A mèlange of refreshing fruity flavors with a tart vinaigrette makes this the perfect summer salad!

We’ve been on a “No Reservations” kick lately and in this household, anything Anthony Bourdain says, goes.

An inspired dish from the creative chefs at Buddakan.

Oooops! I did it again. It’s like an abusive relationship that you can’t leave because it’s THAT good. You know what I’m talking about. Oh sweet Chinatown.

This is a tale of my love/hate relationship with Chinatown.

I was a late bloomer. The California roll was my idea of sushi. Meanwhile, all my trendy friends ordered sashimi. I was determined not to let some squishy, raw fish bring me down. I wanted to be cool and look at me now!

When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s amore…

Growing up in a Filipino home, tilapia was a staple on the dinner table.  It was always simply broiled, served with jasmine rice and vegetables.  Tilapia was always something you could find at the Asian markets and it didn’t occur to me until in recent years, the versatility of this fish.

A trip to Chinatown is never complete without a visit to our favorite fish monger. As we scan the catch of the day sprawled out on beds of crushed ice, my mind begins to sift through the menu possibilities for our upcoming week. I know exactly what we need…

I always gravitated towards filets, in fear of accidentally swallowing a fish bone which could lead to puncturing my organs (dramatic, I know). Who knew I would be such a fanatic of whole fish?

Such a simple and satisfying meal best served with a side of sweet potato fries. One of our favorite meals…