Tag: Sushi

Attention: This is not Chartwells

by Olivia

I never thought Conneticut would bring me some of the best food I have ever had but it has, yet again. Back in December, I traveled with my freinds to West Hartford, 20 minutes from Hamden. We went to a restaurant called, Barcelona, there we indulged in many spanish tapas. It was by far the best food I have ever had. If you ever see sweet potato humus with pita on a menu, I beg you to order it, you will not regret it.

Who would’ve thought Conneticut would behold the best restaurants. Pokemoto is heaven to all sushi lovers. Sushi bowls, burritos and more. All made with fresh ingredients and personalized to your liking. You select a base, flavor, protein, mix-ins and toppings. I got a rice base with, salmon, ahi tuna, chives, edamame, masago, avacado, ginger and I dressed it all with sesame ginger dressing…AMAZING.

If you live by southern Conneticut I really suggest you take a trip to either of these restaurants, you will  find something you love. These restaurants are not the Chartwells I’m used to…

Pokemoto//Hawaiian Poke

 

Asbury Sun & Sushi

by Olivia

On a day full of endless sun and toasty weather we all just want to be outside. When I began to get tired of the same routine summer activities I decided I’d head just a half hour south to Asbury Park. They’re focusing on modernizing the space and creating a relaxed, slower paced urban area. A hotspot for older teens and adults to enjoy a nice bit to eat, the boardwalk, concerts at The Stone Pony and so much more. You may even catch Bruce Springsteen strolling around (that is if you’re lucky). I adore the atmosphere and relaxed vibes the area gives off. It reminds me a little of West Village in NYC based on its ambience.

I just can never get enough sushi! At this point I’m surprised I haven’t turned into some type of sushi roll. Is that possible? Technically no but at this rate you never know. My friend and I headed over to Taka, an adorable Japanese restaurant in Asbury where you can be seated inside or outside. The Japanese restaurant seemed very modern, young and hip with its vibrant colors and fun furniture. I went the basic route in all my sushi choices although, I dressed each piece up with a number of different sauces. My sushi rolls were constantly soaked in teriyaki, eel and soy sauce to kick up the flavor of my not so exciting choices. Needless to say I ended up in a food coma but it didn’t matter because I enjoyed every bite of my sushi, to the last slice of ginger. The day was filled with the aroma of salt coming off the beach and savory pieces of sushi being guzzled down. I think it’s time to learn how to use chopsticks!

xx

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