Rigazzis Review – St. Louis

I think I have only been to two “traditional Italian” restaurants in my life, where I either went “wow” or returned multiple times; one was in London, the other Hong Kong. I stopped in an Olive Garden thirty some years ago shortly after they started, haven’t been back. I imagine their food would be a… Continue reading Rigazzis Review – St. Louis

Dominos Review

I first became acquainted with Dominos when I lived in my first apartment in Minneapolis.  Near the U of M, “Cedar Square West,” was a HUD experiment of a “city within a city” and the exteriors were represented to be the domicile of Mary Tyler Moore on the television program that bore her name. Dominos… Continue reading Dominos Review

China Dragon Review – Algonquin, IL

I haven’t had Chinese in let’s see….over two years.  Wasn’t intentional, just happened.  Prior to that, I could have it a couple times a year, but was most always disappointed.  Since I lived in China, I just haven’t been satisfied with “Americanized Chinese.”  Even going to major city Chinatowns and asking for the dishes I… Continue reading China Dragon Review – Algonquin, IL

My Best Burgers in USA List, 2015 (and some not so great ones)

Best Burgers You guys are always asking me for recommendations, and I’ve never done a “favorites list,” per se, so today I think I will. For me, the test of a great burger, is to take it all apart, sample the individual components, with the biggest emphasis being put on the taste and texture of… Continue reading My Best Burgers in USA List, 2015 (and some not so great ones)

Is Your HR Department Your New Storefront?

Some years ago, people talked about the importance of having a great website – that for many companies it was the equivalent of a brick and mortar storefront. The site was what the public saw first, created the initial impression of the company and encouraged (or discouraged) people from doing business with the concern. I… Continue reading Is Your HR Department Your New Storefront?

Blues BBQ and Grill Review – East Dundee, IL

So there were these guys, living in Maryland, disgusted with the state of ‘cue in the area, so they bought a truck and created their own.  From there, they have expanded to brick and mortars in  Virginia and East Dundee, IL.   The latter location seems like a stretch for managing, but hey, their working… Continue reading Blues BBQ and Grill Review – East Dundee, IL

Superior Seafood Review – New Orleans

Superior Seafood is on the St. Charles Streetcar line, a quick ride from the Quarter.  Superior’s  menu incorporates the best of local seafood,  po boys, plates, and fresh catch, with beef, chicken and pasta available for those who partake in those edibles.  It’s moderately priced ($10 – $25), is happy to toss you a loaf… Continue reading Superior Seafood Review – New Orleans

Sobelmans Pub and Grill Review – Milwaukee, WI

I was prepared for three things – to  wait awhile for a table, to have to pay more than I wanted to, and for lousy service due to the crowds.  None of the three happened.  We were seated immediately, despite nearly a full house, the prices were unbelievably reasonable, and the service was prompt, continuous,… Continue reading Sobelmans Pub and Grill Review – Milwaukee, WI