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Will travel for clam shacks
going to be in mystic area. Looking for clm shack or mom & pop seafood. also stafford springs area dining. Thanx!
TOP LATE NIGHT DINING IN FLA
No they do not....so sad because that is something I miss most from my hometown of Buffalo, NY!! I agree Castleberry's is close...but missing something.
Bat Cave, NC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Well, I came back from Bat Cave and found wonderful places all over the area! Vincenzo's Ristorante & Bistro in Ashville the 1st night - WOW! Authentic & delicious with a nice wine list. I had a $50 off coupon from Restaurant.com as long as I spent $75. It was no problem! Downstairs had great live music. Next day we went to Hubba Hubba BBQ in Flat Rock, NC - OMG!!! (http://www.hubbahubbasmokehouse.com) One of the top BBQ's I have ever had. You gotta try their brisket! Sauces all home made. Great blacked eyed peas! Not easy to find but well worth it! Also had a coupon for Morning Glory Cafe in Black Mountain. They were OK. Interesting soups however the salad I had was pretty sparse for the price. Also had a coupon for Parise's New American Bistro in The Esmerelda in Chimney Rock. We had a wonderful breakfast there. I highly recommend checking out restaurant.com. All the cupons I got were 80% off which came to $2.00 for a $50 coupon. About once a month on AOL they give you a code for 50% to 80% off and I scoop them up. They are good for a year! While in Asheville we went to the Farmers Market and then lunched at The Moose Café there. A MUST. (eatatthemoosecafe.com). No coupon but reasonable GOOD fresh Southern cooking! The rest was uneventful places. Thanx for all the input!
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Morning Glory Cafe
6 E Market St Ste A, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Bat Cave, NC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We will be staying there but day tripping for a week. It's been 4 years since I've been in that area & looking fopr places to go.
Bat Cave, NC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am spending a week in Bat Cave, NC and will be traveling around that area. Any recomendations? I will be day tripping so we will travel for good food!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks in advance!!!
TOP LATE NIGHT DINING IN FLA
Unfortunately - they do not. I've been trying to replacate that sauce...but have been unable to however Castleberry's hot dog sauce comes close. Can find in chili isle in most supermarkets
Please clue me into stone crabs - moved from Florida board
They will be out of season as one can only harvest them Oct 15 thru May 15. I had some delicuos ones at catfish dewey's in Ft. lauderdale last night. $27.95 for all you can eat mediums! http://www.catfishdeweys.com/
Eating in the Keys
If you are driving this is my routine from Ft Lauderdale:
Alabama Jacks is a MUST - just the ride there is cool especially if you do not live in Florida. http://www.alabamajacks.com/
Dennys Latin Key Largo - Get a cafe con leche.
The Fish House - Key Largo - http://www.fishhouse.com
ISLAMORADA RESTAURANT & BAKERY - BEST Key lime pie!
Squid Row in Islamorada - http://keysdining.com/squidrow/dinnermenu.htm. A bar with GREAT food.
Do not miss Cracked Conch Cafe - 4999 Overseas Hwy - Marathon. I never do! Unbelievable conch!
By all means The Hog Fish bar & Grill - http://www.hogfishbar.com/menus.htm
Rarely go to Key West as it breaks my heart that is has become such a tourist trap however My Blue Heaven is a MUST! http://www.blueheavenkw.com
Miami to Boynton Beach
Peter Pan Diner is open 24/7
http://maps.google.com/maps?sourceid=ie7&rls=com.microsoft:en-US&oe=utf8&rlz=1I7GPEA_enUS310&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=peter+pan+diner+fl&fb=1&split=1&gl=us&view=text&latlng=6705266247883164656
Reddington & Madeira Beach, FL
I am going to visit friends who are renting a condo. I am looking for fresh seafood market and fresh veggies, like a good farm stand. I find Farmers markets anymore are not really farmers markets. Thanx in advance!!!
Heading to DC next month
I am looking for small family joints. Also looking for a good hot dog. Good Blues bar would be a great find!
Pan Searing Flour?
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tbsp. coarse salt (Kosher or sea)
1 tsp. white pepper
Measure 1 level cup of flour and add it to the container.
Measure 1 level tablespoon of salt and add it to the container.
Measure 1 level teaspoon of white pepper and add it to the container.
Mix the ingredients, either by closing the lid of the container and shaking or stirring with a a small whisk or wooden spoon. Make sure the container is air- and water-tight and can hold at least one and one-half cups of mixture.
This mixture will keep for months as long as it is kept dry and away from light.
Kirkland Signature Vodka (Costco)
As far as storing that large bottle...I found some lovley bottles here and there and use them or you can water bottles...particularly good for transporting...or any other bottle with a tight close you have available.
Florida Keys
You won't find much there. You may be better of driving to Marathon 18 miles north. There you will find the 2 places I go each time:
ANNETTE'S LOBSTER & STEAK HOUSE - Dinner
Phone: 305-743-5516
MM 48 3660 Overseas Highway
Marathon , FL 33050
The Cracked Conch Cafe - Lunch - GREAT conch salad
4999 US Highway 1
Marathon, FL 33050
http://www.conchcafe.com/
Looking for Recommendation for Fort Lauderdale/Boca
The restaurants below are wonderful...but somewhat pricey. If you are looking for something different than these try these:
Aruba's - Right on the ocean.
1 E. Commercial Blvd.
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL, 33308
Las Vegas Cuban Cuisine - Souht Florida does good Cuban.
2807 E. Oakland Park Blvd.
954-564-1370 · Inexpensive
Thai Spice - Top of the line Thai
1514 E. Commercial Blvd.
954-771-4535 · Moderate
Lester's Diner - Always an experience!
Sunrise · 1393 N.W. 136th Ave.
954-838-7473 · Inexpensive
Alligator Alley - A joint with good food & local brews
1321 E. Commercial Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Catfish Dewey's - Great local seafood joint - check out web site for menu & coupon!
4003 N. Andrews Ave
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
catfishdeweys.com
ENJOY!!!
Beefeater Steak House
They are indeed still there! The last time I was there was about about 2 months ago. It was as good as it ever was!
Need dining advise for Cummaquid, MA on the Cape!
Thanx for the tips! I love back roading! I once traveled from Florida to Toronto mostly off the interstate & had a glorious trip! I am hoping to do local seafood a lot. Even tho I live in S. Florida, I was raised in Buffalo and love those local fish joints! I will try some of your spots. leaving Saturday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Need dining advise for Cummaquid, MA on the Cape!
I am staying in Cummaquid, MA. Never been in the area before. Love Mom & Pop places rather than chains. Any help appreciated. Will travel for food!
First time on the Cape.
I am staying in Cummaquid, MA. Never been in the area before. Love Mom & Pop places rather than chains. Any help appreciated. Will travel for food!
Longboat key/Sarasota
http://www.beachhouse-restaurant.com - Absolutely The Beach House! Directly on the Gulf! Food is wonderful. If you have to wait get a drink and stick your toes in the sand $ watch the sunset! Try a Key Lime Martini!!!
http://www.euphemiahaye.com/ upscale & delis & romantic.
Check out: http://www.sarasotafl.org/cms/d/keys_to_island_dining.php &
http://www.sarasotafl.org/cms/d/friday_fest_on_the_bay.php
Pop's Sunset Grill, 112 Circuit Rd., Nokomis, 941-488-3177. By no means upsacle but wonderful on the water cafe with food that can't be beat!
Have fun!
Fun Different Restaurant for a Bachlorette Party
If you're really looking for something different - try LIPS in Ft Lauderdale! (http://frontpage.jumponmarkslist.com/bars/lips.htm) & (http://frontpage.jumponmarkslist.com/bars/Lips_Liberty_large.jpg) What a blast! Food is great & reasonable...good drinks. GREAT SHOW. The Sunday gospel brubch is something to behold!
Need recommendation for Broward Co. BBQ
Don't know to much about Miami Lakes but if your willing to travel north to Ft. Lauderdale (aprox 10 miles) here are some sugestions:
Georgia Pig - 1285 S.W. 40 Ave., (State Rd. 7-U.S. 441, just south of Davie Blvd.), Fort Lauderdale, FL. True BBQ
Jacks is great. Go there at least once a week!
Dixie Pig - N Dixie Hwy, Oakland Park
I hear good things about http://www.barbquebeach.com/menu.html. They are in Miami
Soul Food 2 Go - 5102 S. State Road 7 Hollywood, FL 33314
First time on the Cape.
Love Mom & Pop joints & off the beaten track. Never chain or hotel. Sugestions PLEASE!!!!!
STAFFORD SPRINGS
Thanx! I hear it's nothing to travel 2 or 3 towns over to dine...so anyone else with ideas...send them on! Willing to explore!
TOP SEAFOOD IN FLA
Dewey's is the best. It's a bit of a joint...a bit run down...but the fried shrimp, scallops or oysters are the best I ever had. All you can eat stone crabs too! From med to jumbo!!!!
STAFFORD SPRINGS
I am going to visit my daughter who had recently moved to Stafford Springs. I have looked and looked and can not fimnd much for the area. Please send sugestions to a foodie open to everything from hot dogs to prime rib!
BBQ Query
just gone....no word that I've heard of. I'm in the biz and usually hear the chatter. Lot's of us suprised that it's closed.
