Top Questions...

It's always interesting to hear someone's reaction when they hear I write a food blog. Here are some answers to some of the most common questions:

What's your favorite restaurant?
This is a trick question! As I say when working with students and teacher - it depends! It depends on the type of cuisine, my mood, the people with whom I am dining, and so many other factors. However, if I am forced to name my top 5 from the 2014 list, here it is:

Ngon Bistro
Alma
Brasa
Heartland
Pizzeria Lola

How do you decide which places to try? or How did you hear about...?
I began with the 2014 Best 50 Restaurants list from the Mpls. St. Paul Magazine. However, I also follow a few different local culinary blogs/sites such as Heavy Table and Minneapolis Eater.

Do you get paid to do this?
I wish!!! I receive an occasional shout out on Twitter but I am doing this for fun. However, it certainly would be much easier on the budget if I were to be paid. Then again, I might feel a certain obligation to write my review in a particular way so this way there is no bias.

Is there anyplace you have really hated?
No. There are certainly places that have been disappointing but I haven't absolutely hated any one place.

The biggest request...
So where should I go for my next meal out...?
Again, it depends. I now have my list ready on my phone in case I receive a request. And, I am constantly adding to my list as restaurants open, close or change concepts.