Firehouse No. 1 Gastropub

Tried a new place in downtown San Jose. I got the pork belly sliders and coriander-chitole wings. Meh!  Sliders were just ok.  Wings were DRY.  Couldn't even taste the coriander.  This place known more for their drinks. Drunk people don't need good food to eat, I suppose. 

Milk Pail Market Frozen Croissants

I got frozen croissants that you defrost overnight and they puff up three times the size!  Bake them and I sprinkle some powdered sugar on it. Delicious.  Doesn't seem as greasy as store bought ones.  The other one in the photo is an apple croissant.  

Seattle: Paseo

OMG - heaven!!!  I got the Caribbean roast sandwich - Pork shoulder coated in Paseo Marinade & slow roasted 'til falling into succulent morsels.  Amazing!!  Must go back!  Eric got the Caribbean bowl and was very pleased with his dish as well. 

Seattle: Geraldine's Counter

One of the best French toast I've had.  Made from a sour dough bread, it was different and very crunchy. Eric had French toast with a honey peach topping.  He also noted that the bacon was thick and delicious. 

San Diego: Alchemy

Small place that is off the beaten track. We went there for happy hour and got duck bao, taro tacos and oysters. I forgot to take a photo. They also have the miracle berry experience. You take this powers pink stuff and it makes everything taste sweet!  They bring out a plate of sour desserts and fruit for you to try.  Very trippy! 

San Diego: Prospect Bar & Grill

We went to see the cove and stopped by this place for lunch.  I got the seared ahi tuna salad.  Jennifer got the shrimp tacos.  Pretty decent. 

San Diego: Babycakes

Cupcake place with some amazing looking cupcakes!  Jennifer and I shared the tuxedo cupcake.  Very moist.  Prices are reasonable too for such a large cupcake.