Posted by Tylerites in Restaurants on December 26th, 2009 | 18 Comments
Oliveto Italian Bistro
On a whim, we decided to have lunch today at Oliveto, Tyler’s new Italian restaurant.  After hearing several good mentions, I had my hopes up that this could perhaps be a decent replacement for my beloved Fiore (RIP).  Located on Troup, across from Chick-fil-A and next to Cafe Frontera, Oliveto...
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Posted by Tylerites in Restaurants on December 23rd, 2009 | 14 Comments
Chez Bazan French Bakery & Cafe
One of my favorite lunch eateries in Tyler is unfortunately one that I often forget…  Eating lunch at Chez Bazan during the week is impossible due to the location of my office, but on the occasion I get off work early, or on a relaxing Saturday I love stopping in for one of their specialty...
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Posted by Tylerites in Services on December 22nd, 2009 | No Comments
Garden Style
I am a huge fan of flowers.  Big arrangements, small arrangements, single stems, or even a bundle of Tyler roses from the Brookshire’s parking lot – all of those.  However, though I can admit to liking all flowers, one thing remains true:  All flowers are not created equal, and further,...
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Posted by Tylerites in Restaurants on December 18th, 2009 | 7 Comments
Don Juan Mexican Restaurant
Tyler definitely has its fair share of Mexican restaurants, some good and others not so good.  Don Juan’s, however, is one of the great ones.  In fact, I am willing to make the proclamation right now that it is my favorite Mexican food restaurant in Tyler.  Of course, I love Villa Montez, too,...
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Posted by Tylerites in Shopping on December 15th, 2009 | 8 Comments
Racquet & Jog
A co-worker recently expressed his curiosity over us Tylerites’ obsession with Racquet & Jog t-shirts.  I remember back when I first moved to Tyler, I too, was confused by the popularity of these brightly colored shirts.  Initially, I assumed Racquet & Jog must be a local athletic...
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Posted by Tylerites in Restaurants on December 6th, 2009 | 12 Comments
Julian’s Asian Diner
What a pleasant surprise it was for me to enter Julian’s Asian Diner and find a non-buffet Asian restaurant.  Previously limited to Chinese buffets and Japanese hibachi grills, before Julian’s opened it’s doors, Tyler desperately needed a sit-down style Asian restaurant. Julian’s...
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