Posted by Tylerites in Restaurants on 12 26th, 2009 | 12 Comments
Oliveto Italian Bistro
VN:F [1.9.0_1079]Rating: 4.0/5 (4 votes cast)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...
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Posted by Tylerites in Restaurants on 12 23rd, 2009 | 6 Comments
Chez Bazan French Bakery & Cafe
VN:F [1.9.0_1079]Rating: 4.5/5 (2 votes cast)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...
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Posted by Tylerites in Services on 12 22nd, 2009 | No Comments
Garden Style
VN:F [1.9.0_1079]Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast)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: ...
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Posted by Tylerites in Restaurants on 12 18th, 2009 | 3 Comments
Don Juan Mexican Restaurant
VN:F [1.9.0_1079]Rating: 5.0/5 (3 votes cast)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...
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Posted by Tylerites in Shopping, Sports on 12 15th, 2009 | No Comments
Racquet & Jog
VN:F [1.9.0_1079]Rating: 0.0/5 (0 votes cast) 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...
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Posted by Tylerites in Nightlife, Restaurants on 12 6th, 2009 | 8 Comments
Julian’s Asian Diner
VN:F [1.9.0_1079]Rating: 3.4/5 (5 votes cast)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...
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