Flippin’ Good Chicken, Burgers, Beer in downtown Las Vegas

The Firebird served with Fire Fries

It was my last night in Las Vegas, and I was craving two things: a spicy chicken sandwich and a local craft beer. These days you can find great spots all over Vegas for chicken and beer including Hattie B’s at The Cosmopolitan, The Crack Shack, and Big Chicken. While these places are great, I …

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Istanbul Mediterranean at Grand Bazaar Shops on Las Vegas Strip

The Combo Pita Sandwich from Istanbul Mediterranean, Las Vegas, Nevada

I love to eat when I travel. Whether it is ramen in Tokyo, dumplings in Taipei, schnitzel in Berlin, or poutine in Vancouver. But, no matter the destination, there’s another type of food I love to eat. And, that is Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food. Mediterranean food is a universal food easily found in any …

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Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips at The LINQ Promenade on Las Vegas Strip

The traditional Fish & Chips Combo

One of the best fish & chips restaurants in Las Vegas is Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips at The LINQ Promenade on the Las Vegas Strip. This fast-casual eatery is headed by British celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay. The fish & chips shop is popular for its fried Alaskan cod, house-made chips using Kennebec potatoes, and …

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Gordon Ramsay Burger at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas

Hell’s Kitchen Burger from Gordon Ramsay Burger at Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas, Nevada

Ask anyone where to find the best burger in Las Vegas, and odds are they will say Gordon Ramsay Burger at Planet Hollywood. If you are one of the few people who don’t know who Gordon Ramsay is, he is a British celebrity chef well known for his television shows and restaurants. You can find …

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Shanghai Taste: Authentic xiao long bao in Las Vegas

The colorful Xiao Long Bao

Over the last decade, I have been lucky enough to have traveled to China many times. On these trips, I have experienced new flavors and foods including authentic xiao long bao. Unfortunately, traveling internationally is all but impossible these days. This means if I want to taste the flavors and foods from my travels, I …

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Dirt Dog at Horseshoe Grand Bazaar Shops on Las Vegas Strip

The decadent Elote Dog

Dirt Dog, a locally owned restaurant with locations in California and Nevada, is popular for its street food-inspired gourmet hot dogs. Their hot dogs, famously known as Dirt Dogs, have earned the title “Official Hot Dog of Los Angeles.” These dogs, known as “danger dogs” or “dirt dogs,” sold by food carts, are unique to …

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Four Peaks Brewing Company on 8th Street in Tempe, Arizona

The Southwest Burger with a side of french fries[

As a baseball fan, I find myself back in Tempe, Arizona each year for spring training. While I am no expert on Tempe, I have witnessed how the city has changed over the years. Each time I visit, I encounter new restaurants, breweries, and sights that seem to pop up out of nowhere. While there …

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Eggslut at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, Nevada

The Bacon, Egg & and Cheese Sandwich

Eggslut, inside the Cosmopolitan, is one of my favorite places in Las Vegas for an affordable, delicious, Instagram-worthy breakfast. With its risqué name, bold flavors, and hangover-curing egg-centric sandwiches, Eggslut has gained a cult-like following. Eggslut started as a food truck on the streets of Los Angeles in 2011. Today, the gourmet, upscale fast food …

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The Crack Shack: Fried chicken sandwiches on Las Vegas Strip

The massive Firebird Sandwich

If there’s one thing I really enjoy, it’s a fried chicken sandwich. Crispy chicken, salty pickles, a rich spread, and a toasted, buttery bun. Everyone seems to be doing one version or another these days from Popeyes to Chick-fil-A to McDonald’s. These sandwiches are about as ubiquitous as a cheeseburger. While most of them are …

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