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Hane

This city branch of legendary Sushi Ota is more comfortable, with bilingual chefs at the counter exercising impeccable craftsmanship, emphasizing pristine rolls and sashimi, not ...

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Shrimp and Sweet Pea Risotto

by Paul McCabe, executive chef, Kitchen 1540. I grew up in a family where my mom didn’t work out of the home. She was a good country cook — actually, one of the last. I mean, ... More Post a comment

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Upcoming Food & Drink Events

  • "Zin Zin We Must Zin!"

    Enjoy tastings of a variety of zinfandels from around world. 760-591-9113.
    Friday, July 10, 2009
    5:00 p.m., Vino 100
  • "Zin Zin We Must Zin!"

    Enjoy tastings of a variety of zinfandels from around world. 760-591-9113.
    Saturday, July 11, 2009
    5:00 p.m., Vino 100
  • Rooftop Wine and Dine

    Off the Vine hosts Christopher Cameron and Costa Azul wine-release party; chef Robert Conaway will pair five limited-production wines with "fabulous foods." Required advance reservations: 760-579-2800.
    Sunday, July 12, 2009
    5:00 p.m., Porto Vista Hotel & Suites
  • "Sounds of Summer"

    American Institute of Wine and Food (AIWF) restaurant members chef Bernard Guillas, general manager and wine director Lisa Redwine, and chef Augie Saucedo welcome you to a 6:00pm reception followed ...
    Sunday, July 12, 2009
    6:00 p.m., Shores Restaurant
  • "Celebrate the Sound of Summer"

    American Institute of Wine and Food hosts reception and dinner, featuring wines of Christopher Creek Winery, honoring Days of Taste chairman Dr. Lee Jaret. Reservations: 619-297-0951.
    Sunday, July 12, 2009
    6:00 p.m., Shores Restaurant
  • "Beer and Sushi"

    "Beer guru" Dr. Bill and chef de cuisine Brian La Bonte lead experience in "savory union of fare from the east paired with beer from the west." Expect five courses ...
    Tuesday, July 14, 2009
    7:00 p.m., Stone Brewing World Bistro and Gardens

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Restaurant Reviews

Gimme More Turkey

Pasha drew my eye with an ad in this paper, including a coupon for a freebie appetizer platter. Hmm...a new bargain destination? Worth trying? I ... MorePost a comment

Another Side of BBQ

And now, for a completely different style of barbecue: Japanese yakiniku. Sensei Shima, Samurai Jim’s martial-arts teacher, favors Suzuya for it; Jim and his fellow ... MorePost a comment

Big Kahuna Flavors

Huh? Last time I came through these doors this was a Chinese place, the Silver Sea. Now it’s Hawaiian. Very Hawaiian. Bright yellow and sea-green ... MorePost a comment

Smoking or Non?

Is it myth or truth that white men can’t “Q”? (Got your attention? Kickle kickle.) Barbecue — meaning Southern-style barbecue — is a black art ... MorePost a comment

The French Get It

“This is on me,” says Carla. “I’ve been saving. True! Ever since you didn’t take me out on my birthday. You forgot, remember?” Sigh. Yes, ... MorePost a comment

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