JohnnyH

There's been a lot written on this site about this kind of legislation, specifically with regard to the laws passed in NYC not long ago. As I remember, it generated some pretty lively discussion -- people seem to have pretty firm ideas on what they believe on this one. I have a feeling that you and I agree. My own feeling is that bar owners should be free to operate according to their own wishes; I don't mind barring smoking in restaurants. It's tough enought to make a living -- let alone a good one -- in this business. If bar owners thought a blanket no smoking policy was a money maker, they'd have done it on their own.

Heh. When I was in college, my purple bag held a different kind of smoking supplies...

You could always visit lovely, scenic Buffalo. If you're at all interested you could take a ride to the Anchor Bar -- home of the original Buffalo wing. Not sure it's worth a trip on its own though, other than for the novelty factor.

I'll add my voice to the chorus recommending uncovered cooking over high heat. I also suggest that you add a tablespoon of unsalted butter to the oil, letting the foam subside before dropping in the potatoes. Minced garlic and parsley toward the end of cooking for persillade are also really, really good.

Actually, Lou, I think it was directed at me. ← With 3 posts in 9 months, it'll be the dog days of August before we get an explanation. I am trying to be charitable & hoping that the comment was an attempt at a joke that misfired, because otherwise it's pretty darned rude. ← Considering how curious we all still seem to be, perhaps a pm is in order.

I thought so too, but thought I'd wait for you to inquire.

Probably. If not, just tell them to take the Sand Lake Road exit off I-4 and make a left. It's then about 1/2 mile up on both sides of the road. You really can't miss it. On a side note - it may be a little expensive to take a cab from all the way out at Disney to Sand Lake. I'd get a quote first. Orlando is very spread out (similar to LA or Atlanta) If you're on Disney property, make sure you try Jiko at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Also, California Grill and Victoria & Alberts are great but very pricey. In the Dolphin itself, Todd English's bluezoo is ok and Shula's serves a decent high-end steak. DO NOT eat at the Italian place in the neighboring Swan though. You'll be sorry! ← Perfect. Thanks Bill.

Funny -- this thread got my attention b/c I'm also going to be in Orlando the beginning of next month on business. I'm staying at the Dolphin, one of Disney's resorts. If I get in a cab and tell them I want to go to the "Sand Lake Road Restaurant Road" will they know what I'm talking about? Thanks for the help.

One thing to look out for here is adding salt to liquid in the vessel before it has come to a boil. Doing so will almost guarantee pitting -- small white spots that don't affect the pan's function but also don't look so hot. Always make sure the liquid is boiling first.

We've got a set that we bought piece by piece and we love every one of them. I'd love to hear more about the source of your reservations -- buyer's remorse? They are expensive, but as far as I'm concerned they're well worth it.

I tried the Penang on W. 72nd St in Manhattan, as well as the one that used to be on 3rd Ave in the east village. I found both very disappointing and never gave either one more than that one shot. I'm in Morristown now and am happy to hear the E. Hanover branch get good reviews; I'll have to check it out.

Slice the top off a head of garlic, exposing the topless cloves. Douse the head liberally with olive oil and wrap loosely with aluminum foil, forming a tent. Roast at 350 for roughly 20 minutes. No; in my opinion a separate roasting gadget isn't worth it.

Of course -- is there anywhere else you'd recommend we check out? We're going to be staying at Horizons, if that helps.

I've been a few times -- my office used to be around the corner on Park Avenue --and have always enjoyed it, though I agree with previous points about the service. If you go, make sure to get one of the fondues.

Thanks for these. Swizzie Inn and the Hideaway both sound perfect for us...

Holy sh*t you're killing me. I'm not going to be in Harwich until August this year and now I've got this jones to deal with...

Methinks "Best of the Best" doth protest too much... Edited to add: It'll be interesting to see if he/she shows up on any other threads or if this was a one-time appearance.

← Any chance you're affiliated with the joint, Best?

Add my vote to those in favor of option B, though I of course have no problem with dishes that are created to integrate protein and vegetable. The standard "comes with rice and vegetable" though always seems like a tack-on to me, and rarely something I'm interested in.

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Okay, here's a question. The prices notwithstanding (though I'm in general agreement with Tommy here that $100 seems excessive in light of what Luger's charges), how's the food at this place? I've never been, but would definitely give it a shot if it comes with a recommendation.

My fiance and I are going to be in Bermuda this coming May for our wedding. This thread hasn't been updated in a while, and I thought it might be worth waking it up again to see if anyone's got anything else to add. We'll be there a while -- 10 days -- so should have time to give a variety of places a shot. All thoughts/suggestions welcome and appreciated.

Your prices appear to have gotten garbled -- at least on my machine. Can you try reposting? Thx.

Just curious, but any reason in particular it's got to be a guy?

Ah. Sorry about that -- my apologies.