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Casa Mono Review – Small Plates, Huge Flavors

By CS Hsia, on December 20th, 2011%

Small plates packing excellent big flavors, Casa Mono is not to be missed. Consider me a Spanish tapas convert. . . . → Read More: Casa Mono Review – Small Plates, Huge Flavors

Lady M Review – Let Them Have Cake, and Take Pictures Too

By CS Hsia, on December 14th, 2011%

Hands down the best cake in the city. Prepare a cake at home, and I won’t fault you for skipping dessert at a great restaurant. . . . → Read More: Lady M Review – Let Them Have Cake, and Take Pictures Too

Lotus of Siam Review – When the hype fades…

By CS Hsia, on December 11th, 2011%

For the price that Lotus of Siam charges, the food was a slight disappointment. It’s not as authentic as Sripraphai, and it’s not as exciting and innovative as Kin Shop. Service was also not too impressive, with a few near misses on the water pouring that had me on the edge. Lotus of Siam is still a solid Thai meal that exceeds that of most local eateries, though just good enough is not what we expect with the weight of the Lotus of Siam name. . . . → Read More: Lotus of Siam Review – When the hype fades…

Quick Write-up – Aquagrill for Oysters

By CS Hsia, on December 9th, 2011%

I feel that Aquagrill’s formal setting, tight spaces takes away from the very primal shucking and sucking of oysters on the half shell, though if you can look past that, the oysters are fantastic and moderately priced. . . . → Read More: Quick Write-up – Aquagrill for Oysters

Mustards Grill Review – Culinarian Truck Stop

By CS Hsia, on December 5th, 2011%

Mustards Grill impressed as a casual dining destination between winery visits, though could not quite match up to the many other dining choices around Yountville. For a convenient car stop along St. Helena Highway on your way to more fine wines, this works. . . . → Read More: Mustards Grill Review – Culinarian Truck Stop