In the film "Poverty and Nobility," Toto turns a simple spaghetti meal into an unforgettable spectacle of humor and communion. This review explores the iconic scene where Toto, with both charm and mischief, elevates dining to an art form. Join us as we relive this delightful moment under the Neapolitan sky—a testament to the Italian spirit and the timeless joy of sharing a meal.
Read MoreLet's face it, if our last meal is going to be a fast-food hamburger, then we're going all out with a cinematic classic—a Royale with Cheese or maybe a Le Big Mac, chased with a five-dollar shake. Because in the grand, unpredictable feast of life, if you're going to "seize the carp," make sure it's with style and not just a slice of pineapple as your final act.
Read MoreIn the eerie silence of the Overlook Hotel, a simple craving for chocolate ice cream stands out as a beacon of normalcy amidst the opulence and the occult. Venture deeper, past the lavish feasts prepared for ghosts of the past, to The Gold Room—a bar where free drinks and mysterious bartenders make you question what's more chilling: the spirits you drink or the ones haunting the halls?
Read MoreIn the world of Aurora, Illinois, there's a hangout even cooler than Mötley Crüe's and Motörhead's Rainbow Room. What is that, you ask? Stan Mikita's Donuts. This isn't just a donut shop; it's a communal hub where plans are hatched, dreams are dreamt, and the jelly is always filled.
Read MoreThe real head-turner is the venison, served with a side of existential crisis via headphones, playing the life story of the deer you’re about to eat. It’s either a bold move or just bold, depending on where you stand.
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Read MoreIn the heart of Music City, tucked away in a corner that only those with a heart for true storytelling and songwriting know, lies the Bluebird Cafe - a place more legend than mere venue, a crucible where Nashville's soul is both forged and revealed.
Read MoreThe Checotah Saloon is not merely a watering hole, but a grand stage where the tales of the frontier come alive
Read MoreIt's not about the caffeine kicks or those lingonberry pancakes that might just be fruitier than your uncle's holiday sweater. These diners are slices of normalcy, a familiar comfort soup with a side of 'not-quite-like-home'. They're the perfect soft landing pads for when you're spiraling down from cloud nine or wherever your latest trip took you.
Read MoreIn the ever-shifting landscape of the culinary world, there's one constant—change. It seems like just yesterday we were raving about the genius of "The Original Beef of Chicagoland," River North's temple to elevated beef sandwiches. But in the blink of an eye, that nostalgic, linoleum-floored haven has undergone a dramatic metamorphosis. Welcome to "The Bear."
Read MoreIndulging in the delights within and around Yubaba's bathhouse is like wrestling with temptation itself - that's the plain truth of it.
Read MoreWhen you hear stories of cooks who just want sloppy and greasy no-frills Italian Beef after hunting, foraging, prepping, and finally cooking a 15-course tasting menu, there is a huge reason why. And that is because these cooks know that there was probably a whole heckuva lot more love put in the sandwich and a lot less fear.
Read MoreThough life is not all sunshine, rainbows, and lollipops especially when running any kind of small business, when it comes to The Lucky Cafe and their beautiful machine, there’s always helluva lotta love, especially in their espresso.
Read MoreIs Miesha the best restaurant in Georgia? Is it the nicest? Is it the prime place to show off and impress? Tomayto, tomato. But if you want something a wee bit different than your shrimp and grits and need a safe haven where no one can ever make a scene, Miesha might be the place.
Read MoreA Taiwanese chef who used to manage banquet hall restaurants serving thousands a day brings a style of home cooking that is more austere than flexible, and in this day and age we say hipster or fusion. And that’s actually high praise.
Read MoreThe most remarkable thing about small Japanese restaurants is the seemingly absurd level of specialization for each ingredient. For example, the newly renovated ramen shop, Tampopo, Dandelion in Japanese. Located in a low-rise industrial prefecture of Japan, the angelic welcoming white trim exterior and interior gives off the immediate vibe that the people who eat here, and the person who cooks here, are ramen purists at heart. And when a highly skilled purist makes your ramen bowl, you'll get something close to poetry.
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Read MoreThanksgiving at the Krichinsky residence is the fictional food scene from the 1990 Barry Levinson film, Avalon. This is the review.
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