Mama Chang: A Religious Experience

As my husband heads to synagogue, which he does every Saturday morning, I sit at my kitchen table with my own version of worship. I take a deep breath and think back on my week. What did I accomplish at work? What did I read, listen to, or watch that has made an impact on […]

Commonwealth Indian: Beauty & the Beast

Before it even opens, Commonwealth Indian on Old Georgetown Road attracts my attention.  The restaurant stands out, with its name emboldened on a bright red background that spans across the building. It’s an alluring addition to the growing list of restaurants at Pike & Rose in North Bethesda. All too often my restaurant visits feel […]

Reverie: Dreams Come True

It is my nine-year blogiversary this month.  It is mind-blowing, surreal, and to me even laughable that I have sustained Been There, Eaten That for this long.  Dining out as my preferred form of entertainment has been a thing for most of my life.  But how does one turn a passion into a blog? Looking […]

St. Anselm: Raring to Go

First impressions are important, although they aren’t always everything.  My husband of 36 years barely spoke to me the first time we met.  It’s a good thing I decided he was worth a second chance. But it can be the opposite.  Great first impression but then some insurmountable flaws rise to the surface. You never […]

The Oval Room: A Visit to Provence (closed)

Note: The Oval Room has Permanently Closed As I sit at my computer, taking a much-needed breather from the stifling air outside, my mind wanders back to a dinner in Provence. Every dish in the meal is spiked up with sun-ripened vegetables, a liberal dose of fragrant olive oil, and herbs fresh from the garden.  […]

High Street Cafe: A Sense of Place (closed)

NOTE: High Street Cafe is Permanently Closed Coming to Georgetown. I’m surprised by how often I’ve heard this recently in reference to new restaurants.  The truth is that there have been some solid openings in Georgetown recently, and I find myself dining there more often than ever before. All the openings and upcoming spots are […]

KAZ Sushi Bistro: It’s About Time

My earliest memories of eating Japanese food are trips to Benihana with my family.  I marveled at how the chefs managed to skewer meat with a sword-like knife and fling it onto a plate without inflicting injury on themselves or the diners.  I loved all the magic tricks they performed. My favorite was the one […]

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