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  1. MarkS
    Leave the fare hungry and go to Lures in Crownsville, literally down the road. Lures is a neighborhood place with a tremendous beer selection as well as awesome pub food. As it's in Crownsville it tends to be local knowledge only.
  2. MarkS
    I've never been to a local winery. Am I missing out?
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    Spanish last Saturday night. Tomato toast with anchovies, tomato and beet salad with balsamic reduction. Seafood Paella to die for. 4 Bottles of Rioja Riserva and grand Riserva served us well.
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    I opted for a microwave drawer. It's out of the way and does not take away from the design. I don't use it. You can see it in picture 2, it is on the far right next to the full size dishwasher. http://www.photopian.com/galleries/kenwood/streger/content/gilbert_20161104_00375-76_large.html
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    I went to Kapnos in Bethesda Monday Night. The space was very nice and it wasn't that crowded so there were no noise issues. I enjoyed the fact that the tables are not next to each other. So I'd say this is a nicer Cava, The wine list was large but I have no experience with Greek wines. Mostly had carafes of wine when we were in Athens. So a $40 bottle of greek red was good, nothing memorable. The food was great. Spreads, Couscous, Eggplant, Fried Chicken, Lamb Shank and Pasticcio were all superb. We left stuffed, enjoyed it all and would go back. Better then most and a welcome addition to Bethesda.
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    The food was very good, service excellent. I'd go back.
  7. MarkS
    Had the pleasure of celebrating an anniversary at Flamant in Annapolis last week. Slightly off the beaten path as Flamant is in a house in west Annapolis. This is a small and intimate space as the house provides 3 dining rooms each with 3-4 tables. This keeps the noise level way down but may be problematic in colder times as the front door opens into a dining room. The food was very classic and refined. The chef is Frederik De Pue, who has cooked in Washington and France previously. Annapolis is just a much smaller and friendlier atmosphere with less dining competition and a town where patrons know each other well. The menu is small but well executed with 5 snacks, 5 small plates and 5 entrees. We had the green Gazpacho which was excellent and shared a veal shank which was amazing. I didn't take picture like other here but will say that this is worth the trip. If you live in Columbia, Laurel, Bowie, Baltimore then this isn't far and is that good. Here is a link to Tom's review though I would give this a solid 3 stars. https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/a-belgian-chef-takes-his-charm-and-whimsy-to-annapolis/2017/07/25/f4a79b2e-6d6b-11e7-b9e2-2056e768a7e5_story.html?utm_term=.14411cd4cbec
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    We will be eating the pork chops and sausages tonight. The pork looked well Marbeled with fat.
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    Last night my son and I attended an interactive butchering demo. Some Disassembly Required at Mess Hall. It was a great event and we look forward to eating what we brought home. Mike broke down a 1/2 hog into primals and then into chops and pieces. He also made 3 types of sausage in 20 minutes. Amazing knife skills not to mention he used a reciprocating saw on the chine bone. The BBQ was great as well and very engaging pitmaster who uses Mess Hall to make some of his food. Gather at Mess Hall to watch Mike Haney, a skilled butcher from the Salt Line (Formerly of Burch & Barley and All Purpose) break down a beautiful free range, heritage pig, sourced directly from Spring House Farm, in Lovettsville Va. During the interactive 3 hour event, Mike will cover many butchering techniques and skills while you indulge in local craft beers and BBQ. Yes, you can don gloves and participate to an extent (but you cannot wield the blades!). We will also discuss various types of charcuterie preparations, and unlimited Q&A. Joe Neuman, pitmaster and founder of Sloppy Mama's Barbeque will provide a dinner of smoked pork and hand-made sausages, plus sides. He will stay to talk about additional preparation methods over rounds of DC Brau.
  10. MarkS
    is a turkey Reuben still a Reuben?
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    First time at Fox's Den on Main Street in Annapolis. solid gastropub from same folks as Level and Vida Taco. Shared salad, meatballs and pizza. All were solid. Will go back as there as no wait and the food was solid.
  12. MarkS
    Union market is mostly community tables though a few places have bars as well.
  13. MarkS
    I totally agree with Don. Have received great redemption using Chase Sapphire travel but have yet to get any value out of priority pass. My son is both a follower and poster on the pointsguy site. At 24 he accumulates points and has more cards then I do.
  14. MarkS
    An alternative cooking method is to toss in EVOO, char them on the grill using a grill pan and then sprinkle with Sea Salt. Chow down with a Sauvignon Blanc. The peppers at Traders Joes have been great, I'll have to check the ratio next time.
  15. MarkS
    My son enjoys going here with his bros on the boat. He says the painkillers are legit but he hasn't been to the BVIs.
  16. MarkS
    Is this on? How will I know who to look for?
  17. MarkS
    Don, Matouks is excellent. We have sailed the BVIs the past 2 years on a catamaran and each cove has its own version of island hot sauce on the table. Matouks is close and good. Same with Pain killers, each bar has their own version, all good.
  18. MarkS
    They are like crack, all gone and you want more. Many mornings I am happy that it's only a pint as it's all gone and I don't remember it.
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    Yes, count me in.
  20. MarkS
    I'll take one for the team and check out the Old Stein. Seems to be popular among folks in Annapolis area.
  21. MarkS
    I do not have Don's magic powers but Lures should be moved to its own post and tagged in Crownsville or Annapolis.
  22. MarkS
    Yes. Wednesday is best.
  23. MarkS
    I second and third Lures in Crownsville. Great specials as well as an outstanding rotating list of great craft bears on Taps. Crownsville close to Annapolis mall so this is a great option after the movies. Ate at Lures last Saturday night and everyone was happy with upscale and tasty bar food. I had Rockfish bites and a topping of Scallop Ceviche and several great IPAs to wash it down.
  24. MarkS
    Has anyone recently bought a primal cut from Sam's club and broken it down into steaks.
  25. MarkS
    Wild Country Seafood has 3 picnic tables outside.. Could be BYOB.
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