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Seeking Destination Restaurants in Ireland

Returning to Ireland after several years so I'm certain much has changed. I'm looking for restaurants that are considered , regardless of price, to be worth the trip for the sole purpose of dining there. I'm thinking of places like French Laundry in Yountville, CA ; Willows Inn on Lummi Island, WA and Fat Duck in Bray. Is Ballymaloe House still considered such a destination? Thank you so much for all your help

Advice re Seattle Meals

Tom, Thanks for the great advice. Nells looks terrific.
I'm from FL but spend significant time in NY so not looking for pizza. Actually I was thinking of Il Corvo Pasta on Western Ave for lunch but glad to know about Bar del Corso.
Does drinks & oysters at Walrus & followed by dinner at Staples next door sound worth doing.?
I love Salumi but unfortunately will not be able to get there this trip. I'm really disappointed.
Is Art of Table not as well thought of as it once was?
Finally, if it is only possible to do 1 farmers mkt do you recommend University or Ballard?
Thanks again

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Salumi
309 3rd Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104

Advice re Seattle Meals

Will be in seattle the end of Oct and need some up to date advice. On previous visits I have loved and plan to return to Sitka & Spruce, Corson Bldg and Spinasse. That leaves 4 dinners & 5 lunches. Am considering: Cafe Juanita, Art of Table, Staple & Fancy, Walrus &, Book Bindery, Caffe Presse, Skillet, Corvo Pasta, Seabar and Local 360. Would love to hear worthy alternatives & suggestions to narrow/ eliminate any of these.
Also, if there is only time for 1 farmers mkt should I do Univ or Ballard. More interested in eating there as opposed to taking food home. Thank you in advance for all your help

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Cafe Juanita
Kirkland, WA, Kirkland, WA

Sitka & Spruce
2238 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102

Spinasse
Seattle, WA, Seattle, WA

Book Bindery
198 Nickerson Street, Seattle, WA 98109

SEA BREEZE FARM ON VASHON ISL

Can anyone comment on the restaurant? Is it worth a lunch stop leaving SEA for Bellingham? The online menu looks good. Is it the same menu for lunch and dinner?

CHUCKANUT DRIVE

Travelling from willows inn (lummi island). to seattle via chuckanut dr and looking for great place to eat lunch. Considering oyster bar & rhododendron cafe but am open to all suggestions for best pacific northwest seafood experience.Thanks in advance for all recommendations

ROME MUSHROOMS

Back in the 80s I was taken to a restaurant in Rome that served nothing but mushrooms. I can't remember the name or where it was.I think I remember a cave, but that may be my imagination. Does anyone know this place? I'll be in Rome next week and if its still around, I'd love to go back.

SUSTAINABLE/ FARM TO TABLE

Thanks, Of these three, bacchanalia, & the restaurants at serenbe- which are not to be missed

SUSTAINABLE/ FARM TO TABLE

Please advise of the best farm to table restaurants in the Atlanta area. Price is not a consideration just quality and taste. I prefer casual to "fine dining" pretentious but will go anywhere if the food warrants

city sandwich on 9th ave

Has anyone been here? What are the hours? Thanks

Sitka & Spruce for lunch?

Can any advise how the lunch menu differs from dinner? This will be my first time there since the move. Thank you

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Sitka & Spruce
2238 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102

In search of Nettletown review...

wrightangle review (above) mentions that Matt Dillon is a partner in Nettletown. Can anyone confirm this? Neither Corson nor new Sitka website mention Nrttletown. Thanks

DRAGO'S

Is there any appreciable difference betw the chargrilled oysters at the place in Metaire and the one at the Hilton? Hilton is alot more convenient w/out a car but if they are much better in Metaire I'll rent one. Thanks

Seven Stars Szechuan

Is the szechuan crab a seasonal item? If so when is it on the menu? Thanks for all your help

MORE, MALTINGS OR MAGDALEN [London]

Looking for a not to be missed dinner experience near London Bridge. The above have been mentioned. What do you think? Price is not a factor, only the food. Anything else I should consider?

JUSTIN NIEDERMEYER?

Where has he gone? Has he sold Spinasse? Has staff stayed with restaurant? Does he plan to return? Sorry for all the questions but I'm getting all emotional. I was planning a return trip to Seattle and just saw that he has left.

press gang

what can you tell me about the food here? How does it compare to fid, chives, gio or bear?

medallion smoked salmon in pei

Anyone know if they are still in business? The website just thanks their customers for supporting them throughout the years.

DARTMOUTH

Looking for something unique for lunch near the Dartmouth ferry terminal. Any suggestions? By unique I mean something preferable to just returning to Halifax for lunch. Anyone been to Nectar? What are your thoughts? Thanks for your suggestions, this will be my first trip to NS

LAMAZOU-DEFONTE

Do either of these places have a place to sit or stand and eat? Thanks.

SLOW FOOD IN PEI & NS

Looking for recommendations for not to be missed slow food and agritourism experiences in Nova Scotia and PEI in September

Cioppino in the east bay

Is Spengers not considered a "good Berkeley/Oakland restaurant" ? When is local crab season? How is Sea Salt for lunch?

SPINASSE in SEA

Spinasse is the new venture of Jason Neidermeyer who operated Pian Pianino out of Sitka & Spruce on Sun. & Mon nights. It is in the site formerly occupied by Globe

SPINASSE in SEA

Does anyone know if they are open yet.Anyone been?Is there a website or phone number

PIAN PIANINO

Anyone have word on an opening for Pian at the old Globe space? Does Justin have a website?

SEA - Globe Cafe on 14th - Cap Hill

Any word on an opening for Pian Pianino at the old Globe space? Does Justin have a website?

MAGDALEN ISLANDS

Great ,Any recs for reasonable lodging? I want to save money for the food

MAGDALEN ISLANDS

Has anyone been? Are there any amazing and unique eating experiences? Trying to decide whether to make the trek out from PEI in aug-sept Thanks

BEST OF THE MARITIMES

Planning a solo first time trip in aug-sept for the Halifax fringe fest. ,really just an excuse to wander around and eat amazing food.
Looking for not to be missed,unique, regional experiences (both fine dining and local diners/cafes/artisinal outlets,etc) In addition to Halifax I'm planning cape breton,pei and, hopefully, ile madeline but welcome suggestions for anything truly memorable in ns,nb&pei. Thanks in advance.

LUPA OR PUTTANESCA

Which do you recommend for the food

PIAN PIANINO

Does anyone know the status of Justin's place? Is he still using Sitka on Sun & Mon?