Beto
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Some cracklings left over from lard rendering.
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Here's a Google Maps street view of the property. The before and after images are stunning. Quite the renovation, I'd say. -
Was red herring on the menu?
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Looks like Carlos had a change of heart.,
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I've had Bistec Empanizado in Miami that was pretty good. But admittedly, the predominant taste was "fried."
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She reminds me of an asian Giada De Laurentiis.
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Nobody's mentioned Cheeburger Cheeburger yet. Not too bad if you're in the area.
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According to the article, "in the middle of nowhere" is exactly where they want to be. From the looks of it, the owners are willing to let the restaurant run in the red, such is their passion for food. If I were a chef given carte blanche to be as creative as I wanted to be, budget be damned, why would I want to leave that gig?
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As much as I like rice and beans, I grew quickly tired of gallo pinto day in, day out, every meal. If you haven't locked in your plans for La Fortuna, I can highly recommend Rancho Margot, if you're looking for a place off the beaten path. It's an eco-ranch run by a Chilean-American and in spite of the fact that it's off the grid, they generate their own hydroelectric power and have wifi access to the cabins. They grow their own vegetables and meat and have a small dairy to produce fresh cheese daily. While I can't say that the meals are spectacular, they do a decent job. It's a perfect place to unwind for a week or so. Just google "rancho margot" and you'll find it. Buen viaje!
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I'm assuming that you're in VA, so it may not be local enough, but the Carlhaven Emu Farm is up in Westminster, MD. Everything they raise is free range and organic. I've met David and Diane, the owners, at the farmer's market. Nice folks.
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I've been a number of times to the Columbia location in the shopping center at rt. 108 and 175 and have always been pleased with the food and service. I haven't had the pizza, but the pasta dishes are always nicely done. If I had one critique, it would be that the portions are a little too large.
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Gorilla does a very good job. You have plenty of excellent options up there with local roasters: Gimme Coffee Coffee Labs Roasters Gillies Coffee and Stumptown Coffee will be opening a Brooklyn-based roastery soon.
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I'll be checking this place out very soon.
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I had them roast a small pig for my son's 100-day festival (a Korean tradition). As beautiful as it looked in its roasted glory, the crispy skin and porky, juicy goodness was even better.
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I couldn't really care about the ethnicity of the people preparing the food, as long as it is good. My problem with the term "fusion" is that it usually means something more watered down and accessible. Plus, if you call it fusion, that's an easy fall-back stance when you don't have the experience or training to prepare something properly. As an aside, I happened to be driving through Hanover, PA yesterday and saw a place called, "Hot and Crusty, Mexican-Italian Fusion Grill."
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A popular restaurant and wine bar in Columbia, Iron Bridge Wine Co., had its windows busted out by vandals who left a spray-painted message, "Get rid of the foie gras." http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/local/how...0,2448059.story Pathetic. Anyone up for an outing to Iron Bridge?
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Ricciuti's in Olney uses wood in their oven. I like the char that the high temperature gives to the dough.
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She seems like a real sweetie.
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Two words: New Coke.
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There's another one quite near, up on Rt. 175 near the intersection of Dorsey Run Rd. in the parking lot of a nasty old liquor store. I've always been happy with what I've eaten from there. The only downer is that there's no place to sit.
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Care to elaborate please?
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I haven't been to one of their Friday cuppings, but I've been there a number of times for various events. It's a fantastic way to try new coffees with other folks who are very passionate about great coffee. The advantage of cupping with other enthusiasts is that other people can help you to put a name to certain tastes that sometimes almost defy description. Plus, the social aspect of it can't be denied.
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Do you think that 2009 could possibly top last year's stunning success? ¿Es posible?
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I'll second the recommendation on Puerto Sagua. Not touristy at all, and a great representation of typical Cuban fare. In spite of its South Beach location, it's not trendy nor modern, and the prices are very good.
