Email Author Paul Galvani

2006 Stories by Paul Galvani

• FISH STICKS

  published December 21, 2006

  The cubes of tilapia in the fish kabobs ($13.99) at Pasha (2325 University, 713-592-0020) are marinated in olive oil and Turkish spices... More >>

• NUTS FOR NUTELLA

  published December 14, 2006

  There's a certain kind of craving that only Nutella can satisfy. The spread is made by grinding hazelnuts till they're smooth, then adding sugar... More >>

• WHEN YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT TO ORDER

  published December 7, 2006

  The sizzling grill ($19.95) at India's (5704 Richmond, 713-266-0131) has a little bit of everything. As the name of the dish implies, all... More >>

• PORK TO GO

  published November 30, 2006

  Two slices of homemade sourdough bread smeared with ancho chile mayo and pickled red onions accompany the pork tenderloin sandwich ($8.50) at... More >>

• NICE NARANJA

  published November 23, 2006

  The small portion of pasta naranja ($14.99/$19.99) at Bayou City Seafood & Pasta (4730 Richmond, 713-621-6602) is enough to feed two... More >>

• TRIPLE TREAT TORTILLAS

  published November 16, 2006

  Pizza isn't the only thing you'll find at California Pizza Kitchen (1705 Post Oak Blvd., 713-963-9262). The place also serves an amazing... More >>

• SOAKED SANDWICH

  published November 9, 2006

  The torta ahogada ($8.49) at Paparrucho's (3055 Sage, 713-212-3178) is an eight-inch hoagie roll covered with refried beans, filled... More >>

• Hot Pocket

  published November 2, 2006

  Hot pocket: The zebra pasta ($28) at Sambuca (909 Texas, 713-224-5299) features a huge piece of pasta; one edge of it is turned over... More >>

• Sweet Spiciness

  published October 26, 2006

  The pinkish-brown color of the Mezza red pepper dip ($3.95) at Mezza Grill (6100 Westheimer, 713-334-2000) makes it look a lot like chili,... More >>

• Nutty Fish

  published October 12, 2006

  The pecan-encrusted redfish ($26) at River Oaks Grill (2630 Westheimer, 713-520-1738) is a welcome addition to the menu. Redfish is tasty... More >>

• CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL

  published October 5, 2006

  The tom kra kai ($3.95) at Thai Sticks (4319 Montrose, 713-529-4500) is the perfect food to warm your heart, soul or any other part... More >>

• Where You From?

  published September 28, 2006

  The eight-inch sausage in the po-boy sandwich ($3.99) at Frenchy's (3919 Scott, 713-748-2233) wears its Creole heritage on its sleeve.... More >>

• Skipping the Skimping

  published September 21, 2006

  Skipping the skimping: At Field of Green's (2320 West Alabama, 713-533-0029), they don't skimp on quality. Take the salmon burger... More >>

• Nothing Should Taste This Good

  published September 14, 2006

  The cheesecake milk shake ($7.29) at Katz's Deli (616 Westheimer, 713-521-3838) is no ordinary milk shake. It is liquid ecstasy. To make... More >>

• Enchiladas Your Way

  published September 7, 2006

  At Taco Milagro (2555 Kirby, 713-522-1999), you can customize your sweet-potato-and-chard enchiladas ($6.45) at the salsa bar. Not that... More >>

• Great Kebab

  published August 31, 2006

  The Iskender kebab ($10.49) at Istanbul Grill (5613 Morningside, 713-526-2800) is an excellent rendition of what has been dubbed the... More >>

• Gimme Seven

  published August 24, 2006

  Don't be shocked when you see the famous "seven finger pork chop" ($23.95) at Perry's Steakhouse & Grille (2115 Town Square Place,... More >>

• Retro Food

  published August 17, 2006

  The traditional Swiss cheese fondue ($14) at The Melting Pot (6100 Westheimer, 713-532-5011) transports diners back to the '70s, when... More >>

• This Tart's for You

  published August 10, 2006

  Seven bucks may seem like a lot to pay for a sweet tart, but the coconut almond cream cheese tart at Tart Cafe (4411 Montrose,... More >>

• Super Seafood Salad

  published August 3, 2006

  The insalata di mare ($9.95) at Ciro's Italian Grill (9755 Katy Freeway, 713-467-9336) is a refreshing, filling salad that's good... More >>

• Hot and Steamy

  published July 27, 2006

  The cookies 'n cream "pizzookie" ($4.95) at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (2231 Highway 6 South, 281-242-0400) is eight inches of heaven. A... More >>

• What a Duck

  published July 20, 2006

  The "golden duck" ($15.95) at the Golden Room (1209 Montrose, 713-524-9614) is a thing of beauty. As with many Thai dishes, the... More >>

• Tasty Tacos

  published July 13, 2006

  The Maui tacos ($8.25) at Kona Grill (16535 Southwest Freeway, 281-242-7000) come two to a plate. Each taco is rolled tightly in a flour tortilla,... More >>

• Where's The Fire?

  published July 6, 2006

  Don't expect actual fire when you order the flaming beef chunks ($9.95) at Vietopia (5176 Buffalo Speedway, 713-664-7303). But do expect... More >>

• Crabs and More

  published June 29, 2006

  It's hard to find crab cakes that aren't made with lots of fillers. But at Forno's of Italy (6439 West 43rd, 713-688-8757), they're full of... More >>