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Thus, it seems that those wholesalers who do not subscribe to the list risk violation of this code provision. There is no requirement for the list, but there is a requirement not to extend credit to a retailer who does not pay before the 16th. I suppose those who do not subscribe to the list have plausible deniability of any knowledge of delinquencies.

It says they can't extend credit if they have knowledge of the violation. I don't think there'd be any constructive knowledge requirement, so I think this would require actual knowledge. The list is a way for distributors to share actual knowledge of violations with each other. I think it would be voluntary.

I've never been a coffee drinker (even through law school, somehow) but lately I've been dabbling a bit, and the wife enjoys hot tea daily, so we bought a Keurig K-Cup machine. I figure somebody here has to get their daily coffee from somewhere else than the latest free trade independently owned organic locally sourced coffee outpost, so any recommendations?

Thank you in advance, both for any input you might have as to what's good, and for not making this a thread about how grinding and brewing my own coffee, or only drinking espresso out of a $900 machine, is the only way to go...

Not that anyone here needs to be told of this restaurant's greatness, but my wife and I celebrated our first anniversary at RtS Courthouse last night and it was fantastic. First, I had completely forgotten that I mentioned the anniversary when I made the reservation, and was surprised with two complimentary glasses of sparkling wine, a generous and completely unexpected touch that shows a dedication to repeat customers. Second, I consumed 14 ounces of dry aged sirloin for $26.99, a ridiculous deal that would easily cost twice as much at an expense account steakhouse a few miles east, not to mention $8.99 for each of the sides that are complimentary at Ray's. Third, as I go in a random order, I maintain that the crab bisque at Ray's is not the best soup I have ever eaten. No, it is the best dish I have ever eaten. If it would not cause likely cardiac arrest (as well as a lactose intolerance, I imagine) I would probably try to eat this and nothing else for a month. Or forever...

Worth noting is that the Bistro Special (an even better deal than the already ridiculous steak prices) is available only in the Bistro (front side of the restaurant, no reservations). It is not just a witty name. I'd been eating the special since the old location and didn't realize this distinction, so when we asked about it our waitress (who was delightful) told us that it was only available in the front restaurant and then just gave us the special anyway. I tipped 45%, which I don't think did her justice.

I am looking to move away from DC in the coming months, and I will miss Ray's dearly.

For sports bars, you cannot go wrong with Taco Mac (and I believe there is one in Phillips Arena, which is right near CNN Center) - lots of TVs, decent food, and the best beer selection I've seen basically anywhere. It's a local chain, but one that I really enjoy.

Excellent. I saw that place on a quick google search, but couldn't tell if it was any good. Though I think if I lived near a place that had a beer-drinker's club it would be bad news.

As for the other...will you have access to a car?

Yep, we will have a car during our trip. We're driving from here, getting in on a Friday (and likely to be too tired to do much of anything, so looking for something near our hotel, which is next door to Philips Arena) and leaving early Tuesday morning, so we have lunches on Saturday, Sunday and Monday and then dinners on Saturday and Monday to worry about. Though the Final Four will be on during both dinners so we may have to head to Taco Mac or its ilk. I should also say that we are looking at Atlanta as a possible city to move to, so we are checking out lots of neighborhoods and areas (Buckhead, Virginia-Highlands, possibly Decatur, and any others that you might suggest!) so we are open to lunching out there.

Thanks very much for your advice.

For the very first time, we will not be vacationing in either Duck or Corolla this year. Instead, we are trying Nags Head.

Just in case you need a breakfast place, the only way to go is Sam and Omie's. Just get there early.

Heading to Atlanta for a certain low-brow event in early April. Will be staying near CNN Center, arriving on a Friday night and leaving Tuesday morning. Am in need of non-fancy, not-classy, incredibly Southern grub--fried chicken, bbq, anything of that ilk, as well as some good sports bars to watch the NCAA Final Four. Basically any hole in the wall that is so good it's required. Thanks in advance...

I am a huge fan of the regular Chick-fil-a sandwich, but the spicy sandwich came across as all about the heat that I found only succeeded in overpowering all other flavors. I was left thinking that if this had either a dollop of ranch or maybe even a sweet component it would have potential, but with just two pickle slices, not so much.

And this is why you need to apply one container of Buttermilk Ranch Sauce to each sandwich for maximum effect...mmm

Looks like I'll have to work on my timing if I want to indulge my urge for an Arm Drip on the sabbath.

TSchaad

I called and tried to order carryout arm drips on Sunday, only to be told they don't do them. Limited menu on Sundays with no beef. They had muffalettas, though.

The question for there is: do they have NFL Sunday Ticket and multiple TVs?

A vital question for September-December, but not relevant for the playoffs as no games overlap...

Sounds pretty appealing!

It is not a "nice place", but the majority of the floor is an outdoor deck and the food was great. Definitely have a drink at Woody's, but don't eat there. Same with the Beach Bar. We stayed at Caneel Bay which had decent bar food, but very expensive. Didn't try the fancy restaurants there. The Lime Inn (in Cruz Bay) was also fun.

Taking the Legendary Blues Cruise in January and hoping to get some down home decent island food on our stops. We will spend one day in Antigua and one on St. John. Any suggestions? We will be beaching and touring, so fine dining is not important - fine tasting is!

Go to the Banana Deck in Cruz Bay, if it is open (it is somewhat of a roll of the dice, but no worries because you can walk from one side of Cruz Bay to the other in 10 minutes). Order the Shrimp Curry or Shrimp & Scallop Fettucini Alfredo, and a cold one (or three). Sit back, relax, try to catch an earful from Wayne the bartender at the Blue Iguana mexican place next door, and enjoy the fact that you are in the world's most perfect place.

I am really happy to see some of the new chain-additions to Crystal City. The new Chick-fil-a opened, as well as a Jimmy Johns and Buffalo Wild Wings will be there in December.

Especially BW3. Been missing it since I lived across from the one in Charlottesville. If only their beer prices would match that outpost...

$18-27 steaks and $7-13 apps.

Not near AdMo, but I could not in good conscience recommend anywhere other than Ray's.

They just opened a DB in Miami at the new JW Marquis, which offers a $32 hamburger with short rib and foie. It may be their 'signature' offering, but I had to pass. I'm sure I'd have prefered the Palena burger.

I have eaten the DB Burger at the Vegas outpost. (Clearly not on my own dime...) The foie was kind of a waste, it overpowered everything else in the sandwich and would probably have been better on its own. That said, the short rib meat was unbelievably fantastic. Not worth $32, I agree, but good nonetheless. The gimmicky burgers aren't really burgers anyway.

I really, really liked Williamsburg AleWerks Pumpkin Ale...relatively high alcohol content without tasting so. Festive, and it'll get ya drunk!

Oddly, you have to actually make a reservation for a particular day and time. Think about this - you're making a reservation at a fast food place.

They did this for the rollout of the Spicy Chicken Sandwich. It was weird, but I guess they got people in the store, talking to the manager.

I won 52 of those sandwiches in a contest at our local CFA. 52 epic wins.

Coming soon to Crystal City!

August, in the old Olsson's space.

November 18th. *drools*

I really hope they open one in Arlington. The dearth of non-pizza, non-asian delivery options is pretty severe, and there are a lot of yuppies (yours truly) who would be regular orderers.

How is this any different than no showing on a four reservation and walking in with a party of 5 at 8PM to one of the hardest reservations in town?

I don't think this analogy holds. Suppose you have a res for 4 and show up with three. How is that any different than now showing on a four reservation and walking in with a party of 3 at 8PM to one of the hardest reservations in town?

If the space is so inflexible that you can't stick a chair on the end, fine, I get it. I certainly would have called first. But i think the description of the experience is more about an antagonistic approach to service, rather than trying to adapt to an unforeseen obstacle and overcome it.

Now we're waiting an hour + for a lobster roll served out of a truck? What is up with the residents of the DC metro area?

Latest hipster fad. Also I wonder if as many people would be able to take a 1.5-2 hour lunch break in a city that didn't employ so many government workers.

Here is a do not send list from the little man's school:

What NOT to send

- Our classrooms have children with a life-threatening allergy to peanuts and tree nuts. In order to minimize their risk of exposure, you are asked to completely avoid nut products of any kind, including peanut oil, for snack, lunch and crafts.

School lunches without PB&J? Good God, what has this world come to?

Then how do you explain the biotech corridor along I-270? (not that I disagree about VA seeming more business-friendly)

I dunno, www.nih.gov?

Must be tied to the reason so many contractors moved business to NoVa over the last 20 years. (dulles? taxes? working electricity?)

I think this is right--VA is a business-friendly commonwealth, and MD is a high-tax state. It's not random chance that the Dulles Corridor is where all the technology and defense headquarters have been built.

I could see not complaining to the manager, which would have opened you up to further ridicule from your buddies.

I get shit all of the time from my friends. And I tolerate it, even enjoy it a bit, because they are my friends.

But if my friends asked the waiter to, say, comment on whether my tie was ugly or not, I would expect the waiter to not comment. It is not the place of a server to make negative comments to a guest, about anything. Period.

Somewhat OT, but a pet peeve of mine--why would you voluntarily put up with people who make you feel bad? You can't often pick your waiter, but you can pick your friends.

Taco Bell launches 'street tacos,' foodies recoil

How long do we have to wait until it gets out here to the east coast?

Try the Lee Highway Taco Bell, in Yorktown/Westover...they aren't particularly good.