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Montreal Suggestions

by matika 5 years ago

Hi,

My husband and I will be in Montreal for four days between Christmas and New Years and need dining suggestions: wonderful food for dinner, both high end and medium, great local food, lunch/breakfast ideas. Welcome all delicious food ideas. We are from NYC and have not been in Montreal for 30 years so really looking forward to our French/Canadian adventure.

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Netherlands Amsterdam Restaurant Intel

Amsterdam restaurant advice

by matika 5 years ago

I will be in Amsterdam for business/pleasure next month and would love suggestions for dinner. Looking for local food, indonesian, and creative chefs. Coming from Paris so not intereested in French influenced food nor Italian. Mid-range price is great - 50-60 euros. Less exensive a bonus and definitely low-key neighborhood places.

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Chicago Area Breakfast Lunch

Breakfast/lunch near the Palmer House

by matika 6 years ago

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matika commented 6 years ago

Thanks so much. Definitely casual and tasty.

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Chicago Area Breakfast Lunch

Breakfast/lunch near the Palmer House

by matika 6 years ago

Hi,

Heading out to a conference at he Palmer House and wondering about great breakfast/lunch spots within a 10-15 minute walk.

Thanks

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Ireland Music Trip Planning

Western Ireland

by matika 6 years ago

Hi,

My husband and I will be travelling between Doolin and Donegal in June and would love some eating suggestions. Also pub recommendations for music would be a bonus.

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Latin America & C... Colombia Bogota

Bogota/Cartagena

by matika 6 years ago

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matika commented 6 years ago

Thank you - definitely will try

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Latin America & C... Colombia Bogota

Bogota/Cartagena

by matika 6 years ago

Hi,

I will be in Bogota for 5 days and staying at the Sofitel - would love recommendations for dinner. Also, will be in Cartagena for three nights. First trip to Columbia would love to eat wonderful local cusine and not dine at restaurants that are more "international" in their approach

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Middle East & Africa Turkey Istanbul

Istanbul/Kudasi/Cappadocia

by matika 6 years ago

Hi,

We a re about to leave for Turkey and will be in Istanbul, Cappacovca, and Kudasi . Would love to hear from chow hound folks about their favorite places to eat. Have done some research as to Istanbul and opinions appear to be varied.

Thans

Shrinkrap

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Southeast Savannah Charleston

Savannah/Charleston and in between

by matika 6 years ago

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matika commented 6 years ago

Thanks Husk/McCrady's description - Husk it is. Artistically plated I get lots of in NYC. Definitely will stop at Fishnet Seafood

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Southeast Savannah Charleston

Savannah/Charleston and in between

by matika 6 years ago

My husband and I are heading from New York City to Charleston for a wedding and since we have never been, decided to take five days so we also can visit Savannah. We will have time for two dinners in each city and I have made reservations at Old Pink House and Husk (though not sure if we should eat at McCrady's instead). Thinking of The Grey and Figs for the other nights. Would love to hear from people as to their favorites in each city and where we should stop for lunch on the two drives between Savannah and Charleston.

Thanks from two Northeast city folks who love to try regional best when they travel.

My husband and I are heading from New York City to Charleston for a wedding and since we have never been, decided to take five days so we also can visit Savannah. We will have time for two dinners in each city and I have made reservations at Old Pink House and Husk (though not sure if we should e...

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Central South Savannah Charleston

Savannah/Charleston and in between

by matika 6 years ago

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matika commented 6 years ago

Thanks

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Central South Savannah Charleston

Savannah/Charleston and in between

by matika 6 years ago

My husband and I are heading from New York City to Charleston for a wedding and since we have never been, decided to take five days so we also can visit Savannah. We will have time for two dinners in each city and I have made reservations at Old Pink House and Husk (though not sure if we should eat at McCrady's instead). Thinking of The Grey and Figs for the other nights. Would love to hear from people as to their favorites in each city and where we should stop for lunch on the two drives between Savannah and Charleston.

Thanks from two Northeast city folks who love to try regional best when they travel.

My husband and I are heading from New York City to Charleston for a wedding and since we have never been, decided to take five days so we also can visit Savannah. We will have time for two dinners in each city and I have made reservations at Old Pink House and Husk (though not sure if we should ...

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Quebec (inc. Mont... Quebec City

Where to eat in Quebec City

by matika 6 years ago

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matika commented 6 years ago

Thank you so much. We had a terrific dinner last night at ixbistro and plan to try some of these suggestions

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Quebec (inc. Mont... Quebec City

Where to eat in Quebec City

by matika 6 years ago

Am in Quebec City for a few days and would love great eating suggestions.

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Home Cooking

French Seafood Dinner Party Butter Squid Garlic Appetizer Pescatarian Easy

Sautéed Calamari with Parsley and Garlic

by CHOW Staff 4 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

Home Cooking

French Seafood Dinner Party Butter Squid Garlic Appetizer Pescatarian Easy

Sautéed Calamari with Parsley and Garlic

by CHOW Staff 4 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

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Austin BBQ Trip Planning

Best eats near Downtown

by matika 7 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

Thanks to all - we took 15 to Stiles Switch and the East Coast folks were very happy. Afterwards hung out for hours at the Continental Club, terrific Austin evening. For a totally different experience four of us had a subdued dinner at Olamaie - some amazing flavors.

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Austin Breakfast Lunch

Breakfast/lunch near downtown Hilton

by matika 7 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

Thanks to all for your suggestions - Ended up spending most mornings at Royal Blue Grocery for outstanding coffee and Easy Tiger for lunch. Easy Tiger became a favorite spot for lots of folks at the conference.Had time one day for breakfast at the Drikill - delicious huevos rancheros.

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Austin Breakfast Lunch

Breakfast/lunch near downtown Hilton

by matika 7 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

Thanks to everyone for all of the suggestions - heading out tomorrow and definitely explore

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Austin Breakfast Lunch

Breakfast/lunch near downtown Hilton

by matika 7 years ago

Hi,

Off to Austin next week for a conference at the Hilton. Would love some great breakfast/lunch suggestions near-by

Thanks

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Texas Trip Planning

Federicksburg and Texas Hill Country

by matika 7 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

Thanks - we will be in F'burg next Monday/Tuesday. Thanks for the advice about BBQ

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Texas Trip Planning

Federicksburg and Texas Hill Country

by matika 7 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

Thanks to all. We only will be in Hill Country for two nights then off to a conference in Austin. Will check out all of the references.

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Texas Trip Planning

Federicksburg and Texas Hill Country

by matika 7 years ago

My friend and I will be in Federicksburg for two nights and exploring the hill country. Would love home cooking/Texas local food suggestions. We are from New York and DC and can get upscale dining back home.

Thanks for suggestions

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Austin BBQ Trip Planning

Best eats near Downtown

by matika 7 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

Thanks for all of the suggestions. Any advice on where a large group of folks - at least 15- should go; would one of the BBQ places work - wasn't sure if there would be enough seating; or Mexican?

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New Orleans Birthday Dinner

New Orleans trip in May and Birthday dinner

by matika 7 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

You are absolutely right - ita is Autust, Bayona, and Peche. Commander's was booked for the weekend so will do a weekday lunch. Definitely will check out your other suggestions.

Thanks

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New Orleans Birthday Dinner

New Orleans trip in May and Birthday dinner

by matika 7 years ago

Hi,

Heading from New York to New Orleans for the first time to visit my son and celebrate a big birthday. Will have three dinners and thinking of Autumn, Bayou, and Peche. Are there others I should consider. Thought we would go to Commander's for the jazz brunch. All food suggestions would be appreciated. Also - would love some jazz recommendations

Thanks

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Austin BBQ Trip Planning

Best eats near Downtown

by matika 7 years ago

Hi,

I live in New York and will be at a conference in May at the Hilton. Would love suggestions either nearby or a short taxi ride. Open to all types of food but particularly looking for the restaurants that should not be missed and that are local. One night will be going out with a group of friends and looking to spend approximately $60.00 per person. Also, what is the best barbecue where you don't have to wait on line for an hour.

Thanks

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MarcSheldon

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Middle East & Africa South Africa Cape Town

5 nights in Capetown

by matika 7 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

Thanks Erica - we love markets and this sounds terrific. Is it just a morning market - as we have a bunch or excursions planned. Will be sure to give an update when we return

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Middle East & Africa South Africa Cape Town

5 nights in Capetown

by matika 7 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

Thanks Erica. Appreciate your tips. Yes - the taxi ride to la Colombe was a deciding factor. We live in New York City so are spoiled with great food close by.

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Middle East & Africa South Africa Cape Town

5 nights in Capetown

by matika 7 years ago

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matika commented 7 years ago

Thanks Erica,

We actually were trying to figure where to eat on a Sunday. Staying at the Cape Heritage downtown, but the Roundhouse does not seem like a long taxi ride. I was referring to places like La Colombe, which is a long and pricey taxi ride.

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