Myers + Chang is an Asian restaurant in Boston from award-winning chef Joanne Chang.
The restaurant had a bit of a wait, so we sat in the entry way until we were alerted they were ready for us.
Once we were in, we were seated at this long center communal table.
Looking over the menu, a few things jumped out at me.
First - spring rolls with Swiss chard, noodles and peach duck sauce.
Then, Mama Chang's Pork + Chive dumplings.
Then, Kaitlynn's tempura cauliflower.
And, my main dish was braised pork belly bao buns with brandy hoisin and house pickles.
And some little meringue bites to finish!
I can't turn down Asian food. Whether it's Chinese or Thai or sushi, I am here for it.
Taste of Asia has a few locations in the area: South Charleston, this one in Huntington, and one in Teays Valley I haven't been to yet.
Taste of Asia has Chinese food, hibachi, sushi, and more.
I started with an order of crab rangoons - wontons filled with imitation crab meat and cream cheese, fried until golden brown - because I'm basic, and it's one of my favorite foods ever.
And I got a sushi roll - the Daisy Roll - spicy crab, cream cheese, avocado, spicy shrimp, spicy mayo, mango, eel sauce and yellow tobiko.
Mm. What's your favorite dish here?
Kobe Asian Fusion is a new restaurant that opened in the former Su-Tei location in Kanawha City.
It's kinda like fast food sushi, with a pretty basic menu and low prices.
I ordered a "Yum Yum" roll, which has crab, avocado, cucumber, cream cheese, with spicy crab and crunchy deep-fried bits. Essentially, it has all my favorite components in a sushi roll.
And, there were cream cheese wontons - another of my favorites!
What have you had here?
I made a day trip to Pittsburgh in anticipation of an upcoming flight and went in search of a quick dinner.
Papaya hit that spot - it has both Thai and sushi, and that was enough to sell me.
The menu has a mash-up of Asian dishes - lettuce wraps, crab rangoons, curry, general tso's, pad thai and more.
While this may point to inauthenticity, I like the variety and being able to pick and choose my favorites from many cuisine.
The crab angels - or crab rangoons - are a must-have for me. Who can resist creamy cheese in a fried wrapper? Not me, clearly.
And pad thai is always comforting. I got this with shrimp, and it was quite tasty. It was heavier on the soy, but still a good flavor.
Oddly enough, if there's one restaurant I'm STILL thinking about since leaving Columbus, it's Bibibop.
This counter-service restaurant focuses on Asian flavors, and there are about 30 locations throughout the country.
Despite being full from a day -- or weekend -- of eating, I couldn't resist the lineup of all those amazing toppings.
I got a bowl with white rice, black beans, cheese, corn, with spicy chicken and yum yum and teriyaki sauce. OMG I want it right now. So amazingly delicious.
Candace, are you really going to review a Panda Express?
No, no I won't. BUT, it is fun when a new restaurant comes to town - and since there aren't many Panda Express locations in West Virginia, it's good to know there is one here!
I got the sweetfire chicken, honey walnut shrimp and crab rangoons. Mmm Chinese comfort food.
Lui Lui is an upscale Asian restaurant in Vienna that categorizes dishes by ocean & earth.
Lui Lui represents the shared culinary experiences of Chef Lui and Grace Chang Lui. Influenced by some of the world's foremost Asian, Continental and Western chefs, Chef Lui presents each dish as a personal expression of passion, artistry and expertise. Innovatively conceived, masterfully prepared, artfully presented and wholly enjoyed. Each sauce and reduction is a daring creation. Each wine is personally vineyard-chosen by Grace Lui, not only for its own character and merit, but as well for its flawless compatibility with one or more of Chef Lui's signature dishes. Enthusiastically acclaimed and critically celebrated, Lui Lui is a singular culinary journey-a journey you are warmly invited to experience for yourself -- Lui Lui
The menu has so many delicious options, but the thing that stood out to me was the Lobster Gratin.
Oddly, a real bad storm blew through, and the power went out! I've never been in a restaurant when it lost power. But, my dish was started, and the chef cooks with gas, so it actually came out just a few minutes later.
Lobster gratin, stuffed with scallops, shrimp and macaroni & cheese. Mm! I took a few delicious bites before venturing home to finish it.
I read a story recently about why it's so difficult to build the Chipotle of pasta. Fast-casual restaurants are popping up all over, and new styles of food are built into this concept (even if pasta is tough). And, considering Asian is one of my favorites, I was excited to learn about Oryza.
Oryza Asian Grill is a fast-casual concept where you order at the counter, they make it right in front of you, and it's all fresh. It's a healthy, on-the-go option that you customize yourself!
This restaurant, which is located in the newer plaza across from Suncrest Kroger, is very clean, modern and simple.
The menu is easy, just pick the following:
1) Format: Bowl, Salad or Wrap
2) Protein: Chicken, Spicy Chicken, Steak, Chicken & Pork Meatballs, or Organic Tofu
3) Veggies (pick 3): Black Beans, Sauteed Vegetables, Asian Green Beans, Charred Corn, Kale, or Egg
4) Sauce: Garlic Yum, Ginger Yum, Spicy Yum, Sambal Salsa, Thai Curry, or Sweet Sriracha Red
5) Toppings: Herb Salad, Carrot, White Raddish, Cucumber, or Cheese
6) Finish: Sesame Seed, Crispy Garlic, Crushed Peanut or Thai Chili
Oryza chips & sambal salsa
Bowl with noodles and red rice, meatballs, corn, green beans, sauteed vegetables and garlic yum
Lisa's bowl with noodles, chicken, green beans, black beans, egg, and sambal salsa
Have you been? What's your favorite combo?
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