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Food has through history played a role in the way the world functions. Kings and Emperors used to pride themselves on their kitchens and exotic food made by the world’s best chefs had the same value as treasures.

A glance into the two volume compilation “The Cambridge World History of Food” shows how mankind developed exotic tastes how spices were traded like gold, and more. The volumes are standard references world -wide for social scientists, economists, nutritionists, and gourmets. A website http://www.foodtimeline.org/ has a wonderful time line of food which shows that fish, egges, and mushrooms were eaten as early as before 17,000 BCE and that bread, beer, and soup was in the diet as far back as 10000 BCE.

The modern world too runs on its stomach and world wide restaurants compete to gain the status of “best restaurant.” If a restaurant is listed by S Pellegrino in its list of ” the world’s 50 Best Restaurants,” then its like wining an honor and prize. The list each year is complied by Nespresso World’s 50 Best Academy consisting of food writers, critics, publishers, and commentators from all over the world.

So if you are a gourmet and world traveler here are a few restaurants you may wish to try the 2007 list included:

1. El Bulli in Spain chosen as the World’s Best Restaurant in Europe.

2. The Fat Duck in UK which was the Chefs Choice.

3. Pierre Gagnaire in France.

4. The French Laundry in the US adjudged the Best in the Americas.

5. Tetsuya’s in Australia adjudged the best in Australasia.

6. Bras in France.

7. Mugaritz in Spain.

8. Le Louis XV in Monaco.

9. Per Se in the US.

10. Arzak in Spain.

11. El Celler deCan Roca in Spain.

12. Gamero Rosso in Italy.

It’s all about quality reaching new heights. Detailed information on the best restaurants in the world and past lists can be viewed at http://www.theworlds50best.com/index.html Chefs and food critics and aficionados from all over the world congregate to London for the awards functions each year. In a global world more and more people are expanding their minds and trying out the cuisine of other cultures and nations.

The World Wide Web is replete with information on cuisine, cooking, wine, and dining choices and trends. So if you want to be trendy and know how to eat what, which wine to select, and more then open your mind to new experiences and educate yourself in every direction using the knowledge highway the internet has become.

Timothy Rudon is a writer for http://www.1888restaurants.com the premier website to find restaurant, restaurants, best restaurants, best food, best wine, cuisine, reservations, recipes, restaurant review, restaurant menus and many more.

Being a sushi lover for more than 20 years, I had a great sushi experience at a quaint Japanese restaurant in Claremont, California. Chef Hiro puts the sparkle in the gem that is Nogi Sushi for the city of Claremont. Trained in Japan, Chef Hiro hand picks his fresh seafood, and daily specials. One of my favorites specials is the Giant Clam. Served in the shell sashimi style or sautéed (for those who like their seafood cooked), the Giant Clam is a treat not to be missed. I spoke with Chef Hiro, and I asked what he likes about his Job.
“I love the customer that comes in and ask me to create something for them. I always try to come up with something special for that customer, so they have a connection to comeback.”
Along with creating a rapport with his customers, he greets every customer that walks in with a hardy Asian greeting. When customers leave he often says “I’ll see you tomorrow.” as a way to not say good bye, but invite them back. He loves to interact with his customers, his English is accented, but understandable, and I’ve heard him hold fluent conversations in both Japanese, and Chinese. He also understands some Spanish, and will mix in Spanish phrases with customers that speak it to him.
The sushi menu is loaded with traditional sushi like various types of tuna, salmon, eel, and many types of cut and hand rolls. Every once and while he’ll have seasonal specials like barracuda, striped bass, various kinds of oysters or something else that is unique. You can also quench your thirst with a cold Japanese beer, hot or cold Sake, a house red or white wine, or a sweet plum wine.
Not only does Nogi Sushi offer a menu that can satisfy any sushi lovers taste buds, but they also offer an appetizing menu of fully cooked foods. They offer various type of Tempura, curry, and teriyaki plates complete with soup and salad. Something unique they have that is great for kids, is a Japanese soda called “Ramuné” It has a pinched neck bottle that is sealed with a glass marble. This design limits the amount of liquid available in the chamber so it slows down the drinking process. Just don’t ask to take out the marble, it can’t be done without breaking the bottle, which is not recommended.

As with many great eateries, Nogi Sushi’s un-assuming exterior betrays the quality meal inside. Complete with a fatherly Japanese father figure at the register, Nogi Sushi is an experience to enjoy. I have become a dedicated customer, and I try to visit at least once a month; well worth the drive. Located at 950 W. Foohill Blvd. Directions and information is available at their website http://www.nogisushi.com/

Adam
West Covina, CA

I am a Los Angeles area technician. My father grew up in a costal town; he is a seafood aficionado. He started taking us to Sushi restaurants when I was 10. By the time I was 11, I could use chopsticks without help.

According to the latest U.S Government census the city of Pasadena, California has a population of just under 140,000, however the city boasts in excess of 500 dining establishments.

Pasadena has a wealth of shopping centers, stores, boutiques, movie theaters, art galleries, museums and of course it is the host of the Rose Parade and the Rose Bowl and because it is situated on the edge of the San Fernando Valley, at the start of the San Gabriel Valley and just nine miles north of downtown Los Angeles it draws on a large area population. According to the Pasadena Visitors Bureau the city employes in excess of 100,000 people.

Due to the foregoing the city hosts an inordinantly large number of restaurants, coffee shops, fast food places and specialty restaurants. Whether you are looking for a cheap, mid priced or expensive dining establishment, if you are hankering for central or south American, Chinese, French, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, Thai food, a hamburger joint, a steak house, indoor dining, outdoor dining or a drive thru, you will find what you are searching for in Pasadena.

Old Town Pasadena is fast becoming one of Los Angeles County’s largest attractions. Old Town has several restaurants on every block, many with patio or sidewalk seating where you can take a break from shopping, movie going, visiting art galleries or museums and have a leisurely lunch, dinner or cup of coffee while people watching.

Everywhere you go in Pasadena you will find places eat and have fun. Have some of the best hamburgers in California at Original Tommy’s or In-N-Out, have good traditional Mexican food while listening to live music at places like Mijares Mexican Restaurant, have a prime cut of beef at the Parkway Grill or the Beckham Grill, dine while enjoying stand up comics at the Ice House, dine dance and drink at Moose Mcgillicuddy’s, have sushi at places like Zono Shushi or have great Italian dishes at any number of fine Italian restaurants. Whatever you are searching for in a restaurant you will find it in Pasadena.

For more information about the city of Pasadena, California and a directory of Pasadena restaurants and restaurant reviews visit Pasadena City Guides And Directories

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David G. Hallstrom, Sr. is a retired private investigator and is currently the publisher of several internet directories, including http://www.usacitydirectories.com a directory of national, state, county and city guides and directories listing local guides, directories, web sites and web pages providing resources, services and information about things to do and places to go.

Knowing a few things about the restaurants and the way they charge you will help you to get the best service and pay only a reasonable amount for it. While one would like to say that all eating spots are fair and list everything upfront, sadly, it is not so.

There are a number of places that put a footnote in the menu saying tat a certain dish is only to be ordered for two. That means that either you end up wasting the stuff or that your companion eats something he or she did not really order.

Most Venetian eateries routinely add a service charge of around 10 to 15% to your bill. You can take it that the tip has been added. Unless the service is exceptional, there is really no need to pay an additional tip. Remember also that by law you are required to take a receipt from the restaurant after your meal. I don’t think you will be ever required to produce it anywhere; it is to ensure that the owner does not cheat on his taxes.

So if a local guide tells you that the custom in Venice is to tip 15% after a meal, you know whose side he is on!

Many visitors are surprised to see a plate of pretzels on their table and cannot (naturally enough) resist munching. Everyone assumes that the plate is complimentary. It is only when you get the bill that you realize that you are billed for each pretzel you eat! If you are not careful, you can easily double your bill this way.

In almost every trattorie (a small and simple eating place), and rosticcerie (a common Italian snack bar) you will find a place to sit and a counter where you can just stand and finish your meal. There is a difference in costs between the two. And the difference can be substantial. Most people simply pick up their food and walk. If you choose a restaurant with a view of the canal, good seating and table service, you can expect to pay about twice what the menu shows by way of service charges. So choose accordingly.

There is no dearth of watering holes in the city and you can find some really good ones on the Campo di Santa Margarita. This is an area favored by students from the university and is especially active on weekends.

Enjoy Venice, stretch your euros and have fun. After all this is what you are here for isn’t it?

Knowing a few things about the restaurants and the way they charge you will help you to get the best service and pay only a reasonable amount for it. For more information visit venice vacations.

Everyone knows that Italian food is some of the very best in the world. Of course, many people have never experienced the various regional dishes that are not as common as the traditional spaghetti or lasagna. If you are looking for something truly wonderful, try some of the other regional dishes that are native to Italy the next time you visit your favorite Italian restaurant.

Fortunately, Los Angeles is home to some of the best restaurants in the world and among them are many Italian restaurants. There is a wealth of establishments to choose from and it won’t take long before one of them becomes your absolute favorite.

The various restaurants all have their take on Italian cuisine. Some of the restaurants may be Italian grills that prepare the foods without the traditional red sauce that most people associate with Italian food. If you haven’t had a chance to sample this type of Italian food, you don’t know what you have been missing.

There are some Italian restaurants in the Los Angeles area that are traditional and have the red checkered table cloths for that old world charm that is most associated with dining in Italian restaurants. When you are in the mood for the hearty meals that are prepared in this type of old school Italian restaurant, these places can’t be beat.

An Italian restaurant is the best place to take a special someone for a romantic evening. There is just something about this style of food that brings about feelings of love and romance. Some restaurants will play traditional Italian music or even have a violin player strolling through the place entertaining the diners.

Fine Italian dining has nothing to do with Pizza places or even the local chain pizza restaurant that passes itself off as an Italian restaurant. Pizza is more American than Italian, although there is food similar to this eaten in Italy. A fine Italian restaurant should have a wonderful wine list of the very best Italian wines. Italy is well known for its amazing wines.

Italian restaurants in Los Angeles are the places to dine if you are really hungry. We all know that an Italian restaurant is not skimpy with the portions. In fact, if you do not get filled up on just the appetizers and salad, you will most likely be taking a lot of the dinner home. There is really that much food with your meal. Pasta is often a cornerstone of every dish, but you will have plenty of meat and vegetables with your food prepared in a way like no other cuisine in the world.

The next time you are looking for a romantic place to take someone special, look for the Italian restaurants in the Los Angeles area. Search out the authentic Italian cuisine for the full experience of romance, delicious food and a warm atmosphere. Many special memories will be made in your favorite Italian restaurant. Just make sure that you are ready for a big meal and you will not be disappointed with the heaping plates you get in your local Italian restaurant.

http://www.restaurants.califindit.com Francesca Romano has owned and operated several Italian restaurants in the Greater Los Angeles area. She is currently working with CaliFindIt.com, California’s premier source of information, developing their restaurant section. If you are looking for fine dining, casual dining or takeout restaurants in Los Angeles, visit http://www.restaurants.califindit.com to find all of L.A.’s best restaurants, their menus, maps to their locations and coupons for discounts.

There are few things better than some delicious Italian food; there are maybe a handful of people on the entire planet who don’t like pizza. It’s delicious, and there’s more to great Italian food and superb pizza than franchise restaurants, and chain shops. A real Italian restaurant, or pizzeria might seem like a rarity. But that’s all right, we’ve done the research for you! Check out these delicious choices below. If you love Palmdale hotels, then you’ll love the Italian too!

Shakey’s Pizza Restaurant - Shakey’s Pizza isn’t exactly a quaint little Italian pizzeria; it’s actually kind of a chain restaurant set-up; not quite with the popularity of Papa John’s, Pizza Hut, or any of the other major competition. Shakey’s is actually a primarily California based chain, that is branching out soon, in a few other states, mainly major cities, such as Las Vegas, and Spokane. Shakey’s comes highly recommended by reviewers in the area, and is located at 39450 10th Street West #A, in Palmdale.

Me-N-Ed’s Pizzeria - After looking at the online menu for Me-N-Ed’s pizzeria, at meneds.com, I have never in my life been so unfortunate not to be a CA resident. This chain of restaurants has many locations, all over California, including of course, their Palmdale spot; 39202 Tenth St. West #C. The reviews this place has received are more than exemplary, and it seems like people cannot say enough about the restaurant! If you’re on vacation, you have to stop by! If you love the food as much as everyone else, don’t forget to review it online.

Vince’s Pasta & Pizza – This little spot isn’t just for pizza; they also serve plenty of pasta, and classic Italian dishes. But don’t expect anything fancy; it’s primarily a casual spot for people feeding groups. The younger, hip crowd might not appreciate the low prices, and the lack of “style”, as one reviewer claims, however, most other reviews have nothing to offer other than praise for its great food and value. They also often have specials, and discounted menu options, –according to one reviewer, the best time to order is when you have a house full of people and need to feed everyone without going broke.

Eduardo’s Italian Restaurant - Eduardo’s has received excellent reviews from both local restaurant patrons, and from those visiting the area. Eduardo’s is located in a small strip mall, at 819 W Palmdale Blvd in Palmdale; it’s tucked into a small spot, but the inner atmosphere definitely makes it seem larger. They offer a larger banquet room for private groups, or business events. They also offer an extensive menu, so while the clothes might be casual the food is as formal as can be. Eduardo’s is the perfect place to go if you want real Italian food, in relaxing surroundings.

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