Ashoka Indian Cuisine - 2100 Haggerty Rd, Canton, MI 48187 - (734) 844-3100

General thoughts - Honestly, I never thought I would enjoy ever Indian food since my previous bad experiences with Indian lunch buffets. But I decided to give that another run, and I've now been here at least 2 times within the last year and I am a believer. Indian food is soooo good, I'm sad that I didn't discover that sooner. And here is their menu.

Foods tasted - Mango Lassi, Vegetable Samosa, Lamb Koorma, Hydrabadi chicken Biryani, Lamb Kadai

Thoughts -

Mango Lassi - essentially a mango shake but with more yogurt so it's smoother. I'm biased because I love mango and all forms of mango shakes and lassi they can whip up. Perfect for a cool down from spicy food.

Vegetable Samosa - large and deep fried  potato dumpling thing  that also has some peas and other finely chopped veggies in it. It's potato and deep fried, it doesn't get better than that considering there's no meat in it.

Lamb Koorma - I got this every time I've been here. It's lamb in a nutty tasting curry sauce (says so in the menu). I got it at the medium spice level, but I wonder if that's the real "medium" or the non-Indian medium because I thought it was pretty mild. Then again, I love spicy food so maybe that's why I didn't think it was that hot. It comes with a separate plate of white rice and it's so good to mix it all together. Since there's an ample amount of sauce, you can dip your naan it it and eat it that way. It's so good. And just as expected, the lamb was very tender.

Hydrabadi chicken Biryani - the first thing that comes to mind is the huge portion and for the same price as Lamb Koorma ($13.95). Since the only biryani I can compare with is the one I got from a liquor store down in Taylor which I was told wasn't technically the real thing, I would have to say it's very good. Ordering Biryani at an Indian restaurant is kind of like ordering chicken fried rice at a Chinese restaurant, but the biggest difference is the spices used in it.

Lamb Kadai - the curry is closer what most people think curry tastes like. The only reason I didn't order this dish is because it has green peppers in it. My friend John said it was good. I did taste it and from what I did taste I enjoyed it (again minus the green peppers).

Final thoughts - Very Yummy in My Tummy? Always. Will I ever go back? How about tonight? Both my boyfriend John and another friend John works with a large amount of Indian people and they recommended that we try this place. Prices aren't that high at all. Since there's a movie theater close by, this would be a great place to eat at before a movie.

Superior Pho (AKA Pho Hoa) - 3030 Superior Ave Ste E Cleveland, OH 44114 (216) 781-7462

General thoughts - I've been here, oh, about 50 times? Even though I don't live anywhere near Cleveland these days, I make every effort to go there whenever I'm  back. There's something about finding an awesome place that's off the beaten path - in fact, just a spot inside a building - that makes it extra special. If you're looking for an ornate restaurant, this is not it. But if you're truly looking for "superior" Pho, this is perfect. Sorry, no menu online. It's pretty cool that they have meals you can choose from for those who want to try different things or just simply indecisive. Some include rice dishes and some noodles dishes.

Foods tasted - #1 Meal - small bowl of Pho of choice, 2 spring rolls, and a can of pop (I don't think you'll need a review on a can of Coke) - all of this for less than $9.

Thoughts -

1. Pho - As you'll see on every review for Vietnamese restaurant, I always order the Pho that has all the different meats in it because I like variety. The broth is very flavorful and is comparable to the one at Pho Hang in Madison Hts, MI and far superior to #1 Pho, which is down the street from Superior Pho. The meats are fresh and the noodles are done just right. Sometimes the Pho noodles are overcooked and that kind of ruins the Pho experience. It's no different than overcooking pasta, it's just kind of gross.

2. Spring Rolls - I love Spring Rolls. Certainly not the healthiest of foods around but OMG it's good. They were clearly made after I placed the order as the skin is super crunchy, and although some may not like it, there's a sheen of glistening oil. It does come with that tangy sauce for dipping.

Final thoughts - Is it Very Yummy In  My Tummy? For sure. Will I go back for the 51st time? I plan on it. My descriptions above is reason I always order the same thing. It's because that meal is perfect for me. It's making me drool just writing this. Why does Madison Hts have to be so far away? I need to get a Pho fix soon. I was just thinking that I have to be thankful for my pretty decent metabolism or else with the way I eat and how much I love eating I should be about 700 lbs. I hope I didn't just jinx myself. Haha.