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December 2008 - Posts
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The Buzz is on break until the new year. Chicago deep-dish pizza photo: Emily Capo From the historic U.S. election to the roller-coaster world economy, calorie counts to baconnaise , 2008 has been a tumultuous year. Here’s a look at some of the Read More...
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The Buzz is on break until the new year. – An avocado shortage, possibly the biggest in 20 years, is looming this spring. [ LAT ] – Prosecco is very popular these days. But without a defined region, like champagne has, everybody is making Read More...
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photo: Lalofont Dear Readers, Zagat Buzz is on break until January 5th, 2009, when we’ll be back with all the latest news and openings. Until then, we'd would like to wish you and yours happy holidays and a healthy, safe new year! In the meantime, Read More...
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– Even restaurateurs have gotten wrapped up in the Madoff mess. [ LAT ] – Starbucks lost its first round in court against a trio of baristas who wanted to start a union. [ NYT ] – Most celebrity chefs don't really cook in their restaurants. Read More...
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photo: DennisInAmsterdam Come January 20th, all eyes will be on Washington, DC, where the historic inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama will take place. The festivities crank into gear January 16th and run through Inauguration Day, culminating Read More...
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You can now write restaurant reviews from your phone. Voting on Zagat Survey just got a whole lot easier. Because now, instead of waiting to get home to give your opinion of the latest hot spot, you can reach into your pocket, pull out your phone and Read More...
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On a burgeoning Restaurant Row in Hyattsville’s University Town Center, Geoff Tracy ( Chef Geoff’s , LIA'S ) has opened Hank’s Tavern & Eats, an all-purpose, midpriced American serving interesting twists on bar food classics, Read More...
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– In bad times, more and more people want to be chefs. [ Globe and Mail ] – Which is nice, since the National Restaurant Association is predicting a challenging coming year. [ NRN ] – The poor of Milan are going to be eating Beluga caviar Read More...
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All they have is the view, and you can walk outside and have that for free. Read More...
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photo: Courtesy of Manny's Inauguration excitement is stirring up themed food and drinks inspired by President-elect Obama and his culinary roots. At Fyve in the Ritz-Carlton Pentagon City , DC will get a taste of Hawaii (poke, macadamia-crusted mahi-mahi) Read More...
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– Philly's food chains are going to have to start posting their calorie info. [ Inquirer ] – Sparks, RIP. [ AP ] – Houston's is slowly rebranding itself as Hillstone. [ Eater ] – But that doesn't mean it probably won't Read More...
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Martha and Padma judging the Quickfire. photo: Courtesy of Bravo Each Thursday the Internet's food sites produce countless recaps and commentary on the previous night's episode of Top Chef . Here are just a few of them: – Christmas, really? Read More...
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After wowing scenesters in Paris , London , New York City and other locales, Buddha Bar, the übertrendy Asian restaurant and nightspot, is coming to this neck of the woods. It’s slated to set up its oversized black lacquer Buddha in a new high-ceilinged, Read More...
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– Dairy Queen is launching its own video game, DQ Tycoon. [ NRN ] – On second thought, last call after the inauguration in DC will be 4 AM, not 5 AM. [ Washington Post ] – G. Franco Romagnoli, who helped bring Italian food to America, Read More...
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When the Ali family ( Ben’s Chili Bowl ) opens the eagerly anticipated Next Door, possibly by the end of this year, there will be some surprises. True to its name, the new bar/lounge/restaurant resides adjacent to the U Street Corridor icon, in Read More...
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Temple Lounge photo: Courtesy of Temple Lounge After the kitchen closes at Temple Lounge , this Arlington paean to all things Pan-Asian transforms into a shrine to nightlife; the tables are magically whisked away and a DJ plays to a congregation of mostly Read More...
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Tangysweet’s slightly sour, slightly sweet frozen yogurt has enslaved local taste buds at its stunningly modern Dupont Circle storefront (2029 P St. NW; 202-822-2066), and later this week it will open a second outlet in the Penn Quarter (202-347-6893) Read More...
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With holiday parties being canceled left and right, lots of restaurants are trying to figure out ways to make up for lost revenue. And one way they're doing it is with New Year's Eve dinners, where attendees can say a grand goodbye to 2008 and Read More...
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– To try and balance their books, more and more restaurants are staying open on Christmas. [ NRN ] – The FTC is still going after Whole Foods. [ NYT ] – New York State may soon be adding taxes on sugary soft drinks. [ NYT ] – The Read More...
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photo: Rob and Lisa Meehan From tony Christmas Eve prix fixes to restaurants open on Christmas Day, here are some options for memorable holiday dining. Open on Christmas Eve Oceanaire : The swank Downtown seafooder will showcase sustainable fare with Read More...
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– Restaurants are dropping employees just like every other industry these days. [ WSJ ] – Demand for organic foods seems to be declining. [ Accidental Hedonist ] – Tom Colicchio and his restaurants are being sued for back tips. [ City Read More...
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The Top Chef judges deliberate. photo: Courtesy of Bravo Each Thursday the Internet's food sites produce countless recaps and commentary on the previous night's episode of Top Chef . Here are just a few of them: – "You knew the guy Read More...
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Hook photo: Courtesy of Mary Clayton Carl Looking for a quick and delicious midday meal that won’t break the bank? Belly up to the bar at these top restaurants for bargain dining. Hook 3241 M St., NW; 202-625-4488; Reserve Online Join friends at Read More...
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Luigino photo: Courtesy of Luigino Before it closes its doors permanently on January 5th, 2009, Downtown Italian staple Luigino will celebrate its 17-year-long run with a buffet and wine tasting on December 20th. Chef-owner Carmine Marzano, who’s Read More...
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– Italy is bailing out its parmigiano makers by buying 100,000 wheels of cheese. [ WSJ ] – Japan is slow to embrace the local food movement. [ AP ] – One all-you-can-eat restaurant is charging diners for food they don't finish. [ Read More...
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Taberna del Alabardero photo: Courtesy of Taberna del Alabardero If vacationing in another country seems like an impossibility given these tough economic times, why not try a foodie staycation instead? Forget the luggage and passport – there are Read More...
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If you’re the kind of person who looks at pastry and pots of sugary icing as bricks and mortar, from now until December 24th bring your gingerbread-house masterpiece to Poste , where it will remain on display for judging by the restaurant’s Read More...
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– The closing of a single sauerkraut plant can have ripples all over. [ NYT ] – Cheap and high in fat, haggis is gaining popularity in England these days. [ Independent ] – Philadelphia is cracking down on unlicensed bars. [ Inquirer Read More...
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Michael Mina When brand-name chef-restaurateur Michael Mina opens Bourbon Steak in Georgetown's Four Seasons on December 19th, power players and sybarites will find a sophisticated, contemporary setting in which to lap up butter-poached, wood-grilled Read More...
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Menu is epic, but like a bad '50s Bible picture. Read More...
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Savino Racine Savino Racine ( Primi Piatti ) has been leading a double life. Not only is he a restaurateur – he's a prestidigitator as well. A what? A magician. And now that the word is out, Racine is conjuring up a special night at his Rockville Read More...
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– California is in danger of running out of money for school meals. [ LAT ] – A number of foodies want Obama to name his Secretary of Agriculture posthaste. [ Diner's Journal ] – Starbucks, trying to stop its bleeding, is making Read More...
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The Liberty Tavern photo: courtesy of The Liberty Tavern Inspired by the traditional Italian Christmas Eve dinner, the Feast of the Seven Fishes , two Virginia restaurants are offering special seafood menus this holiday season. At The Liberty Tavern the Read More...
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Each Thursday the Internet's food sites produce countless recaps and commentary on the previous night's episode of Top Chef . Here are just a few of them: – New York 's Adam Platt wants to know who actually cares about making breakfast Read More...
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Santa will be stopping by Mrs. K's Toll House. As any parent knows, the line to see Santa at the mall can be the ultimate test in patience. Fortunately, many of the places where you can catch St. Nick this season are offering treats to help get you Read More...
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– Where have all the acorns gone this year? No, seriously, where? [ Washington Post ] – Food advertising in Chicago is literally hot air these days. [ NYT ] – Copia, the food, wine and art museum in Napa, has filed for Chapter 11. [ Read More...
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Looking for gift ideas for the gourmand readers in your life (other than, naturally, all the latest Zagat guides )? Fret not, here are some recent books about cooking, dining and food that will the bill. For the Foodie on the Cutting Edge A Day at el Read More...
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Slated to open later this week, Posto, a stylish Italian bistro and wine bar by the talents behind Tosca , outfits the soaring, big-windowed Logan Circle space that once housed Viridian with an Enomatic wine dispenser, a wood-burning oven, an inviting Read More...
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– Sweet! A new, shrub-derived sweetener is approaching the market. [ Chicago Tribune ] – You aren't really a better person for eating organically. [ GQ ] – A "cook" is not the same as a "chef" according to the Read More...
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