Doctor Who – School Reunion – Review

School Reunion by Toby Whithouse One of the most annoying things about the new Doctor Who series (last year and this) is the incessant return to Rose’s life on Earth. Russell T. Davies has repeatedly said that he likes to explore the world of those left behind and that it grounds the show in emotional … Read more

Luna Pizza

Far out at the crossroads of I-17 and the 101 Loop situated in one of those shopping centers built around a mega-theatre complex, is Luna Pizza. It’s a pleasant little place inside and had quite a few people late on a Sunday night. It’s in a poor location in the shopping center, and everything near … Read more

Doctor Who – Tooth and Claw – Review

Standard disclaimer: Don’t read if you don’t want to know. The second “real” episode of David Tennant’s Doctor Who broadcast on the BBC today. This story, Tooth and Claw, like New Earth last week was written by the new series’ mastermind, Russell T. Davies. The story starts with a well-nigh improbable sequence of bald Scottish … Read more

Kraft Easy Mac (in a Cup)

Kraft Mac and Cheese has been a favorite of mine for years, and a few years ago when they introduced Easy Mac, I was thrilled. How could I not be? The ability to have a single serving of mac and cheese anytime I wanted as long as there is a nearby microwave, what more could … Read more

Doctor Who – New Earth – Review

If you’re reading this review, you should realize that it might contain “spoilers”. You’ve been warned. The first episode of the new series of Doctor Who featuring David Tennant as the good Doctor was transmitted by the BBC today. Although Tennant made his debut in the Christmas Special, he really spent most of the time … Read more

T.C. Luigi’s Pizza

I must say, I have a certain trepidation about eating in a pizza restaurant whose logo appears to be the forgotten Mario brother. Sometimes pizza is a cruel mistress and last night I found myself eating at T.C. Luigi’s Pizza under the watchful eye of Luigi himself (see picture). To further add to my discomfort, … Read more

Raffaele Pizza

It’s said that one of the main secrets of a business’ success is “location, location, location.” If that’s true, I don’t see how Raffaele Pizza has stayed in business for so long. This place has been in the same hidden location, buried behind an IHOP and a 7-11 near the corner of Glendale and 19th … Read more

Ono Hawaiian BBQ

My favorite “Japanese” food is Curry Katsu. It stands head and shoulders above all other forms of Japanese food. The problem is, most of the places around these parts think Japanese food = Sushi. So the funny part is the only place it seems you can get to get curry are at Hawaiian places, so … Read more

More Reviews

Starting today I’m branching out more on my reviews. In addition to the typical food and pizza reviews, I’m going to start reviewing DVD releases, books and miscellaneous other items. There’s likely to be a few other changes in the next few days. Stay tuned for the surprises. Actually, when I say, “today”, I mean, … Read more

Rumbi Island Grill

I don’t think the Rumbi Island Grill is supposed to represent any particular island, but everyone greets you with a big “Aloha” on the way in the door. This is a new place that just opened up 2 weeks ago near the corner of 44th Street and Indian School. Their menu generally consists of rice … Read more