Andre’s Restaurant

Hyman Roth: If I could only live to see it, to be there with you. What I wouldn’t give for twenty more years! Here we are, protected, free to make our profits without Kefauver, the goddamn Justice Department and the F.B.I. ninety miles away, in partnership with a friendly government. Ninety miles! It’s nothing! Just… Continue reading Andre’s Restaurant

Benihana 755 Raintree Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Keeper of the flame Planner of family traditions Oh how I love thee This Benihana and the Mission Valley location have long been a family tradition among us to celebrate each member’s birthday. We could fill up a huge photo album worth of birthday pictures. I know what your thinking, it’s the same show and… Continue reading Benihana 755 Raintree Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Bourre Southern Bistro 6523 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92115

We showed up for dinner a bit early between 4:00 to 5:00 PM. The first people arriving for dinner! Yea! Right away I noticed the piano, microphone and thought to myself, it might be fun to come back for the entertainment one evening. Hat’s off to the interior decorator. Such warm inviting tones, interesting artwork,… Continue reading Bourre Southern Bistro 6523 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92115

Seaside Buffet

Old tree falls in wood Seeds sprout in lush fertile soil Circle continues. I visited a few times with my mom back when this place was East Buffet.  She liked the variety of choices and seeing the family eat till we got full. I always looked forward to the mongolian grill.  The big family get togethers… Continue reading Seaside Buffet

REI

You cannot do a kindness too soon, for you will never know how soon it will be too late. Ralph Waldo Emerson Sometimes I have a bad habit of waiting till the last minute to do things.  I had been meaning to buy Maggie some winter gloves as she had been complaining about her hands… Continue reading REI

La Costa Farms 1911 Saxony Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024

First discovered La Costa Farms not too long ago, it quickly became my favorite place to look for starter plants, bread, jam, flowers or fruit. They have an abundance of fresh produce, a large selection of breads, interesting variations of jams and jellies, various seasonal flower arrangements and potted plants for starters. I discover something… Continue reading La Costa Farms 1911 Saxony Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024