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Bawarchi

Posted on 2014/07/13 by .

Bawarchi, web site, 13949 Metrotech Drive, Chantilly, VA, next to Lotte Plaza, formerly the home of Karaikudi, 703-378-9100, they don’t always answer their phone. (Metro Trip Planner – opens in new window) Chettinad food, very regional. Get the chilies in … Continue reading →

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How has the restaurant experience changed in the last ten years?

Posted on 2014/07/13 by .

This is from a New York Craigslist post, from a restaurant owner who apparently viewed tapes of customers from 2004 and 2014, here is part of his account of the more recent behavior: 2014 Customers walk in. Customers get seated … Continue reading →

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Fiola Mare

Posted on 2014/06/21 by .

Fiola Mare, web site, 3050 K Street NW, Washington, DC (Enter at 31st St NW & Waterfront), 202-628-0065 (Metro Trip Planner – opens in new window) [Google | WaPo | Washingtonian | Ylp | Don Rockwell | Zagat] Here’s a … Continue reading →

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Charcoal Chicken

Posted on 2014/06/20 by .

Charcoal Chicken, web site, 13969 Metrotech Dr., Chantilly, VA, 703-953-3707 (Metro Trip Planner – opens in new window) [Google | zabihah] The number one Pakistani place in Virginia, better than the competitors. Get the karahi chicken and the lamb with … Continue reading →

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Montreal bleg

Posted on 2014/06/20 by .

Where should I eat there? And what is the best place for vegetarian or Indian food? I thank you all in advance for whatever aid you can offer. Originally posted on Marginal Revolution – click to see comments and suggestions. … Continue reading →

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Should restaurant reservations be for sale?

Posted on 2014/06/19 by .

Here is the entire NYT forum, here is my contribution, “Democratizing the Dining Experience,” excerpt: Consider how it works when you can’t just buy a place at the table, as is still the case in most restaurants today. Tables at … Continue reading →

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BonChon

Posted on 2014/06/07 by .

BonChon, web site, 7215 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA (you also can enter from 236 by the Giant), 703-914-1415 (Metro Trip Planner – opens in new window) [WaPo | Washingtonian | City Paper | NoVA Mag | Don Rockwell | Ylp] … Continue reading →

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How to find good food in Chengdu

Posted on 2014/05/19 by .

1. Many people in Chengdu are experts on the local food scene. Recruit one of them, but don’t be shocked if they insist on paying for your meal every time. 2. Go downtown to the Crowne Plaza hotel, walk out … Continue reading →

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Shanghai notes

Posted on 2014/05/13 by .

Very good dumplings and noodle soups can be had on the streets in small restaurants for a dollar or two. When you look further afield I can recommend Yi Long Court, a very fine Cantonese restaurant in the Peninsula Hotel. … Continue reading →

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Conservatives eat here. Liberals eat there.

Posted on 2014/05/05 by .

From a set of national chains, liberals most favored (in relative terms) California Pizza Kitchen. Conservatives favored Cracker Barrel and Papa Murphy’s and Marie Callender’s and Hooter’s. For fast food outlets there is a big liberal margin in favor of … Continue reading →

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