Family Meal – A Restaurant

I’ve dined at Family Meal restaurant two Sunday’s in a row!  Family Meal is located in Frederick, MD, where my sister and brother-in-law reside. They’d told me about the restaurant several times, raving about the food.  They shared with me that the restaurant was owned by former Top Chef contestant Bryan Voltaggio. I was familiar with…

Back to Quench!

I posted about Quench Restaurant in Rockville, MD on February 20th, “Dining with Groupons” and I didn’t give them a favorable review. After reading my post, my daughter’s boyfriend thought I was harsh and decided to take my daughter back and experience dining at Quench.  The next day my daughter called me from work raving about…

Good Genes or Liquid Greens?

I’ve always looked younger than my age! Currently, when I’m asked my age and I respond, most people are amazed that I am in my mid-fifties!  Truthfully, sometimes I’m amazed that I am in my mid-fifties, although my body often reminds me!  My family genes are definitely a factor, as my mother looks 10-15 years younger…

Grand Opening of Blackwall Hitch Restaurant!

Blackwall HItch, is a  restaurant that opened TODAY on the waterfront in Alexandria, VA. It is located in a former food court, so it is huge!  It has an outdoor area in front and in back of the building, and boasts two spacious dining floors, several bars (including a patio bar) and seating for large groups.…

Seattle Restaurant Reviews: Part 4- The Quarters

The  Quarters is a new restaurant in Kent, Washington about ½ hour from Seattle. Its cuisine is a mix of “Nawlins and the mid-west “ and I thought this was an interesting combination. The restaurant is only open Thurs-Sunday and is in a large storefront building and is sparsely furnished. They had plenty room to…