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This is my personal review of the Strings Restaurant, creative and delicious new American Cuisine, in Denver, CO.
Do you feel funny about dining alone?It can be a very peaceful and satisfying experience.
If dining alone in a restaurant makes you feel self-conscious and uncomfortable, here are some tips to overcome it, and have a pleasant solo dining experience.
I personally have never had a problem with dining alone.
Solo diners need not order-in or grab drive-thrus! You can enjoy the town, even if you go it alone. A few creative tips are needed, if you want to enjoy an uninterrupted dinner.
A practical guide dealing with the art of solo dining.
Think it's not possible to watch your calories while dining out? Well, think again. Read my top tips for cutting calories and fat while eating out.
Review of Rockefeller Center's premier restaurant, The Sea Grill. Enjoy fine dining with rink side seats and views of the Center's Christmas tree.
If you are dining alone when you eat here I would highly recommend that you sit at the bar. The bar was also remodeled in 2006 and has a charming Italian appeal to it.
Tips for furnishing your dining room on a budget without sacrificing quality and comfort.
Though I was prejudiced from the start ("I Don't Go To Bistros; I Go To Restaurants), this wonderful place won me over.
This was my second visit to A Taste of Italy, and I was not disappointed with the experience.
Bennigan's Grill & Tavern has finally come to the Berkshires. They have set up their restaurant in Lenox, MA. Beautifully located in the Lenox Shops, the restaurant offers casual dining to their customers.
During my recent trip to Hong Kong, I had the pleasure of dining at Perfect Vegetarian Foods, and it was delicious. This fine restaurant serves all kinds of mock meat dishes.
Kailua on the windward side of Oahu is a classic beach town with a multitude of vacation rentals and bed & breakfasts. Kailua attracts many visitors who shy away from tourist spots like Waikiki, and offers some terrific dining experiences.
Savor Serbian Cuisine. Eat Cuban Boliche. Satsify your sweet tooth with Mindinmindin. All this and so much more when you dine in Milwaukee.
A guide to saving money when dining out at restaurants.
54th Street Grill is an independent but growing chain restaurant with a new branch in Edwardsville, Illinois. While the feel of the restaurant is not terribly different from many similar casual dining chains, it manages to stand out.
Alternating social interaction and "me time" is healthy! Here are some ideas for reveling in time alone, many of which are free.
Look around your local restaurant and you will see that most people there will be dining with their partners, children and friends. But a growing number of people dine alone all or some of the time. Here's how to eat alone with confidence next time you are in a restaurant
...the fact that they are the only 24-hour restaurant in town. This coupled with their location right next to Interstate 5, makes it popular with out-of-towners and trucker drivers alike.
If you like Japanese food or enjoy a good chef show with sharp knives and artful cooking skills, then a trip to Westbury Benihana on Long Island is worth it, for at least one time. The food is good and the price is right.
Pancho Villa's Bar & Grill is the place to go for authentic Mexican food. Located in Tucson, Arizona, you can find Pancho's on historic fourth avenue.
The location of Jimmy's Restaurant is right in the middle of the Berkshires. This strategic location helps add to their overall appeal and helps bring in a rather diverse crowd.
Lambert's Cafe takes downhome atmosphere to a new level with it's overwhelming helpings of great food, and their signature luscious rolls. "Who wants a roll?!
Many families dine out as many as three or four nights each week, so choosing the most diabetic friendly restaurants can, quite literally, become a matter of life or death!
This is a review of Cheddar's Restaurant.
Robin Raven reviews a vegan staple of Los Angeles, Real Food Daily.
Find out how you should dress, tip and treat the wait staff whether you are dining in a casual or formal restaurant.
After last week's winning picks, here's another set of four winning picks and even more recommendations on where to spend your gambling windfall.
I spent the from April 2007 to January 2008 in Charleston, SC. I had the opportunity to eat in some of the finest places Charleston had to offer, and this is my review of the establishments.
Because Aruba must import most of its food, and because it's a bustling tourist center, dining out can get costly. Where do you eat, so that you can enjoy the best the island has to offer without straining your bank account? Find out here!
Too often we worry about making sure our kids eat healthy, but then due to lack of time/effort forget about doing the same for ourselves, here are some tips for how to eat healthier as parents.
Recent food borne illness scares in the news have made people leery of going out to eat.
Are you one of the many, apparently well adjusted, happy Americans who's afraid to eat out alone? Dining solo can be an adventure. Here's what to do to overcome your fear of eating alone at a restaurant.
The Oklahoma City Museum of Art is a great place to spend the day. You can visit their exhibits, have lunch or dinner, and take in a movie. All without leaving the building, and all at a reasonable price.
This is the second part of the story of my August vacation with my husband in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
What a wonderful meal and service we had at Angelo's Grill! Highly recommended.
Eating gluten free at home is quite manageable. Eating out gluten free can be challenging and incredibly daunting when going it alone. This 2008 guide to dining out gluten free makes dining out a breeze. Simply print out the gluten free menu of choice and take it along.
There have been many firsts in Second Life. The first millionaire Anshe made her riches in real estate. The first child and the first automobile are just a few of the firsts in Second Life. Sublime Restaurant on Sublime Isle is the first in full service dining.
TipKalc is a fast, friendly, fun, free (and probably other words starting with "F"), that makes it simple to calculate the tip you should pay at a restaurant, and it's for you iPod!
Amelia Island has an eclectic mix of independently-owned restaurants. Fancy Sushi is the newest sushi restaurant in Fernandina Beach, but does it fit in? Read this traveler's review about the Japanese grill and sushi bar.
I find that more often than not, when someone recommends a restaurant to you the actual experience is a let down to the hype that the person has buried the place in. I can assure you that this is not one of those cases.
A review of Sushi-e, a legendary sushi restaurant in Sydney, Australia.
There are over 25 sushi Restaurants in the Orlando area alone. My favorite sushi restaurant in Orlando is not only affordable, but also has delicious food and a pleasant atmosphere as well.
I visited Orange Hill Restaurant in Orange, California, for its Sunday brunch. Here is my review of this fine-dining establishment.
I rarely find a restaurant or watering hole worthy of talking about, let alone writing about. But there is a cool little restaurant/bar in downtown Melbourne, Florida, in the heart of the "old" downtown that is definitely worth mentioning and most assuredly worth a visit.
Vespa Restaurant is a very acceptable dining option when one is considering where they should eat in New York City, and the food here is good enough as to probably draw in those who are a little unsure at first.
My Moon offers a dining experience that is quite unique to New York City, allowing one to dine on a cuisine that is not present, for the most part, in American society.
Aloe Restaurant has managed to take two relatively different cuisines, American and Asian, and blend them together into a terrific dining experience for its customers.
Indochine has done an exceptional job in blending together the Vietnamese and French cuisines, and almost every meal here is extremely delicious. The setting is phenomenal, and for this reason alone everyone should give Indochine a try.
Char, the star in the Char/Amerigo Corp. crown combines that favorite of all Southern gourmet meals, and a "plate lunch," served amidst highly polished wood and soft lighting to make Char the perfect place.
If you are looking for fine dining for a small price. This is the place!
Frankie & Johnnie's is terrific dining choice is one is looking for one of the best steaks in New York City, and the overall menu is adapted to fit almost everybody's dining preferences.
Earth NYC is one of the best places to go if one is looking for a great Indian meal. The food and atmosphere is great, and it should be a part of every New Yorker's dining out routine.
As food is an important part of a culture, there is one type of food in the form of a soup that is pretty important to Vietnamese history and culture let alone the ethnic cuisine.
The restaurant industry is one of the riskiest in the world today. Asian restaurants are by no means an exception to those same risks. However, running an Asian restaurant seems to far riskier than any other type of restaurant.
I grew up in a bar outside of Philly. To this day eating dinner at a bar turns any meal into comfort food. Here are my picks for the best in restaurant bars in West Los Angeles.
What do secret agents and restaurant critics have in common? Well, with the notable exceptions of James Bond, and John Steed and Emma Peel (the Avengers), they don't want to be recognized.
Located within quick driving distance from Washington DC, Baltimore and all the surrounding areas, the Cozy Country Inn and Restaurant is a great, affordable spot to getaway on a romantic trip. This bed and breakfast offers great amenities and great prices.
Avoid the depression of being alone by addressing your expectations of Thanksgiving and providing for yourself.
A solo vacation might just be what you need to enjoy your next travel adventure; here are the key reasons why traveling alone can really pay off.
this is a short review of a recent cheap get-a-way that I took alone . even with the "single supplements," I managed to get a great vacation for a fair price.
If you're planning on taking a cruise alone, then you need to read this informative article before you make your reservation!
This is 2008. For this reason, it is time we become more self sufficient. This includes learning how to travel and how to have fun alone.
If you are alone on Valentines Day, you can still celebrate the glory of love. Just pick up one of these five films
Visit a haunted house. Learn about outer space. See incredible Old West-themed artwork. All this and more when you visit Shreveport, Louisiana!
Tips on how to eat healthy at a college cafeteria, and how to create affordable, delicious meals in your dorm room.
A look at why new love often brings a few extra pounds with it, and suggestions for men who want to help their partners lose weight or make healthy lifestyle changs.
Seafood? Bar-b-que? Thai? Italian? No matter what kind of food you are looking for you can find your craving in Costa Rica.
Former NFL great O.J. Simpson will stand trial in Las Vegas on robbery and kidnapping charges. He has told reporters that he believes in the jury system and is confident he will be found not guilty. Will lightning strike twice for The Juice?
If you find yourself in San Antonio for the Thanksgiving holiday season, be sure to spoil yourself with a meal out to some of the Alamo City's finest cuisine. Enjoy the food and let someone else take care of the dishes.
The holidays are fast approaching; what to buy for the hardest folks on your shopping list - teenaged/adolescent boys. The times, my dear, they are a'changing - and so are these kids' tastes!
Hoboken is home to lots of young professionals, who either don't know how to cook or don't want to. Luckily, there are a number of great places in Hoboken that offer Delivery and Take-Out.
There are a variety of ways to prepare an elegant table setting.
Being a single traveler does not have to equal big costs and supplemental fees.
This article is to highlight what the Smokey Mountain Cabins have to offer for romantic getaways for two.
Super bowl parties, tailgate parties, family reunions, church socials or whatever the occasion, the act of sharing food and drink have been a part...
The local population of St. Louis has dozens of wonderful Asian and Asian-fusion restaurants to choose from when deciding on a place to enjoy dining out.
Thanks to OpenTable.com, my husband and I had a unique dining experience at Der Zauberlehring in Stuttgart, Germany.
Night Owl Deliveries Vs. Dining In: An educated comparison between two Boston area food delivery services in regards to quality, price, customer service and overall convenience. Gives pros and cons about both companies.
Humans aren't the only ones who appreciate fresh produce. Wildlife often considers lawns and gardens as big buffets. Discouraging them from dining on your property may require a combination of methods.
Review of Easton Town Center with discussion on its benefits as a free day out with good people watching, great for kids, but bad parking situation
You'll be glad to know that there is no shortage of recreational opportunities in the Scottsdale area. Golf, shopping, gourmet dining, golf, horseback riding, hiking and golf are just a few of the fun things to do in Scottsdale, Arizona.
An old-school, classy atmosphere combines with inventive and delicious dishes to provide a magnificent dining experience.
The California beach hotels also have bars, dining, and dancing. You feel you have stepped into some surreal place where everything is always perfect.
Whether your visiting for business, skiing, leaf-peeping, or just passing through, don't miss these incredible dining experiences in Burlington, Vermont.
"dinner time" (originally known as "dining time") is one of those concepts that evolved over time. And that actually dinner was originally eaten around midday because lighting as free and when it got dark most folks went to bed.
If you are planning a trip to Japan, most of you will probably visit a famous temple, visit an old castle and perhaps a famous museum park or two. However, visiting these places alone will not give you a well rounded look into Japan and its culture.
The year is 1911, and young Roksana, a Polish immigrant, is caught in the midst of the brutal and un-forgiving industrial revolution. Will she survive, nearly alone, in the harsh and tragic world of the impoverished, turn-of-the-century youth?
A beautiful centerpiece is essential for dressing up your table at a wedding, banquet, party, or even just your dining room table at home, but pre-made centerpieces can be pricey.
Grano Trattoria is a superb dining choice for anyone feeling those hunger pangs in New York City, providing some of the best pastas and other Italian entrees to their many pleased guests.
Plate lunches are a regular part of Hawaii dining options for local residents. Richie's Drive Inn, though not the cleanest and fanciest places, is a good choice for its low prices and plentiful portions.
If you're going alone or with a group of people, there are definitely places you can check out while visiting Washington DC. There are plenty to see even for a week to two-week long trip.
Both the Providence Marriott and the new Twin River Casino are exciting places to visit and enjoyable in their own right. Put them together in a summer escape weekend, now you are talking.
Whether you are looking for roller coaster thrills, fine shopping and dining, or just want a place to relax from it all; Kansas City has what you need. Here are just a few highlights of what you can enjoy in this fantastic city.
A Young man lost and wandering alone finds himself at the beginning of an adventure with endless possibilities.
When a parent does not prepare for retirement, let alone inflation, finding a decent affordable place to live can be a tiring event.
If you want to roll your sleeves up and talk to the locals about how much cement you poured the other day or the size of that catfish you just can't seem to reel in, have I got a few places in store fo you.
From 1950's style diners to waterfront dining, there is bound to be something to suit your taste buds in Bremerton, Washington.