by TT on May 17th, 2012 | Restaurant Reviews
The last week of April we took two of our teens on a combined work/pleasure trip to the mid-Atlantic region. With a schedule of a few meetings here, a little sightseeing there, we were able to enjoy the kids' week off from school while maintaining a relaxed business schedule. Journeying down the Atlantic coast, we made stops in Baltimore and Philadelphia.
Of course, one of our purposes for visiting Philly was to see historic sites. However, I'd be fibbing if I didn't admit that an equally as important purpose was to eat cheesesteaks at Geno's and Pat's. I know, a
by TT Jr. on May 4th, 2012 | Restaurant Reviews
For any of you who have ever gone to a
Buffalo Wild Wings you know they are very popular for their wings. For those of you who haven't been to a Buffalo Wild Wings, you probably live in New England, Montana, Idaho, Washington, New Mexico, Wyoming, or Utah. You have probably also never visited any of the Great Lakes, because they are everywhere there. I live in New England, but I have family in Maryland, so a decent amount of the time when we visit, we go there. Depending on who you ask, Buffalo Wild Wings (BWW) have the
by TT on February 16th, 2012 | Restaurant Reviews
Last Sunday I was invited to dine at
Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro. Bringing my husband as my dining companion, we headed to Boston on a cold and blustery February afternoon. The warmth of the food, staff, and atmosphere definitely helped erase the memories of the cold outdoors.
We arrived in Boston early and spent some time shopping on Charles Street. However, with the cold temperatures, we decided to cut our shopping short and head to the restaurant early. They graciously seated us 30 minutes earlier than our reservation. This didn't seem like an inconvenience, as we were the
by TT on February 2nd, 2012 | Restaurant Reviews
On an evening without kids in our company, what better way is there to spend the evening than a leisurely dinner for two at a restaurant? With last Friday being one of those nights, I graciously accepted the offer to dine at
Olé Mexican Grill. Not only would it be a romantic dinner for two, but it also would allow us to try a new-to-us restaurant.
We arrived at Olé about 30 minutes prior to our reservation. However, we were able to be seated promptly. The restaurant was packed but well-staffed, which seemed to keep all of the patrons
by TT on January 26th, 2012 | Restaurant Reviews
When a perennial favorite ceases to exist, it is often difficult to fill the void. For
36 deLux, that has not held true. Located in the home of the former
Richard's Bistro, 36 deLux has done a terrific job of providing the same excellent quality of food, service, and atmosphere that its predecessor did. Of course, the new owner previously was a chef at Richard's, which may help account for the smooth transition.
Since its opening in November 2011, I have dined there on two different occasions. The first was a business lunch, which gave me a small glimpse
by TT on April 28th, 2009 | Restaurant Reviews
Spending time with family in the mid-Atlantic area this week, we've done lots of driving and have been eating on different schedules. With a 6:00 Little League game to watch on Monday, we weren't ready to eat on the drive there. Instead we decided to enjoy the warm late April weather and the athletic talents of 7 and 8 year olds, especially of one 8 year old in particular, and dine later.
By the time the game ended and hugs and congratulations were given, it was a little after 8. We decided to start our drive and find a place to
by TT on April 22nd, 2009 | Restaurant Reviews
A few of you may be reading this article and wondering what, exactly, was I doing at a hot dog stand. Did I go to this venue with children or at the pleading request of my husband? The answer to both of those questions is no. Having remembered seeing this place on the tv show, "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives," we decided this would be a good halfway lunch stop when we returned from a trip to Baltimore.
When we arrived at Super Duper Weenie, it was apparent that we weren't the only people deciding to have a late lunch at
by TT on April 13th, 2009 | Appetizers, Healthy Cooking, Recipes
Saturday was an enjoyable day. My husband and I spent the afternoon shopping at our new favorite grocery store and then came home and cooked. We made an assortment of finger foods that we could eat as a late night, indoor picnic.
With our grocery store having excellent butcher and cheese shops, we planned on making stuffed pork pinwheels and pecan coated brie topped with pineapple-mango chutney. Unfortunately, while we were busy with prep work and cooking, we forgot to place the brie in the refrigerator in the post-coating, pre-baking stage. Luckily, we baked the brie in a pie plate, so
