The best bellini! It was fruity and fresh with just the right amount of sweetness and peach flavour and a perfect mix of slush and liquid. It wasn't strong, but the alcohol effects were felt later. Nice presentation and icy peach to top it off.Appetizer: Ahi Tuna Tacos. These were delicious. The tuna was soft and paired perfectly with the fragrant sesame seeds...

First time making this strawberry cream cake for my friend's birthday. I had to use a lot of cream to make the cake look bigger and to cover up flaws. Two layers of sponge cake with cream and strawberries in between. Recipe from openrice.com Plain Sponge (1 lb): 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon flour 1/3 cup sugar 3 egg whites 3 egg yolks...

Most of the French restaurants in Yorkville are closed Sunday, so my family decided to give Ciao Wine Bar a try. The restaurant is huge with two large main floors; main level was further split into ground level with a few banquettes and small tables, with more seating on the upper level. The atmosphere was open and urban with wood tables and ample...

With all-white decor and chandeliers, the interior feels like an upscale French restaurant. We were seated at the back of the restaurants where there was a fireplace, adding to the homey ambiance. Lemongrass Vegetable Soup This was my favorite appetizer. The soup was light with a sour Thai taste. Satay Chicken SkewersTender chicken covered with delicious peanut sauce. Unagi Sushi PizzaThis was another...

Carbonara UdonGyu Carpaccio - bad picture but this is one of my favorite dishes - Love the garlic chips!Kabocha Karaoke - deep fried pumpkin with boiled egg insideMushroom BibimbapSake Shooters - the blue one is the best. Thanks to my friend for letting me have it : )Dessert Platter (clockwise from top) - Almond Tofu, Sesame Ice Cream, Cheesecake, Sake TiramisuHad a small...

Dinner: Fresh Sashimi with my favorites - salmon and thick hamachi    Saba (flame torched)  Love the plates and cups at Inatei - each table is different and unique  Soft Shell Crab Roll  Lunch on another day:   Ramen - broth is buttery and rich  My usual order - Combo A - 6 pieces of sushi + 6 california rolls (or B, with +4...

Best Bubble Tea @ Yuen LongNot the biggest fan of bubble tea, but this original milk flavor was SO GOOD, really rich flavor.. My mom went back in December and apparently it's closed now. But there's a really good tofu place on the same street. Abalone @ Lei Yu Mun - size of my palm and so delicious. It's not something I eat frequently,...