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    Per Se

    in New York: Dining

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    We have dined at Per Se every year since they opened...and until this year the meals have been ethereal. Yes, the prices have risen very often but the quality of the meal, in our estimation, has also. HOWEVER, this year has been the first time we are questioning whether or not we should return. That is very sad for us to consider. Would more people (who have eaten at Per Se previously and again this year) share their experience and their suggestions? It is almost as though Chef Keller has other projects and is not as hands on with every detail as before...and also as though they are lowering the ingredients of some of the dishes to save money (as they continue to raise prices)...do they think no one notices?? So sad...

    Wedding Rehearsal Dinner in April

    in New Jersey: Dining

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    My son is getting married at Highlawn Pavillion in April on a Sunday. They are looking for suggestions for a dinner on Saturday evening in a private room for 21 people with good food (liquor included if possible) close to West Orange since that is where out of town guests will be staying. They are on a budget. All suggestions are appreciated. Thanks in advance.

    Please suggest simple meal near Fanueil Hall - for Feb 13th and 14th

    in New England: Dining

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    Hi...Thanks...Problem solved..think it will either be Kingfish Hall (they have lunch and dinner or Sel de la Terre...thanks a lot...Sadly, Durgin Park has disappointed us ...we went to college in Boston many, many years ago and now come up every Feb for the Beanpot. We usually come up on Monday, have a late lunch and go to both hockey games... This year we decided to arrive on Sunday and make a mini vacation...thus, the quandry of where to eat. So thank you everyone who responded.. :smile: :smile:

    Please suggest simple meal near Fanueil Hall - for Feb 13th and 14th

    in New England: Dining

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    Hi..We are coming to Boston from this Sunday midday until Tues morning and staying at Marriott's Custom House so we can go to the Beanpot on Mon night. We plan to eat a late lunch on Monday at Kingfish Hall but we wonder if anyone has suggestions within walking distance for a great, healthy sandwich place for Sunday...or any other healthy suggestions...Thanks in advance... :smile: :smile:

    Red Sky Restaurant in Southwest Harbor

    in New England: Dining

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    Sadly, we had some major disappointments last September.

    We go every September and have been loving Thurstons for years...Now the owners leased out the restaurant several years ago but it was still excellent...until 2009 when the renters opened another place (Gilleys) where they spent much of their time...no one was in charge at THurstons..and we will not return...can you believe their lobsters were overcooked and disappointing....

    We also find Red Sky has a disappointing menu and is a bit high priced...for what is offered...

    So what did we enjoy...the Claremont hotel restaurant- Xanthus...The wine bar next to Red Sky...what a pleasure and then we drove to Town Hill...had sub sandwiches at their Deli and at Town Hill Bistro in TOwn Hill...

    Best Fine Dining Restaraunt in NJ

    in New Jersey: Dining

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    sorry but for "really fine dining" I go to NYC. We have had so many disappointments at places like Nicholas (beef on a number of occasions full of fat and gristle...this is the best in NJ??)...how about a wine bar in New Brunswick with no white wine that was not super dry??

    I have been sad about this for years...but too many dreadful experiences that are quite costly are just a turnoff.... :hmmm::sad:

    Wedding Rehersal Dinner in April 2011

    in New York: Dining

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    I would like to hear people's experiences doing rehearsal dinners to help us plan for next April. Good food is important to us as is reasonable price. I read that Lupa does private parties...since I have had some not great experiences (attitude, not food) with Mr. Batali's restaurants, I wondered if anyone has dealt with them. The wedding will be on Sunday afternoon and evening in New Jersey. Thank you in advance..all experiences appreciated. smile, smile

    Per Se

    in New York: Dining

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    Hi...I am still in my serene "after Per Se" mode. We consider this meal a weekend away...and go at least once a year to celebrate special occasions...Still amazing, still unbelievable. Old standards are still on the menu but if possible, I think the meal was even better. One of my favorites, the desserts are better...there is a new pastry chef..and the surprises are wonderful..We tasted 2 of their ice creams..chocolate made by Mast Brothers in Brooklyn that was excellent as was the coffee ice cream...both outstanding. I admit I was concerned about the change with the departure of Jonathan Benno and the addition of Eli Kaimeh to Chef de Cuisine. Not to worry..he was excellent...and those Parker House rolls are still there. We had asked for the lobster sous vide and it is amazing..I just wish they would keep it on the menu always...such a special way of cooking...and our wonderful waiter, Andrew,(surely there must be a better word for the so kind and knowledgeable people who instruct and make certain that your dinner is outstanding there) suggested an outstanding wine that was perfect for us.

    However, the most special course were the sweetbreads. They were just amazing. I cannot even describe how special they were. They brought out the dish before plating it and the aroma was excellent as was the puff pastry covering the dish. I have eaten them in restaurants for many years and these were the most superb I have ever had. SO thank you Mr. Kaimeh and Mr. Keller and continue to keep your quality. :laugh::biggrin: :biggrin:

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