Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Great German in Hagerstown

www.schmankerlstube.com

Thursday, December 25, 2008

Great Pre Fixe in DC: Obelisk

Obelisk

2029 P St. NW
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-872-1180

Cuisines:
Italian

Good fine dining choice in DC: Equinox

http://www.equinoxrestaurant.com/

You just can't go wrong with this place. Just attended a multi-course with wine pairing. It was a good value with them charging a typical pre fixe price, but including the pairing. Other places can add much more for the pairing. I have been a dozen times, and always enjoy it. If you are there for lunch, or are brave enough to order off the menu, try the mac and cheese (truffles).

Lao Sze Chaun

http://www.laoszechuan.com/

Chicago's Chinatown. VERY traditional. If you are tired of americanized Chinese food then give this a try.

Amish Food, comfort food, and B&Bs in PA

This place was great. It is the real deal. Buffet or a la carte. Try some of the smoked meats. Make sure it is open. Closed during winter.

http://www.stoltzfusmeats.com/stoltzfus_farm_restaurant.php

Two B&Bs in Lititz:
www.aldenhouse.com
www.speedwellforge.com (this one is next door to a wolf preserve with tours on weekends).

This is further away from the heart of Amish country (an hour away!), but resembles Cracker Barrel on steroids. Lots of big buses, but food and service are great if you feel like having comfort food. There is even a Best Western named after it. Strictly if you are in the mood.
www.countrycupboardinc.com


Saturday, December 6, 2008

Two good Thai

http://www.menupages.com/restaurantdetails.asp?neighborhoodid=0&restaurantid=3892

Wondee Siam ($$)
Thai Restaurant
Thai

792 9th Ave, New York 10019
Btwn 52nd & 53rd St

http://www.seeda2.com/

Seeda II
309 W. 50th St
Between 8th and 9th Ave.

B Smith

http://www.bsmith.com/restaurant_ny_home.php