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  1. Lydia R
    Yes Nick, I believe y'all have cinched it -- I appreciate that you've gotten Ron Johnson (Smokin' Jarhead) on his pit in your back patio and have a more casual venue going. I can honestly see coming off the trail and tucking-in there. Next time, maybe, we'll be able to try more of your new menu. Your April post noted that you'd have some lower price point items -- I didn't really see any on the attached menu -- is there a "secret" bar menu like the one at Corduroy? oldanglersinn.pdf
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    Hopefully these equal a thousand words with the caption: great meal and rediscovered setting. Nick's prominent contributions on these plates were the lightly pickled purple slaw and "slice" of fried chicken.
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    I was saddened to read about Carol Grimaldi's death. The WSJ article was touching and included remembrances from her husband, Patsy Grimaldi: I still haven't gotten in the habit of reading the RSS feed, but thought this should be included in the Juliana's thread. Here's a photo of Juliana's, by Kevin Hagan, from the WSJ article for my future navigation:
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    Given today's great weather, and the "Pad Thai" recently served at Nats Park, I was happy to have a chance to get their Kai Pad Ped lunch special. I was able to finish the soup, salad, and roll with only room for a few fierce tastes of the vibrant red curry. Lunch leftovers tomorrow! I asked about their website and they are either getting a new host or a new domain name. In the meantime, they're posting specials and other promotions on their Facebook page: @ Thai Taste Wheaton. Here's a scan of their menu (almost as much fun to read as Dean's wine bible) and a photo of my to-go container (a bento-esque rectangle). ThaiTasteByKob.pdf
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    Dropped by today - super happy to see them buzzing! I heartily recommend the Agnello special with lamb polpettine and shaved fennel. Oh, the savory lamb and sausage with the olives and crunch of fennel...
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    To the entire Fort Hood family, worldwide.
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    Gates open, weather pending. New line-up in the Red Porch from left to right: New Belgium Snapshot Wheat, Terrapin Rye, Foothills People's Porter, Foothills Pilsner, Atlas Brew Works District Commons, Allagash White, Yuengling Lager, Leinie's Summer Shandy, Dogfish Head Namaste, Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA, Starr Hill Grateful Pale Ale, Blue Moon, Flying Dog Snake Dog IPA, and Flying Dog Old Scratch Amber Lager We were able to walk around the Park and find the new offerings (craft brew stand in the concourse behind the President's Club, International Wok, G Sandwiches, Peet's at multiple coffee stands, and a few ecash-only lines). My fingers are crossed that Levy Restaurants corporate will be able train-up their staff/managers so they know the new products.
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    Are there really two new restaurants, with different ownership, named Republic? Having this one in Ballston and the Black Group's one in Takoma Park will be interesting.
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    It's begun! The three Montgomery County Peet's will be in the former Caribou Coffee locations: 7926 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda Westfield Montgomery Mall, Bethesda 1316 East West Highway, Silver Spring The Silver Spring store's Caribou sign came down today! The countdown to their 28 April reopening as Peet's has begun. Details in Steve Hull's post in Bethesda Magazine.
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    Many of us have learned to eat and drink better through Jake Parrott's kind tutelage. In prep for my NoLA trip, here are the links and info (from their sites) for his list: Keife & Co (bottle shop) 801 HOWARD AVE "” NEW ORLEANS, LA 70113 Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 8pm or by appointment - local delivery available Tivoli & Lee at The Hotel Modern | 2 Lee Circle. New Orleans, LA 70130 Southern Bistro. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Happy Hour seven days a week. Cane & Table 1113 Decatur Street "” French Quarter, New Orleans RUM "” Rustic Colonial Cuisine "” ProtoTiki Cocktails Times Picayune Nov 2013 review Toups' Meatery 845 N Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 Fine food, specialty cocktails, and a charcuterie program inspired by deep-rooted Louisiana family traditions. Times Picayune piece NOV 2013 Boucherie 8115 Jeannette Street New Orleans, LA 70118 Contemporary Southern Cuisine Root 200 Julia Street Modern American Cuisine rooted in Old World flavors and technique Lucky Rooster 515 Baronne St, New Orleans, LA 70113 The newest concept from the guys that brought you Juan's Flying Burrito and Slice Pizzeria. Pan-Asian cuisine Ste.-Marie 930 POYDRAS STREET NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112 Times Picayune Jan 2014 review Kingfish 337 Chartres St. (at Conti) New Orleans, LA 70125 An upscale casual restaurant and cocktail bar in the heart of the New Orleans' French Quarter that tips its hat to the Huey P. Long Era. Also has Market and Deli counter Bellocq (bar) at The Hotel Modern 936 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130 Atchafalaya brunch 5 days a week 901 Louisiana Ave, New Orleans, LA 70115 Maurepas Foods 3200 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70117 at Louisa in the Bywater Opens Thursday at 1100 and closes at Midnight Tuesday (closed Wednesdays) Purveyors of Robust Cuisine I'm making myself hungry - thanks Jake. Edit to add: David Byrne spent the holidays in Bywater. His journal is an interesting read in three installments (part 1, part 2, and part 3).
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    Rebecca Cooper mentioned the opening of the Germantown La Tagliatella in Jan 3rd's Washington Business Journal. After reading it, I wondered why La Tagliatella was referred to as being from Spain, not Poland. According to Bloomberg Business Week: So, I guess the press release was written to focus on Resturavia, not AmRest Holdings. Sthitch's link to AmRest's corporate website offers no mention of an office in Spain...
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    My Google skills are waning because I could only find was a 2001 WaPo article by Eve Zibart that describes the contest: and the National Sushi Society describes the Tokyo contest and has several photos identical to Chef Tony's website. The three competing U.S. Chefs listed are: Dunno, wish him well.
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    Hopefully the County will read Rebecca Cooper's article in the current Washington Business Journal and understand the cost of restauant opening delays.
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    and I'll be the lady-in-waiting.
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    Yes, the Germantown Smashburger has been open for about a month. I've been a few times and my favorite burger is the Mushroom/Swiss Burger (with Truffle infused oil). The Smash fries (olive oil and herbs) is just a little too "rich" to eat with the burger. After being aclimated to prices at Nationals Park, I was pleasantly surprised that the Port City beers (currently Monument IPA and Essential Pale Ale) are only $ 3.49 a bottle (nothing on draft). Looks like there's been a CEO change at corporate.
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    Last night, the same friend and I had a "farewell to Addie's" dinner. The food was better than I remember and the Acorn Squash with ginger soup is worthy of return visit. My meal ended with the sweet potato pie - it's a smooth mousse with a torched meringue encircled by a ribbon of butterscotch sauce and crumbled pralines. Sweet dreams on a great dinner. Our server was personable and hit the right notes. I was glad to hear that she'll be moving over to the Black's soon-to-open Republic restaurant in Takoma Park. Please note: At lunch-time, Addie's In & Out lunch menu (similar to the Lickety-Split at Eve) is no longer available. The lunch menu will be "old favorites" including dinner entrees - unfortunately, their website hasn't been updated. I hope the Black's can find a new site for Addie's that keeps the both the cozy and the warmth.
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    Thanks for posting the menu. It's like reading a travel magazine and planning a vacation. Any additional description for: T20 Night Market Style Lamb?
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    Maybe it's my furlough-brain, but wasn't an owner also a Provost of GWU? I vaguely remember her mentioning Garrett's in the context of owning it and thinking she had a good work/life balance.
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    Finally, there 's a change in the tap lineup in the Red Porch - the Flying Dog IPA has been replaced by Woody Creek Wit. Rumors of Pumpkin Ale arriving soon. Too bad -- Luvin' the Sam Adams seasonals in SEC 111
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    Darn! Didn't make it before their well-deserved vacation.
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    It's located at the cusp of Sections 138/139. On day one, they were serving to an eager line of the faithful. After some expert help, the beer flowed. Last night's "only four hours and seven minutes" of disappointing play was tempered by knowing District Drafts is now in the park. Perhaps the breweries can have some extra training for Levy Restaurants stand staff so they're knowledgeable about the beer. After two months, the 14-taps in the Red Porch have remain unchanged.
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    This home stand, the Red Porch has (left to right): Ommegang Hennepin, Boulevard Unfiltered Wheat Ale, Nevada Sierra Kellerweis, Abita Purple Haze, Heavy Seas Peg Leg Imperial Stout, Allagash White, Yuengling Lager, Leinenkugel Summer Shandy, Dogfish Head Indian Brown Ale & 60 Minute IPA, Starr Hill Jomo Lager, Blue Moon, Flying Dog Snake Dog IPA & Under Dog Atlantic Lager.
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    The Li family is super pleasing. Even though I'm an infrequent diner, Mrs. Li automatically hands me the full traditional Chinese Dinner menu during weekday lunch time instead of the "western" menu. For some updated Grace Garden dining reports, there is an original thread on Chowhound (with almost 300 responses) and a new-ish splinter thread started by a meet-up report from mid-April.
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    Yes, both this season and last September. This year, Dasdak's menu seems easier to navigate. After setting up and account, it is easy to order. Despite installing Comcast WiFi, the connectivity isn't solid throughout the park. I had high hopes that Dasdak had improved when, during the exposition game with the Yankees, my cheesesteak arrived on a baguette. The next week, the standard soft roll was back. They even deliver beer, but could use some handling/pouring training [frothy, frothy]. An added bonus is that the items now arrive in a lunch bag with napkins [don't have to specifcally order napkins anymore]. This reminds me, I need dinner from Max's tonight.
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    I'm definitely interested in the next time around for the Capitol Tour [with +1, if possible]. My hope is the second round tour will be ahead of the MLB home games start.
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