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March 2008 - Posts
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Songkran in Chiang Mai, Thailand photo: courtesy of www.songkran.net Songkran, aka the Thai New Year, is a three-day period (April 13th–15th) that finishes one year and transitions to the next with a series of rituals and traditions. Here are a Read More...
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Dishwashing utensil in my gumbo tainted the meal. Read More...
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Preparing sushi at last year's Sakura Matsuri photo: courtesy of Japan-America Society of Washington, DC On Saturday, April 12th, as the Cherry Blossom celebrations wind to a close, the 48th Annual Sakura Matsuri Street Festival will come into bloom. Read More...
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Sure, everyone loves to hear about hot new restaurants, but equally intriguing are sleepers – those lesser-known gems that folks in-the-know like to keep to themselves in order to keep the crowds at bay. Whether it’s a cozy little corner, Read More...
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photo: Ryan Charles On Wednesday, April 2nd, more than two dozen Maison Louis Latour red and white Burgundies, along with Simmonet-Febvre sparkling wines (also from Burgundy), will be poured during a walk-around tasting event at the Park Hyatt ; there'll Read More...
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If you're dismayed that your kid prefers Cheetos over artisanal cheese, then you might want to sign up both of you for Children’s Day of Taste: From the Garden to the Table. Geared toward ages seven–13 and their adult companions, this Read More...
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The service is like a bad high school play: warm, well-meaning and completely inept. Read More...
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Dungarees are de rigueur attire for the 5th Annual Blue Jeans Ball , held on April 8th at the Marriott Wardman Park . The night won't just be about denim on the dance floor – more than 30 talented toques will be on tap to prepare their specialties Read More...
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Teatro Goldoni Chef Enzo Fargione (ex Galileo, Barolo and, most recently, Atrium in Jupiter, FL), who recently took command of Teatro Goldoni ’s kitchen, dished with Zagat Buzz about his plans. He has decided that his dishes will showcase bold flavors Read More...
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Tea sandwich trio by Michael Psilakis, chef-owner of NYC haute Greek Anthos photo: Alan "Battman" Batt View Slideshow When top toques make a sandwich, the humble meal you can hold in your hand gets dressed up with gourmet ingredients and surprising Read More...
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photo: courtesy of www.flickr.com/photos/haddencatalyst/ From March 29th–April 13th, the Cherry Blossom Festival will inspire kitchen creativity (and deals) at many DC restaurants. At Nage , cherries will be used with duck confit in an empanada, Read More...
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Indigo Landing The picturesque Indigo Landing overlooking the Potomac plans to reopen this Thursday, March 20th, just in time for diners to enjoy the cherry blossoms from its viewing deck and window seats. The Reagan National Airport–adjacent restaurant Read More...
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In the next few weeks, Oro Pomodoro, a dazzling white-marble-and-dark-wood Italian bar/lounge/restaurant, will open in April in Rockville Town Center serving of-the-moment pizzas, pastas and a wide antipasti selection including house-cured charcuterie Read More...
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Central Michel Richard photo: Mimi Le What do you think are the most intriguing new restaurants? Do you agree with Frank Bruni's list? Tell us what you think on the Zagat Discussion boards! Without a doubt, New York Times restaurant critic Frank Bruni Read More...
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Newcomer Cork will devote 12 slots on its wine list to half-bottles. A solo diner seeks a good vintage with his gourmet burger, a couple wants a white and a red to pair with different courses, two friends feel they can't possibly finish an entire Read More...
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photo: courtesy of Brian Turner In the U.S., tap water too often gets taken for granted. From March 16th–22nd, it will finally get the attention it deserves thanks to Unicef's Tap Project. Participating restaurants will ask diners to donate Read More...
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The cast of Top Chef Chicago photo: Courtesy of Bravo This Wednesday, Bravo's Top Chef returns to the airwaves for its fourth season. This time around, the action has been shot in the Windy City, where hosts Tom Colicchio , Padma Lakshmi , Gail Simmons Read More...
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photo: Michael J. Fajardo Get your green gear ready. At noon on Sunday, March 16th, DC's St. Patrick’s Day Parade rolls down Constitution Avenue from Seventh to 17th Streets NW. After the festivities, those inspired to quaff a few pints with Read More...
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I thought I was looking at an oil painting when suddenly it moved – it was my waitress. Read More...
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On March 24th, you can eat at more than 55 of the city's best restaurants without leaving the Hilton Washington . Charlie Palmer Steak , Hank's Oyster Bar , Restaurant Eve , Vidalia and many more will be showcasing their specialties at Share Our Read More...
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Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao and Senator Mitch McConnell serve their "Peach Fried Pies" in 2007; both are cooking again this year. photo: Nate Brown When you think of our nation's lawmakers, their cooking ability isn't necessarily Read More...
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photo: Paul Lansell On Sunday, March 23rd, the Easter Bunny is going to be one busy rabbit as he's hopping all over town. Here's where to catch that bouncing bundle of fur – and snag a great brunch too. Peter Rabbit will help host a sumptuous Read More...
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By Curt Gathje, ZAGAT.com staff editor Here's what you need to know about the world's most famous hotel. The Plaza's new lobby and Champagne Bar photo: Ryan Charles Back after a two-year hiatus for a top-to-toe renovation, NYC's legendary Read More...
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