Ban Shark Fin Already and Win 2 Tickets to Sans Shark Fin Soup Contest

Posted by Melody Fury on Sep 30, 2011 | 18 comments

Recently, a viral video of Gordon Ramsay eating shark fin soup for the first time in Taiwan circulated around the internet.  The gist of it is he tries the infamous soup and proceeds to investigate the horrific shark fin industry.  You may have watched the heartwrenching Sharkwater documentary. 

Tourist Trapped by Table Side Risotto at Trattoria Al Gazzettino in Venice, Italy

Posted by Melody Fury on Sep 29, 2011 | 7 comments

Weak with hunger, I was misguided by an evil Venetian local that pointed me towards Trattoria Al Gazzettino in Venice, Italy.  The shop keeper assured me that Gazzettino had the best risotto in town.  I bet she secretly reveled at how many desperate tourists she’s herded into the San Marco trap.

Meet the 100 Mile Producers at Gumboot Dinner at Seasonal 56 Restaurant in Langley, BC

Posted by Melody Fury on Sep 24, 2011 | 0 comments

Farm-to-table, locally sourced and seasonally mindful dining is far from a fad. It’s become a part of many diners’ rhythmic vocabulary, and increasingly so, a wonted expectation. For reasons legitimate (e.g. sustainability) or otherwise (e.g. it’s the “foodie” thing to do), it’s a no brainer that enviro-socially conscious noshing is here to stay.

Tapas 24 in Barcelona, Spain

Posted by Melody Fury on Sep 21, 2011 | 0 comments

Below are some travel photos that I took during a leisurely lunch at Tapas 24 in Barcelona, Spain. The snapshots definitely speak louder than I can.

Children Friendly Restaurants in Seattle with Great Food (and some darn cute kids)

Posted by Melody Fury on Sep 15, 2011 | 0 comments

Typically, half of my travel photos comprise of various cocktails, wines, and spirits that I’ve imbibed. As a change of pace, I took a quickie trip down to Seattle, WA to spend a few days with a family that I love dearly. Over the weekend, I responded promptly whenever the youngin’ called for “Auntie Mel”. With two young and exceedingly sweet kids (at the best of time) in tow, I explored some of Seattle’s best kid friendly restaurants.

Friday Feast: Seattle’s Best Vietnamese Restaurant, Verace Pizzeria, and Tableau Bistro

Posted by Melody Fury on Sep 10, 2011 | 6 comments

Every Friday, I’ll curate my most noteworthy nosh from the week. Strictly mobile photos. No fancy shmancy DSLR action.

August 27 – September 8

I was away on a mini vacation in Seattle last Labor Day long weekend so BAM! Here’s double the feasting for you today.

Balls Out Birthday Bash and Curried Fish Balls Recipe

Posted by Melody Fury on Sep 1, 2011 | 13 comments

I have a very special friend, best known as el @Sickaction. He has an obsession with balls. He relentlessly interjects the subject of “balls” into any conversation, particularly during inappropriate dining occasions.

On Thanksgiving last year, I gave him his very own pair of goat testicles (but that’s for another post).