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Tag Archives: Modern American
Convivial, Shaw
I had arrived at Convivial early – way early – thinking that I’d be able to nab a seat at the bar at 5 PM, and have a drink while waiting for the restaurant to open at 5:30. Bad assumption: … Continue reading
Posted in DC, Restaurants
Tagged Cocktails, French, Modern American, Saied Azali, Shaw, Wines
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The Dabney, Blagden Alley
I wasn’t going to write up my meal at The Dabney, because it was on October 31st, the very first night they opened for business, and I was an early customer, so that quite likely means I had both dishes … Continue reading
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Tagged Blagden Alley, Cocktails, Convention Center, Local and Seasonal, Modern American
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Restaurant Tallent, Bloomington, Indiana
I raised my glass of wine to Matt’s glass of water for a toast: “And so your culinary education by me ends here,” I said. He said, “Yeah,” and we clinked glasses. My young dining companion is no longer young, … Continue reading
Posted in Restaurants, Uncategorized
Tagged 2015 James Beard Semifinalist for Best Restaurant - Great Lakes, Bloomington, Catering, Indiana, Modern American, Pastry Chef, Private Dining During Lunch, Special Events, Wines
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Barrel and Crow, Bethesda
Fried chicken & waffles The fried chicken was the dish of the night. Truly great. Try this dish. After a long afternoon at Walter Reed, visiting a friend of Matt’s, I took some time off and went to dinner – … Continue reading
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Tagged Beers, Bethesda, Fried Chicken, Local and Seasonal, Modern American
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Sally’s Middle Name, H Street Corridor
I stopped by an empty Sally’s Middle Name at 5:30 on Monday evening, and had one of the very best meals I’ve had in a long time. First of all, it’s important to note that Sally’s Middle Name (SMN) was … Continue reading
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Tagged Cocktails, H Street Corridor, Local and Seasonal, Modern American, No Tipping
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