Before Sushi, There was Golden China
I’ve been eating at Golden China for over twenty years. I didn’t realize that it had been around this long until I sat down and did the math. I remember going there every Wednesday night with my family for years. It was something I looked forward to and it was the one place where I was allowed to order anything I wanted. My young friends who had been raised on hot dogs and hamburgers c …
Take a Bite out of Blondie’s Cookies
How many times have you been to Glenbrook Mall? Next time you’re there, stop in for a treat at Blondie’s Cookies. Although many places offer desserts as an afterthought, Blondie’s has only one thing on their mind and that is creating cookies that keep you coming back for more. With several dozen different kinds of treats, there is hardly a lack of selection. From Cheesecake Brown …
Give Me Something Fresh: Salsa Grille
I have been hearing about Salsa Grille for a long time from friends. There are a lot of elements that play into the success of a restaurant but when the jury is out about whether or not to return, it usually comes down to one thing: “How was the food?” The food is exactly what I have been hearing about including the variety, the taste, and even the freshness. I did some digging …
My Obsession with Sakura: A Sushi Love Story
It started out like any other lunch date. I began with Clear Soup and an Avocado Salad, and then graduated to a couple rolls of fresh sushi. It seemed harmless. Looking back, I recall thinking with each bite, that this food was melting in my mouth. That for relatively healthy food, how could this seriously taste this good? However it wasn’t until I left that I understood the impact of that f …
Get the Goods without the Wait!
Texas Roadhouse has one location in Fort Wayne and is a favorite dining location for many people in town. If you dine there regularly, you know this. It’s not uncommon to have to look hard for a free parking spot and it’s not a question of whether or not there will be a line of devoted customers but if you can find a place to stand while waiting for an empty table to come up. Texas Roa …
Coney Island Celebrates 100 Years!
I’m going to share an embarrassing photo with you because I want you to see the true face of happiness. Being photographed while eating a stack of Coney Dogs is not necessarily my idea of a good time but once those dogs hit the counter, I just have to go for it. Fort Wayne’s Famous Coney Island has a taste that can’t be duplicated, and that goes without saying by the amount of fo …
Dash-In and hang out!
Dash-In has been a staple in downtown Fort Wayne for years. I remember when I was finally twenty-one and able to get in. After seeing older friends stop in for lunch or a drink in the evening, I coveted this place when I would drive by. Having been around since before downtown became cool again, the Dash (as it is affectionately called by patrons) has earned its place in Fort Wayne history. Even t …
Biaggis Ristorante Italiano: Not Your Average Italian Restaurant
Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano, Fort WayneBiaggi’s has been around for years and is frequented by both regulars and visitors. As a regular guest, I have taken a wide range of friends to dinner and met business contacts for lunch at Biaggi’s over the years. My friends are quick to think of all of the pasta options when they order from Biaggis (with good reason) but I find myself retur …
Enjoy Casa at lunch
Waiter on the Way, Fort Wayne’s Premier Restaurant Delivery Service is proud to offer the entire menu of Casa Restaurants for delivery for any occasion. Waiter on the Way can now deliver the lunch menu, dinner menu, and catering menu from any of the Casa restaurant locations including: Casa Mare on Parnell, Casa Grille on Dupont, Casa Grille on Stellhorn, and Casa Ristorante on West Jeffe …
Try these dinner party tips
Planning to have some friends over for dinner? Follow these five, fool-proof tips to ensure an easy and successful soiree: 1. Use tried and true recipes: Instead of trying to impress your guests with a new dish, I suggest reinventing a favorite to give it a new twist. This way you won’t risk potentially messing up a new recipe. 2. Pre-made dishes are your friend: Think options like a hearty di …