurant, you will find one of the most stunning dining rooms on Earth. Diners at Grotta Palazzese are treated with the experience of dining in a sea cave overlooking the Mediterranean.

Parties and banquets have been hosted in this perfect space since the early 18th century, and it is now one of the most spectacular restaurants on Earth. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to try a delicious tasting menu with an enviable selection of wines, all in one of the most magical settings on the planet.

If you’re looking for a place to take your date, this is it!

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This gastronomic heavyweight has an incredible total of 36 starred restaurants that you can try, including four three-starred restaurants. Here are the three best that any serious diner absolutely must try.

Arzak (San Sebastián)

Arzak is one of Spain’s most famous restaurants, located in the heart of gastronomic titan San Sebastian. Here, you’ll find a variety of tasting menus that will allow you to try the best of local products from the region.

Martín Bersategui (Lasarte)

This restaurant, located in a rural part of the Spanish province of Gipuzkoa, features food from the eponymous owner, who owns 10 Michelin stars in total. This restaurant’s minimalistic, natural vibe is the perfect setting for showing off local dishes with a creative flair.

Azurmendi (Larrabetzu)

Not only does Azurmendi have some of the best food on Earth, it also might be the world’s most sustainable restaurant. Here, rainfall is harvested, waste is recycled, and the building is heated and cooled using geothermal energy. A one-of-a-kind experience.

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Sobrino de Botín, Madrid

Sobrino de Botín is located in the capital of Spain where it has been standing since 1725. According to the Guinness World Records, this is the oldest restaurant in the world. It was initially called Casa Botín and got its current name from the second owner.

Union Oyster House, Boston

Serving customers since 1826, Union Oyster House is located in Boston and is considered the oldest working restaurant in the U.S.

Zum Franziskaner, Stockholm

This restaurant was opened in 1421. Today, it’s located in a newer building, but the food is apparently authentic and nearly identical to what it was in the 15th century.

Rules, London

Established in 1798, Covent Garden-based restaurant Rules offers traditional English specialties that you must try if you get the chance.

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Many New Yorkers will notably avoid the typical tourist traps (like the Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building) and avoid certain neighborhoods entirely (Times Square is undoubtedly high on that list).

At any rate, there are certain culinary institutions that simply ooze New York City attitude and charm, and every true New Yorker should have dined at them by now. To flex your NYC know-how and situate yourself as an in-the-know resident of the Empire State, be sure to visit the following eateries if you haven’t yet already:

Katz’s Delicatessen

Balthazar

Los Tacos No. 1

Golden Mall

Pasty’s Pizza

Jongro BBQ

Superiority Burger

The Halal Guys

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One popular Italian city that many claim doesn’t have the best pizza is Milan. However, there is at least one stand-out spot that makes pies that are absolutely to die for.

Pizza AM, located on a sleepy side street to the southeast of the center of this bustling city, is undoubtedly the number one spot for delicious pizza in Milan.

Pizza AM is unique in that it doesn’t take reservations, it has a completely relaxed atmosphere, and it has a very limited menu. Instead of showing up at a specific time for which you have reserved a table, you’ll simply wait until one is available. The good thing, however, is that they offer up free shots of traditional liquors and bites of food while you wait!

Once seated, you’ll find a limited menu of traditional Napoli-style pizzas. They feature simple pies, such as Margherita, caprese, and napolitana pies, but the ingredients are so fresh and the pizzas so perfectly wood-fired that you won’t be able to expect anything more.

Be sure to give this iconic restaurant a chance to satisfy your pizza fix the next time you’re in Milan!

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Devine Pastabilities, an Italian concept joint located in Southern California, offers a one-of-a-kind sandwich called the “torpasta.” So, what is this strange delicacy?

The torpasta is a type of pasta sandwich or roll. Instead of filling bread with “normal” sandwich options such as meat, cheese, or vegetables, the folks at Devine Pastabilities stuff their Italian bread rolls with different pasta dishes.

Available in 6-inch or 12-inch varieties, these torpastas can be filled with tons of different pasta dishes. Can you imagine digging into a sandwich filled with fettuccini alfredo and broccoli, for example?

Devine Pastabilities makes all kinds of pasta sandwiches for all palates available to its customers. From Italian favorites such as meat lasagna to vegan options such as a sandwich filled with meatless meatballs, vegetables, and tomato sauce, there is truly a torpasta for everyone at this unique eatery.

While its sandwiches are absolutely mouth-watering, if you’re following a low-carb diet, you should stay away!

So would you try this weird Italian creation?

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After starting off in 1975 as a small fast food chain in Quezon City in the Philippines, this fast food joint has gone international and introduced parts of Filipino food to a worldwide audience.

Filipino food is an amalgamation of influences from all over the globe. The Philippines spent thousands of years as a relatively untouched group of islands in Southeast Asia before being occupied by Spain, the United States, and Japan in the 19th and 20th centuries.

The country gained its definitive independence in 1945, but the Spanish, American, and Japanese rules left their mark on the islands and on its cuisine. This fusion is reflected now on Jollibee’s menu.

One of the most popular items on its menu is ChickenJoy, which is the Filipino version of fried chicken. Served with a delicious gravy, this menu item might be the biggest hit at the chain.

A unique main dish offered by Jollibee is its “Jolly Spaghetti,” a crazy mish-mash of pasta, tomato sauce, and diced hot dogs. Looking for a unique dessert? Look no further than the famous Halo-Halo, which consists of ice cream, beans, flan, and fruit jelly.

Jollibee now has outputs across Asia, North America, Europe, and the Middle East, so be sure to give it a try if you have the chance.

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Outside of the normal barbecue restaurant favorites that are featured on Sweet P’s menu, there’s another, more unique menu item that diners tend to love: a barbecue burrito. Served inside of a flour tortilla and stuffed with pulled pork, barbecue sauce, barbecue beans, and coleslaw, this menu item has become a favorite at Sweet P’s, and for good reason.

But, there’s another, more extreme option, if you’re looking for a truly huge meal at this restaurant. Sweet P’s also serves a bigger version of their normal burrito that clocks in at four pounds and is known as the “El Gigante Comida Burrito.”

Diners that can finish this huge burrito as well as half a pound of the restaurant’s famous macaroni cheese and banana pudding in under an hour win the challenge and eat their meal free, getting a t-shirt and a spot on the restaurant’s “Hall of Fame.”

Do you think you could finish this extreme burrito challenge?

The post Could You Eat this Massive BBQ Burrito? appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Johnnie’s Beef

Tucked away in Chicago’s suburbs, Johnnie’s Beef is a local favourite. This charming restaurant has delicious sandwiches that are commonly prepared and enjoyed by the local Italian community. You can also enjoy hotdogs, Angus burgers, and Greek gyros.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Johnny's Beef & Gyros (@johnnysbeef)

Birrieria Zaragoza

This scrumptious Mexican restaurant is a specialist when it comes to preparing meals using goat meat. Still, Birrieria Zaragoza offers an array of other dishes as well, including quesadillas, sweet desserts, and cinnamon-laced coffee.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Birrieria Zaragoza (@birrieriazaragoza)

Kasama

Founded by husband and wife duo Tim Flores and Genie Kwon, this Filipino-American bakery and restaurant offers an array of breakfasts, adobos, and pastries. At night Kasama transforms into a 13-course fine dining experience, providing a seemingly unlimited taste experience.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Tim Flores (@timothyryanchi)

The post Must-Visit Restaurants in Chicago, USA appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Well, this little plastic device is known as a pizza table, and it actually serves quite a useful role in the serving of pizzas.

Pizza tables are typically only used when a pizza is packed inside of a box, and for good reason. The function that the little plastic device serves it to keep the top of the box from touching the pizza, causing it to get moist, and then possibly causing all kinds of problems.

The pizza box could cause the cheese and the toppings to lift off of the pie, or even cause the box’s cardboard to adhere to the pizza. This is why pizza tables are so important!

Some pizza chains and restaurants have even decided to start getting creative with their pizza tables. You’ll occasionally see some with chairs included! This funny touch could be the perfect addition to a miniature home or to a dollhouse.

So, has the pizza table mystery finally been cleared up for you?

The post Do You Know What Pizza Tables are Used for? appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Well, we know what our choice for the most romantic place to eat in the world is, and it probably isn’t what you would imagine!

Grotta Palazzese, a restaurant and hotel located on the Adriatic Coast in Polignano a Mare, Italy, is so romantic. Why? Well, all you have to do is take a look at the unique setting in which it is located.

This five-star hotel is located on top of a sea cliff, but if you go down to the hotel’s fine-dining restaurant, you will find one of the most stunning dining rooms on Earth. Diners at Grotta Palazzese are treated with the experience of dining in a sea cave overlooking the Mediterranean.

Parties and banquets have been hosted in this perfect space since the early 18th century, and it is now one of the most spectacular restaurants on Earth. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to try a delicious tasting menu with an enviable selection of wines, all in one of the most magical settings on the planet.

If you’re looking for a place to take your date, this is it!

The post You Can Eat in a Sea Cave at This Restaurant appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

This gastronomic heavyweight has an incredible total of 36 starred restaurants that you can try, including four three-starred restaurants. Here are the three best that any serious diner absolutely must try.

Arzak (San Sebastián)

Arzak is one of Spain’s most famous restaurants, located in the heart of gastronomic titan San Sebastian. Here, you’ll find a variety of tasting menus that will allow you to try the best of local products from the region.

Martín Bersategui (Lasarte)

This restaurant, located in a rural part of the Spanish province of Gipuzkoa, features food from the eponymous owner, who owns 10 Michelin stars in total. This restaurant’s minimalistic, natural vibe is the perfect setting for showing off local dishes with a creative flair.

Azurmendi (Larrabetzu)

Not only does Azurmendi have some of the best food on Earth, it also might be the world’s most sustainable restaurant. Here, rainfall is harvested, waste is recycled, and the building is heated and cooled using geothermal energy. A one-of-a-kind experience.

The post The Basque Country’s Best Michelin-Starred Restaurants appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Sobrino de Botín, Madrid

Sobrino de Botín is located in the capital of Spain where it has been standing since 1725. According to the Guinness World Records, this is the oldest restaurant in the world. It was initially called Casa Botín and got its current name from the second owner.

Union Oyster House, Boston

Serving customers since 1826, Union Oyster House is located in Boston and is considered the oldest working restaurant in the U.S.

Zum Franziskaner, Stockholm

This restaurant was opened in 1421. Today, it’s located in a newer building, but the food is apparently authentic and nearly identical to what it was in the 15th century.

Rules, London

Established in 1798, Covent Garden-based restaurant Rules offers traditional English specialties that you must try if you get the chance.

The post These are the Oldest Restaurants in the World appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Many New Yorkers will notably avoid the typical tourist traps (like the Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building) and avoid certain neighborhoods entirely (Times Square is undoubtedly high on that list).

At any rate, there are certain culinary institutions that simply ooze New York City attitude and charm, and every true New Yorker should have dined at them by now. To flex your NYC know-how and situate yourself as an in-the-know resident of the Empire State, be sure to visit the following eateries if you haven’t yet already:

Katz’s Delicatessen

Balthazar

Los Tacos No. 1

Golden Mall

Pasty’s Pizza

Jongro BBQ

Superiority Burger

The Halal Guys

The post Top 8 Spots Where Every True New Yorker Has Dined appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

One popular Italian city that many claim doesn’t have the best pizza is Milan. However, there is at least one stand-out spot that makes pies that are absolutely to die for.

Pizza AM, located on a sleepy side street to the southeast of the center of this bustling city, is undoubtedly the number one spot for delicious pizza in Milan.

Pizza AM is unique in that it doesn’t take reservations, it has a completely relaxed atmosphere, and it has a very limited menu. Instead of showing up at a specific time for which you have reserved a table, you’ll simply wait until one is available. The good thing, however, is that they offer up free shots of traditional liquors and bites of food while you wait!

Once seated, you’ll find a limited menu of traditional Napoli-style pizzas. They feature simple pies, such as Margherita, caprese, and napolitana pies, but the ingredients are so fresh and the pizzas so perfectly wood-fired that you won’t be able to expect anything more.

Be sure to give this iconic restaurant a chance to satisfy your pizza fix the next time you’re in Milan!

The post Milan’s Best Pizza Spot is Pizza AM appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Devine Pastabilities, an Italian concept joint located in Southern California, offers a one-of-a-kind sandwich called the “torpasta.” So, what is this strange delicacy?

The torpasta is a type of pasta sandwich or roll. Instead of filling bread with “normal” sandwich options such as meat, cheese, or vegetables, the folks at Devine Pastabilities stuff their Italian bread rolls with different pasta dishes.

Available in 6-inch or 12-inch varieties, these torpastas can be filled with tons of different pasta dishes. Can you imagine digging into a sandwich filled with fettuccini alfredo and broccoli, for example?

Devine Pastabilities makes all kinds of pasta sandwiches for all palates available to its customers. From Italian favorites such as meat lasagna to vegan options such as a sandwich filled with meatless meatballs, vegetables, and tomato sauce, there is truly a torpasta for everyone at this unique eatery.

While its sandwiches are absolutely mouth-watering, if you’re following a low-carb diet, you should stay away!

So would you try this weird Italian creation?

The post Would You Try These Italian Pasta Rolls? appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

After starting off in 1975 as a small fast food chain in Quezon City in the Philippines, this fast food joint has gone international and introduced parts of Filipino food to a worldwide audience.

Filipino food is an amalgamation of influences from all over the globe. The Philippines spent thousands of years as a relatively untouched group of islands in Southeast Asia before being occupied by Spain, the United States, and Japan in the 19th and 20th centuries.

The country gained its definitive independence in 1945, but the Spanish, American, and Japanese rules left their mark on the islands and on its cuisine. This fusion is reflected now on Jollibee’s menu.

One of the most popular items on its menu is ChickenJoy, which is the Filipino version of fried chicken. Served with a delicious gravy, this menu item might be the biggest hit at the chain.

A unique main dish offered by Jollibee is its “Jolly Spaghetti,” a crazy mish-mash of pasta, tomato sauce, and diced hot dogs. Looking for a unique dessert? Look no further than the famous Halo-Halo, which consists of ice cream, beans, flan, and fruit jelly.

Jollibee now has outputs across Asia, North America, Europe, and the Middle East, so be sure to give it a try if you have the chance.

The post Jollibee: The Filipino Fast Food Sweeping the World appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Outside of the normal barbecue restaurant favorites that are featured on Sweet P’s menu, there’s another, more unique menu item that diners tend to love: a barbecue burrito. Served inside of a flour tortilla and stuffed with pulled pork, barbecue sauce, barbecue beans, and coleslaw, this menu item has become a favorite at Sweet P’s, and for good reason.

But, there’s another, more extreme option, if you’re looking for a truly huge meal at this restaurant. Sweet P’s also serves a bigger version of their normal burrito that clocks in at four pounds and is known as the “El Gigante Comida Burrito.”

Diners that can finish this huge burrito as well as half a pound of the restaurant’s famous macaroni cheese and banana pudding in under an hour win the challenge and eat their meal free, getting a t-shirt and a spot on the restaurant’s “Hall of Fame.”

Do you think you could finish this extreme burrito challenge?

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