While history has never been my favorite subject, when it relates to food my interest is piqued. Like most people, when I think of San Antonio, I remember the Alamo. But to me, the history of the Alamo has more to do with a couple of challenges on “Top Chef Texas” than the actual battle […]
East Pearl Restaurant: Sunday Night traditions
September 30, 2012 · by · 3 Comments
A Jewish man and a Chinese man were conversing. The Jewish man commented upon what a wise people the Chinese are. “Yes,” replied the Chinese man, “Our culture is over 4,000 years old. But you Jews are a very wise people, too.” The Jewish man replied, “Yes, our culture is over 5,000 years old.” The […]
Meridian Pint: Good Things Brewing
September 13, 2012 · by · 1 Comment
I am not a beer drinker. So I hesitate when my husband asks if I want to go to the beer-centric Meridian Pint, because he needs to stop in for work-related purposes. I quickly scan the menu, beginning with appetizers. Chili, deviled eggs, mac and cheese. I am not enticed. As I get farther down […]
Is Elisir my elixir to the summertime blues? (closed)
August 27, 2012 · by · Leave a Comment
The two year anniversary of my blog came and went, and I didn’t even realize it until two weeks later. I updated my Facebook status as a way to commemorate the day and moved on. This is in contrast to my one year blogiversary, when I excitedly reviewed all of my accomplishments throughout the year. […]
Bandolero: Something corny (closed)
August 1, 2012 · by · 1 Comment
Bandolero is closed. Call me crazy, but I have fallen in love with Mike Isabella’s crazy corn. Sometimes it takes me a full three or four courses to fall in love. Other times, all I need is one memorable dish. The crazy corn at Mike Isabella’s Bandolero in Georgetown is not all that complex. It’s […]
Al Dente Ristorante: Adding up the pros and cons
July 9, 2012 · by · 1 Comment
Not everyone pays attention to food news like I do. But I’m guessing that most people in the DC area recognize the name Roberto Donna. The chef has attracted a fair amount of press in the local media. On the plus side, he is an award winning chef. His Galileo restaurants featuring regional Italian cuisine […]
