Patrick Evans-Hylton
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Delicious, last-minute dishes & drinks for a laid-back Super Bowl party in Norfolk
Throw an easy Super Bowl party at home by picking up some of your favorite diesel from locally-owned restaurants, then plating them alongside some eats from your repertoire. → Read More
Want to throw an easy Super Bowl party? Try these last-minute food & drink ideas in Virginia Beach
Throw an easy Super Bowl party at home by picking up some of your favorite diesel from locally-owned restaurants. → Read More
Beginner’s guide to Virginia Beach Restaurant Week with tips and tricks from the experts
There are almost four dozen participants, such as 1608 Crafthouse, The Atlantic on Pacific, HK on the Bay, Murphy’s Irish Pub, Sweetwater Cuisine, The Rustic Spoon, Waterman’s Surfside Grille, and Zoes Steak and Seafood Restaurant. → Read More
2022 was a year of good drinks in Norfolk. Here are the standouts.
You’ll notice two bloody marys on the list; they are a favorite cocktail of mine, and a must at breakfast or brunch — when the situation dictates. → Read More
Beach Eats: A year of good drinks in Virginia Beach
This past year I’ve dined out at restaurants across Virginia Beach and beyond. And along with some memorable meals, I’ve also enjoyed some distinctive drinks. In this column are some standouts. → Read More
A year of good drinks in Chesapeake: Here are 5 must-have cocktails
There’s the old adage that one doesn’t live by bread alone, but I think you could if it was really good bread, and served with a really good wine. → Read More
2022′s top 5 must-try foods in Norfolk
Within the city, I dined at dozens of hole-in-the-wall eateries, mom-and-pop joints, and upscale restaurants. → Read More
Michigan Ave. Pie, guaraches and more: 5 must-try Chesapeake good eats of 2022
"Here’s my pick for delish dishes in 2022 and perhaps a good jumping off for your culinary adventures in the new year," food columnist Patrick Evans-Hylton writes. → Read More
An eat and drink at Chesapeake’s Sakura, plus a quick Thanksgiving guide
It’s hard to believe that sushi was not as common in the American diet as it is now. → Read More
Crab cake sandwich at CP Shuckers worthy of a crab connoisseur
A large patty of mostly crab and not much more was presented, golden, brown, and delicious, resting atop a soft brioche bun and garnished with lettuce and tomato. → Read More
Hair of the Dog Eatery’s meatloaf sandwich an ode to comfort food
The meatloaf sandwich at Hair of the Dog Eatery is a fine homage to this most homey of eats. → Read More
Grilled lamb shawarma at Baladi honors a delicious tradition
Shawarma is an ancient, classic Middle Eastern dish, traditionally made with seasoned lamb that has been slow cooked on a rotisserie or spit. The offering at Baladi honors this tradition with its Shawermah Platter. → Read More
Five favorites: Best salads for the hot and lazy days of summer
There is no lack of salads on Chesapeake restaurant menus. → Read More
Gettin’ crabby with it: Soup and a platter full of seafood at Freemason Abbey in Norfolk
She Crab Soup a stalwart at Freemason Abbey restaurant. → Read More
At Orapax, grilled salmon Mykonos style is all Greek to me
Mykonos style salmon cooked tender and moist, with Greek accents of sassy pesto, nutty feta and olive slices. → Read More
A delicious house call for breakfast at Doc Taylor’s in Virginia Beach
Doc Taylor’s, the venerable breakfast joint in a former beach cottage, is lively, noisy and totally charming. → Read More
Winning the foodie sweepstakes at Torch Bistro in Norfolk
Torch Bistro delivers a spicy burger with housemade pimento cheese, applewood bacon, lettuce and a fried egg. → Read More
Hot dog! Salmon cake breakfast hits the spot at Little Dog Diner in Norfolk
Little Dog Diner has house platters, house favorites, benedicts, overstuffed omelets and more. → Read More
Fabulous Venezuelan flavors mark visit to Maracaibo Bistro in Virginia Beach
Flavors from a few continents over are served up at Maracaibo Bistro, a Venezuelan restaurant. → Read More
That time of year: Soft-shell crab benedict at Margie & Ray’s
Traditionally beginning after the first full moon in May, soft shell crabs are a delicacy through summer. → Read More