There is a certain minimum standard you expect from a Michelin 3-star restaurant from the time when you walk into their premise - after all, first impression counts. It didn't go well for me at the reception - told the receptionist my name, and then she asked which "room" did I book the reservation. I … Continue reading Sketch, London, United Kingdom
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Songhelou, Suzhou, China
Back in 2000, I went to Suzhou for the first time, and had one of the most memorable meals at the classic Songhelou restaurant. One of the dishes, Cherry Pork, had the most wonderful taste even this old brand has changed. At my last visit it looked old and tired, but bizarrely with the old … Continue reading Songhelou, Suzhou, China
Fatty Crab, New York City, United States
When hurricane Irene struck New York City during the last weekend in August 2011, New York went into an unprecedented shutdown. Not only did the public transport system closed down that weekend, most shops and restaurants decided to stay shut the whole weekend. I'd hate to think the amount of business lost during that weekend, … Continue reading Fatty Crab, New York City, United States