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G’Day Sydney

G’Day Sydney

April 29, 2016July 18, 2016Phil

I promised in an earlier post to hold off blogging about Sydney until fall, since now they’re heading into winter. BUT!…I checked the weather there the other day and saw that it was 75 degrees. So maybe now’s the PERFECT time to blog about it. And since my word isn’t worth a whole lot….here we go.
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SHANGHAI

SHANGHAI

April 21, 2016August 24, 2016Phil

It’s been argued that Shanghai doesn’t have a cuisine of its own, and that it blends cultures and flavors from surrounding areas.

But so what? This city is so large and dynamic that even the snobbiest purist will find endless opportunities for culinary exploration.
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STROLLING LA RUE MONTORGUEIL

STROLLING LA RUE MONTORGUEIL

April 14, 2016May 5, 2016Phil

Having spent some time France, I’ve learned a few things about the French. For example, if you’re struggling to pronounce something and all you get is a blank stare in response, they probably know exactly what you’re trying to say but are playing dumb just to mess with you. You can see the sadism in their eyes.
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ABOUT HESTON BLUMENTHAL’S MEAT FRUIT

ABOUT HESTON BLUMENTHAL’S MEAT FRUIT

April 8, 2016July 18, 2016Phil

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PARIS CONTINUED – VIANDES DELICIOUS

March 31, 2016July 18, 2016Phil
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    The all female staff
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    Salad with Walnuts and Mustard Vinaigrette
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    Entrecote, Fries, and Butter Sauce
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    Chocolate Profiteroles
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Entrecote

In France, an “entrecote” denotes a premium cut of beef, usually from the rib area to ensure maximum flavor.

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Springtime in Paris

Springtime in Paris

March 23, 2016July 18, 2016Phil

After you’ve done the Louvre…and Musée d’Orsay…..and the Musée Picasso…..and have seen Claude Monet’s Water Lilies at Musée de l’Orangerie…..and the Eiffel Tower… and whatever else, do yourself a favor and try something new……and SPECTACULAR.
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So here goes…

March 15, 2016July 18, 2016Phil

With our kids grown and out of the house, my wife Joanne and I have the incredible privilege of traveling the globe and dining in world capitals at restaurants that have some connective tissue to our restaurants here at Parasole.

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