El Fenix Restaurant

The El Fenix restaurant is the original Tex-Mex located in Dallas Texas and dates back to the 19Th century. The original name of the restaurant was Martinez Cafe and was founded by Miguel Martinez. He began working in the kitchen of the Oriental hotel in downtown Dallas where he developed his unique culinary skills. In the beginning his restaurant only featured American type food. He later had the unique idea to offer his guest exotic taste of Mexican food. Combining this he was the original inventor of what we now call Tex-Mex. So if you're in the Dallas area and are looking for some exotic taste in the Tex-Mex style be sure to visit this restaurant you won't be disappointed.

Lawry's Prime Rib

If you find yourself in Beverly Hills and it is lunchtime you might want to try Lawry's Prime Rib restaurant.

I would suggest their signature dish roasted prime rib of beef aged 21 days and salt- roasted to perfection. The beef is carved to order at your table. This restaurant has been on many top 10 list since 1938. If you go to the restaurant on the weekend I would suggest that you have a reservation because they are very busy. For a truly exceptional dining experience be sure to try this restaurant for five-star service and food.

Fulton's Crab House

If you are on a day trip or a vacation to Disney in Orlando sooner or later you will end up in Disney village.

There is a unique restaurant there that is actually an old-time riverboat the name is Fulton crab house. This restaurant is located in the marketplace at Disney village. The menu is quite extensive with over 50 fresh seafood dishes available . If you're going to have lunch prices run from $15 to $39. The evening meal is a little more expensive between $36 and $59 and still not bad for a tourist area. The menus are changed daily the depending on the seafood they also have children dishes available. So for a unique dining experience in a relaxing and stress-free environment try this riverboat restaurant at Disney village.

The Olive Garden Restaurants

Dining at an Olive Garden restaurant is truly a unique and pleasant experience you will not soon forget.

The restaurants have a lunch menu and also an evening menu to choose from. I generally eat lunch at the restaurant because they offer a soup and salad that is unlimited and serve with garlic bread it is second to none. Another favorite is the a egg plant Parmesan served with a side dish of spaghetti and garlic bread. So if you are looking for a truly enjoyable lunch or dinner meal I would suggest the Olive Garden restaurants.

The Grand Buffet

The buffet at the grand Casino in Biloxi Mississippi is second to none I like the fact that they change the menu nightly.

They use original gulf coast inspired seafood recipes the seafood purchase directly from the local boats on a daily base is about as fresh as you can get. Like I said before the menu is constantly changing every day so you will be able to enjoy a variety of fresh seafood like the Dungeness Crab and various shrimp dishes. The best part is you can fill your plate as many times as you like. For a truly superb meal with a taste of old Biloxi try the buffet at the grand Casino Biloxi Ms. for a dining experience to remember.

Columbia Restaurant in St. Petersburg

If you're looking for a great dining experience at a magnificent restaurant try the Colombian restaurant located at the pier in St. Petersburg Florida it is one of the oldest restaurants in Florida. The restaurant is noted for its Spanish and Cuban cuisine. While dining at the restaurant you will have panoramic views of Tampa Bay. The Colombian restaurant uses century-old family recipes and their seafood dishes are second to none. While at the restaurant I had their snapper Alicante I would give it a four star rating. So for a truly elegant dining experience try the Colombian restaurant located at the pier in St. Petersburg Florida you will not regret it.

Hotel you may want to avoid.

While planning your summer vacation in Afghanistan you might want to a void staying at the Intercontinental Hotel in Kabul.

If you enjoy suicide bomber attacks, gunfights in the middle of the night and terrorist running up and down the hallway then this is the place for you. The hotel is protected by Afghan security forces that will really make your mind at ease the only problem is half of them are probably working for the Taliban. The hotel is in a very scenic spot located on a beautiful hillside overlooking the city of Kabul don't go on the balcony someone may cut your head off. The hotel has a rewards program if you are attacked they will give you a coupon for half off on your next visit. Check with your travel agent about package deals to the Intercontinental Hotel in Kabul Afghanistan make sure you ask for the vacation package that includes and AK-47. Book now before it's too late.

Restaurant Ownership

Many people dream of owning their own restaurant and think that their idea will make them a lot of money.

The restaurant business is one of the most competitive in the world and also has a record of complete failures. You may think that you have a great business plan or a new product such as grandma's recipe and that is all you need for success. But there is a lot more needed than this.

First you must pick a great location for your restaurant sometimes they do not come cheap. There are many hidden cost when opening a restaurant that you do not realize until you start. For example the cost of equipment, permits and licensing, employees and inventory just to mention a few. One of the major expenses that many people do not consider is advertising. Anything from handbills to television are expensive. Another example would be signage just to put up a sign on the outside of your business is very expensive. Don't give up your dream but you must research it thoroughly from every angle to know what you're getting into and make sure you have enough funds to sustain you for at least a year.