Breakfast from Suissa Bakery in Newark, NJ

Dan and I went to Suissa Bakery in the Ironbound in Newark one Saturday morning because I read they had malasadas, which are Portuguese donuts that are very popular in Hawaii, which is a huge melting pot.  In Portugal these donuts are called sonhos, which is how they were referred to at this bakery.  Unfortunately when we arrived none were ready but they said it would be ready in 20 minutes or so.  20 mins pass.  30 mins pass.  Before we know it nearly one hour has gone by despite intermittent comments that they were almost ready.  We were on the verge of walking out when they brought them out.  When we got home, we discovered our patience was misplaced.  While the malasadas (akin to donuts) looked authentic, they were NOT EVEN FULLY COOKED.  The inside tasted pudding like, which would almost sound good until we realized we were eating raw dough.  Never again.  Not worth going there, waiting there, or anything that we did.  This made my malasada craving even worse.  I guess I'll have to go back to Hawaii one day.

These huge cinnamon sugar covered dough balls look good.  But inside is raw dough :(

Dinner at Dinosaur BBQ in Newark, NJ

Post another Devils game Dan and I went to Dino for dinner.  This time I got something new, which was a nice change.  I think at this point I've tried the majority of the menu there.

Brisket and pulled pork combo with collard greens and potato salad

Smoked fried half bird with mashed potatoes and BBQ fried rice.  The chicken had great smoky flavor.  And you can't go wrong with fried chicken

Dinner from Chickpea in Newark, NJ

Dan and I picked up some Chickpea on our way home from a Devils game.  The platters are a really hearty portion, enough for leftovers for lunch.  Also generally a healthy meal.  Not quite as good as Ibby's in Jersey City, but for being so close and on the way home, a solid option.

Schwafel combo with spicy lamb schwarma and various sides

Schwafel combo - chicken schwarma and falafel, plus beets and tomato and cucumber veggies.  Lots of hummus and rice.  So much delicious and healthy food

Short Rib Poutine from the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ

Apparently all of these new vendors are now at the Rock (Prudential Center) in Newark.  One stand had short rib poutine.  I was sooo happy that some place with poutine actually used cheese curds as opposed to just melted cheese.  While I love melted cheese there is a distinct difference between poutine and disco fries. The former is hands down my go-to.  There was a ton of well-cooked short rib meat as well.  The only negative I have is there should have been more gravy.  Otherwise I was very impressed to get this at a sporting event.

Take-out from Woorijip in NYC

Dan and I got take-out from Woorijip in K-Town.  We got some beef kimbap, spicy pork over rice with japchae, and an assortment from the buffet.  Everything was pretty tasty with a nice quick.  Also incredibly cheap for the amount of food we got.  I had never had beef kimbap before and it was an interesting take on sushi.  I have to say, while I enjoyed it I actually prefer seafood to meat on this one haha.

Beef Kimbap - huge pieces

Assortment of Korean food from the buffet.  We tried to be healthy and get some greens in there

Spicy pork over rice w/side of japchae

Brunch at P.S. 450 in NYC

For Nicole's birthday we went to P.S. 450 for brunch.  They had great drunch deals and the food was pretty good too.  Definitely worth a second trip.

Hangover Fries - Homemade Fries, Chopped Tomato, Bacon, Scallion, Melted Cheddar Jack, Poached Egg and Cheese Sauce plus steak.  Delish

Chilaquiles - Chicken, Tortillas, Eggs Over Easy with Queso Fresco and Pico de Gallo

Dinner from Mighty Quinn's BBQ in Clifton, NJ

Dan and I got take-out from Mighty Quinn's.  Most of what we got was stuff from before, but this time I finally got the short rib.  It was ginormous.  Bigger than the dog's head.  Super tasty, good mix of fat and meat.  Definitely on the pricy side but I'm glad I tried it.

Huge short rib

Up close

Compare the size of the short rib to the dog's head.  Wowza