One of (if not) the most delicious lndian dishes is butter chicken. Served over a bed of jasmine rice with a piece or 2 of naan bread - nothing beats it. And nobody beats Mayuri Indian Cuisine!
Prior to last year my biggest complaint about the restaurant was how small their Redmond location was. When they moved to their new location it only made the experience that much better.
While there is a plethora of other things to eat at Mayuri, whenever I have a second plate at the buffet it is always loaded with butter chicken! Their weekday lunch buffet costs $11.99 and it is worth it for this dish alone.
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Yeehaw! I love a good hamburger. So when one of my favorite local brew pub, Bellevue Brewing Company, makes some menu changes and finally offers a hamburger, I get a little excited.
It's always odd visiting a brew pub with such delicious beers and not ordering one, but as it was lunch time - I did the responsible thing and had some water to wash down my tasty hamburger.
How tasty you might ask? Well the patty is ground beef and chorizo pressed together into a juicy homemade piece of deliciousness. Then that is topped with BBQ pork AND bacon. Carefully brushed with a garlic aioli it was the perfect blend of seasonings and flavors in a hamburger.
If I had any critiques it would be this, it was a little messy. The meats were all very juicy which led to an abundance of liquid soaking in my plate. A napkin is necessary when dining on this burger, but the end result was totally worth it. It was served with a side of coleslaw as well. While I like coleslaw, Bellevue Brewing Company needs to offer french fries to their patrons. It's the ultimate side for a hamburger and a necessity in my humble opinion.
In the market for a tasty meal and an ice cold beer? Head over to Bellevue Brewing Company!
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Close to our office is a fantastic restaurant for lunch if you want to taste some Japanese dishes. Kiku Sushi offers an assortment of dishes including sushi, an ever changing bento box, and one of my favorites - chicken katsu with curry, white rice, and miso soup.
Every time I get this dish I think there is way more than I could possibly eat - but every time I find myself staring at an empty plate at the end of the meal. The fried chicken cutlet is expertly prepared and they provide a generous amount of curry. The fact that it is included on the side is fantastic, as it gives the diner the ability to control the amount of curry they want to put on their chicken. Me, I like mine swimming in it, so I just tip the bowl and pour it all over. I took this picture before as it looks much more appetizing from a presentation standpoint.
If you are in the Bellevue, WA area for lunch I recommend stopping by. The place is always bustling with patrons which must be a testament to the quality of their food.
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Not all of the best food is found in restaurants. Sometimes the most awesome delicious meals are home made as is the case with today's post. Lately I have been trying to eat a bit healthier and so it's important to focus on lean proteins and vegetables.
The chicken was pan fried and very lightly seasoned with Flavor Gods seasoning salts. Once the chicken was fully cooked we tossed in some broccoli and quinoa and let that cook until the quinoa is ready. This meal is low in fat, high in protein and an excellent choice for those looking to eat better. It is simple to make which is extremely important to me, especially since I don't usually get home from work until about 7:00pm.
No meal is complete without a bit of spice so I always like to add a generous helping of hot sauce. The picture included above is of my leftovers the next day while at work. I keep a bottle of Tapatio Salsa Picante hot sauce at work. This added a really nice zing that brought the whole dish together to make a great lunch time treat.
I recently attended the Lenny Wilkens Foundation Celebrity Auction Dinner in Bellevue, WA. The foundation is a pillar in the community and supports children and providing them with the best health care available. It is a great cause.
The auction dinner is always a very fun event and the food is always phenomenal. This year's menu featured a succulent Filet Mignon. It was extremely juicy and cutting into it there was very little fat and it was cooked perfectly.
Along with Filet Mignon there was some delicious scallops and a bed of mashed potatoes. Green beans were the final piece of the puzzle that added a little color to the dish. It was like the bow on a perfectly wrapped present and delivered straight to my stomach.
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Every year Frito-Lay treats us to 4 special edition 'Global Flavors' of potato chips in stores. This year they really upped their ante with 4 unique flavors that I couldn't help myself but try.
While I am still working through the entire line-up, the first 1 I had the privilege of sampling was the Tikka Masala flavored chips. I always doubt how accurately a potato chip can simulate different food items.. but the Tikka Masala chips did not disappoint!
From the moment I opened the bag I caught a sent all too familiar to me in the Bellevue area. It reminded me of some of my favorite Indian food restaurants! So we were off to a good start. Another point in their favor was the fact that they were Kettle Cooked style. Which is by far the best way to eat a potato chip. These chips had the perfect blend of crunch texture and amazing flavors.
If you see them in your local grocery store, give them a shot. You won't be disappointed. And remember, they are limited edition so they won't be around for ever!
One of my favorite types of foods that can be found in abundance in the Pacific Northwest is Thai food. No place does Thai Food better than Thai Kitchen in Bellevue, WA!
My go to dish there is the Traditional Pad Thai. It's very important that you get the 'Traditional' Pad Thai. The Traditional Pad Thai is made with tamarind paste which gives it a unique and delicious flavor. The standard Pad Thai you can order from Thai Kitchen is a bit cheaper and commonly referred to as 'ketchup pad thai' as it has a brighter red color. The flavor is more red than brown and to be honest, it just isn't as good.
Other dishes that are solid include pineapple curry fried rice, Pad Kee Mao, and Pad See Ew. If you are in the Bellevue, WA area I highly recommend you check out Thai Kitchen.
While in Canada I do my best to find a local donair shop. My stop in Edmonton, AB is Mike's Famous on Whyte Ave. Recently I had the Jumbo Donair, and boy was it jumbo! It was packed with delicious donair meat and smothered in creamy, sweet, donair sauce.
If you haven't had one before I highly recommend checking it out. The picture included in this post doesn't do it justice!
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