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November 2008 - Posts
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Let us consider the turkey, that curiously hyperbolic fowl that an uncommonly large number of us will be forced to consume tomorrow. Turkey is a creature that one either loves, or doesn't love, with only a very few left sitting on the proverbial fence. Read More...
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– Food stamp usage in the U.S. is nearing an all-time high. [ Washington Post ] – How do farmers get so many turkeys ready to go for Thanksgiving? [ Slate ] – On Monday, the double cheeseburger will leave McDonald's dollar menu. Read More...
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By Jacqueline Wasilczyk, ZAGAT.com Staff Editor After five seasons of being involved with Top Chef , Lee Anne Wong shares some behind-the-scenes scoop. Lee Anne Wong Top Chef whips up drama on TV screens every Wednesday night, but there's plenty of Read More...
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Sportello photo: Mike Ritter Homemade pastas, soups and salads take center stage at Sportello , an upscale take on a funky, affordable Italian trattoria courtesy of celebrity chef Barbara Lynch ( No. 9 Park ); done up in brushed chrome and white-and-brown Read More...
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The results of our 2008 Airline Survey are in , and while there were a few positive developments, the industry as a whole is hardly flying high in the public’s eyes. First, the good news: average overall ratings – factoring in Comfort, Service Read More...
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The 9,950 surveyors who participated in Zagat's 2008 Airline Survey had plenty of gripes about air travel. Below are some of our favorite comments. (To see the results of the survey, click here .) The Rhett Butler of airlines: they just don't Read More...
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– Campbell soup is so over MSG. [ Chicago Tribune ] – Starbucks lost a laptop with 97,000 employees' names, addresses and social security numbers. [ Starbucks Gossip ] – Was the head of New York's State Liquor Authority pressured Read More...
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Had I known the lobster cost $300, I would have brought it home and kept it as a pet. Read More...
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Persephone Photo: Mike Ritter Traditionally a stressful shopping day for most of us, the day after Thanksgiving should be more palatable this year thanks to Persephone 's Black Friday Dinner. Chef-owner Michael Leviton is going all out to get into Read More...
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– A 2.15-pound truffle is having a terrible time selling in New York. [ Gothamist ] – Beaujolais' big days are behind it. [ WSJ ] – Massachusetts' wine shipping laws have been thrown out. [ Bostonist ] – The feud between Read More...
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Tony Maws, the award-wining chef who earned national kudos for his peasant French fare, has updated, expanded and relocated Craigie Street Bistrot to Central Square in Cambridge. Now called Craigie on Main , the new space boasts an open kitchen (featuring Read More...
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Can't get enough of Top Chef ? You're not alone. Each Thursday, it seems that food sites on the Internet stop to take a collective look at what went down on the chopping block the night before. So if you're looking to kill some time reading Read More...
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Zagat's new iPhone application Starting today, iPhone and iPod Touch owners will have one more reason to obsess over their favorite gadgets. Available now in the iTunes App Store for the bargain price of $9.99, ZAGAT TO GO '09 gives you access Read More...
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– The definition of organic milk in the U.S. may soon be finalized. [ USA Today ] – In defense of disliking dishes. [ MenuPages ] – PETA, which really doesn't like Thanksgiving, has pulled up some very disturbing turkey videos. [ Read More...
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The modern Italian yearling Da Vinci has instituted a prix fixe to lure out diners earlier in the week. For $29 on Mondays and Tuesdays, diners can enjoy a three-course dinner including the restaurant's handmade pastas. Recent menus have included Read More...
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– The New Yorker's annual food issue is out and chock full of interesting reads. [ New Yorker ] – Spam? The beloved canned meat product is gunning for a comeback. [ NYT ] – Business lunches ain't exactly what they used to be. Read More...
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Chocolate Bar at Café Fleuri Photo: Courtesy of Café Fleuri Chocoholics, prepare to fall off the wagon at Café Fleuri 's annual Chocolate Bar. The all-you-can-eat buffet, with 125 different cocoa-based confections, happens every Read More...
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– Milk-based products from China have been blocked by the FDA for fear of contamination. [ NYT , WSJ ] – When you eat fast food you are mostly eating... corn. [ Time ] – At least one blogger is done with pandering to the Internet's Read More...
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Fireplace Photo: Courtesy of Fireplace Now that temperatures are beginning to drop, dining and drinking by the fire becomes a welcome option. Every other Saturday, Fireplace holds its fireside chat series, in which farmers, vintners and master brewers Read More...
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Last night the fifth season of Top Chef premiered on Bravo and the Internet is already full of recaps and discussion of what went down in the kitchen. Here's just a quick sampling of the Top Chef talk going around this morning: – Lots of folks Read More...
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– Bake sales ain't what they used to be in California. [ NYT ] – Less-than-perfect-looking fruit are expected to be allowed back in the EU. [ Independent ] – The U.N. is warning that a serious food shortage in Gaza is two days away. Read More...
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BostonChefs.com will host its fifth annual Flavors of Fall benefit at the Charles Hotel’s Regattabar on November 17th. Guests at the event, which supports the local charity CitySprouts , will enjoy bites from some of Cambridge's and Somerville’s Read More...
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The beginning of the workweek can be brutal, as you struggle to recover from weekend fun and try to get organized for tasks in the pipeline. After a long day at the office, you may not be in the mood to do any cooking, and these two events offer Monday Read More...
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Circle photo: Mike Ritter The South End space that housed the iconic Bob’s Southern Bistro has reopened as Circle , a midpriced arrival serving small and full-sized plates of contemporary French fare; its brick-walled setting remains cozy but has Read More...
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– It isn't just the cereal boxes. Food packages across the board are shrinking. [ LAT ] – Nutritional labels are coming to Philadelphia's chain menus. [ Inquirer ] – A Q&A with Eric Ripert . [ Gothamist ] – Beer sales Read More...
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– Steep food price increases are likely on the way. [ Reuters ] – Meanwhile, food banks in some areas are already in dire need of donations. [ Boston ] – David Chang is at it again: a Momofuku Milk Bar is coming. [ Eater ] – Making Read More...
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Aujourd'*** Photo: Courtesy of Aujourd'*** For many diners, a visit to the Four Seasons ’ pricey Aujourd'*** is reserved for the most special of occasions. But it doesn't have to be that way. The restaurant has recently introduced Read More...
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With the economy still uncertain, what is the foodie in search of a deal to do? Turn to OpenTable , it seems. The online reservation site (and Zagat partner) has teamed up with area restaurants to launch its " Appetite Stimulus Plan " from Monday, Read More...
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On Sunday, November 9th, a few days before Veterans Day, McCormick & Schmick’s will honor those who have served our country by serving them a free lunch or dinner entree, ordered from a special menu, as well as a complimentary soft beverage. Read More...
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By Jacqueline Wasilczyk, ZAGAT.com staff editor With increased funding and star chef support, Timothy Hollingsworth has high hopes for the Lyon competition. The Bocuse d'Or trophy, modeled after founder Paul Bocuse Photo: courtesy of Bocuse d'Or Read More...
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– Five restaurateurs were elected to congress yesterday. [ NRN ] – Meanwhile, California's farm animal treatment proposition passed handily. [ LAT ] – A tough economy is a boon for budget beers. [ AdAge ] – Anecdotally, Barack Read More...
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Langham's brunch will feature over 50 dishes, including turkey and a number of sides. Photo: Ion Sokhos For a holiday, Thanksgiving can sure feel like a lot of work. Want to skip the shopping, cooking and cleaning this year? Then make a dinner reservation Read More...
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Olivadi Photo: Courtesy of Olivadi Regional Italian classics with contemporary twists make up the midpriced menu at Olivadi , a classy addition to the suburban dining scene in Norwood Center; wood and tile floors, sun-colored walls and exposed brick impart Read More...
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photo: Tony Miller Today is Election Day in America. And if you haven't already cast your ballot, we just wanted to add to the chorus reminding you of the importance of letting your voice be heard. (Not sure if you'll have time? Here is a list Read More...
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Estragon Photo: Mike Ritter Authentic, moderately priced tapas are served at Estragon, a new South End Spanish from the owner of Brookline’s Taberna de Haro ; its sleek and sexy art deco inspired setting features a small lounge area with antique Read More...
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– Learn how they stuff in all those sponsorships into Top Chef . [ AdAge ] – From the silver linings department: Will a recession mean more affordable wine lists? [ Slate ] – Here are some sweet ideas for those wondering what to do with Read More...
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