Baltimorewx Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 Check out this Caprese pie from Tall Tales! Yum! 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattie g Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 6 hours ago, Baltimorewx said: Sounds like a good stout...let us know how it is, and what the ABV is out of curioisity. I will likely stop at Ten Eyck on the way to the beach in about 2 hours here...supposedly they have a chocolate cherry beer on tap It was fantastic. Really thick, not overly sweet nor oaky, and incredibly well balanced. Honestly one of the best Aslin stouts I’ve ever had, which is saying a lot given the quality of their stout/barrel program. They say it’s 10%, but I think that’s the ABV of their base stout; though as stouts age in barrels, like spirits, their ABV tends to increase. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MillvilleWx Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 Thinking of trying a new spot next Friday when I'm off of mid-shifts. I'm debating whether to do something in town, or try a spot in Odessa. Until then, just some light eating for me. Mids destroy my appetite. Would you guys want some authentic Mexican to see, or a big juicy steak? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.J Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 Ok so the local farm where we have our CSA and get all our plants at also has a micro brewery on site. Anyways they bring in food trucks on Saturday and Sunday's. Tomorrow they are having a new truck called Pop-Up-Poutine We may just have to venture down there. I love Poutine as does the older Miss J. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toolsheds Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 3 minutes ago, Mrs.J said: Ok so the local farm where we have our CSA and get all our plants at also has a micro brewery on site. Anyways they bring in food trucks on Saturday and Sunday's. Tomorrow they are having a new truck called Pop-Up-Poutine We may just have to venture down there. I love Poutine as does the older Miss J. I saw that truck at Linganore last weekend, but by the time i got in line, they were sold out. :-( 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.J Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 2 minutes ago, toolsheds said: I saw that truck at Linganore last weekend, but by the time i got in line, they were sold out. :-( They will be at Mad Science in Adamstown tomorrow. AKA Thanksgiving Farms on Rt. 85. Noon -4. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wxdude64 Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 11 hours ago, MillvilleWx said: Thinking of trying a new spot next Friday when I'm off of mid-shifts. I'm debating whether to do something in town, or try a spot in Odessa. Until then, just some light eating for me. Mids destroy my appetite. Would you guys want some authentic Mexican to see, or a big juicy steak? Either, but I'll lean Mex if you are taking votes lol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vastateofmind Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 On 4/16/2021 at 3:13 PM, mattie g said: Meeting my best friend at Aslin Alexandria this afternoon to try the (accidental) 4-year-aged bourbon barrel stout they have on tap. We’ve had a few beers together over the last year (probably hung out 4-5 times outside), but definitely haven’t been to a bar-restaurant. Both of us are fully vaxxed at this point. Hanging out outside without much worry on a cool spring Friday should be pretty awesome! So how was Aslin, @mattie g? Mrs. V and I have had it on our list for, like, FOREVER, but still haven't made the just-over-one-mile-trip up Van Dorn Street to actually visit! A hyper-local brewery, and we still haven't hit it. I've read up on their brews numerous times, and it sounds like they typically have a great selection of stuff on hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.J Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 GF Santa Fe Chicken skillet with GF corn bread. Both new recipes that were a big hit. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LP08 Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 On 4/16/2021 at 3:13 PM, mattie g said: Meeting my best friend at Aslin Alexandria this afternoon to try the (accidental) 4-year-aged bourbon barrel stout they have on tap. We’ve had a few beers together over the last year (probably hung out 4-5 times outside), but definitely haven’t been to a bar-restaurant. Both of us are fully vaxxed at this point. Hanging out outside without much worry on a cool spring Friday should be pretty awesome! I’ve noticed Aslin has been getting some beers in the local Safeway here recently. Always been a fan of their stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattie g Posted April 19, 2021 Share Posted April 19, 2021 On 4/17/2021 at 6:36 PM, vastateofmind said: So how was Aslin, @mattie g? Mrs. V and I have had it on our list for, like, FOREVER, but still haven't made the just-over-one-mile-trip up Van Dorn Street to actually visit! A hyper-local brewery, and we still haven't hit it. I've read up on their brews numerous times, and it sounds like they typically have a great selection of stuff on hand. It was good to go back, if nothing else! As an admitted beer geek, Aslin has been the "local" go-to for me and my buddies over the last five years or so, and we're currently members of the Mug Club. Their quality has definitely gone down in the last couple years, though it's still good to very good - just not what it once was. It's definitely worth a trip, but they have a much larger variety outdoors, where they pour from cans only. You can get beers inside, but the tap list is pretty limited. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MillvilleWx Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 Going to take my wife on a dinner date in Grapevine, TX on Friday at Bob's Steak & Chophouse. It's a 5 hr drive from Midland, but I want to make this a dinner date that she and I will remember forever. I'll be sure to post pictures of our wonderful night. Two more midnights to go! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vastateofmind Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 Fresh salmon grilled on the cedar plank last night...rub some light (or dark, depending on your taste) brown sugar on each filet, top off with Wegmans or any brand cracked pepper seasoning. Grill for 13 minutes on a pre-soaked (for up to half hour) cedar plank. So simple, so good! 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattie g Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 1 hour ago, vastateofmind said: Fresh salmon grilled on the cedar plank last night...rub some light (or dark, depending on your taste) brown sugar on each filet, top off with Wegmans or any brand cracked pepper seasoning. Grill for 13 minutes on a pre-soaked (for up to half hour) cedar plank. So simple, so good! Looks great! I've always wondered what the cedar actually contributes, as I've never had cedar-plank salmon. I've been wanting to do it on the BGE for a while now, but just haven't gotten around to it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vastateofmind Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 31 minutes ago, mattie g said: Looks great! I've always wondered what the cedar actually contributes, as I've never had cedar-plank salmon. I've been wanting to do it on the BGE for a while now, but just haven't gotten around to it. The cedar adds a unique flavor....closest I can come to describing is slightly smoky tasting/smelling, but not overwhelmingly so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poolz1 Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 4 hours ago, vastateofmind said: The cedar adds a unique flavor....closest I can come to describing is slightly smoky tasting/smelling, but not overwhelmingly so. Agreed, the cedar plank is my go to for grilling salmon. Great taste and the soaked plank keeps the thinner parts of the fillet from drying out. Looks delicious! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.J Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 New recipe tonight. Chili Lime Chicken with Chorizo rice. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baltimorewx Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 Surprisingly good barrel aged beer from Diamondback. I’m surprised at how strong the bourbon flavor is since the brew is “only” 8.6%. That’s relatively low for an imperial bourbon barrel aged but it was aged 15 months. I like it! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonjon Posted April 23, 2021 Share Posted April 23, 2021 My pizza contribution. Ramp and pepperoni. I'm surprised how much I love the ramps on pizza. Was a big hit last night at the pub. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nw baltimore wx Posted April 23, 2021 Share Posted April 23, 2021 56 minutes ago, jonjon said: My pizza contribution. Ramp and pepperoni. I'm surprised how much I love the ramps on pizza. Was a big hit last night at the pub. Man, that looks really good. Are pizzas a permanent menu item at the brewery? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonjon Posted April 23, 2021 Share Posted April 23, 2021 51 minutes ago, nw baltimore wx said: Man, that looks really good. Are pizzas a permanent menu item at the brewery? For now we're just doing Thursday night pizzas. Will probably add more nights as we go down the road. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.J Posted April 24, 2021 Share Posted April 24, 2021 Korean beef bowls with pickled veg and Kimchi. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nw baltimore wx Posted April 25, 2021 Share Posted April 25, 2021 Yum. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toolsheds Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 10 hours ago, wxtrix said: when i was a kid, salmon came in cans and my mom would make patties and fry it up. I hated them, but i did love the crispy salmon cake crust.I use Nick Stellino's method for pan frying salmon to get a crisp crust on the salmon itself, which takes me back to the good part of those childhood salmon cakes. i served it with with lemon-zested rice, and sauteed squash and onions. Me Too! Nothing like a salmon cake made in a cast iron frying pan. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.J Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 So last night had a trio of goodness. Oven Baked Spicy BBQ Chicken Quarters with Alabama white sauce for dipping with corn pudding and Brussels sprouts salad. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vastateofmind Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 6 hours ago, Mrs.J said: So last night had a trio of goodness. Oven Baked Spicy BBQ Chicken Quarters with Alabama white sauce for dipping with corn pudding and Brussels sprouts salad. It all looks amazing (as usual), but that corn pudding looks particularly tasty....haven't had that for many years, and it was a staple growing up in northern PA! Is your Brussels sprouts salad a cold or hot presentation? Regardless, I suspect @wxtrix would like that sprouts salad a whole lot... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.J Posted April 27, 2021 Share Posted April 27, 2021 19 hours ago, vastateofmind said: It all looks amazing (as usual), but that corn pudding looks particularly tasty....haven't had that for many years, and it was a staple growing up in northern PA! Is your Brussels sprouts salad a cold or hot presentation? Regardless, I suspect @wxtrix would like that sprouts salad a whole lot... It is served at room temp. And have never had corn pudding but as it has no flour only corn starch in it, it is gluten free friendly. 3 hours ago, wxtrix said: i would like the recipe for sure! I actually hate almost every vegetable, but i'm married to someone who loves them, so i cook them in all kinds of ways and he's the happy recipient. Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad And that salad looks very yummy! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vastateofmind Posted April 28, 2021 Share Posted April 28, 2021 8 hours ago, wxtrix said: i would like the recipe for sure! I actually hate almost every vegetable, but i'm married to someone who loves them, so i cook them in all kinds of ways and he's the happy recipient. now that I'm vaccinated and it's safer for me to shop in person, i'm going to make this again--Pati Jinich's mango, tomato, tomatillo, basil and jalapeno salad (after being dressed with the red onion/jalapeno vinaigrette): recipe: https://patijinich.com/mango-tomato-tomatillo-basil-and-jalapeno-salad/ WOW, this looks incredible....and TY for linking to the recipe, totally trying this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MillvilleWx Posted April 30, 2021 Share Posted April 30, 2021 I completely forgot to post this magic of a dinner my wife and I had last Friday for our date night. Better late than never. Anyway, the dining experience was something I couldn’t have dreamed of. They rolled out the red carpet at Bob’s Steak & Chophouse. World class all the way. First course was a Lobster Bisque for myself which was smooth as velvet with huge chunks of lobster in the middle. Fresh cracked pepper was done on top which brought the dish together and added a touch of spice. It was the perfect pairing with my German Riesling that was Devine and had a nice sweet finish to counter the salt and richness of the bisque. Wife had the crab cake and a homemade remoulade which was def a top tier crab cake as the filling was minimal and reminded me of home on the bite I had. She enjoyed it thoroughly. Dinner for my wife was based in perfection with the essence of cooking only seen in the top tier places in the country. A beautiful 8oz Wagyu Filet Medium-Rare served with skillet potatoes and a peppercorn onion gravy, along with a giant glazed carrot that I think I fell in love with by accident. The meat was from Snake River Farms, a world class cattle ranch in the US that supplies top tier American Wagyu. Exquisite, especially my wife on her first bite had an out of body experience for a second haha My dinner was a king feast of prime 32oz Tomahawk style ribeye that was both appealing to the eyes, as well as my taste buds. Medium-rare perfection with rendered fat all the way through, creating a majestic dining experience that truly made me feel like a royal engorging on a premium delicacy. Butter basted on the finish with salt and pepper as seasoning. The cow did not die in vain. This part was mostly my wife since my stomach was still processing the bovine I just consumed, but the bites I had pretty much took me to a paradise of sweet. A Banana Rum Bread pudding with a caramel cream sauce, topped with French Vanilla bean ice cream. You ever just take a bite of something so good, you stop eating for a second to revel in the presence of a true palatable bliss? This was that moment. Dessert is ruined for me thanks to this. I probably heard a chorus of angels in the background upon review, but it was probably the soft ambient music of the dining room. No matter, this was the brilliance of everything brought together to round out a spectacular meal. But....there’s one more thing to share. For our spirit enthusiasts.... A night cap of Eagle Rare Reserve 10 Year on the rocks. Smooth and a lovely bite on the backend to give you that true whiskey experience to pull the palate forward and launch your taste buds into the throes of bliss. I can’t express to you how wonderful this finish was to a truly fantastic meal. If you are EVER in the DFW area, this is the spot for something special, other worldly in terms of dining elegance, and a true treat that will make you wonder, “Where the hell has this been all my life?” From service to food to management rolling out the red carpet for a an experience like no other, Bob’s is the way to go!! . 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SomeguyfromTakomaPark Posted April 30, 2021 Share Posted April 30, 2021 Silvestre's in Silver Spring near 4 corners. $16 for an entire peruvian chicken + 2 large sides and sauces. Amazing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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