Ludo Bites 3.0 at Royal T: A passionate (non) review

December 12, 2009
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Ludo’s trademark is le coq. Poultry and my family go way back.

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Absinthe’s green fairy unmasked: The Liquid Muse underground cocktail party

December 5, 2009
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Scary hardcore stuff of dissolute artists or herby, licorice-y gateway drink?

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The Food Event ‘09: Simple, but big impressions

November 24, 2009
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Although there were celebrity chefs and demonstrations aplenty, I found myself mainly drawn to the food … and cows.

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Lotus Vegan: Thai food plays it safe

November 23, 2009
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I didn’t expect authentic Thai food, but I was at least hoping for the Americanized equivalent.

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Toshi Sushi: OMG Omakase

November 16, 2009
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Fresh, simple, flavorful and awesome — Thanks, Toshi-san!

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‘Top Chef’ Fabio’s Firenze Osteria opening night party

November 11, 2009
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I did it all for the gnocchi, c’mon, the gnocchi … and the carpaccio and the baby octopus.

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The Must: A must try

November 10, 2009
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There is no try, only do — Master Yoda

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Taste on Melrose: Cheese, please

November 9, 2009
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The tastes are comforting, safe and satisfying, if not terribly exciting.

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Dakota: Belated birthday penance paid in very full

October 30, 2009
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Dining with Tamara at the Roosevelt Hotel …

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Skooby’s Hot Dogs: Congrats, you’re a wiener!

October 29, 2009
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This Skooby’s ain’t just a snack.

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