MBK
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It's unfortunate we caught them on a bad day (and fortunate you caught them on a better one). I've traveled extensively in Japan, eaten kaiseki many times before, and will never subject my stomach to what I unfortunately ate Tuesday night.
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There's not much to add to lackadaisi's post. The meal had its good moments - the first course of sesame seed tofu with sea urchin, and the mirin-marinated fish - but was mostly full of bad, or even inedible, food. And two good moments across a multi-course meal just doesn't cut it. The more I think about the meal, the more upset, and disappointed, and just ripped off I feel. But rather than get into all of that, I'll just add to lackadaisi's comments on the sushi/sashimi. I understand that the bad weather of last weekend may have impacted shipments of fresh fish to the restaurant - but I firmly believe that when you're trying to compete at a high level - which Sushi Taro clearly thinks it is - if you don't have access to fresh fish, you don't serve the old fish you do have, the fish that was cut hours if not days ago and tossed into the fridge. You maintain quality, no matter what. The fact that Sushi Taro served what may well be the worst pieces of sushi and sashimi I have EVER eaten suggests that they haven't yet learned that basic lesson.
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My parents and grandmother are meeting me for lunch next week - they'll be driving and need parking, and my grandmother can't walk too far. I'll be coming from the Union Station area and can probably go as far as Gallery Place, Metro Center, Cap South, Eastern Market. Suggestions?
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Anyone have a good-to-great source for challah in the metro-accessible DC area (bonus points for DC proper, even more bonus points if it's between Union Station and Dupont)? I should've just gotten my mom to bake an extra last weekend and brought it home, but I wasn't thinking ahead.
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Agree with everything mdt said. As an aside - I had corn ravioli at Jean Georges yesterday, and it did not compare to Chef Ruta's version at Palena.
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I went yesterday. Was underwhelmed - but do think it will probably be lucrative. Just don't really think I'm the target audience. I don't need overpriced Italian snacks/groceries I can find elsewhere. And I don't need mediocre gelato that doesn't hold a candle to Dolcezza. But I do think it will hold an allure for tourists and Batali fans. I mean, many of the workers there wear orange clogs... Will post more details later...
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Now that sounds great. Next time...
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Not even for pie to go? excellent info, thanks for preventing me from an unnecessary trip out of my way......
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Oh, Chris. I've got Troegs on the list for either tomorrow, or when I return to H'burg in two weeks. Or both...
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Are you going to my cousin's bridal shower too?!?I'm guessing not... Well, perhaps I'll just drive up and back, and get my fix of deliciousness at my very own farmers' market here in DC on Sunday. Oh well...
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Farm stands - that sounds promising. Along any road in particular? It seems there are many ways to get from here to Harrisburg
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Yeah, I'm thinking less BBQ and more snacks - pie, etc.? I'll be coming from a lunch and probably have no need to have a big meal, especially if it's not good... maybe I'll drive out of my way to Thurmont to check out this Shamrock place and see if it's worth it.
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I posted in the intrepid traveler forum, but just to cover all my bases ... I'm driving from DC to Harrisburg, PA tomorrow (and back) and will have time to stop off for snacks on the way - if there's anywhere worth stopping. I've been told of a place called Shamrocks in Thurmont, MD, and a place called People's Restaurant in New Holland, PA. Is either of those worth it? Anything else worthwhile a little more on the way? Am looking for something to improve the drive
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I'm going to be driving up to Harrisburg tomorrow ... any must-stop food places? Mostly thinking of things to pick up to go - probably won't have a meal - but anything to make the drive worthwhile would be helpful! Thanks...
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Yeah, I aim for the best of both worlds by pureeing the stems and adding the tips whole toward the end. But your way works too
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Risotto - cut asparagus into one-inch pieces, blanch. Puree the stems (with some cooking liquid if needed), reserve the tips. Add stem puree to risotto during cooking. Toss in tips at end. (I've done an asparagus-ramp risotto and also an asparagus-mushroom risotto). Pan saute in butter. Serve atop a smear of a compound butter of miso, butter, and sherry vinegar. (I've done this as is, and also with cubed sweet potato, and tossed with cilantro at the end)
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Poste was also on my list - and we haven't been there. Just checking to see if there are any obvious choices I've missed in my brainstorming. Thanks
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Funny, we were just there too - we are clearly making the "healthy yet tasty" rounds - I was underwhelmed, but that's a comment for a different thread.
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Yeah, that's on the list - although we were just there recently so was trying to branch out.
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Looking for a restaurant where one person can eat low-butter, low-salt; and yet the meal will still be tasty for the full-fat-and-sodium eater. Would pick sushi, but am restricted in neighborhoods to U Street/14th Street/Gallery Place/Metro Center. No good sushi around there. Thoughts?
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Oh, the intrigue. One who lives in DC already??
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Correct. EFF won't have fresh local chickens for another few weeks. It's definitely a matter of seasonality.
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Grumble. I'm always out of town the weekend of the festival.
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During Passover, Korean Fried Chicken would've been just depressing. My perfect venue was on the couch, nervously watching as my team pulled it off. And I won my pool. Was a good night...
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Okay, a slightly more specific question than just, where can I watch the Final Four tonight... Where can I watch the Final Four that is (1) in DC, preferably U Street/CoHi area (but not necessarily there); (2) not a WVU bar; and (3) has a reasonable selection of wine - as I'm keeping Passover so won't be drinking beer - but also beer, as my partners in crime aren't similarly limited. I'm stumped. Bonus points for a place where we can actually see and hear the games. I thought of Vinoteca, but was hoping to come up with another option.