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El Gusto indeed!

Dining Diva — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:52:00 GMT

We occasioned by El Gusto del Pueblo the other night. It had been a while since we'd dined at El Gusto, and because it was late evening we ordered fajita nachos. They were really tasty, nachos like they should be made, with fresh ingredients and prepared...(read more)

Great Dinner at Gaido's--as usual!

Dining Diva — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:15:00 GMT

We had a fabulous dinner at Gaido’s last week. They have consistently fresh fish and prepare it so well. Plus there’s the shrimp bisque (yummm!), great salads and sides, excellent steaks, delicious desserts, and on and on. I’m looking...(read more)

Epicurean Evening a Blast

Dining Diva — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:13:00 GMT

I hope you got to the recent Epicurean Evening at Moody Gardens. I went with some friends and we had a fabulous time. Dozens of local restaurants were there with samples of their very best items, wine and beer purveyors poured generously, a free photo...(read more)

Casey's great for families

Dining Diva — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 19:44:00 GMT

We went out to Casey's on Seawall on a recent Monday evening (they're open seven days now). The atmosphere is casual and friendly, and the food is nicely prepared. My friend had a grilled seafood platter that had wonderful Gulf shrimp, and redfish...(read more)

Takeout Home Cooking

Dining Diva — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 20:45:00 GMT

Have you tried Chopin Mon Ami for lunch or dinner? They have wonderful comfort food. On several occasions I have felt not at all like preparing food, and was able to have meals better than Mom used to make. They prepare one selection per day so I don't...(read more)

Breakfast at Star Drug

Dining Diva — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 19:59:00 GMT

We have friends in town for Mardi Gras, so we all went out to Star Drug for a late breakfast. They have done a fantastic job refurbishing the place post-Ike (take a look at the water line and you'll be amazed!), and the food is as fine as ever. I...(read more)

Fabulous dinner at Willie G's

Dining Diva — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 14:38:00 GMT

If you have not been to Willie G's since it reopened, you must get there! We went on a weekday night (I believe reservations are recommended on the weekend) and loved it. All the way from appetizer to dessert, we were impressed with the delicious...(read more)

eat cetera is back, hooray!

Dining Diva — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 18:29:00 GMT

I've had two opportunities to lunch at eat cetera in the last couple of weeks. The first time I had a special panini with cambezola (camembert + gorgonzola, a real treat), ham and grilled asparagus. This week I shared lunch with a friend: we each...(read more)

Dinner from Shrimp & Stuff

Dining Diva — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:06:00 GMT

Shrimp & Stuff is indeed back in operation. We live nearby so we called in an order and it was ready in 10 minutes. I had a great shrimp salad, big fresh shrimp in a creamy mix with chopped shrimp, served over lettuce with avocado, half-boiled-egg...(read more)

Had Lunch at The Spot today

Dining Diva — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 18:46:00 GMT

We went with some friends over to The Spot on Seawall around 12:30 this afternoon. We arrived just before the line elongated so we didn't wait at all. They have a limited menu right now but it included what I wanted, a Spotburger! It was just the...(read more)

Best meal I've ever had!

Dining Diva — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:34:00 GMT

Last night I had the meal of a lifetime! We went to Saltgrass Steak House on Seawall, bone-tired from cleaning up Ike debris. We had decided it was time for a little celebration. It seemed like everyone in town was there and we saw folks we hadn't...(read more)

Food if you need it on the Island

Dining Diva — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:08:00 GMT

Krogers and Randalls are grilling lunches for folks outside today (Wednesday), at no cost. Randalls had drinks, beef fajita tacos, and a banana. Krogers had hot dogs and beans, chips, and drinks. All these are salve to the palate of the weary, and the...(read more)

Casey's is Open

Dining Diva — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 19:48:00 GMT

My source on the Island tells me that Casey's at 38th & Seawall is open for breakfast and lunch, 8am to 4pm. Good for them! Enjoy a hot meal....(read more)

Can't wait to get back!

Dining Diva — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 17:36:00 GMT

I'm one of those evacuees in exile, alert for news of our Island. I just heard the announcement that return begins Wednesday. I'll get there as soon as resonable and promise to start scouting for eating places that offer more than MRE's. Please...(read more)

Vietnamese Take-Out from Pho 20

Dining Diva — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 17:37:00 GMT

I wanted Vietnamese noodles last night, so I called in an order to Pho 20 at 39th & Broadway. I have become addicted to B2 "Vermicelli with Char-Grilled Beef". This is my local absolute favorite take-home food and most times it is great...(read more)