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Sahib Fine Indian Cuisine, Johnson City, TN

Posted by Danielle Bussone on Feb 17, 2013 in I-26, Indian, Johnson City, TN | 0 comments

Sahib is an authentic Indian restaurant located right off of Interstate 26 in Johnson City at the Roan Street Exit, Exit 20 if you are heading south, exit 20A if heading north. It is a little tricky to get to. From Roan Street take a right onto Brown’s Mills Road.. It is located behind the Days Inn, facing the interstate.

The food is very good. Vik Vantrana and Chef Gurvinder Singh co-own Sahib. Chef Singh runs the kitchen while his wife, Ekta, and Vik’s cousin, Barry Nirola, manage the dining area. Vik is the general manager overseeing the entirety of the business. While the building is not the newest on the block and is beginning to show its age, the food is marvelous and the service is friendly and accommodating. Barry and our favorite waiter, Daniel, will take good care of you. (more…)

Palak Aloo (Potatoes & Spinach) Video from Sahib’s Restaurant

Posted by Danielle Bussone on Feb 17, 2013 in I-26, Indian, Johnson City, TN | 0 comments

by Danielle Bussone

Vik Vatrana and his former partner, Chef Guvinder Singh, of Sahib’s Indian restaurant in Johnson City, TN, generously contributed this recipe for North Indian Palak Aloo, North Indian Spinach and Potatoes.

Before cooking this recipe, be sure to read the ingredient list carefully and have everything within reach so you won’t be scrambling for ingredients in the middle of the process. This is a very quick dish to make. Don’t be overwhelmed by the number of ingredients. You are using many of the same ingredients in the sauces and the main dish. This is very easy to prepare. You’ll be an expert in no time! (more…)

Roti from Sahib Fine Indian Cuisine

Posted by Danielle Bussone on Feb 16, 2013 in I-26, Indian, Johnson City, TN | 0 comments

Here is a great short video on making Roti from Sahib Restaurant in Johnson City TN.

Jade’s Market (Jade’s Market has been sold and is now Angkor Bistro)

Posted by Danielle Bussone on Jul 23, 2012 in Asian, Grocers, I-26, Johnson City, TN, Thai | 0 comments

by Danielle Bussone

Jade’s Market has been one of Johnson City’s best kept secrets. But the secret is out! Located conveniently near Johnson City Medical Center right off of State of Franklin Road, you won’t find better Thai food anywhere. There is a lunch buffet for carnivores and a menu from which Tara can convert any of the recipes to vegan, all costing a modest $7.59. Drunken Noodles is Rich’s favorite, I love the Pad Thai equally well. Much of her herbs and vegetable produce come from Tara’s own garden, even the keffir lime leaves essential to Thai Cuisine. The restaurant is named after one of her twin girls, Jade. She also owns Lola’s Bistro and Wine Bar which is named after the other twin, Lola, located near The Olive Garden off N. Roan Street. (more…)

New Apna Bazaar, Kingsport, TN (This market has moved to a new location in Johnson City, TN and is now called Spice World. Review pending.)

Posted by Danielle Bussone on Jul 6, 2012 in Grocers, I-81, Indian, Kingsport, TN | 0 comments

by Danielle Bussone

New Apna Bazaar in Kingsport, TN, is the Tri-Cities area only Indian market. Fortunately, you can find almost anything you are looking for here. From fresh exotic vegetables to Indian cooking utensils to grains and spices, you’ll find items you’ll be hard pressed to find at your local market.

The owner, Chirag Patel, speaks excellent English and can help you find whatever you’re looking for and will look for unusual foodstuffs in his weekly trek to Atlanta for exotic produce. He is an excellent resource for cooking information and actually taught me how to cook Dohkla, a spicy chickpea cake, and several Indian vegetable dishes.

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Cafe Lola, Johnson City, TN

Posted by Danielle Bussone on Jun 17, 2012 in American, I-26, Johnson City, TN | 0 comments

by Danielle Bussone

Cafe Lola is a charming little bistro and wine bar. The owners, Tara and Hunter, named this quaint little restaurant after one of their twin daughters, Lola. They also own our favorite Thai restaurant in Johnson City called Jade’s Market and Eatery, named after their other daughter, Jade.

Tara is a lovely, willow-thin genial young woman who is willing to do whatever it takes to offer her customers a satisfying meal. Hunter is an energetic, affable young man who will make you feel right at home. (more…)