10.28.2010

Ruth's Chris (not Ruth Chris') Steak House

I honestly used to think that Ruth's Chris Steak House was like a Red Lobster but steak.  Their neon sign isn't the most high end decor I've seen, and frankly, I don't understand how "Chris Steak House" can be Ruth's.  I always thought it was Ruth Chris' Steak House...like her full name was Ruth Chris.  But I love this place, both for their entrees and their desserts.  A little unknown fact, they started in New Orleans...and I love NOLA!

Peanut Butter Cup & Creme Brulee

The peanut butter cup was delicious: the peanut butter was like a mousse and not overbearing.  The creme brulee was equally delish, one of the best creme brulees ever.  It was probably because the carmelized top wasn't there (I'm not a fan of it).  It was not overly sweet, but really creamy, which I adore.  The best part of it all was that my portions (probably because it was part of a fixed price menu) was very remorse-free. 

Don't let the Ruth's Chris neon Vegas looking sign fool you.  Try them out!

10.25.2010

I don't think sopapillas made it to San Diego

I learned a very valuable lesson on my trip to San Diego: you should not trust all of your friends' restaurant recommendations :)

Crispy flat sopapilla wannabes

I don't think the En Fuego Cantina and Grill in Del Mar (San Diego) has discovered sopapillas yet.  This dessert is described as "three flour pastries sprinkled with ground cinnamon and confections sugar accompanied with caramel chocolate".  I would describe it as burnt overly crispy chips with a crazy drizzle of chocolate Nesquik chocolate and too much whip cream.

Another valuable lesson: always make a backup plan (in other words, order another dessert).