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I have to admit that I am a little disturbed that the first meal is featuring a winery, Korbel, that is the American leader in degrading the word Champagne. The name of their company is Korbel Champagne Cellars. Since they are not in France and mush of their product (all?) is farking transfer process, how the fark are they a Champagne Cellar?!?

Just another example of the lies told daily by some in corporate America. Of course I guess I am getting too worked up over this. I mean there is no corporation in the US whose lies would, like, cause major damage to our economy or our health or something like that. Sorry for the outbreak of conspiracy fever!

Should be Schramsberg all the way

i just got sent this message:

"is Fayrehair just another Landrum alias? cos WOW. it was like someone crossed RJ with Brett Ashley with Adam Curling"

I'm going to have to try this place.

And I always get a chuckle when philly cheesesteak snobs curse at LTM on "steak sub" here in the south. If it's what people like, then it's in their best business interests to offer it.

Good to know, thanks. I love tongue. We found a taco truck up closer to Jessup on Rt 1 this past weekend that ROCKED. Tried to hit it again during the week, but it must be there only during the daytime. Hit Tacqueria Veracruzana, on Cherry Lane, instead. Not as good, but still tasty.

Never heard of it, going to check it out tonight.

I think it is related to a small chain of mexican/salvadoran food joints. Mango Grill, is practically right next to it and pretty good. Never tried Irene's yet. Please report back if you hit it.

Delicious. Inexpensive like you would expect, it's related to the multi-location Irene's Pupuseria. The stars on the menu are the baliadas and the pupusas. I've never seen baliadas anywhere else, but it's a huge puffy tortilla, grilled a bit on the outside. I go for baliadas con todo which have beef, beans, eggs, avocado, and maybe some other mysteries.

The pupusas are well-done but similar to every other pupusa I have ever had.

Oh and I almost forgot the lengua taco. I am a big fan of tongue and see it very rarely here. The stewed lengua there is great-cooked just enough so that it's not horribly chewy but the unique taste of tongue still shines through. Not for everyone, but I am happy they serve it.

I used to love this place for dumplings, but after today, taking it off the list. The dumplings today came to the table, thick, doughy, and COLD! I mean, no heat at all. Given the questionable hygine of the place (which I used to overlook for good, cheap dumplings) and the fact that the dumplings are now no better than City Lights of China (which is closer to home and less dirty), I think I am done here.

Dumplings there are okay but have yet to have any soup in them. I didn't even know they were supposed to be soup dumplings.

The pork belly with preserved mustard green though? That's just a fantastic dish.

I don't think this place was around when I was going to college at UMD. How does it compare to Marathon Deli? That was my go-to place for gyros, and is probably still at the top of my list (albeit a short one at that).

Woah, what? It's not even the best gyro in CP. Or within 15 feet of itself. Marathon all day every day and twice on Sunday.

I was in MacArthur Beverages yesterday and noticed a big selection of French wine in 1/2 bottles.

I have asked a handful of winemakers about this, and they all say the same thing--restaurants scoop up 90+ percent of the half bottles.

I was there last night and was the only person in the entire lounge area!

That's been my experience the last couple of week-night visits.

People need to begin thinking about Peter Smith, and the many independent restaurateurs of character that prevent this town from turning into a giant shopping mall.

People need to think about Peter Smith because if they don't, then one day there won't be any Peter Smith left to think about.

And that free bread basket with the three types of homemade bread will be gone.

Cheers,

Rocks.

I was very happy to read this. I don't understand the lack of love for PS7's. I have been wowed each time I have eaten there. I have met the chef briefly on a couple of those occasions and he's a great guy, happy to chat about the food, the place, or anything else. DC foodies must support this place.