Hampden Baltimore

Lunch at Soulvaki Greek Cuisine

I’m a little embarrassed to say that I discovered feta cheese late in life but once I got a taste of that, I definitely filed it in my top three cheese list.  I live by the saying “Feta makes everything betta,”  and I’m always down to visit a Greek restaurant to get a taste of the authentic crumble.  One of my favorite fast, casual lunch spots is Souvlaki Greek Cuisine in Hampden, Baltimore.  Located right on The Avenue, it’s a welcome addition to the other cuisines in the neighborhood.  It’s always clean and bright and fresh inside whenever I visit and the same cashier is always there with a smile and a suggestion on what I should order.  It’s a great spot for a lunch meeting or lunch with a friend, I’ve been there so many times so I’ve had my share of everything.  It’s also a popular Grubhub and Uber Eats location because there are always people coming in to pick up orders.  I just thought I’d list a few of my favorites for you in case you want to give them a visit.

Lamb Souvlaki Platter – Two Lamb Skewers with your choice of two sides, pita and sauce.  I ordered the Horiatiki Salad and Greek Fries. I couldn’t decide on the sauce so I order Tzatziki and Spicy Feta Cheese.

Horiatiki Salad with Grilled Chicken –  I had no idea this was the correct way to make/eat a greed salad – without lettuce.  This version of the salad is clean and fresh and icludes all the key ingrediets…who needs lettuce anyway?

Shrimp Souvlaki Wrap –  Any of the souvlaki skewers can be turned into a wrap that includes tomatoes, red onions and fries wrapped in a warm pita.

Yaourti –  One of three classic Greek desserts on the menu, the Strained Greek Yogurt is my favorite because it can be topped with honey or sour cherry syrup and as you can see, you know what my preferred topping is.

Whatever you order at Souvlaki Greek Cuisine, make sure you order the Greek Fries – you won’t regret it!

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Vegan Restaurant Week Preview at Golden West Cafe

Maryland is hosting its third annual Maryland Vegan Restaurant Week February 8-17, 2019.   With 35 participating restaurants, (28 restaurants are in
Baltimore City) this is the largest Vegan Restaurant Week in the country.  This year, the organizers are asking that restaurant goers vote on their favorite vegan menu item and post photos with the hastags #MyBmore #VeganRestaurantWeek #MDVeganEats #MDvRW.

I was invited to preview the Vegan Restaurant Week options at Golden West Café in Hampden, Baltimore.  I’m not a vegan but I like to eat so I was excited to attend a vegan food event with other vegans and non-vegan foodies.   I was pleasantly surprised that I enjoyed the menu options, not that I thought I wouldn’t like them, I just didn’t know what to expect.

Vegan Chicken Box
Banh Mi Tofu
Oyster Po Boy made with Fried Mushrooms
Seitan Kebobs
Muffuletta
Monster Mac Burger
Fish Tacos

 

Vegan Cocktails
Vegan Cupcakes – Champagne and Strawberry
Vegan Chocolate Desserts

My favorite were the Oyster Po Boy and the Fish Tacos…guess I’m a seafood girl at heart. LOL!  For more information and a full list of participating restaurants, visit https://www.mdveganeats.com/

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