Category Archives: Washington

May 21, 2012
12:38 PM
by: Uhockey

Fiola, Washington DC

The Gist: http://www.fioladc.com/ The Why: Fabio Trabocchi is sort of a big deal in the Washington culinary landscape and having never had the opportunity to experience his cuisine at Maestro I was excited to hear about the soon-to-open Fiola on … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, DC, Dessert, Fiola, Food, Gnocchi, Italian, Lobster, Pork, Vacation, Washington

May 21, 2012
6:24 AM
by: Uhockey

Old Ebbitt Grill, Washington DC

The Gist: http://www.ebbitt.com/main/home.cfm?Section=Main&Category=About_the_Ebbitt The Why: I was told that you go to The Old Ebbitt Grill for the history, not for the food, and considering my proclivity for the later I’d passed on Old Ebbitt during my first visit to … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast, Coffee, DC, French Toast, Old Ebbitt Grill, Pork, Washington

May 20, 2012
11:20 AM
by: Uhockey

Birch & Barley, Washington DC

The Gist: http://birchandbarley.com/ The Why: A beer-centric gastropub with one of the best brunches in the city according to many, Birch & Barley opened just prior to my first visit to DC and although I’d wanted to go then our … Continue reading →

Posted in Birch & Barley, Breakfast, Coffee, DC, Food, French Toast, Pork, Vacation, Waffles, Washington

May 19, 2012
8:01 PM
by: Uhockey

Rogue 24, Washington DC

The Gist: Taken directly from the website because I couldn’t possibly sum it up better myself, “Rogue 24 is all about the unexpected…to wildly imaginative dishes and the theater-like setup where the kitchen acts as a culinary stage. Rogue 24 … Continue reading →

Posted in Coffee, Crab, DC, Dessert, Foie, Food, Ice Cream, Macaroon, Pork, Rogue 24, Sushi, Tasting Menu, Truffle, Vacation, Vidalia 24, Washington

May 19, 2012
2:46 PM
by: Uhockey

The Source, Washington DC

The Gist: http://www.wolfgangpuck.com/restaurants/fine-dining/3941 The Why: While many seem to enjoy criticizing Wolfgang Puck and his multitude of restaurant concepts I personally have never had a bad meal at one of his restaurants; a memorable family trip to Spago before the … Continue reading →

Posted in Coffee, Crab, DC, Dessert, Food, Pork, Tasting Menu, The Source, Vacation, Washington

May 19, 2012
10:39 AM
by: Uhockey

Ardeo and Bardeo, Washington DC

The Gist: http://ardeobardeo.com/ The Why: Another Knightsbridge property, but this one conveniently located near the National Zoo where I’d be spending the bulk of my morning, I was a bit hesitant to visit Ardeo based on my experience at Bibiana … Continue reading →

Posted in Ardeo, Bardeo, Bread Basket, Coffee, DC, Dessert, Foie, Food, French Toast, Ice Cream, Vacation, Washington

May 18, 2012
8:03 PM
by: Uhockey

Co co. Sala, Washington DC

The Gist: http://www.cocosala.com/ The Why: I was walking back to my car en route from Elisir and I’d heard good things, the weather was warm and the sidewalk had seating – who needs more reason that that for coffee and … Continue reading →

Posted in Co co. Sala, Coffee, DC, Dessert, Ice Cream, Vacation, Washington

May 18, 2012
6:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Elisir, Washington DC

The Gist: http://elisirrestaurant.com/ The Why: I missed Enzo Fargione at Teatro Goldoni during my previous visit – a tasting room that some called the best in DC – and with my Italian tooth not sated at Bibiana that afternoon plus … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Crab, DC, Elisir, Foie, Food, Gnocchi, Italian, Lobster, Pork, Truffle, Vacation, Washington

May 18, 2012
1:44 PM
by: Uhockey

Bibiana, Washington DC

The Gist: http://www.bibianadc.com/ The Why: Having been to Rasika and having considered the Oval Room (based on ulteriorepicure’s report from days later I should have gone – though much of what he received was dinner-only fare despite going at lunch) … Continue reading →

Posted in Bibiana, Bread Basket, Crab, DC, Dessert, Food, Italian, Pork, Vacation, Washington

May 18, 2012
7:36 AM
by: Uhockey

Kafe Leopold and Patisserie Poupon, Washington DC

Consider this a brief summary of two breakfasts, back to back – the first at Kafe Leopolds, the second at Patisserie Poupon – the first good and the second bordering on awful. http://www.kafeleopolds.com/ Almond Croissant with Butter and Orange Marmalade: … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast, Coffee, Croissant, DC, Dessert, Kafe Leopold, Pancakes, Patisserie Poupon, Vacation, Washington

May 17, 2012
8:17 PM
by: Uhockey

Sushi Taro, Washington DC

The Gist: http://sushitaro.com/ The Why: Steve Plotnicki loves it. RJ Cooper loves it. When palates you trust recommend a spot as “best in the city” or “best in the country” it is hard to ignore, particularly when the price is … Continue reading →

Posted in Crab, DC, Dessert, Food, Octopus, Sushi Taro, Tasting Menu, Vacation, Washington

May 17, 2012
1:28 PM
by: Uhockey

2 Amy’s, Washington DC

  The Gist: http://www.2amyspizza.com/ The Why: Lunch at Ashby Inn was at 11:00am while the Omakase at Sushi Taro was 8:00pm – clearly in need of a snack I decided on an early stop at 2Amy’s, a spot I’d unfortunately … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Amy's, DC, Dessert, Pizza, Pork, Vacation, Washington

January 3, 2012
8:18 PM
by: Uhockey

Spur Gastropub, Seattle WA

In a trip that began with a fortuitous encounter with The Coterie Room it only seemed appropriate to finish with Spur Gastropub, the Belltown flagship of Brian McCracken and Dana Tough. Praised by many and panned by few for their … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Foie, Food, Gnocchi, Ice Cream, Seattle, Spur Gastropub, Sweetbreads, Vacation, Washington

December 30, 2011
8:03 PM
by: Uhockey

The Willow’s Inn, Bellingham WA

Despite being named “one of ten restaurants worth a plane ride” by the New York Times we took a boat – a $35 round-trip-take-your-car-with-you-ferry to be precise – to visit Willow’s Inn on Lummi Island. Known to many locals and … Continue reading →

Posted in Bellingham, Bread Basket, Coffee, Dessert, Food, Seattle, Tasting Menu, The Willow's Inn, Vacation, Washington

December 29, 2011
8:16 PM
by: Uhockey

The Herbfarm, Woodinville WA

As our trip to the Pacific Northwest was a celebration of many things including my sister’s upcoming completion of her Masters of Fine Arts I wanted to do something special to celebrate – a situation perfect for a “destination meal” … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Bread Pudding, Coffee, Dessert, Ice Cream, Pork, Seattle, Tasting Menu, The Herbfarm, Truffle, Washington, Woodinville

December 29, 2011
1:20 PM
by: Uhockey

Revel, Seattle WA

With plans to visit Vancouver and Richmond in the following days and a notable agenda focusing on their oft celebrated dim sum, izakaya, and noodles scene I knew that the less adventurous half of my family would need some acclimation … Continue reading →

Posted in Crab, Croissant, Dessert, Food, Pork, Revel, Seattle, Truffle, Vacation, Washington

December 28, 2011
9:32 PM
by: Uhockey

Cascina Spinasse, Seattle WA

Leaving our pre-dinner pizza at Bar Del Corso on our second night in Seattle my dining companions, without a doubt the people who know be the best on this whole planet, questioned whether I really wanted to go for a … Continue reading →

Posted in Bread Basket, Cascina Spinasse, Foie, Food, Ice Cream, Italian, Pork, Seattle, Spinasse, Truffle, Vacation, Washington

December 28, 2011
9:09 AM
by: Uhockey

Toulouse Petit, Seattle WA

“Toulouse Petit sounds like a French Restaurant – like something out of Louisiana” said my mother. “Yeah, I think it sort of is” said I. “Why are we going to a Creole place when we’re about as far away from … Continue reading →

Posted in Breakfast, Coffee, Foie, Fonte Coffee, Food, French Toast, Ice Cream, Pork, Seattle, Toulouse Petit, Vacation, Washington

December 27, 2011
10:22 PM
by: Uhockey

The Coterie Room, Seattle WA

I can’t deal with flying if I don’t go to the gym beforehand – it is just the way I am, I simply function better after lifting or running whether it be at home or on the road. With that … Continue reading →

Posted in Dessert, Food, Ice Cream, Pork, Seattle, The Coterie Room, Truffle, Vacation, Washington

December 27, 2011
8:00 PM
by: Uhockey

Savories, Interludes, and Snacks, Seattle WA

Having visited the market and done a fair bit of exploration of the chocolates, cupcakes, donuts, and coffee in Seattle there is clearly more to life than just sugar and although there were a number of really great full-fledged meals … Continue reading →

Posted in Bar Del Corso, Bread Basket, Bread Pudding, Dessert, Food, Italian, Pizza, Pork, Salumi, Seattle, Serious Biscuit, Serious Pie, Vacation, Walrus and the Carpenter, Washington