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Was there last year and thought it was a fun, well organized event. A lot of very good food. Part of the proceeds go to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
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The Dell Minis can sometimes be found very cheap from their outlet. I recently got a 9" for under $200 and have been happy with it.
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I've tried this. Jeffrey Steingarten has a piece on it in one of his books, crediting it to Joel Robuchon (I think they credited him in the CI article too). It does work, is very easy, and can cut down on the time you need to have hot oil on the stove (thus reducing the smell problem a bit). However, I thought the crust was a bit thick and the fries were slightly greasy. The CI solution is to use yukon golds. Might have to try it again.
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Not just a lunch spot... was out biking Skyline drive on Saturday and hit Element for dinner. Really enjoyed it-- the highlights being the Caramel Cake with Strawberries ($6), Salmon with Mustard Cream Pasta ($16), which had a wonderfully pungent mustard kick to it, and Wild Rice and Duck Confit Soup ($7). The wine list has very gentle mark-ups, and they were pouring a couple of Linden wines (which is not far up the road) by the glass that night for reasonable prices. -
Cynthia's, Severna Park - Closed
cjsadler replied to cjsadler's topic in Baltimore and Annapolis Restaurants and Dining
Just got an email that Cynthia's is now closed. -
Dining in New York City
cjsadler replied to jparrott's topic in New York City Restaurants and Dining
A Salt and Battery. Almost stopped in last month when I happened to be nearby around lunch time, but the line was pretty long. -
Founders is showing up all over DC now (except no Breakfast Stout yet that I've seen). I picked up some of the Centennial IPA at De Vinos*. Dangerously drinkable stuff. *Bill Catron from Brasserie Beck has turned this store into a Belgian beer paradise
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I was down there a little while ago, but unfortunately didn't come up with much to recommend. Monica's Aca Y Alla in Deep Ellum would be my pick for decent, cheap Tex-Mex. It's maybe a bit more expensive than what you're looking for, but the one real highlight was Lola. The regular prix fixe menu is a good deal and the amazing wine list has some of the lowest prices I've ever seen. I thought the high-end places like Fearing's and Stephen Pyles were very expensive disappointments.
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You don't even have to order a case to get free shipping and the same price. I wish you wouldn't have reminded me about that link, as I just ordered up a few bottles of the muscadet that's on offer today (I have no place to store any more wine).
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I don't make a lot of cocktails, but I happened to have made one of these awhile back too, from this recipe. Liked it quite a lot, but agree that it tart-- I might cut back on the lemon juice next time.
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I haven't been all that wild about the rest of brunch here (eggs tend to be way overcooked), but those english muffins are fantastic. I keep coming back just for those.
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The Veritas Viognier recommended by Dave is really nice. At the winery it was discounted to only $10/bottle if you buy a case of it.
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I'm pretty sure it's the same name and location. I remember going there as a kid with my mom back in the early 80's.
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Sour cream worked just fine in that recipe. A lot of components to that dish, but it's really great.
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This really is a sorta magical, very simple combination of ingredients... like watermelon and feta. The fennel seeds are key, though. Try it.
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I'm still undecided on going this year. Tickets last year were $10 less and included the salons. This year the salons are $20 extra (now all sold out). The food pairings were either disappointing or quickly gone. $95 can buy a lot of good and food and drink elsewhere. All that said, I had a good time and I'm sure it will be fun again this year. It's almost worth it just for Russian River and Lost Abbey being there.
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I thought the same thing. Besides the wild presentation, it's basically a plate of stewed vegetables. I pity the poor chef that has to put that dish together, though-- it looks like a real pain in the ass
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http://www.meatcrafters.com/
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If you're like me and have no place to store a gallon of duck fat, try Paula Wolfert's method: cook the duck legs in vacuum sealed bags submerged in water (sorry, I mean 'sous-vide' them ). They confit in their own fat. Best part is there isn't a single pot or utensil to clean. You just need to figure out how to keep the water at 180 (keeping my oven at 225 works well for me)
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You can read some discussion of this trick here. He applies it to creme anglaise and uses a pinch of flour instead of cornstarch (he's right-- I've tried it and it does work. You can bring it to a boil and it won't curdle. Amazing.).
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Was marveling at how improved the brisket was the other day (this was at the Rockville location). Found out the reason when I read Tim Carman's piece in the City Paper this past week about the new SmokeTron 6000 or whatever it was they bought for $20,000. It's working.
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Don't Try This At Home? Recreate Restaurant Favs?
cjsadler replied to tfbrennan's topic in Shopping and Cooking
I find the refrigerating is key for guarding against oozing. I just go with mascarpone too, no yogurt. The hell with piping, as it's a pain and doesn't quite get enough in the date for my tastes. Cut down the side of the date, pop out the pit and press the insides of the date a bit to make more room. Put a dollop of mascarpone in and then seal the date back together around it. Throw in the fridge. Hot oven like mdt said. I do it at 450-475 for a few minutes (the high heat will sorta caramelize the outside a bit, which is nice). -
This recipe worked out well, and was actually pretty quick to make (aside from the rising times). My critic said it was too bread-like compared to other King Cakes, but I really liked it.
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I'd add Tröegs Nugget Nectar, which was just released, to the list.
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Where have you found Maharaja around here? I've found other Avery bombers, but not that. Thanks.
