Heather Posted February 27, 2007 Share Posted February 27, 2007 Husband's business trip got cancelled so I am IN for Etete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escoffier Posted February 27, 2007 Share Posted February 27, 2007 DanielK and I are arranging a $20 dollar dinner in the private room at China Bistro in Rockville on Wednesday, March 21st at 7:30 PM.Can I leave a definite maybe for Grover and me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 The calendar still says Time TBA for the Etete dinner. The reservation is at 6:30 PM. (Daniel, 6:45 is cool. We'll save you a seat ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 The calendar still says Time TBA for the Etete dinner. The reservation is at 6:30 PM. (Daniel, 6:45 is cool. We'll save you a seat ) Don't eat all the kitfo before I get there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 Don't eat all the kitfo before I get there!I doubt of we'll be organized enough to get our drink order in by then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 2, 2007 Share Posted March 2, 2007 Updated list. We are up to 16: Etete, U St, Tuesday March 6, 6:30 PM Homestyle Ethiopian in the heart of "Little Ethiopia" Heather crackers Jacques Gastreaux DanielK ustreetguy bilrus Tweaked Scott Johnston cucas87 MBK +1 catherine rkduggins RaisaB +1 La Shanta Please remember to bring cash to pay for dinner. Small bills greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waitman Posted March 2, 2007 Share Posted March 2, 2007 Don't forget to drop by Grape Legs for a speed tasting and a bottle to take home while you're down there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 2, 2007 Share Posted March 2, 2007 Don't forget to drop by Grape Legs for a speed tasting and a bottle to take home while you're down there.Thank you for the reminder. It has been suggested that since we are such a large group that we arrange a menu with the restaurant. How would everyone feel about that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdt Posted March 2, 2007 Share Posted March 2, 2007 Thank you for the reminder. It has been suggested that since we are such a large group that we arrange a menu with the restaurant. How would everyone feel about that? Or you could to 2 or 3 smaller tables and just order from the menu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 2, 2007 Share Posted March 2, 2007 Or you could to 2 or 3 smaller tables and just order from the menu.I told the woman I spoke to this afternoon that we don't need a table to accomodate everyone. She seemed relieved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted March 2, 2007 Share Posted March 2, 2007 It has been suggested that since we are such a large group that we arrange a menu with the restaurant. How would everyone feel about that? As long as we get input, this makes sense to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cucas87 Posted March 4, 2007 Share Posted March 4, 2007 I'm sorry to say Scott Johnston and I will not be able to make it to Etete on Tuesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Etete, U St, Tuesday March 6, 6:30 PM Homestyle Ethiopian in the heart of "Little Ethiopia" Heather crackers DanielK ustreetguy bilrus Tweaked MBK catherine rkduggins RaisaB +1 Please remember to bring cash to pay for dinner. Small bills greatly appreciated. I made the executive decision that we will just be ordering from the menu instead if getting something preset. Edited to reflect new numbers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaShanta Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 Etete, U St, Tuesday March 6, 6:30 PMHomestyle Ethiopian in the heart of "Little Ethiopia" Heather crackers DanielK ustreetguy bilrus Tweaked MBK +1 catherine rkduggins RaisaB +1 La Shanta Please remember to bring cash to pay for dinner. Small bills greatly appreciated. I made the executive decision that we will just be ordering from the menu instead if getting something preset. I just found out that I have to head to NY for work tomorrow. I am unlikely to be back in time for dinner. I am sooo sorry guys. Anybody want my spot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Johnston Posted March 5, 2007 Share Posted March 5, 2007 To date we have 8 positives and 4 maybes. Lots of room, I hope others will join us! Tired of the cold and snow???? Want to take a comfort food break????DanielK and I are arranging a $20 dollar dinner in the private room at China Bistro in Rockville on Wednesday, March 21st at 7:30 PM. China Bistro specializes in homemade dumplings and some great chinese side dishes This dinner should run no more than $14-$17 dollars including tip, tax, and food. Drinks, including bubble tea are extra (water and hot tea will be included). I am happy to provide round trip transportation to the Rockville Metro. We can accommodate up to 16 people. This is a great event for newbes and lurkers! Vegetable Dumplings and Vegetable Triple Dumplings with chive, egg, and bean curd. Lots of seafood, beef, and pork options too. China Bistro 700 Hungerford Drive Rockville, MD 20850 301-294-0808 Here is the China Bistro thread: http://www.donrockwell.com/index.php?showt...hl=china+bistro PM DanielK or I, or leave a message on the board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 Etete, U St, Tuesday March 6, 6:30 PM Homestyle Ethiopian in the heart of "Little Ethiopia" Heather crackers DanielK ustreetguy bilrus Tweaked MBK catherine rkduggins RaisaB +1 LydiaR Please remember to bring cash to pay for dinner. Small bills greatly appreciated. I made the executive decision that we will just be ordering from the menu instead if getting something preset. We have space for a couple more people, so PM if you'd like to join us. See you tonight! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 I'll be stopping by Grapelegs, probably around 5:45pm, if anyone would like to join me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweaked Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 where and what is Grapelegs...If I can ditch out of work on time, I was planning on getting to etete a little early for a pre feast drink (or two) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 Grape Legs thread here. Waitman also talks it up here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweaked Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 most interesting...if I am running on time I'll swing by, if not I'll just head to Etete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 6, 2007 Share Posted March 6, 2007 Cool beans. I'm planning to be at Etete a little early. Most of you know me, but just in case - I've got curly auburn hair and I'm wearing a black turtleneck, jeans and Doc Martens tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 7, 2007 Share Posted March 7, 2007 That was great! Thanks to every one who showed up. Let's do it again sometime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
synaesthesia Posted March 7, 2007 Share Posted March 7, 2007 I'm going to throw out Teddy's Roti Shop out for next Tuesday, Mar. 13. More of a reconnaisance trip than anything else, since it is so close to a number of other events. I love me some roti. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Escoffier Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 After our dinner with an Indian friend the other night, I'm thinking about dinner at an Indian restaurant in Vienna. Nothing specific as of yet, just want to gauge interest beforehand. This would probably be in April so it's a bit down the road, but if you are interested, PM me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Johnston Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 Still plenty of room! Join DanielK, Cucas07, Xcanuck, and others for a Dumpling Fest! DanielK and I are arranging a $20 dollar dinner in the private room at China Bistro in Rockville on Wednesday, March 21st at 7:30 PM. China Bistro specializes in homemade dumplings and some great chinese side dishes This dinner should run no more than $14-$17 dollars including tip, tax, and food. Drinks, including bubble tea are extra (water and hot tea will be included). I am happy to provide round trip transportation to the Rockville Metro. We can accommodate up to 16 people. This is a great event for newbes and lurkers!Vegetable Dumplings and Vegetable Triple Dumplings with chive, egg, and bean curd. Lots of seafood, beef, and pork options too. China Bistro 700 Hungerford Drive Rockville, MD 20850 301-294-0808 Here is the China Bistro thread: http://www.donrockwell.com/index.php?showt...hl=china+bistro PM DanielK or I, or leave a message on the board. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackers Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 Our next $20 Tuesday will be this Thursday, March 15, 7:00 pm at Los Tios Grill, 2613 Mt. Vernon Ave. in the Del Ray section of Alexandria. We will be ordering off the menu, so bring cash and a good appetite! Here's the current roster: crackers mdt Capital Icebox +1 cucas87 +1 mktye +1 Catherine porcupine +1 ol ironstomach PM me if your plans change. If you'd like to join us, just post or send me a PM - we do have room at the table. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdt Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 I think there was some interest up thread so I am going to put out a $20 Tuesday event at China Star in Fairfax on Wednesday April 4th say 7pm. I mentioned it at book club last night so we have a short list right now. Who else is interested? mdt crackers jacques gastreaux catherine +1 mktye +1 capital icebox +1 Scott Johnston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 I like to propose an outing to Sabang, an Indonesian restaurant in Wheaton, which is mentioned in the very first post on this thread but was never scheduled. Tuesday April 24th at 7pm. The rijstaffel is out of the $20 Tuesday price range, but if we get enough people together we could create our own from the menu. Please post here or PM if you're interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackers Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 And to add to the joy...on April 12 (Thursday), some of us are headed to Thai Square, the very best Thai food you will find in the area. I was there on Saturday to check things out - veeery tasty! Update: There are just a few seats still available for this one, so PM me if you're interested, need a ride, have questions, etc. The 16Y bus from DC will get you very close. I encourage those who have never come to an event/gathering to sign up for one or all of these casual mid-week dinners! I am holding open a couple of seats at Thai Square just for you! There will be a waiting list of sorts, as these lists tend to change quite a bit from start to finish. To recap: China Star on April 4. (mdt) Thai Square on April 12. (crackers) Sabang on April 24. (Heather) Thai Square: crackers mdt mbk catherine +1 mktye + rktye jacques gastreaux natharobed capital icebox +1 cucas87 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mktye Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Please put me down for two for the China Star & Thai Square dinners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 I am changing the time for Sabang to Tuesday April 24th at 7:30pm, so tht we can get a babysitter. Yes, you'll see both Shorters at a DR.com $20 Tuesday for the first time ever. Woo. So far it's: Heather sshorter MBK DanielK (+1?) crackers xcanuck +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackers Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 I am changing the time for Sabang to Tuesday April 24th at 7:30pm, so tht we can get a babysitter. Yes, you'll see both Shorters at a DR.com $20 Tuesday for the first time ever. Woo.So far it's: Heather sshorter MBK DanielK (+1?) I'm looking forward to this! Plus, according to Yahoo Maps, it's only 7 minutes' drive from Ray's the Bar. Just sayin'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Johnston Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Please put my name with this esteemed group I think there was some interest up thread so I am going to put out a $20 Tuesday event at China Star in Fairfax on Wednesday April 4th say 7pm.I mentioned it at book club last night so we have a short list right now. Who else is interested? mdt crackers jacques gastreaux Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capital Icebox Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 Please put me down for China Star on the 4th and Thai Square on the 12th, +1 if possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcanuck Posted March 15, 2007 Share Posted March 15, 2007 I'm looking forward to this! Plus, according to Yahoo Maps, it's only 7 minutes' drive from Ray's the Bar. Just sayin'.Sold!! Add me +1 for dinner at Sabang. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackers Posted March 15, 2007 Share Posted March 15, 2007 A last minute reminder that we will be enjoying some fine Mexican and Salvadorian food at Los Tios Grill, 2613 Mt. Vernon Ave. in the Del Ray section of Alexandria tonight at 7:00pm. We have had some cancellations, so if you'd like to join us, please PM or email me before 3:00 pm. so I can notify the restaurant to adjust the reservation. Here's the current roster: crackers mdt +1 cucas87 mktye +1 Catherine porcupine +1 ol ironstomach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdt Posted March 15, 2007 Share Posted March 15, 2007 A last minute reminder that we will be enjoying some fine Mexican and Salvadorian food at Los Tios Grill, 2613 Mt. Vernon Ave. in the Del Ray section of Alexandria tonight at 7:00pm. We have had some cancellations, so if you'd like to join us, please PM or email me before 3:00 pm. so I can notify the restaurant to adjust the reservation. Here's the current roster:crackers mdt Capital Icebox +1 cucas87 mktye +1 Catherine porcupine +1 ol ironstomach I am adding a +1, but will be 20 minutes late. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cucas87 Posted March 15, 2007 Share Posted March 15, 2007 I am not going to be able to make it to Los Tios tonight, I hope it's a great dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 15, 2007 Share Posted March 15, 2007 Sabang, April 24th, 7:30pm Heather sshorter MBK DanielK (+1?) crackers xcanuck +1 ustreetguy We are going out of town tomorrow until 3/27, and will not be checking email very often, if at all, so PMs to be added to the list while I'm away will not be answered in a timely manner. This is a pretty sizable place, so I assume a dozen or so of us will not be a problem. I'll be calling to make a reservation once we get back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted March 15, 2007 Share Posted March 15, 2007 DanielK has graciously offered to update the Sabang list while I'm gone, so please PM him if you'd like to be added. Thanks Dan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eating out Posted March 16, 2007 Share Posted March 16, 2007 Still plenty of room!Join DanielK, Cucas07, Xcanuck, and others for a Dumpling Fest! Just realized this is a Wednesday night outing, and I have class Argh, I'm really sorry to miss this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ol_ironstomach Posted March 16, 2007 Share Posted March 16, 2007 Just realized this is a Wednesday night outing, and I have class Argh, I'm really sorry to miss this one. By contrast, I often hear that I have no class, and would therefore love to join the China Bistro expedition next Wednesday. Bring on Rockville's Little Dumplings! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkduggins Posted March 18, 2007 Share Posted March 18, 2007 Wednesday, you say! I can make China Bistro on the 21st, if there are spaces still open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Johnston Posted March 18, 2007 Share Posted March 18, 2007 At this point we are fine on room (that means please come). I have a partial list here of people (16 in total). DanielK Scott Johnston Cucas07 Xcanuck +1 Smokey Escoffier Grover Stephenb Purplesachi politburo Old Ironstomach RKDuggins and a couple of others Let me know if you can not come, we still can fit a few more. Scott Wednesday, you say! I can make China Bistro on the 21st, if there are spaces still open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Johnston Posted March 21, 2007 Share Posted March 21, 2007 It's a great day for Dumplings! Still some room for tonight at China Bistro in Rockville at 7:30 PM. PM me if you are intrested, we can provide rides to/from Rockville Metro as well. DanielK Scott Johnston Cucas07 Xcanuck +1 Stephenb Purplesachi politburo Old Ironstomach RKDuggins HM212 NCPinDC Jparrott and a couple of others Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eating out Posted March 21, 2007 Share Posted March 21, 2007 It's a great day for Dumplings!Still some room for tonight at China Bistro in Rockville at 7:30 PM. PM me if you are intrested, we can provide rides to/from Rockville Metro as well. DanielK Scott Johnston Cucas07 Xcanuck +1 Stephenb Purplesachi politburo Old Ironstomach RKDuggins HM212 NCPinDC Jparrott and a couple of others I'm still so disappointed to be missing this - will you guys be sure to post thorough reviews pretty please? I'll have to try and replicate it on my own sometime... enjoy, it definitely is a perfect day for dumplings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jparrott Posted March 21, 2007 Share Posted March 21, 2007 Anyplace nearby to grab a few pints beforehand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPW Posted March 21, 2007 Share Posted March 21, 2007 Anyplace nearby to grab a few pints beforehand?Depends on your definition of "decent".Best places to find a beer around there are further south down Rockville Pike -- Timpano's or the PGA Tour Grill. Better yet stop by the venerable Hank Dietel's Tavern next to Addie's. But there is absolutely not one good bar that I can think of in Rockville. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted March 21, 2007 Share Posted March 21, 2007 Depends on your definition of "decent".Best places to find a beer around there are further south down Rockville Pike -- Timpano's or the PGA Tour Grill. Better yet stop by the venerable Hank Dietel's Tavern next to Addie's. But there is absolutely not one good bar that I can think of in Rockville. Tower Oaks Lodge (part of the Clyde's empire) on Wooton Parkway is actually a pretty nice place to grab a drink - especially the back room bar, which is always far less crowded than the front bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcanuck Posted March 21, 2007 Share Posted March 21, 2007 Well, Hooters is only a couple of miles away. Cheap Miller Light, scrawny chicken wings, pneumatic ladies in "athletic wear". Of course, MY idea of decent is different from JPW's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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