Israeli Lunch

Heard of this place from my barber, and it was one of the best mid-priced meals I’ve had. The warm hummus bowls topped with chicken and mushroom were the famous staples, but their take of chicken schnitzel combined with the slightly-sweet challah rolls and koftas pushed past my expectations, and they round things out perfectly with a cool Arak-spiked limonana.

At this point, I would tell you where you can find this gem and sample the fare yourself, but I sadly learnt recently that this restaurant has now closed. Given how unique this place is, I guess I’d have to tour the Middle East in the future to top this experience. My best wishes to chef Ehud Malka, formerly of The Left Handed Chef, at his future endeavors.

Birria Nachos @ Sam’s

Flavorful, yet light due to the corn chips instead of fries. They also do burgers and good milkshakes.

Omurice @ SMASH! Maid Cafe

Whilst I’ve been to many anime conventions, I have yet to set foot in a maid cafe, even in Japan. It’s definitely something to consider doing with friends of certain tastes, but I would never go alone. This pop-up was only for one weekend a year (as it’s an annual convention), but it’s likely going to be a mainstay at large anime conventions around the world, and of course there’s plenty of these in Akihabara.

Lebanese Lunch

Dinner @ Ton & Co.

Spice Bag @ Northern Soul Chip Shop

I’ve heard of Irish-Chinese spice bags before, but sadly not before I went to Ireland. Instagram reignited my desire to try it, and after a failed attempt (these spice bags sell out super quickly!), I managed to snag a bag.

Check them out if your schedules align! Spice bags only sold Thursdays and Fridays typically, but they sell other things like Fish and Chips on the menu whenever they’re open.

Dinner @ Bistrot d’Orsay

Perfect pre-theater fare, particularly before watching Moulin Rouge.

Lunch @ Tokyo Tina

Grilled chicken with bok choy with rice on the side. Looks good but kinda basic tbh.

Pretty Boy Italian Steakhouse

Beef Cheeks

Served with mash, alfalfa, baby carrots. Hits the spot for a late supper.