At Home: Ahi Tuna Two Ways

To go along with the grilled clams we made, Keith also picked up a nice piece of fresh Ahi tuna.  Also known as yellowfin tuna, this fish is a premiere choice for sushi lovers as it has great flavor eaten raw.  Ahi tuna is great when seared or grilled, thus we present Ahi tuna two ways in this next installment of What Micky Eats...At Home.

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We’ve all shared emails and recycled lists of recommended spots - either for an insider’s travel tips to a city, or simply where to eat a good meal in a specific neighborhood. Urbantag gives you a single platform to share places with people you trust, ensuring your favorites are always available, social and fresh.

The Capital Grille Chevy Chase

With several locations across the country, The Capital Grille in Chevy Chase dispels the myth that gracious dining can only be experienced in an environment of gridlock, or that a perfectly prepared, dry aged Porterhouse accompanied by a flawlessly chilled Stoli Doli is an urban-only experience.  Featuring dry aged steaks and a wine list of over 350 labels, The Capital Grille is a classy restaurant great for business meetings, romantic dates, or celebration dinners. Closest Metro is Friendship Heights.

Easter Brunch and Dining Specials

Spring is here! Whether a cozy morning brunch for two or a delicious supper for the whole family, effortless Easter dining options abound in the DC area. Find the perfect restaurant for your Easter brunch or Easter dinner celebration on Opentable - reservations are just a few clicks away, so hop to it!

At Home: Grilled Clams

With this gorgeous Spring weather we are having, Keith wanted to bust out the grill to use for dinner last night. We got a good deal on some seafood from Costco and decided to make our own version of one of my favorite dishes that we had in Majorca, Spain - grilled clams.  Chill a bottle of your favorite white wine and read this next installment of What Micky Eats...At Home.

Cherry Blossom Festival Cherry Picks

View the Participating Restaurants in the National Cherry Blossom Festival for the unprecedented five week Centennial Celebration, March 20 – April 27, commemorating the 100-year anniversary of the gift of trees from Tokyo to Washington, DC. Cherry Picks features delicious cherry and blossom inspired cuisine and cocktails from over 100 of the DC-area’s top restaurants throughout the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Savor the tastes of spring from your favorite restaurant!

El Charrito Caminante

***Special Post by Keith***

If you are looking for some traditional Mexican and Salvadoran food in Arlington you can’t go wrong with El Charrito Caminante. This hole in the wall on Washington Blvd specializes in pupusas and tacos, but you can get other items as well. Step in and you will wonder if you are still in Virginia.  Closest Metro is Clarendon.

Yechon

Looks can be misleading.  With its low-slung roof, brown wood siding, and neon signs, from the outside Yechon could pass for a cowboy bar, but is actually a traditional Korean & Japanese restaurant that is open 24 hours.  Inside, the room is bustling with costumed waitresses pouring beer and ladling soup, and a mixed crowd of animated diners, most of which are young, hip and Korean American.

Stone Manor Country Club

Situated on a 114-acre estate, Stone Manor Country Club is approximately 50 minutes from Washington, DC, Baltimore and Northern Virginia. The 18th century  manor home is elegantly adorned with a majestic staircase, nine fireplaces, period antiques, stone terrace, large garden tent and can graciously accommodate both small intimate groups and large formal functions. Impressive grounds are further enhanced with a historic barn, pond, bridge and gazebo for memorable photographic opportunities.  Innkeepers, Vern and Astra Grams, provide excellent service to this bed & breakfast in Middletown, MD.

VOLT

Less than 50 miles from Washington, DC, Leesburg, Annapolis and Baltimore, VOLT is located in the heart of Frederick's nationally-renowned historic district - an architectural treasure trove of 18th and 19th Century buildings which house hundreds of specialty stores, antique shops, bed & breakfasts and restaurants. Exceptional dining awaits you at VOLT, where Executive Chef Bryan Voltaggio's seasonal entreés showcase classic flavor combinations prepared with fresh, local ingredients.

Sea Catch

Lovers of history and seafood can always find something to tempt the palate at Sea Catch Restaurant & Raw Bar in Georgetown. The surroundings are the essence of DC history and charm - a picturesque corner of Georgetown just steps from M Street, overlooking the beautiful C&O Canal. As one of the best restaurants in Georgetown, Sea Catch offers fresh seafood "simply prepared" in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. Closest Metro is Foggy Bottom.

At Home: SPAM Musubi

Having grown up in Hawaii, I am no stranger to this popular spiced ham and rice snack with origins from Japanese cuisine known as SPAM Musubi.  Pinspired, you voted on which recipe I should attempt for my next installment of What Micky Eats...At Home and this little snack won!   

The Inn at New Hyde Park

Centrally located in Long Island, NY the Inn at New Hyde Park is a banquet and catering facility popular for weddings, bridal showers and sweet 16 birthday parties.  The elegant atmosphere of the interior and the formal dressed staff sets the tone for your special event.  Chef Tony Salluzzi prepares his award-winning cuisine for both the regular restaurant, Brasserie 214, as well as the private events held at the Inn.  Customizable menus are also available.

At Home: Meatloaf Shepherd's Pie

One classic recipe that Keith makes is meatloaf.  The original recipe is from his father, but he has tweaked it to use ground turkey instead of equal parts of ground beef and ground pork.  The unique thing is the final presentation of the meatloaf that Keith's family has introduced me to.  It is their own twist on a shepherd's pie and I'd like to feature it here on What Micky Eats...At Home.

Noodles & Company

Whether it's noodles, pastas, salads, soups or sandwiches, Noodles has something for everyone. Made quickly and served with style, and all for around $7, this fast casual dining spot is convenient for on the go. With several locations currently in the DMV area, Noodles is expanding with 4 new locations in Falls Church, Springfield, Reston, and Chantilly set to open in Spring 2012.

Todai

Todai, which translates to "Light House" in Japanese, is an upscale Japanese Seafood Buffet Restaurant. Todai offers quality food and services at an affordable price paralleled with taste, quality, and variety.  Hailing from Southern California, the closest Todai in the DMV area is located in Fairfax, Virginia.

Cava

Cava is Greek mezze/wine bar/martini lounge that brings a little more upscale eating experience to Barracks Row.  Replacing the former Marty’s restaurant, prepare to indulge in unique Greek-inspired dishes served mezze style—in small plates, but with portions large enough to share. Cava’s mezze-style dining inspires conversation and laughter at the table. The dim candle-lighting and black and white family photos adorning Cava’s charming brick interior walls creates a dark and mysterious atmosphere that appears far from casual to the local patrons of Barracks Row. Closest Metro is Eastern Market.

Favorite Food Pictures of Winter 2012

My main goal for 2012 is to take more pictures of the food I eat at the many different restaurants I try throughout the year.  Even though I write about my food experiences and specifically list everything I eat, it is helpful to see a visual representation of the food first-hand.  And as collected in the WME 2012 Survey, the reader's seem to agree!  Here is a collection of my favorite food pictures from Winter 2012 (December - January - February).