Ellinida

One of my favorite sushi places in town, hands down, is Kaz Sushi Bistro (I St. NW between 19th & 20th).  The decor is understated, the food is top notch.  Above all else, Chef Kaz Okochi really does focus on the quality and variety of fish he offers and the techniques used to prepare said...
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July 31, 2011: Jazz brunch at Acadiana. Three courses for $32 plus $1 bloody mary’s and mimosas. Need I say more? I started with the charbroiled oysters which were prepared with garlic butter and Parmesan cheese AND came with warm french bread to dip in the garlic butter. So . . . hard ....
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I had dinner at Standard today.  Yes, it *may* have been a bad idea to try a place with predominantly outdoor seating on such a sweltering day as today.  I figured I could sweat out the calories as I was ingesting them. (Clever, yes?)  Had I not thoroughly enjoyed my pulled pork sandwich, fried...
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Damn you, Isabella.  Damn you.  I hate to say it, but nice job with Graffiato (6th & G NW). Why do I hate to say it? I’m conflicted.  Like others, I thought you were too arrogant during your first season on Top Chef.  Then, you made me a fan when you returned to compete...
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