So I'm not one to typically write about my dining experiences (otherwise Corduroy, Fishnet, and Ray's the Classics would have a ton of my posts), but after my experience on Saturday night, I feel compelled to write in.
I should also preface by saying there have probably been two meals (Komi, Palena) in my life that I would qualify as "superlative", and I don't toss around the term lightly. Unfortunately, Grapeseed didn't *quite* make it up there, but it was probably a step below (about where I would place Corduroy, and those who know me know how I highly I speak of Corduroy).
With that out of the way, outside a glitch here or there, it was overall a very enjoyable meal - I don't normally like drinking wine, but I liked the pairings quite a bit. We sat overlooking the kitchen, but for the most part were engaged in catch-up conversation. I figure I'm probably beating a dead horse if I talk more about how good the food is, but I thought the shrimp and grits was the best I've had (though what I've had is literally limited to Sou'Wester), and everything else was very good, but not something that I will be talking about for the rest of my life. Nevertheless, it was easily the best meal I've had in Bethesda (I've been to Jaleo, Raku, Mussel Bar, and Freddy's) - thank you Jeff.
Since driving to the Metro itself is about as far away as Bethesda is, I should be trekking out there every time I return to the area, but unfortunately, my time with family is limited enough as is (and they don't quite see eating out the same way I do, and neither do my friends).
