EJ Eats

Fast Food Review: Waffle Taco from Taco Bell

Erin Jackson — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 16:07:18 +0000

Darlene and I set out on an early morning mission: to conquer Taco Bell’s new Waffle Taco, a deep-fried waffle lined with a sausage patty, filled with scrambled eggs, and served with a little packet of maple flavored syrup.

The taco is currently being tested in select locations near company HQ in Orange County, CA and is priced at a very reasonable 89 cents. Want to give yourself nightmares? Check out my review on Serious Eats and Darlene’s review on My Burning Kitchen.

Hubcap’s Burger is Within Inches of Perfection

Erin Jackson — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 16:04:28 +0000

The grass-fed, fluffy cheese-topped burger at Hubcap in North Park is quite simply the best burger I’ve had in months.

Everyday Eats: Big Bowl at Queenstown Public House

Erin Jackson — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 16:02:01 +0000

Grilled shrimp meets mango, avocado, and papaya in this refreshing summer salad at Queenstown Public House in Little Italy.

Everyday Eats: Mexican Crepes and Stuffed French Toast at La Fiesta

Erin Jackson — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 16:01:17 +0000

I’ve always thought of La Fiesta as a place for happy hour drinks and basic tacos, but it turns out they also serve a solid brunch composed of American classics with a Mexican accent.

The KGB at D Bar is Stunning, Minus the Beef

Erin Jackson — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 15:59:13 +0000

This secret menu burger at D Bar starts off with a lot of promise — including a delicious savory waffle standing in for the bun — but the beef needs some work.

Everyday Eats: Two Sammies to Try at Leroy’s Kitchen + Lounge

Erin Jackson — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 15:58:07 +0000

Everybody needs a few “go-to” places. They’re the restaurants you turn to when you’re craving something specific, or are in an area of town where you’ve never found another place that more consistently satisfies. In Coronado, for me, that place … Continued

First Look: Spring Desserts at A.R. Valentien

Erin Jackson — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 15:56:26 +0000

When it comes to creating desserts, Jennifer Costa, Executive Pastry Chef at Torrey Pines Golf Course, follows a simple creed: fresh is best. Take a look at some of her stunning spring desserts on Serious Eats: Sweets, including a rustic … Continued

First Look: The Baked Bear

Erin Jackson — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 15:19:51 +0000

A new ice cream shop in Pacific Beach serves up scoops sandwiched between cookies, brownies, and waffles. Take a look inside The Baked Bear on Serious Eats: Sweets.

Behind the Scenes: Keegan Gerhard’s Sunshine on a Plate at D Bar

Erin Jackson — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 15:09:32 +0000

Take a look at how one of D Bar’s elegant, plated desserts come together in this slide-show on Serious Eats, featuring Keegan Gerhard putting together a celebration of citrus.

Delux’s Burgers (and Burger Dogs) Mostly Hit the Mark

Erin Jackson — Mon, 06 May 2013 22:58:47 +0000

Delux, a “haute dog” shop in Coronado has added burgers (and burger dogs) to their menu. A lot of things go right, but one important thing is lacking: char.