Archive for 2011

Food News
[ 0 ] February 9, 2011 |

Food News

Last week we stuffed ourselves with all the BBQ one body could hold, now we are cleaning up our acts.  This week is DC Meat-Free Week which has rounded up a list of restaurants to visit with vegan and vegetarian food options.  Today (Wednesday) the crowd heads to Dangerously Delicious Pies for Tofu Curry and […]

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Recipe of the Week: Quick Caesar Salad
[ 1 ] February 9, 2011 |

Recipe of the Week: Quick Caesar Salad

1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup grated parmesean cheese 1/3 cup shaved parmesean cheese (for garnish) 3 1/2 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. anchovy paste 1-2 anchovies (for garnish) 3 tbsp. olive oil (*or more if you want more liquid) Fresh black pepper 3 cups freshly chopped romaine lettuce Croutons: 3 slices Italian bread (*or more, […]

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7 Ways to Treat Your Valentine
[ 1 ] February 8, 2011 |

7 Ways to Treat Your Valentine

Traditional? Michel– The Cupid dinner special includes Oysters (*Hmm, liking this aphrodesiac selection…), butter poached lobster with beets and vanilla emulsion, Filet Mignon with red bell pepper sauce and chocolate hearts filled with rose flavored mousse.  $95 per person. Vinifera Wine Bar & Bistro– For $95 per person, couples will feast on braised veal sweetbreads, butter […]

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Etiquette Tuesday:  Split Personalities
[ 0 ] February 8, 2011 |

Etiquette Tuesday: Split Personalities

Scenario:  You walk up to the bar, order a glass of pinot gris (*pinot grigio) and the bartender turns to fulfill your order.  He/she realizes that the pinot gris is low, they pour it in your glass anyhow, proceed to open another bottle of pinot gris (*same brand/company) topping your glass off with this bottle. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! Ok, […]

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Gi.Ve.Aw.Ay
[ 3 ] February 7, 2011 |

Gi.Ve.Aw.Ay

Have a coffee addiction and like takeout??  Yes? Well, this is the giveaway for you.  First, I want to know what is the max amount of coffee that you consumed in one day?  Second, comment with your answer under this post or via Twitter (@jknowsgoodfood) and you are automatically entered to win a $25 gift […]

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