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The Michelin stars for fancy restaurants are handed out by Michelin reviewers. In order that the restaurant does not know that they have a Michelin reviewer dining with them that night the traditional French way of covering this up is for the Michelin reviewers to become anonymous.
Three Michelin reviewers (above) unmasked. Note the cigars in the mouths of the heads. These were removable while dining, but the cigars allowed the reviewers to blend in in fine dining establishments all over France, in the days when people smoked in restaurants.
Six top reviewers setting out to dine anonymously.
Differences of opinion between Michelin reviewers were always settled the old fashioned way.
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The original Michelin Man from 1894. The Michelin Man is white because rubber tires are naturally white. It was not until 1912, that carbon chemicals were mixed into the white tires, which turned them black. The change was structural, not aesthetic. By adding carbon, tires became more durable.
Michelin also began reviewing restaurants so that more people would travel further distances in their cars to eat at these restaurants. This in turn would wear down their tires faster, and force them to buy more.
The star system that Michelin uses goes up to three and is broken down by whether or not it's worth driving to the restaurant.
One star: "A very good restaurant in its category"
Two star: "Excellent cooking, worth a detour"
Three star: "Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey...
[Jon Favreau Chefposting]
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THE NOT-ULTIMATE OBVIOUSLY PARTIAL AND INCOMPLETE GUIDE TO EATIN' IN GOTHAM
So you're coming to Gotham City. Where does the discerning traveler get their nosh on? `Cause there's no WAY that we're eating at TGI Friday's.
Well, you're in luck, friendo. This native is going to spill on some of the most famous places in Gotham, as well as less-known local joints that everyone should try.
LUIGI'S
Best. Fookin'. Pizza. In. Gotham. Yeah, they sell by the slice, but getchaself a pie. It's worth it. Classic sicilian, the crust is JUST a hair thicker than norm, but still bendy and thin - it's just not bendy enough to drop all the toppings on the floor when you pick it up. Best of all worlds, amazing homemade sauce. 10/10.
CHEZ VOUS
Y'know the stereotypes about French restaurants being snooty and overpriced? Yeah, toss `em out the window. Chez Vous is the only French takeout joint I know. It helps that the Tarte A La Tomate is basically a puff-pastry pizza with mustard instead of red sauce. It's all very rustic French, even slipping in some Basque cuisine, and it's all damn good - but the best part is it won't break your wallet. Twelve bucks'll get you through almost any dish on the menu. Also, yes, like half the menu is fully vegan. 9/10, they lose a point for pretending they don't know what you're talking about when you ask for "the French pizza thing".
KATYA'S
Formerly "Katya's Italian Kitchen", 3rd Street. Still called that according to the sign that they haven't changed yet. Just plain good Italian. Homemade pasta, and the mushroom tortellini is perfect. It's an open secret that it's a mafia front, but it stays in business because A) the Zucco family hasn't really done anything outside of white collar crime since Tony Zucco got fingered for murder a decade-plus ago, and B) it's pretty deece. 8/10, a little overpriced but solid, don't spring for the calzones.
BIG BELLY BURGER
There's about twenty locations in Gotham, and if you want fast food, yeah it's damn good. They used to have the HQ here and they still treat their restaurants like they're the 'flagships' for the franchise. Expect a big honkin' slab of steamed meat with gooey white cheese in the middle, whatever veg you want (they nickle-and-dime you for anything past pickle and onion but they have a REALLY impressive selection anyway) and the trademark Big Belly Sauce (which I think is just thousand island without pickle but it's still good). The only weakness here is the fries, which are okay, but not great. 7/10, gives me heartburn every time.
BAT-BURGER
This place gains points from my point of view by relentlessly mocking the asshats who keep trying to make Gotham a worse place to live. WHY YES I WOULD LIKE TO JOKERIZE THOSE FRIES! In all honesty it's a good mid-grade fast food place that gets extra points for proper seasoning on everything. Just don't go to the one in Old Gotham, the manager is constantly drunk and I doubt it's EVER been properly cleaned. 7/10 for most locations, 3/10 for OG.
THE ICEBERG LOUNGE
Okay, y'know how it's an open secret that Katya's is a mafia front? The Iceberg Lounge isn't a secret, it relishes in it. This is Ozzie Cobblepot's one 100% legit venture, which is why it keeps surviving when he gets thrown in the slammer (I think it's technically owned by a separate property management company now, so they can't touch it anymore…). Big band music, glorious art deco themeing, and legit the best seafood in the city. 9/10, if you can afford the splurge it's worth it.
CUBBY'S DINING CAR
This diner has been in business since 1937, and they've barely changed the menu since 1937. That means that yes, you can still get a hot Dr. Pepper here, and yes, it's still gross. No-frills breakfast standards and burgers. The "Cub Sauce" is just chili sauce, it's a nightmare for the digestion but it's almost worth it. Bonus points for having a loose meat "miscellaneous poultry" sammich they call "Skymeat". The owner claims that this is a local thing from West Virginia, I really don't buy it. 5/10, menu is a mixed bag but it's an experience, and they never close which is nice.
LOU'S CANDY SHOPPE
While nominally 'just a candy shop', this place actually has a really good menu. Old fashioned malts and egg creams, Gotham style dogs that are as good as any street cart but prepared in a marginally cleaner environment, and even cheesesteaks (with whiz, always). The walls of Lou's are plastered with Gotham history, which Lou himself refers to as 'his trophies', basically anything that he lived through. 8/10, there's only three tables or this would probably rate higher.
IL-SHAN-TEN
If you want decent Japanese food in Gotham Proper, this isn't a bad spot. It's halfway between an izakaya and a diner, and they make really good donburi. The place used to be a mahjong parlor (hence the name) and it's evidently gotten kinda trendy lately? Expect a crowd, but not a bad crowd. 6/10, a little overpriced, but serviceable.
THE GOTHAM BAR AND GRILL
They say this place used to be good years ago. I don't believe it. As a bar, TGBaG is halfway passable, so long as you don't want a cocktail more complex than a boilermaker. As a grill, it's godawful. Burgers come in two varieties - underdone and burnt. Steaks are stingy, the fish and chips tastes indescribable (and not in a good way, but in a Cthulhu kinda way). Fries are passable. 2/10, avoid, the name does not make it a local institution, and the fact that it's been in business since `39 makes it an anomaly, not a mark of pride.
BLACK BASS BAR
Now this is more like it. Closed from six AM to noon, seedy as all get out but lively and fun. The embodiment of a dive bar. Classic Brit style fish and chips, decent mini pizzas, cheap and greasy. 8/10, no, the bartender won't sleep with you but she's fun to hang with.
FOOD JUNCTON
I think it's supposed to say "junction". Had to end this with my favorite anomaly. This place is right outside the stadium (GO KNIGHTS) and it's literally an old carnival food trailer that the put on a foundation and called good. It serves gyros and kebabs in various forms, all to go unless you want to sit on the curb (which a lot of people do). The only drink they serve is mystery-flavor Kool-Aid. Cheap as balls, homemade tzatziki or "happy sauce" (which is equally homemade ranch that they refuse to call ranch), always good. 12/10, a must-have.
Alright, that's it, if anyone has any requests for a short review I'll add `em in later with a reblog.
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Peking Duck House
Sorry I am so far behind on my restaurant reviews. Peking Duck House is my latest installment. I hope to get a few more finished soon!
Location
1200 E Atlantic BlvdPompano Beach, FL 33060Directions
Reservations & General Inquiries+1 954.946.0436
Email [email protected]
Dress CodeSmart and elegant
Hours Of Operation
Monday – Sunday11.00am – 10:00pm
The long-awaited reopening of one of our favorite local restaurants was disappointing. Driving into the small and completely full parking lot filled me with mixed…
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Concha T Toro Gran Reserva Carmenere 2020
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This superb example of Chilean wine is a must. The grape is grown in the Cachapoal Valley in Chile. An affordable Gran Reserva at an average price of $21.46 CAD, it is rated as 4.0 by over 800 users on Vivino. This app is worthy of a download as it gives you valuable information on a wine by just taking a picture as it sits on the shelf of your favorite wine…
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Brunch at Cafe N' One in Markham
Brunch at Cafe N' One in Markham. #smokedsalmoncroissantsandwich #soufflepancake #wafucarbonara #sogood
Cafe N’ One located at 8366 Woodbine Ave in Markham
This was the second time I dined at Cafe N’ One in Markham, but the first time I’m blogging about them. Last time, the husband and I snuck out for an hour during his lunch break to celebrate his birthday here without the kids (for the first time!). It was such a nice lunch and I thoroughly
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San Francisco Michelin Star Dining: O'
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Savoring the Art of French Cuisine: Ryan Hunter Bluestone on 5 of Chicago’s Top French Restaurants
French cuisine, celebrated for its sophistication and flavors, has found a cozy home in the heart of Chicago. In this post, Ryan Hunter Bluestone embarks on a culinary journey to uncover some of the best French restaurants in the city, exploring their origins, culinary specialties, founders, and the reasons behind their acclaim.
Bistronomic
Bistronomic, established in 2011 by acclaimed Chef Martial Noguier, is a cozy, contemporary French bistro located in the Gold Coast. The menu is a delightful blend of classic French dishes with a modern twist, such as the beloved Coq au Vin and Braised Lamb Shank. Don’t miss the Escargot and consider one of their Dinners for Two. Brunch is quite good as well - bottomless mimosas! Bistronomic is celebrated for its commitment to sustainability and its dedication to delivering French gastronomy with a fresh, farm-to-table approach.
Le Bouchon
Le Bouchon, a charming Bucktown gem, opened its doors in 1993, bringing everything we love about a Parisian bistro to Chicago. The menu is a celebration of hearty French comfort food, including favorites like mouthwatering French Onion Soup, Foie Gras, but a trip to Le Bouchon is an opportunity to order outside your comfort zone. Try the Salad Lyonnaise, Seared Frog Legs, or Roasted Pekin Duck if you are up for something new and delicious. Ryan Bluestone notes that Le Bouchon is renowned for its cozy, timeless ambiance, where diners can savor the authentic flavors of France in an intimate setting.
Chez Joel
Chez Joel, another beloved French restaurant established in 1993, is the brainchild of Chef Joel Kazouini. Located in Little Italy, this charming eatery offers some of the best Mussels I’ve ever eaten and classic French dishes such as Duck Confit and Beef Bourguignon. If you happen to visit during one of our few good weather months, sit outside on the patio if possible. The ambience is really something special. Chef Joel's commitment to preserving the traditions of French cuisine in the heart of Chicago makes this one a must try.
Le Colonial
Le Colonial, founded in 1996, transports diners to the bygone era of 1920s Saigon with its elegant French-Vietnamese fusion cuisine. The city location is a beautiful spot on Oak Street in the Gold Coast and the pricing is as you’d expect in this neighborhood! The menu features delicacies like Goi Cuon and Bo Luc Lac and our guests raved about the Pho and Dumplings. Le Colonial is truly famous for its stunning décor, which replicates the ambiance of a French colonial villa, creating an exotic and luxurious dining experience unlike pretty much any place we’ve been in Chicago.
Mon Ami Gabi
Mon Ami Gabi, part of the Lettuce Entertain You restaurant group, opened its doors in 1998 as a charming French bistro in Lincoln Park. Ryan Hunter Bluestone believes this is one of the most reliably wonderful French meals the city of Chicago has to offer. The bread is worth an entire post on its own, and it just gets better from there. The menu offers the classic French dishes you’d expect along with a broad offering of delicious steaks and fish. On top of the incredible food, Mon Ami Gabi’s welcoming ambiance, impeccable service, and extensive wine list have made this spot a destination for so many celebrations.
In Conclusion
Chicago's French restaurants are more than just great places to dine; they are gateways to the rich culinary heritage of France. Whether you're enjoying the modern twists at Bistronomic or the timeless classics at Le Bouchon, each restaurant on this list offers a unique taste of France. These establishments celebrate the art of French cuisine, where every dish is a masterpiece and every meal is an opportunity to savor the flavors of France in the heart of the Windy City. For more information on the Chicago food scene from Ryan Hunter Bluestone, check out the Chicago Taste Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/chicago.taste/
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Old Brooklyn Cheese Company
If you like cheese, mustard, grilled cheese sandwiches, charcuterie, and more this place is the place for you! OBCC has it all and is absolutely a must try!
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OKO At The Lalit New Delhi: A Must-Try Dining Destination For Asian Food Lovers
Delhiites have a love affair with Asian food, and it’s not hard to see why. The bold flavours, fresh ingredients, and intricate preparation techniques make Asian cuisine a culinary adventure. However, finding an authentic and high-quality Asian restaurant in Delhi can be a challenge. This is where OKO at The Lalit New Delhi comes in, offering a Pan-Asian dining experience that is sure to delight…
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How To Use Google Reviews To Improve Restaurant Sales And Profits?
Google is the most preferred and trusted search engine in today’s world. It offers multiple benefits to a restaurant like free publicity and high ranking in google search engine. This blog discusses the importance of google reviews and how restaurants can use google reviews to their advantage - creating a GMB account; a powerful online presence; asking for reviews; actively responding to reviews and working on the feedback.
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Quick Bites: From Bun Rieu to Wagyu Beef Carpaccio
Have you been keeping up with my foodie adventures? Here are some highlights from the past few months, including crab soup and wagyu steak.
It’s true that I don’t do as many of my full blown restaurant reviews here on Beyond the Rhetoric anymore. That doesn’t mean I’m not still going out there to eat, take pictures, and share my foodie adventures with the online world at large! It’s just that they exist more in the form of quick bites via Instagram. So, just as I shared with some Burnaby eats a few months ago, I thought I’d share…
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The ARA Golden Canal aka “Venice in Korea” continues to expand with new restaurants opening and closing all the time. There is a decent LP theme restaurant and bar that has a friendly English-speaking bartender – a Korean who grew up in the Philippines and got stuck here to do his military service and is still here. They have a great cocktail list and great music and a friendly…
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Hawkers Charlotte Restaurant Review
Hawkers Charlotte Restaurant Review
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Rating: 4 out of 5.
Initially, I didn’t know this Asian restaurant existed until my new friend told me about it very recently. When I heard the name, immediately I thought of an All-American diner that mostly served hamburgers. However, to my surprise, it wasn’t! This was an Asian fusion restaurant that served plenty of dishes catering to many different kinds of…
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Consumers are reading and using reviews, especially Google reviews, more than ever before. That’s why it’s so critical that your restaurant gets lots of reviews and high-quality reviews at that.
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