IN THE HAMPTONS ~ THE AMERICAN HOTEL
IN THE HAMPTONS ~ THE AMERICANÂ HOTEL
The American Hotel, Sag Harbor, NY
When not traveling and sharing our experiences around the world, one of the places we spend a lot of time is on the South Fork of Long Island, NY. This is taken up largely by an area that has a few names, most locals know it as the East End, others know it as The Hamptons.
We have had many dinners and good times in the American Hotel dining room. We…
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On The Road ~ Kyoto, Japan #12
On The Road ~ Kyoto, Japan #12
We have left Niseko, and are now in Kyoto for a few days. Staying at the beautiful Four Seasons Kyoto.
Nakano Restaurant, First night out in Kyoto with friends who live here. They take us to a famous local restaurant where the chef is certified to serve BLOW FISH. Since Blow Fish can be poisonous this is is important.
Chef/Owner Mikiya Nakano
Certified to prepare Blow Fish….. says not to…
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On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #11
On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #11
Where to Eat In Niseko
Luckyfingers
in Annupuri Village One mountain over from where we are.
A quick bite at Luckyfingers, NY Style with Japanese Elegance, famous for Hokkaido Beef with Yoichi Whiskey Sauce and Crispy Okaki Asparagus. Perfect apre’s ski.
Crispy Okaki Asparagus Okaki is a traditional Japanese snack made from rice, here it is crumbled and attached to the asparagus.
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On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #10
On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #10
Where To Eat In Niseko
KAMIMURA – The Iconic Michelin-starred French restaurant, defines exquisite dining in Niseko.
By Chef Owner Yuichi Kamimura
Born in Hokkaido, Yuichi spent his formative years in his parents restaurant. After 10 years working and influenced by renowned chef Tetsuya Wakuda in Sydney, Yuichi returned to Niseko and is passionate about the relationship between…
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On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #9
On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #9
Where To Eat In Niseko
MACCARINA
By Chef Sugaya Shinichi
In The Village of Makkari about a half hour ride from town is well worth the drive. The theme of the restaurant is the WIND. Located in an Agricultural area, the food is locally grown and sourced.
This was an amazing salad with beef and lamb bites
Grilled Leek
Hamachi in foam amazing
Hokkaido Beef with Layered Potatoes…
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On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #8
On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #8
Where To Eat In Niseko:
A Favorite Little Local Place That Everyone Loves
EBISUTEI
Local Oysters Hokkaido
Veggie Dish, Tofu, Cabbage, Root Vegetable In Broth
Walking Home, The Mountains in the background.
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On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #7
On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #7
Where to Eat In Niseko:
Asperges
by 3-Star Michelin Chef Hiroshi Nakamichi
Hearty Minestrone Soup with Salad on the Toast
Fresh Oysters from Hokkaido (Kakiemon) Konbu Marinated Flounder wrapped with Rice Herb Salad. Similar to Lau Lau in Hawaii
Pork Loin, Locally Sources from Hokkaido with Puréed Potato
Lily Root
Amazing Sweet Onions with Beacon
Fresh Made Marshmallow
Black Bean…
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On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #6
On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #6
WHERE TO EAT IN NISEKO:
Acorn Niseko
This is a brilliant and beautiful restaurant, a must on your list in Niseko. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable about the food and the wine to pair with it.
The owner Chef El Bulli a 3 Star Michelin chef and restaurant designer Ron Herman maximize nature’s blessings, “acorn” with a very modern interpretation of Japanese food.
Oshiki “Prologue”…
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On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #5
On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #5
Where to Eat In Niseko:
The Barn
Sea Food Platter
Sea Urchin in Shell
Sushi Auburn Wagyu
Hokkaido thin sliced Wagyu Seared at the table below.
A Walk After Dinner Looking For A Night Cap
The Bar Gyu – The Fridge Door… The Door in about 4 feet high.
Snow Drift Art In Front Of Our Hotel Wishing Us Good Night!
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On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #4
On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #4
Where to eat in Niseko:
Restaurant La Villa Lupicia
Hokkaido Oyster
Great Bolognese Special with Hokkaido Beef
Sautéed Flounder From Suttu with Americane Sauce, Yes that’s how it is spelled.
Hokkaido Skirt Steak with Red Wine Sauce
Local Beer
There was also live music.
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On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #3
On The Road ~ Niseko, Japan #3
Niseko is a town on Japan’s northern Hokkaido Island, near the dormant volcano of Mt. Yotei. The surrounding mountains are dotted with many hot springs, known as onsen. Niseko is famous for it’s powder skiing.
Skiing Through The Trees
Anna Teaching How to Ski In The Trees And In Powder
Notice the balls of snow on the trees, when you are at a distance it looks like white lanterns in the…
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On The Road ~ Sapporo, Japan #2
On The Road ~ Sapporo, Japan #2
Eating in Sapporo
Pumpkin Soup
Foil Gras w/ Tomatoe
Prosciutto w/Quail Egg
Chef
Tenderloin and Kobe Steaks
Steaks Grilling Under The Dome
Garlic Chips Perfection
Dinner
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On The Road ~ Sapporo, Japan #1
On The Road ~ Sapporo, Japan #1
Flying into Sapporo, capital of the mountainous northern Japanese island of Hokkaido is famous for it’s beer, skiing and annual Sapporo Snow Festival with enormous ice sculptures. We missed the ice sculptures though.
Hawaiian Air has a non stop flight from Honolulu to Sapporo 8 hours…. we are actually on our way to Niseko, world renowned ski resort, so two nights and a day here before a 3 hour…
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On The Road ~ Whistler Canada #12
On The Road ~ Whistler Canada #12
Where to Eat in Whistler Araxi Restaurant and Oyster Bar, in the Whistler Village Square Executive Chef James Walt was an early pioneer of farm to table dining. Menus are seasonally focused celebrating the locally sourced ingredients. Above is the follow up to his James Beard award winning cookbook. Loved this beet salad Oysters Very interesting flavor, butter in the middle of the olive oil.…
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On The Road ~ Whistler Canada #11
On The Road ~ Whistler Canada #11
We have arrived at Whistler, what a beautiful ride getting here. The Whistler Olympic Park was the location of the Nordic events facilities for the 2010 Winter Olympics. Â
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On The Road ~ To Whistler Canada #10
On The Road ~ To Whistler Canada #10
Vancouver Last night here and last night of Chinese New Year. After dinner you are on the same floor as the casino… perfect. 1886 Chinese Fine Dining, 39 Smithe St, Vancouver BC Lobster Dumplings Angus Beef Tenderloin, orange peel glaze, crispy matchstick taro. I couldn’t stop eating this. Very interesting was the shoestring taro. Refreshing mango, strawberries and coconut sorbet.
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On The Road ~ To Whistler Canada #9
On The Road ~ To Whistler Canada #9
Vancouver Next stop, Vancouver Art Gallery. This was a fascinating show. 750 Hornsby St, Vancouver BC
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