I go to DC periodically and enjoy hitting the trendy spots about town. On my last visit, I had delightful meals at two bistros, Ris and Central Michel Richard. Ris is in Foggy Bottom, right near Trader Joe’s and George Washington University. Chef Ris Lacoste is in the kitchen, for the first time in her […]
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Breakfast spots in Santa Fe, Part 2
Breakfast is not usually my favorite meal of the day, but that indifference disappears when I am in Santa Fe where the red and green chile sauces cast a magical spin on traditional breakfast fare. In the past I always put Cafe Pasqual at the top of my list for breakfast, lunch or dinner, but […]
Read the rest of this entry »The Source–A Wolfgang Puck restaurant in Washington, D.C.
Wolfgang Puck has restaurants all over the country, but The Source may be the most formal and unique. Situated next to the Newseum, The Source’s upstairs dining room is modern and sleek, with floor to ceiling windows and a two-story temperature controlled wine wall. The downstairs lounge for small bites is more of a scene, […]
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The Majestic Restaurant is back in business with the same name, same decor, but different owners. Housed in the historic Fitzpatrick Saloon building, it still has that 1920’s look, complete with the original blue and white tile floors. A highlight is the jazz pianist who holds court in the front room, adding a bit of […]
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Off to DC to see the cherry blossoms? Looking for a fun place to go with a group? Check out Masa 14, a new spot opened by Zengo owner Richard Sandval, and Kazuhiro Okochi of Kaz Sushi Bistro. It specializes in Asian/Latin American small plates, an unbeatable combination in my book. It also has a […]
Read the rest of this entry »Five 21–Oread Hotel Restaurant in Lawrence
You’ve got to check out the new Oread Hotel Restaurant in Lawrence. It’s ten stories of stone and dark wood, complete with restaurants, bars and even a nightclub in a “cave” in the basement. Sitting atop Mount Oread, it has a tremendous view of the KU campus and beyond. We were there before a KU […]
Read the rest of this entry »New Orleans Restaurants
If you’re planning a trip to New Orleans for Mardi Gras, trying to sort out where to eat can be a bit overwhelming. Hopefully, this list will give you a start, though its hundreds short of being complete! Mr. B’s Bistro. This Brennan family establishment is best known for its gumbo and BBQ shrimp. Brigsten’s. […]
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Kansas Citians don’t have to travel to Washington, DC to find a good burger, but if you find yourself in our nation’s capital, hop on the metro and take it to the Courthouse stop and walk the few blocks to Ray’s Hell Burger. Ray’s Hell Burger is an offshoot of the wildly successful Ray’s the […]
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Trying to select a restaurant in Las Vegas is a little like trying to buy a dress in New York City. There are so many to choose from that it can be more than a little overwhelming. Well-known chefs like Batali, Emeril, Charlie Trotter, Michael Mina, and Wolfgang Puck have hit the strip in a […]
Read the rest of this entry »Asheville, North Carolina Excursions
Clearly some major walking is in order if you want to eat your way through Asheville, so as promised, here are some suggestions for beautiful hikes near the Blue Ridge Parkway. Hike the Appalachian Trail. Clingman’s Dome is the highest point on the entire Appalachian Trail, and it happens to be an ideal spot to […]
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