So I decided to rank the fifteen regional brewpubs that I’ve visited at least once within the past year according to atmosphere, food and of course beer (Atmosphere 0-2pts Food 0-3pts Beer 0-5pts). The highest possible score... (28 replies, last updated by letseat714 February 4, 2008)

than the usual corn rubber. Call me a gringo.) The most interesting and delectable item was, indeed, the quesadilla flor de calabaza (did I get that right?); I believe the squash was sauteed, and I’ll have to try one where... (21 replies, last updated by annieb September 10, 2002)

Well, I must say that, for the most part, I had the opposite experience at Auberge de L’ill. I expected much, much more from a three star restaurant and a $400 dinner check for two. My lobster dish was poached lobster in... (1 reply, last updated by Richard February 6, 2002)

No words can adequately describe L’Atellier de Joel Robuchon — yet that is what one must attempt to do, so . . . Nestled with the MGM Grand Hotel, we arrived on time for our reservation and were seated within moments... (60 replies, last updated by OCKevin December 31, 2007)

on the weekend, the market is perfumed with a not particularily pleasant eau de pork. Fresh chorizo – Raw, it had the soft consistency of liverwurst with a pumpkin colored sausage. It had the most porcine flavor with a touch of... (1 reply, last updated by rworange December 20, 2008)

For more hoppy golden/blonde belgian ales that are on the dry side have him try: Chimay Cinq cents (white label), Poperings Hommelbier, Augustijn, De Dolle Arabier, De Ranke XX Bitter, or Duvel. (13 replies, last updated by moto April 13, 2009)

: Kiningshoeven Quad (draft) - a little too sweet, but good dairy/butter finish Carolus Tripel (draft) - strong citrus, banana, but nice balance De Ranke XX bitter Belgian Golden Ale – kinda boring, just hops, La Chouffe... (8 replies, last updated by Robert Lauriston April 28, 2008)

. And I think these beers are major advances in the world of beer—I love many of them, and even in Belgium, beer capital of the planet, brewers are experimenting with hoppier beers (e.g. De Ranke XX Bitter, a “Belgian... (16 replies, last updated by Ralphus January 11, 2008)

Boon Kriek Ayinger Celebrator Spaten Optimator Avery Barlywine Victory Old Horizontal De Ranke XX Bitter Unibroue Ephemere (38 replies, last updated by Boris Carlitov December 19, 2004)

According to their most recent email, Deep Ellum has five different Belgians on tap as of last week: Brasserie De la Senne “Taras Boulba” (Belgium) De Ranke "XX Bitter" (Belgium) Brasserie de Geants “Saison... (27 replies, last updated by fecalface February 20, 2009)

group to investigate. First the beer, which is outstanding. I wound up having four different drafts and loving all of them, from the caramel complexity of the McChouffe (Belgian brown) to the balanced hoppiness of the De Ranke XX... (21 replies, last updated by tdaaa January 13, 2009)

and delicate in the mouth, austere pink grapefruit flavors dominated by steely minerals, chalky finish with bitter quinine aftertaste. EXCELLENT Pierre Moncuit Cuvée de Réserve Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru RM Champagne Le Mesnil... (0 replies, last updated by Melanie Wong December 29, 2000)

with melted fontina cheese that was incredible. The combination of the smooth creamy cheese with the bitter raddichio was perfect. We also had a salad topped with stilton blue and fresh apple slices. The contrast of the cheese... (2 replies, last updated by gina November 4, 2004)

of preference: Rankings 1. Rianxeira Boquerones en aceite de oliva – Spain 2. Albo Sardinas en aceite de oliva virgin extra – Spain 3. Cabo de Penas Sardinillas en aceite de oliva – Spain 4. El Corte Ingles Sardinas en... (13 replies, last updated by KevinB November 6, 2006)

expensive. Ristorante Calanova, Via XX Settembre 13, tel 045/8008309, closed Tuesday all day and Wed lunch. Very modern, minimalist yet luxe décor. All seafood menu. Amuse of mussels which were alleged to be fabulous. Starters... (0 replies, last updated by GretchenS October 27, 2005)