Chef Chris, also known as Chef Dawg ("Please don't call me Chef," he used to tell me, "Let's go with something more casual... how about Dawg") and Suzanne visited her son Nick in Chicago this weekend. On Friday they took the train from the airport directly to Xoco, where I guided them through the 7… Continue reading Chef Dawg
Tag: breakfast
Sammy’s Family Restaurant
On the road near Grand River, Ohio, Sammy's made for a fantastic Saturday breakfast. The bacon and egg on a bagel sandwich was perfectly executed, and refills of coffee were plentiful. The potatoes were delicious, and very light in the oil department. Beyond the excellent food and service, I would recommend Sammy's Family Restaurant for… Continue reading Sammy’s Family Restaurant
Manjar Blanco
Miriam Peraza welcomed our group with open arms for breakfast on the last day of our trip to the Yucatan. First thing at the table was a smoothie of chaya, to give us the good energy. Panuchos and motulenos arrived shortly thereafter. I have never had huevos motulenos as good as this, and Miriam went… Continue reading Manjar Blanco


