Dining at Alba Osteria on Valentine’s Day goes against my better judgement. I cancelled a reservation here during Restaurant Week, fearing crowds and a new kitchen wouldn’t serve up the best representation of the food. So, why am I making my first visit at another time notorious for overwhelming a restaurant kitchen? I’m either a […]
Osteria Morini: Giving Me Something to Cheer For
February 13, 2014 · by · 6 Comments
Anyone who knows me is aware of my complete disinterest in sports. I did go to a National’s game back in 2012. I had every intention of making it to a game last year, but it felt like such a hassle to go to a game, particularly to cheer on a somewhat uninspiring team. Recently, […]
Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak, & Stone Crab: Cracking Open in DC
February 3, 2014 · by · Leave a Comment
When I was in my mid-20’s- way back in the 1970’s- my best friend and I visited Miami. If there were antics involved, I don’t recall. What I do remember is dining at Joe’s Stone Crab, a restaurant that was far too extravagant for our meager budgets. I knew it was a hot spot, however, […]
Republic: No Reservations about the Takoma Park Newcomer
January 25, 2014 · by · 1 Comment
This new trend of restaurants not taking reservations? I am not a fan. Yes, I have arrived at Rose’s Luxury before 5:30 pm to ensure we get a table without an hours-long wait. In fact, I’ve done it twice. But it’s not my preference. On the other hand, when my husband and I decide […]
Bombay Club: A Memorable Meal
January 20, 2014 · by · 4 Comments
You know those people in your life who you were close with for a period of time and then you move away, change jobs, or just take a different path? You mean to stay in touch, but somehow the years fly by and you never do. One of the unintended consequences of my blog is […]
Zentan: Mission Accomplished – CLOSED
January 13, 2014 · by · Leave a Comment
CLOSED Zentan has been on my restaurant wish list since reading a Washington Post review from Tom Sietsema last September. “Zentan’s new chef brings a little more spark” is good news. Prior to that, Eater DC lists Zentan in their “New Chef Heatmap: Restaurants Worth a Revisit.” I haven’t dined at Zentan since March 2011, and […]
