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i would say get some whole foods to go at columbus circle and eat a picnic in central park.....then i would get the dessert tasting menu at kyotofu. I would take those two experiences over one mediocre and overpriced dinner somewhere near times square. For something more traditional, maybe Mia Dona?
Progressive food?
I apologize that my casual word choice has led to this rather unintentional debate of semantics and food labels. Given the multiple inquires into what I meant, let me offer a post-rationalized explanation of my intent rather than making some unqualified definition about a topic of which i am not an expert. In general I agree with NecrochildK and was hoping to find a meal with some flavors, techniques, and/or ingredients which my not be typical or traditional. I specifically chose not to refer to molecular gastronomy or avant garde cuisine because i feel those terms are particularly loaded and overly specific. I also think those terms are inherently more pretentious than more general labels like progressive or innovative. I referenced momofuku and le pigeon so i am surprised that people construed that to imply a pompous, "i'm better than you" tone as if i mentioned per se and alinea. I think "progressive", "inventive", and "innovative" are all similar terms which relate to culinary ingenuity in general. A term like "new" would have been too general and I feared people would think I meant trendy/sceney restaurants which was not what I was looking for. Basically, i just wanted people to know I was looking for something more than pure devotion to the ingredient ala chez panisse. I think most commentors knew what i meant and I will let the community on this post debate the relevance, politcal affiliations, and definition of "Progressive food" with a capital "P"
PS. I thought the cartoon posted was hilarious.
SF party of one?
i know it might not be the most original question, but I am really most curious about finding places with open kitchens by the bar (beyond the sushi counter variety)....I am more interested in seeing the action than i am self conscious about looking lonely.
SF party of one?
I will be in SF for about a week and I am looking for some places that progressive food and are more conducive to eating a meal alone. I would prefer something with bar seating in front of an open kitchen, like Momofuku in NYC or Le Pigeon in Portland. Any suggestions on where I might be able to find this in SF? thanks.
