Try out Steak Plate

The other day I saw a posting on Facebook about a new place to eat.  I figure I'd give it a try.  The posting said it was the Steak Shack - although I thought it was a pretty clever name, I didn't realize it was actually a steak shack.  It was a canteen on the side of the road - unfortunately it had just rained so we were parked in mud.  But I was determine to give this place a try.  After all - who doesn't want to see a new business succeed - especially one run by a bunch of young guys who just want to pursue their dream.

There was a line but it didn't take us long to get to the window.  A young man popped his head out and greeted us with great enthusiasm.  But he had bad news for us - he told us that he did not have enough to fill our order.  He went on to explain that they had just started two weeks ago and they've been getting quite a bit of orders.  I was excited for them - but sad for me - I was hungry and so looking forward to steak. 

The gentleman wanted to still please his customers so he offered a lunch plate for consolation.  He also offered drinks for each of us (there were six of us).  We tried to pay him for them but he wouldn't hear of it. I think they get an A++ for their customer service.

The plate didn't look impressive - a side of corn and some rice - but for $6.00 - can't complain.  Then the first bite - I sank my teeth into the first slice - thinking already of my verdict.  But I was pleasantly surprised.  I don't know my cuts of meat so I have no clue what kind of steak it was but it was good.  It was flavorful yet the marinate was not overwhelming.  It was tender and juicy - this is hard to get when you BBQ meat and have it well done.   I can see now why people had no problems parking in the mud to get a bite of their affordable steak meal.

There were six of us taking a piece of our share of the lunch plate (it was a pretty good size and for only $6).  The kids fought over who would get the last piece of meat.  The loving mother that I am said - "I get the last piece".  That quickly ended their argument and I kindly satisfied my palette.

I would give the little shack on the side of the road A+ for customer service and A for taste.  I would definitely go back again - or rather send Fred to go pick up a plate to take home again.  But if you decide to go and give it a try yourself - go early and  order before the lunch crowd whisks all of it away.  I really think they would do very well - hopefully they will open up a diner some time soon.

So try out the little steak shack on the side of the road in Maite - across from the Mobil gas station.

Great Lunch at The Buzz

I picked my husband Fred up for lunch today and we had lunch in Agana at a great little cafe called The Buzz.  The chef is a very dear friend of mine, and she graced us with her company while we waited for our meal.  It's always refreshing to sit down with Merle - I'm just hoping that one day some of her creativity will rub off on me.  She is an awesome woman.  As we sat in this cozy diner in the tucked in the middle of Guam's capitol, Merle talked away about her biggest passion - GOD.  I enjoy listening to her share - it stirs up my excitement for God too.

I played it safe with my order - I ordered the BBQ Bacon Burger.  I usually add cheese to my burgers but this time around I forgot to ask them to include the cheese.  The burger had so much punch in its flavor - I did not miss the cheese at all.  The sauce was great but it only enhanced the secret marinate that the ground beef was mixed in.  If I could take a picture - it would not have done justice to the what might just be the best burger I have ever tasted.

Fred ordered the pulled pork sandwich - As great as my burger was - I kept my eye on Fred's dish.  I had to wait awhile for the usual offer of "want to taste?"  I didn't think he wanted to share his food.

A few years ago, there was a cafe in Anigua called World Perks.  They made an incredible mouth watering Kalua Pork Sandwich.  Unfortunately, World Perks closed down only a few month after I discovered them.  Since then, I'd been looking far and wide for a place that would satisfy the craving of the World Perks' Kahlua Pork.  I've even gone as far as trying to make it myself - googling every recipe that seemed to come close.  But it just wasn't happening for me.  I'd about given up all hope - that is until The Buzz.  Fred thinks it's even better than World Perks, and I'm inclined to agree.  It's not on the regular menu - so I don't know how long it will be available on their specials board - but it is definitely a must try.


I was thinking that perhaps I would be able to recreate this incredible meal - after all the chef was sitting by my side - I can simply ask and discover the secret at last.  But the moment she told me it took about 15 hrs.... all other information in regards to making this master piece became one big fuzz.  Merle's just gonna have to call me whenever this special is on the board.

Check out The Buzz.

Where to eat - Where to eat

Wanting a nice relaxing evening - some place both parents and kids can enjoy.  Must be affordable.  Must have good service.... or the concept of relaxing is definitely out the door.  Any suggestions?

Italian????
Korean?????
Japanese???

Maybe we can use this thread to be a restaurant review.