Kim WB

I hope I fixed it..it was a link to the disabilites link...I'm not particularly swift when it comes to links and such. and, I am going to..perhaps too late, add this link about the CABIN on the "egullet is good for humanity" thought: http://forums.egullet.org/index.php?showtopic=24363&hl=

I am loving this thread. Add it to this one: http://forums.egullet.org/index.php?act=ST...t=0#entry608584 and it would give any cynic faith in the human race. I love egullet. Corny, overdone, but true.

I have a son with severe learning disabilites..a perfectly verbal, interesting 14 year old who reads at (almost) a third grade level. He's been interested in food and cooking, but hates recipies and measurement. This overview will help me adapt to his needs. OK, this sounds like a trite book blurb, but I'll say it anyway: IF YOU ARE GOING TO READ ONLY ONE ARTICLE ON EGULLET THIS YEAR, MAKE SURE IT IS THIS THREAD...WALK AWAY THANKFUL, ENLIGHTENED, AND ENGAGED. THANK YOU, FROM THOSE WHO COOK AND THOSE WHO EAT. If only some reviewer was really interested in a parent's struggle. Don't get me started.

The notourious stickler has pegged it ten fold in the above quote. not magic, not marketing...just be NICE.

The issue would be moot if the dispensers actually dispensed...maybe they could just teach the staff to not overfill them..that would help cut down on the waste drastically. Also, Fast Food also equals eating while driving, and I need more napkins when I'm attempting to keep food off my clothes.

I am so there. Thanks dinerrm for resurrecting this thread.

plus, remember, half the bikers these days are investment bankers by day, bikers on weekends. I think I have more white collar frineds that bought themselves mid life Harleys than friends that went through mid life divorces..though it's close

Yes, tommy, I think you are right..it's "easy"...and to me, a properly sauced entree is a part of why I dine out..the time consuming sauces and sides make it something I'm less likely to make at home with any regularity. But heavy reductions have to be my biggest food oriented complaint at white table cloth restaurants..it seems that at a certain price point, demi glace is going to be abused.

"Instead we ended up at Theresa's Cafe, which is part of the Mediterrazza group." There's a few Therese's throughout the state, New Brunswick and I think Franklin. They are also involved in the cluck you franchises. I'm glad you enjoyed your visit..it is a great place to live.

What a great little place! Took a side trip form Frenchtown, as we had heard about their extensive selection of single malts. Was delighted with their hand pulled draft beers..tasted the bitters and thought it was great..I had the traditional draft Pale Ale from thier brewery. It's English Pub food..the menu had some interesting dishes, shephard's pie and scottish eggs. We did not eat there, but it looks like a fun place to return to for a winter lunch.

My husband and I went to the Sargeantville Inn last nite, Saturday, 6:30. We had a pre dinner libation at the Frenchtown Inn.( mini mini review: Frenchtown Inn is just not clean enough..the bathroom was filthy at 5pm on a Saturday, the bar was tacky and sticky, the waiter stand in view of the bar was dirty and unkempt. Someone is not watching the details here) We arrived at the beautiful Sargeantsville Inn promptly, and were led through the intricate halls and stairs to our table. It's beautifully decorated, with all the nooks and crannies and authentic details you would expect in a 250 year old building. Unfortunately, there are hallways that you walk through that have strong musty odors..I suspect its difficult to keep the moisture out of such an aged structure, but it was still "wrinkle your nose" strong and noticeably unpleasant. The wine list is shockingly inadequate...although also very reasonably priced. We had a 99 Paul Hobbs Cabernet. The only other above average choice, in our opinion, was the CAymus..other than that..very slim pickings indeed. The service was friendly and professional, except for a tentative and young busboy learning the ropes..but I have a gangly teen of my own at home,so I'm sympathetic to growing young men with arms and legs that seem to work under another's command...he nearly wiped out our wine bucket a half a dozen times! The bread was unremarkeable, with that "getting old quickly" accompaniment, olive oil. Bob started with the Carpaccio, and I, pretending that it was not 90 degrees outside, ordered wild mushroom risotto. The carpaccio was tasteless. However, it was accompanied by a chopped arugala, scallion, parlsey, capers salad that was spot on..vibrant and balanced. The risotto was undercooked, almost crunchy. Generous portions. Sargeantsville Inn has a game focus, with pheasant, boar, ostrich, and last nights special, kangaroo. My husband ordered the kangaroo, and I, continuing to ignore the weather, had the braised lamb shanks. It's hard to describe the kangaroo, as it was drowned in a thick, syruppy demi-glace. What is with Central NJ chefs and reductions to the point of creating syrup? Each pice needed to be mounted on the pike of purple smashed potatoes (great!) and then the sauce scraped off...it was close to inedible. And the sauce, if tasted on its own and sparingly had potential..a berry sweetness with acidity, someone was thinking flavors at some point, before the sauce became comparable to Chambourd. The lamb shanks were not braised to the falling off the bone point, but were well seasoned, flavorful, and appropriately sauced in a lighter reduction of some sort...the artichoke and potato mixture on the plate was wonderful, with the lemony artichoke playing off the buttery spuds. We skipped dessert, had coffee, brandy and a yoo-hoo martini ( chocolate, vanilla vodka, I'm not sure what else. Sinfully good , if terribly trendy!) While the food was not great, the unique and beautiful structure, good service, and that damn yoo-hoo martini, will get us back in the door. I'll order sauces on the side, more seasonal salads, and hope for more hits than misses. Two apps and entrees, wine, sparkling water, 2 after dinner drinks and two coffess, $178.

Penningto also has Sumo sushi, on Main Stret in the same building as the coffee house. (new building) It's been open about a year...I'd call it more "asian fusion" than anything else..but very well prepared, fresh sushi,the place is VERY popular, need a reservation on wknds.

Rich. spot on! this is always a fun event..I've only been perhaps two fo the last 5-6 years...its at that end of school-busy work season time...but it is fun, festive and GREAT food as Rich says.

what a fun post! Looks like the folks who made the street sign are the same that painted the sign of Bum's window..both are spelled barbque...perhaps its just a local derivitive?

mb...what are your favorite Pennington places? Have you tried Sumo Sushi?

hmmmm. I agree on the cocktails...perfection. I don't agree, or at least have not personally noticed, a downhill slide at Lorenzo's...and their prices are in line with any authentic ( read: aged meats, not a chain) steak house...same limited menu, not the place to order salad and fish, that' for sure. It's very smoky, that's my complaint.

Jon...NJT to exit 10, and then and maybe 5- 10 minutes from there..if it takes 40 minutes, you are driving slow!

HillVally, where are you coming from? I could direct you to some great little Korean or Indian markets..but if you're coming from NYC, for example, I'm not sure you would need those references. Trenton Farmer's Market, Griggstown Quail Farm...both in above links, are prob the most unique to the area. PA Dutch market as well, although again those are popping up all around, you might have one in the area you are coming from. There is a "gourmet" shop in the Princeton Shopping Center, "Bon Appetit"...nothing amazingly special... I prefer Wegman's for fresheness of cheese. there is also Suzi's Hot Sauce in New Hope..that's unique...little hole in the wall place that sells nothing bu heat related hot pepper products.

yes, it is..I was there last Friday...had a chocolate martini, which I had heard about and never tried. Not my cup of tea, but the Boathouse is as funky and fun as always...went to Hamilton Grill the week before, there is a thread somewhere that describes it. edited to add: here it is: http://forums.egullet.org/index.php?showtopic=23487

Here's a link that will give you an overview. http://forums.egullet.org/index.php?showto...=0entry161592 David, it's Lorenzo's near the train station, and its filled with smoke, but wonderful steaks. I disagree with Truimph..not a fan of most of their beers, and unimpressed with the food. I'd second Tiger's Tale, Conte's ,and add Asajehi for sushi..two locations, one by Bank street, another by Kalluri Corner near...Murray Street? Hoagie Haven end of town. I enjoy Main Street Bistro in the Princeton Shopping Center. I think Olives is ridiculously overpriced. I've had nice appetizers at Mediterra, but hit or miss on entrees. I like Tiger noodles, more upscale chinese at Sunny Garden on Route One behind the Marketfair mall. Carousel for hangovers. Blue Point Oyster Grille has been consistantly above average, next to Nassau Street seafood..but horrific waiting times,so we rarely go. Fine dining..I'd go to Rat's in Hamilton, about 20 minutes away. or head to Lambertville, about 15 miles away. And, here's another link for a newer discovery of mine, the Griggstown Quail Farm ( suppliers to D'artagnan) http://forums.egullet.org/index.php?showto...=0entry530148

I'm a fan of this as well, and it is hard to find. Even regular diet is hard to find in cans...I'm able to get the diet raspberry in 2L bottles in central NJ. I'm a diet coke addict, and this drinking the diet raspberry made me feel virtuous, considering my massive caffeine intake from that habit.

Some very interesting trips..to answer Robyn's inquiry, I'm not planning at any specific time..our schedules this coming year, I suspect, will allow for long weekends but no real "chunks" of time to get away, so I thought it might be a good idea to get some ideas and start some research. I hope other egulleters ignore my "east coast" specifications, and add their favorite foodie vacations..might be helpful to others. I'm intrigued by Montreal, that will certainly be a destination. ( to the NYC suggestions, I live within an hour of the city, so that's a frequent day trip...and while I heartily second Katie's NewHope/Lambertville/Buck's County suggestion, I live in Lambertville. ) thanks all, keep 'em coming.

Yes, to all of the above. Not in white tablecloth places, however..but being on a perpetual trying to loose weight mode, I hate wasting calories on what I suspect will be mediocre food. Out this weekend, stuck looking for a place for a quick Saturday lunch..in an area filled with chains. Went to a Lone Star Steak Grille Bistro Pub , ordered the always serviceable chix ceasar...forgot to order dressing on the side, and it was inedible. I'm afraid you suffer indirectly from too many of these types of experiences...although again, I would trust a certain caliber restaurant to dress my greens properly.

I like the big green eggs...but don't want to make a decision until I see the K's...I like how they look. Jasopn. Alan has been great, but he has an extensive travel schedule, so its been hard hooking up.

Yeah, they don't have any official dealers in NJ, they suggest you post on the website to visit a K owner nearby..but I've heard some places have them available to purchase, ( at killer mark-up,, I suspect..I just want to see it) I thought it would be worth a shot, figured lots of folks are in and out of grill.patio shops this time of year....my husband would prefer seeing it in a retail situation instead of someone's backyard. edited to add thanks, Tommy