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Congratulations on a great five years! I can't tell you how much we miss hopping in the car and driving down for a great meal--we always came on a whim and you always found a way to accommodate us, no matter how busy you were. We were there from the beginning, so it's been a pleasure to see how your hard work has paid off. Sorry we can't come by and taste some of your cellar specials, but know that Geri and I will come by as soon as we come back that way. -
Congrats, Sudhir, for the terrific review. A few weeks ago, while on a short visit to MD, I came by for lunch--dog in tow--and had lunch out front. I ordered one of my standards--murg tikka masala--and it was sublime. This dish is on every non-veg menu in the country, but the Spice X-ing version is a revelation--layers of flavor, subtly spiced, just magnificent....it was a warm early summer day and I had nowhere to go, so I took my time and savored every bite. (Murphy got a bite as well...she approved!) Chef's food is for savoring....if you eat it too fast or just pound it down, you miss so much....
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Since moving to South Carolina, a constant supply of Blenheim is one of the real perks. We keep two kinds around--Old #3 Hot for the occasional treat, and the diet Blenheim for daily consumption. I can say without reservation that diet Blenheim is the finest diet soda I've ever tasted. Nothing even comes close. I don't know if Joe stocks it, but if you ever get a chance, give it a try.
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We used to park just across the Ordway, in the lot for the strip of stores that include Petco....it's a small pay lot and will cost around seven bucks, but at 5:30 you should have no problem getting a space. Not much more expensive than Metro, but far more convenient. Later on Saturday that lot becomes first-come, first-served....but we've never failed to get a spot. There was another "secret" lot nearby that we used for a time, but a couple years ago they started ticketing and towing unauthorized cars, so we gave that up. And sometimes you can get lucky on Ordway.....
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So sorry I couldn't be there, but I've drifted south....nearly 450 miles from Spice X-ing. But I just want to amplify what xcanuck wrote. I've had many "best Indian dinner ever" meals from Chef Seth....and believe me, I am doing some serious jonesing for Chef's food after reading the posts above. I am convinced that Chef Seth--in both his restaurants--sets the standard for Indian cooking in metro DC, Rasika notwithstanding. His spicing is so subtle and complex that his food always surprises in unexpected ways. Carry on....I just wanted to chime in and say how much I miss Chef's cooking. Hoping to get up there soon!
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Champagne mangoes from Mexico.....absolutely delicious. Thank you, Costco!
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I like the ones I grill....tonight I grilled for a dozen family members. The burgers were 8 ounces of organic ground beef from Costco, seasoned with Lea and Perrins and Montreal seasoning. Cooked over charcoal to a nice medium--just a hint of pink in the middle--and with just enough char to add flavor. Burger/slice of cheddar/Gulden's spicy brown/tomato/leaf lettuce/slice of sweet onion/sandwich bun from a local bakery. Classic simplicity....it doesn't get much better than this.
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The fries were greasy more often than not when I had them at metro DC Five Guys, but I've been pleasantly surprised (or more accurately, a bit amazed) that the fries here in Myrtle Beach are so much better. The first time we got Five Guys after we moved, my wife declared herself uninterested the the fries--"too greasy"--but when she tried a couple of my humongous "regular" order, she dug in and ate about half of them. Maybe they try harder down here--or maybe Five Guys just seems so much better in this food wasteland--but I've been quite happy with the meals we've gotten at FG since moving.
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Do a search for Hung Phat asian market in Wheaton. Mi Ca Cay is right behind it, at the back of the parking lot.
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I moved away from Silver Spring just hours before the Snowpocalypse, but my taste buds long to be with you on March 2nd. Seriously, this is some great food at a very good price. I was having lunch there almost daily before the move and miss the place terribly--I think the folks who occupied the space before moving next door must have thought that I dropped of the face of the earth. If anyone is sitting on the fence about signing up, don't hesitate to jump in. Enjoy!
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They have added a few new faces, but the owners/managers/chef are the same. They split time between Ghar-e-Kabab and their Bethesda restaurant (Shangri-La). Ghar-e-Kabab is one of a handful of restaurants that we will really miss when we move. The owners are really good people and they always go out of their way to make your meal a good experience--it's just a gem of restaurant.
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Another lunch at Mi La Cay....today I had their version of Pad Thai, which was unlike any I've had in other eateries. First of all, it was very spicy; not four alarm hot, but packing enough heat to keep the water refills coming. It came with shrimp, chicken, and fish cakes.....and the order was just huge. Everything worked except the chicken, which seemed out of place with the shrimp and fish cakes....so I found myself pushing the chicken chunks to the side. I can eat a lot of food in a sitting, but the pad thai defeated me. It was a fine version, maybe the second best I've had--I still believe that Nava Thai set the standard. That said, this version is so different from standard pad thai that it probably deserves its own category. It keeps hitting me that we are leaving the area in a week. I would love have the time to work my way through this menu, but as they say, "so much food, so little time". But nonetheless, it's been an absolute delight to discover this place and explore the menu....
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Sorry I missed you....I was there shortly after noon. I was pleased to see that there were five tables occupied when I got there, but only one other than me when I left. I had planned to have the seafood and pork pancake, but soup was calling me so I chose the curried chicken soup off the vermicelli menu. It was absolutely decadent (rich and thick) and delicious--reasonably spicy, but even better with a little hot sauce and a few jalepenos. It was the perfect bowl for my mood...a steal for just under seven bucks!
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That's a worthy mission. The only time I've seen a crowd was on a Sunday, when there were lots of families. Otherwise, it's usually me and three or four people, max. There was a time when Nava Thai was like that, so let's just hope word of mouth brings people in. My first meal was two weeks ago....and I've been back four more times. My next try will be the pancake with pork and seafood....
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Dean, I'm not a great authority on pho, but I've been twice in the last week and had pho both times. To my taste buds, the broth was suitably rich and the amount of meat is on the generous side. I enjoyed both bowls very much. I had the beef stuffed grape leaves as an app the first time and was quite pleased. It's nice to return to the scene of the old Nava Thai, as it reminds me of the good old days. My first visit was on a week day and it was almost deserted....but I went this past Sunday and it was full....mostly families.
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My taste in scotch runs to the islands, so our tastes are probably similar. One of my favorites is Talisker, from the Isle of Skye....it has a peppery note that is unique. Another great island scotch is Highland Park, the everyman scotch--it has something for everyone and can please the Macallan lover, as well as an Islay peat-head. But my go-to scotches remain Lagavulin and Laphroaig. (I even own a square foot of Islay, thanks to Laphroaig!)
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We have to cancel out due to unforeseen circumstances. So scratch JeffC+1.....so sorry, as it should be quite a feast.
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My +1 has confirmed....we'll both be there!
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A big Happy New Year to you as well, Dean! And to Rocks and everyone who makes this board such a good place to spend time. Slainte!
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Very nice...a huge improvement!
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We've ordered a couple of pies from the SS Flippin' and have been very pleased. I like cheese pizza with no toppings and theirs was about as good as I've had in this area. It's not Mia's or 2 Amys, but it's still pretty darn good, miles ahead of Z Pizza.
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Count me in, as well. And maybe my wife as well. We had a meal at Masala Art last night and it was superb. I don't have the menu in front of me, so I can't get into some of the dishes we tried....but there is one thing you must have if you go. The rock salt and cilantro naan is a perfect compliment to the butter chicken, which was as good a version as I've tasted. There are so many unique dishes to try, so a group would be a good way to do some sharing.
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We had house guests from Fremantle a few weeks ago. Curt--an old friend-- and Louise were on something of a world tour and spent three nights with us. Dino is one of my favorites, but they weren't with us long enough to get down there. My wife and I just had our first meal at Masala Art, an excellent new Indian restaurant on Wisconsin Ave., in Tenleytown. It's probably your best for Indian in NW DC....and by our first experience, one of the best in the metro area. Superb Indian food, reasonably priced, with some dishes you don't see on many Indian menus. Congrats on your grandson! Hope you enjoy your stay.
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Wow...I never thought I'd see Grevey's on the DR board, so this is a really nice surprise. I've spent many an evening there, when my cable would not pick up my beloved Wildcats. Any time there's a Kentucky game, the place will be packed with DC area Kentucky fans. I saw Kevin Grevey play in college and followed him when he played for the Boulez....long before moving here. Grevey's is first and foremost a sports bar, at least for this poster....and the bar food is better than average.
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Sad to see the demise of any restaurant. There was a time--maybe fifteen years ago--when Delhi Dhaba (Bethesda) was our go-to for Indian carry-out. In fact, that was their claim to fame, as most of their business was for good, inexpensive food that you could pick up on the run and take home after a tiring day at work. Butter chicken was their specialty and it was, for the times, quite good. If you wanted sit-down Indian, the fancier and much more expensive Haandi was the way to go. Around the time Barnes and Nobles took up residence on the corner and that block got a major facelift, DD changed their image and brought out the tablecloths....and in my opinion, began to go downhill. Prices went up and food quality remained the same or maybe even slipped a bit, and the funky old Delhi Dhaba that almost defined good "cheap eats" could never really compete at the next level.