Ericandblueboy Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 I've wandered thru Eden Center on my own. There are pickles and condiments in the market that I know nothing about. There are gelatinous rice treats that I dare not try. There are take-out places with lots of great smelling food that I would like better explained. I'd like a better understanding of Vietnamese food and I think Eden Center is a good place to start. I'll pay $50 per hour for a guide. I only expect 2 hrs of work at most and I'll even buy drinks at one of those bars that's cranking out music at 10 a.m. on a Sunday morning. Incidentally, I think I'd like to take this tour either Sat or Sunday morning. Looking for a guide as well as anyone else who wants to explore and help defray the cost (I can pay for the guide but you can help chip in on the food and drinks). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted March 31, 2010 Author Share Posted March 31, 2010 Actually, maybe mid-afternoon is more conducive to imbibing adult beverages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktmoomau Posted March 31, 2010 Share Posted March 31, 2010 I'd be in, with Matthew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted March 31, 2010 Author Share Posted March 31, 2010 I'd be in, with Matthew. Maybe we can find a place that serves cats or squeezel. BTW, I loved the episode of No Reservation where he goes up to the Central Highlands of Vietnam (except the part where he eats what appears to be a large cockroach). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V.H. Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 I could perhaps do this. I'm Vietnamese, speak the language, and am pretty familiar with the various food offerings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted April 1, 2010 Author Share Posted April 1, 2010 I could perhaps do this. I'm Vietnamese, speak the language, and am pretty familiar with the various food offerings. Thanks for stepping up. What's your availability the next couple of weekends? Kate: what works for you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V.H. Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 I could do something the weekend of the 17th or the weekend of the 24th. I also don't want to be paid. Somehow that seems at odds with the spirit of the D.R. community to me. Will work for food! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catharine Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 I'd be up for joining you on the 24th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V.H. Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 My company intranet is blocking the ability to reply to PM's so I'll reply here to say I'd prefer the 25th at 1pm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted April 1, 2010 Author Share Posted April 1, 2010 My company intranet is blocking the ability to reply to PM's so I'll reply here to say I'd prefer the 25th at 1pm. Great! I think we got: Sthitch Kmango KtMoomau and her man Merry Marry Me What if we meet at the Seaside Crab House...we can get a beer (or a pitcher) and some spicy softshell crabs (or whatever V.H. recommends) at a not so seedy looking place to start the tour! I'd like to do some bahn mi tastings, and whatever else you guys are interested in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toogs Posted April 1, 2010 Share Posted April 1, 2010 This is a great idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanMike Posted April 2, 2010 Share Posted April 2, 2010 I have to agree, that's a fabulous idea. I've wanted to go there so many times, and other than a few tentative forays, I'm thoroughly intimidated. Of course, I could perhaps try dragging one of my Vietnamese coworkers... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V.H. Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 Great! I think we got: Sthitch Kmango KtMoomau and her man Merry Marry Me What if we meet at the Seaside Crab House...we can get a beer (or a pitcher) and some spicy softshell crabs (or whatever V.H. recommends) at a not so seedy looking place to start the tour! I'd like to do some bahn mi tastings, and whatever else you guys are interested in. Sounds great. I've never done the tour guide thing before so please let me know what kinds of things you're interested in. In addition to the banh mi tasting mentioned above, I was thinking a stop at Thanh Son Tofu for a tofu tasting and to a couple of the delis to sample their prepared food offerings. The main problem I see us running into is that I think only one of the delis actually has anywhere for us to sit down and eat. I'll scope out the logistics before we get together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted April 5, 2010 Author Share Posted April 5, 2010 Sounds great. I've never done the tour guide thing before so please let me know what kinds of things you're interested in. In addition to the banh mi tasting mentioned above, I was thinking a stop at Thanh Son Tofu for a tofu tasting and to a couple of the delis to sample their prepared food offerings. The main problem I see us running into is that I think only one of the delis actually has anywhere for us to sit down and eat. I'll scope out the logistics before we get together. I think I'll bring a big bread knife and a cutting board so we can split things up. As for places to eat, I'm okay with sitting on the curb if it need be. The tofu tasting sounds good. I think the idea is to wonder around and we'll get whatever looks interesting to anyone in the group. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soup Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 Great! I think we got: Sthitch Kmango KtMoomau and her man Merry Marry Me What if we meet at the Seaside Crab House...we can get a beer (or a pitcher) and some spicy softshell crabs (or whatever V.H. recommends) at a not so seedy looking place to start the tour! I'd like to do some bahn mi tastings, and whatever else you guys are interested in. What a great idea!!! Is it on the 25th @ 1pm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodeats Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 If someone could confirm the time, I would love to put it on the calendar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Choirgirl21 Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 Great idea. I would love to join in, but I'm out of town that weekend. My two cents, I think the roasted pork from the grocery is not to be missed (you'll see the big side of pork hanging in the window). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted April 5, 2010 Author Share Posted April 5, 2010 I'm gonna sound like a douchebag but this event is no longer open. All invitees will receive a confirmation pm from me a week before the event. With sufficient interest, I think DR himself may lead one of these jaunts or he knows of others who would. My personal goal is to eat like it's a Bizarre Food episode and drink like it's No Reservation (which may not be your cup o' tea). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted April 5, 2010 Author Share Posted April 5, 2010 [There is no such thing as an "invitee" on this website - events are either open to everyone, or they must be organized privately.] That was poorly worded. Invitee was the wrong word, I meant attendees. This was meant for a small group and we have reached capacity based on those who first expressed interest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonRocks Posted April 5, 2010 Share Posted April 5, 2010 That was poorly worded. Invitee was the wrong word, I meant attendees. This was meant for a small group and we have reached capacity based on those who first expressed interest. [Fair enough, and after all, you were the one who dreamed this up. It's also true that you posted this in "Help Needed" and not "Events and Gatherings."] Still, I fear many might be disappointed, because this really does seem like a fine idea. If anyone else wants to do something like this, just ping me and I'll try and set something up. Cheers, Rocks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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