I don’t fall in love all that easily, and I tend to be fickle. But there are certain traits I find irresistible. Looks are important, but they are not everything. I like to be surprised, and playfulness is a plus. Good taste is a must. I found true love recently. The object of my affection […]
Doi Moi: Supremely Flavorful Food
November 13, 2013 · by · Leave a Comment
When I judge a restaurant, many factors are taken into account. There’s the décor, the service, the concept, the noise level, and obviously the food. I weigh all of these elements, as I ponder what to write after two recent visits to Doi Moi (read Doy Moy). Doi Moi is another new restaurant on the […]
France dining: When in Rhone
November 8, 2013 · by · Leave a Comment
I am mystified by the dining habits of the French. They eat three course meals laden with calories twice daily, and no one is overweight. Small plates of food meant for sharing? Not an option. Vegetarian is a foreign concept, and the term “gluten free” doesn’t exist. Caffeine doesn’t affect the French, who drink coffee (not […]
Kosher Dining Almost Foils a Foodie
October 26, 2013 · by · Leave a Comment
This week an essay I wrote was published by Tablet Magazine “It’s Difficult to Be A Foodie When You Can Eat Only at Kosher Restaurants” is about my family and our dining journey. The story begins here. Follow the entire story on Tablet. My family loved eating out together. But when my daughter became Orthodox, almost […]
TD Burger: Chef’s Burgers are Tops- CLOSED
October 23, 2013 · by · 4 Comments
A new burger restaurant in DC attracts my attention as any new restaurant does. Well that’s not exactly true. TD Burger is owned by Timothy Dean, a Season 7 “Top Chef” contestant, so my radar is on high alert. I can’t help myself. Once I have invested my time in getting acquainted with a chef’s […]
