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staying in Tysons , hotel
The Lebanese Taverna in Tyson's II (the Galleria) is wonderful.
Family owned. Read the back of the menu for a real American success story.
http://www.lebanesetaverna.com/
If you have a car, Cafe Jasmine at Lake Anne in Reston is excellent.
http://www.jasminecafe.com/
Also, in Great Falls is Mediterranee Restaurant, which is also excellent
http://www.mediterraneerestaurant.com
Upscale in Tulsa?
I'll be in Tulsa, OK for two nights later this week. Any suggestions for upscale dining? I prefer places with a local flavor and don't like chains.
Thanks.
where to buy Duck Confit and duck fat in DC NOVA?
Balducci's stocks both duck fat and confit. They also carry Moulard duck legs which are ideal for making your own confit. Once you start making confit, it's easy because you end up with more duck fat than you started with. And you always have a good supply of confit on hand.
As for the cassoulet, be certain you use real Tarbais beans.
L.A. Hound has few questions re: Penn Quarter area
We often eat at Cafe Atlantico and really like it. It's fun and different.
http://www.cafeatlantico.com/
L.A. Hound has few questions re: Penn Quarter area
The one time we ate at Zaytinya, we were very disappointed. Th spinach had sand in it and the manager was horrified.
tyson's corner 2nd week of february, where in the world do we eat?
I'll second Kazan.
We don't get in there much, but it's always excellent when we do.
tyson's corner 2nd week of february, where in the world do we eat?
From my response in another thread:
The Lebanese Taverna is tops. It's in the Galleria Mall at Tyson's. Be sure and read the back of the menu where they tell the history of the family and their restaurants.
For a special dinner, Washington legend L'auberge Chez Francois is only about 15 away in Great Falls. It's where we do birthdays, Christmas eve, . . . any special celebration.
http://www.laubergechezfrancois.com/
Our favorite "local" hangout is Cafe Jasmine in the "old" Reston Town Center (Lake Anne). The chef/owner Eduardo is a wizard with seafood and sauces.
http://www.jasminecafe.com/
If you're up for a real local adventure, head down 123 to the Vienna Inn. Chili dogs, burgers, beer and Mollie -- the waitress you'll never forget if you step out of line or don't go get your own coffee.
http://www.viennainn.com/mollie.htm
Fresh edamame in McLean?
You might check the Balducci's. They have a decent sushi rack
Naniwa grocery (6730 Curran St -- near the McDonald's) ought to be a sure bet.
Recs for February stay
The Lebanese Taverna is tops. It's in the Galleria Mall right behind your hotel. Be sure and read the back of the menu where they tell the history of the family and their restaurants.
For the special dinner, Washington legend L'auberge Chez Francois is only about 15 away in Great Falls. It's where we do birthdays, Christmas eve, . . . any special celebration.
http://www.laubergechezfrancois.com/
Our favorite "local" hangout is Cafe Jasmine in the "old" Reston Town Center (Lake Anne). The chef/owner Eduardo is a wizard with seafood and sauces.
http://www.jasminecafe.com/
If you're up for a real local adventure, head down 123 to the Vienna Inn. Chili dogs, burgers, beer and Mollie -- the waitress you'll never forget if you step out of line or don't go get your own coffee.
http://www.viennainn.com/mollie.htm
Sadly, the restaurant in the Ritz, Maestro, closed several years ago. It was one of the best in all of DC.
