Taper Madness

T. Musacchio · Joined: 24 Jun 2005 Posts: 879 Location: The U.S. of A.

I can't have a Weber, living in the city with no balcony/deck/yard space, as I've whined about before.

But, on the other hand, I can go out to eat. I do that a lot.

My new obsession is trying to go to all of these 50 restaurants:
http://dinersjournal.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/06/03/sam-siftons-50-current-favorite-new-york-restaurants/

I'm about 9 in, and so far I have to say that I'm underwhelmed. The best meal I've had was when my college roommate took me to Le Bernardin - completely phenomenal, but also cost (her) something like half of my monthly rent. The second best meal I've had was Turkish kebabs at Bereket. Then again, I'm so far from being a foodie, it's not even funny. The reason I eat out so much is because I hate cooking. Really and truly hate it.

Anyone else go out to eat lately, anywhere good?
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kent · Posted: Sat Jul 31, 2010 12:04 am Post subject:

Friday night dinner out is pretty much a given, mostly because it's the end of the week and neither of has the energy to cook. Saturday and Sunday could be stay-at-home-and-grill dinners or going out; no real pattern. We have an abundance of incredible restaurants here and almost no family style chains so dinging out is usually a great experience.

Your comment about La Bernardin reminds me of the best meal I ever had. The main dish was a brick chicken. It was incredible. The skin was crunchy and the meat was moist and tender. And with every chew the chicken release more new flavor. I wish I could remember the name of the restaurant. All I remember is that it was in Boston, down a narrow street/alley, and it seemed like one of those 80 year old restaurants with lots of dark wood and burgundy velvet chairs. I do remember that the chef was a woman. Next trip to Boston I'll definitely try to find the place again. Oh, and I had Coldstone Creamery for dessert, can't beat that!
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dcarson · Joined: 13 Jul 2005 Posts: 2428 Location: Minneapolis, MN

Pretty much every weekend we hit the local bar. It is so redneck, but the burgers are so good. We are afraid to try a burger anywhere else, because we don't want to be disappointed.

During the week, we sustain mostly on cold cereal. Mainly, because I don't like to cook. Plus, we don't like to eat too late.

My favorite place to eat in NYC, this time around, was Rino Trattoria. Sadly it didn't make the top 50 list.
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no twitch muscles · Joined: 02 Sep 2005 Posts: 2563 Location: Tennessee

Tonight was rock shrimp, seared scallops and tempura halibut on rice noodles at my favorite chattanooga restaurant, 212 Market.
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JonD · Posted: Sat Jul 31, 2010 4:50 am Post subject:

Soooooo...anyone feast on a platter full o' haggis, lately? Fess up.
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T. Musacchio · Joined: 24 Jun 2005 Posts: 879 Location: The U.S. of A.

JonD · Posted: Sat Jul 31, 2010 4:50 pm Post subject:

I find pâtés interesting. I love to sample the varieties offered throughout Europe.

Have you ever indulged in that classic food/wine pairing of foie gras (any liver pâté) on fresh raisin bread with a chilled Sauterne? It really is a magical pairing (like Stilton/apple/Port).
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2Ls · Joined: 23 Jun 2005 Posts: 3037 Location: Orlando FL

T. Musacchio · Joined: 24 Jun 2005 Posts: 879 Location: The U.S. of A.

JonD · Posted: Sat Jul 31, 2010 10:40 pm Post subject:

T. Musacchio · Joined: 24 Jun 2005 Posts: 879 Location: The U.S. of A.

tom · Joined: 25 Apr 2006 Posts: 2027 Location: Northwest Indiana

Alison and I had a wonderful meal with excellent service at Cacio e Vino while in New York City in May.

The restaurant offers Sicilian style Italian food and pizza prepared in a wood burning oven. I don't typically order pizza when good pasta dishes are available, but I fell in love with this style of pizza while living in Germany and don't get many chances to enjoy it these days. I loved my pizza with ham and mushrooms and it was absolutely delicious. Alison had a simple pasta dish with tomato and olive oil and raved about it the entire meal.

I had two wonderful bottles of a Sicilian lager that I had never heard of (suggested by the waitress) and Alison had a glass of wine. With a generous tip, our bill was $60 and well worth every penny. It was a great experience and I would definitely go back the next time I'm in NYC.

kent · Posted: Thu Aug 05, 2010 5:54 pm Post subject: