I am an admirer of Chef Peter Chang’s food. I first wrote about him in July 2011, after visiting his Charlottesville restaurant, where I’ve now dined on a number of occasions. Much has been written about the Chinese chef, including an article in The New York Times by food critic Pete Wells: “Where Peter Chang Cooks, They will Follow.” […]
The Room at McGinty’s: Stepping it Up- CLOSED
June 5, 2015 · by · Leave a Comment
I am not a fan of pubs or pub food, which explains why McGinty’s Public House in Silver Spring has never been on my radar. I initially overlook an invitation to try out The Room at McGinty’s. But there is a link to a new menu and concept, and I’m intrigued. The Irish pub has dedicated some […]
Mi La Cay: More Please
May 14, 2015 · by · 3 Comments
I don’t ever remember leaving a restaurant and thinking I didn’t pay enough for the meal. But that’s exactly what happens after a recent dinner at Mi La Cay in Wheaton. I’m here with bloggers Laura Kumin of Mother Would Know and Jennifer Farley of Savory Simple. It’s one of those nights where I can […]
The Daily Dish: Spring is in the Air in Silver Spring
March 28, 2015 · by · Leave a Comment
Can it be that spring has finally sprung? A promising indicator is some of the new items on the menu at The Daily Dish, one of my favorite local restaurants. I participate in a recent media dinner to check out what’s been cooking with this Silver Spring restaurant and catering company. The Daily Dish is […]
Great Sage: Meeting Diverse Tastes
March 24, 2015 · by · 1 Comment
Dinner out with both of my kids and their significant others is a rarity. We are a family with complex dining restrictions (all except for me, of course). My daughter and her boyfriend will only eat at kosher or vegan restaurants. My son and daughter-in-law are meat free (will eat fish), and she is gluten free/dairy […]
