crackers Posted March 23, 2006 Posted March 23, 2006 This year's Rammy Nominations are: Chef of the Year Cathal Armstrong - Restaurant Eve Jonathan Krinn - 2941 Jose Andres - Jaleo, Café Atlantico, Oyamel, Zaytinya Robert Wiedmaier - Marcel's Todd Gray - Equinox Employee of the Year Abdessam (Sam) Ammani - Café Milano Anthony Hessilius - The Melting Pot DC Chris Kelley - Mie N Yu Michael Finnerty - Old Ebbitt Grill Santos Fuentes - Chef Geoff's Fine Dining Restaurant 2941 Colvin Run Tavern Equinox Maestro Restaurant Eve Hottest Bar Scene Clyde's Gallery Place Degrees - Ritz Carlton Georgetown Sonoma Restaurant & Wine Bar Tabaq Bistro Zaytinya Informal Dining Bangkok 54 Circle Bistro Indique Kaz Sushi Bistro Zaytinya Manager of the Year Christine de Clerfay - The Oceanaire Seafood Room Danny Boylen - Notti Bianche Emily Jarmuth - Mie N Yu Stefanie Cove - Red Sage Troy Bock - Sonoma Restaurant & Wine Bar Neighborhood Gathering Place Billy Martin's Tavern Bus Boys & Poets Cashion's Eat Place Chef Geoff's - New Mexico Ave Evening Star Café New Restaurant of the Year Acadiana Black Salt Hank's Oyster Bar Inde Bleu Willow Restaurant Pastry Chef of the Year Heather Chittum - Michel Richard Citronelle Huw Griffiths - The Tabard Inn Rita Garruba - Butterfield 9 Steve Klc - Café Atlantico, Jaleo, Oyamel, Zaytinya Zoe Behrens - 1789 Power Spot Bistro Bis Capital Grille Charlie Palmer Steak The Caucus Room The Prime Rib Rising Culinary Star of the Year Anthony Chittum - Notti Bianche & Dish Brendan Cox - Circle Bistro Johnny Monis - Komi Nathan Beauchamp - 1789 Santi Zabaleta - Taberna del Alabardero Wine & Beverage Program of the Year Charlie Palmer Steak Michel Richard Citronelle Restaurant Eve Taberna del Alabardero Vidalia
Camille-Beau Posted March 23, 2006 Posted March 23, 2006 Good luck to all ! Including you! Congratulations on the nominations
bookluvingbabe Posted March 23, 2006 Posted March 23, 2006 Congrats to the nominees. But I do have one question--does anyone go to Mie n Yu? That seemed odd because I never hear anything about it. Jennifer
brian Posted March 23, 2006 Posted March 23, 2006 From Sietsema's chat yesterday... Alcova Heights, Arlington, Va.: So Tom, who would be your pick for Chef of the Year?Tom Sietsema: I have the list of finalists in front of me, but I'm sworn to secrecy. Two of the candidates on the roster are certainly deserving of the honor, in my opinion. Anybody want to guess at the other three?
mxyzptlk Posted March 23, 2006 Posted March 23, 2006 Congrats to the nominees.But I do have one question--does anyone go to Mie n Yu? That seemed odd because I never hear anything about it. Likewise, I was a bit surprised that Mie n Yu was on there. I've never heard anything nice about the place, although it may very well be that I live in a vacuum.
jm chen Posted March 23, 2006 Posted March 23, 2006 Congratulations and good luck to all! Does anyone know their criteria for "new restaurant?" Feels like BlackSalt isn't all that new, and with the nominations for their chef and manager (congrats starfish!) I'd think that Notti Bianche would have been nominated in that category.
crackers Posted March 23, 2006 Author Posted March 23, 2006 Likewise, I was a bit surprised that Mie n Yu was on there. I've never heard anything nice about the place, although it may very well be that I live in a vacuum. Mie n Yu was last year's RAMMY "Favorite Restaurant" as voted on by the public. ----> *
RaisaB Posted March 23, 2006 Posted March 23, 2006 I have been to Mie N Yu a few times. It is fun. The decor is nice. The food is average, but I venture some of the restaurants some love on this board are average IMO. Their Foie Gras with Blueberries is delicious. My kids love the place. I question the nomination of one of the pastry chefs, Steve KLC. I have never tasted a dessert of his that has been outstanding. Isn't this the organization Michael Landrumm can't stand? Just curious.
MelGold Posted March 23, 2006 Posted March 23, 2006 Congratulations and good luck to all!Does anyone know their criteria for "new restaurant?" Feels like BlackSalt isn't all that new, and with the nominations for their chef and manager (congrats starfish!) I'd think that Notti Bianche would have been nominated in that category. To quote the nomination form:A restaurant that must have been opened between December 1, 2004 and December 1, 2005 and already distinguishes itself as a pacesetter in food, beverage and service. Congrats to all the nominees! [A special thanks to Chef Armstrong & Meschelle for their quick reflexes and Danny for not laughing too hard! ]
ctay122 Posted May 3, 2006 Posted May 3, 2006 Danny, Congrats on your being nominated for Manager of the Year! http://www.ramw.org/pdf/06nominee.pdf And also to your Exec Chef Anthony Chittum (Rising Culinary Star of the Year) WAY TO GO!!!
crackers Posted May 3, 2006 Author Posted May 3, 2006 bumpity uppity Danny,Congrats on your being nominated for Manager of the Year! http://www.ramw.org/pdf/06nominee.pdf
Escoffier Posted May 3, 2006 Posted May 3, 2006 But I do have one question--does anyone go to Mie n Yu? That seemed odd because I never hear anything about it.We've been once. Interesting experience (if you like sitting on pillows and trying to eat off of a serving tray sized table.ETA: strange, this echos my earlier review. I must be in a rut...a rut...a rut...a rut..
legant Posted May 4, 2006 Posted May 4, 2006 I've never heard anything nice about [... Mie n Yu], although it may very well be that I live in a vacuum. Does this count: And to be honest, Mie N Yu boasts one of the most attractive restroom areas in town, a sort of mini-harem of unisex bathrooms, each with its own full-length carved wood door around a central cluster of sinks whose faucets trickle water into barrels filled with polished river stones.
starfish Posted June 25, 2006 Posted June 25, 2006 good luck to all of the rammy nominees, but especially the ones that participate in this forum. win or lose, we'll all be "celebrating" at the after party. p.s. a word to the wise be careful where you dine tonight - many of the staff members at some restaurants will be at the marriot wardman park rather than staffing a post tonight.
Monica Bhide Posted June 26, 2006 Posted June 26, 2006 I am so sorry I missed this event tonite. Anyone have the scoop yet?
Camille-Beau Posted June 26, 2006 Posted June 26, 2006 good luck to all of the rammy nominees, but especially the ones that participate in this forum.a post tonight.Danny, congratulations on your win tonight for Manager of the Year!
Camille-Beau Posted June 26, 2006 Posted June 26, 2006 And the award goes to: Neighborhood Gathering Place: Evening Star Cafe Informal Dining Restaurant: KAZ Sushi Bistro Hottest Bar Scene: Clyde's of Gallery Place Rising Culinary Star: Johnny Monis New Restaurant: Blacksalt Pastry Chef: Zoe Behrens Wine and Beverage Program: Charlie Palmer Steak Power Spot: Capital Grille Restaurant Employee: Santos Fuentes (Chef Geoff's) Manager of the Year: Danny Boylen Fine Dining Restaurant: Maestro Chef of the Year: Jose Andres Congratulations to all the nominees and the WINNERS!
Camille-Beau Posted June 27, 2006 Posted June 27, 2006 A few photos from last night's event: Neighborhood Gathering Place winner Danny Boylen for Manager of the Year! Dana Cowin of F&W presenting Fine Dining Restaurant award to Maestro: Rockin' the house:
Michael Landrum Posted June 27, 2006 Posted June 27, 2006 Isn't this the organization Michael Landrumm can't stand? Just curious. Witness once again their failure to recognize the wine and beverage program that sets the gold and platinum standards for taste, depth, breadth, truly world-class knowledge and value in this area, let alone the only wine program hereabouts worthy of international distinction, and the man behind it. Mark, I know I'm not your type, but I've got a real Rammy for you anytime. Congratulations to all the winners
Mark Slater Posted June 27, 2006 Posted June 27, 2006 Witness once again their failure to recognize the wine and beverage program that sets the gold and platinum standards for taste, depth, breadth, truly world-class knowledge and value in this area, let alone the only wine program hereabouts worthy of international distinction, and the man behind it.Mark, I know I'm not your type, but I've got a real Rammy for you anytime. Congratulations to all the winners Thanks Michael.
Camille-Beau Posted June 27, 2006 Posted June 27, 2006 Sorry Mark -- not rubbing it in. Just wanted to give an idea of what the event was like and give a shout out to a couple of the winners.
ScotteeM Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 Sorry Mark -- not rubbing it in. Just wanted to give an idea of what the event was like and give a shout out to a couple of the winners. Thanks for sharing the pictures! And congrats to all of the winners!
starfish Posted June 29, 2006 Posted June 29, 2006 thank you to all of the people that sent me emails, pm's, and general good wishes. this is a classy bunch and i am proud to count myself as a member. as most of you suspect, sunday was big night for my staff and me. monday morning...well let's not talk about that. congratulations to all of the winners.
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now