Chef Roberto was all smiles Monday afternoon. After a protracted period of delays his kitchen, with its imported wood burning oven, was open. The black and white motif of the tables were set off nicely by the hand made brocade banquette seating. We ordered the Antipasti Leoci’s — assorted cold cuts and cheeses, grilled vegetables and oven roasted olives. The surprise — it comes slightly heated, which really brought out the flavor of the Italian salami, prosciutto and mortadella. Then a pasta course, capellini with aglio olio, and a pizza Margherita — all of which will give us another dinner tomorrow night, and probably lunch. Everything delicioso! More details soon. This place is a winner!
Archive for Dining
Ring in the New Year at the Melting Pot
Looking for something a little different to do this New Year’s Eve? How does a four course fondue dinner sound? Oh but there’s more…2 glasses of champagne or sparkling cider, a bottle of wine, and other fun keepsakes, and a digital picture of you and your date in a melting pot frame! Starting at $100 per couple, this sounds like a heck of deal to us. Reservations book quickly, so be sure to get your name on the list. 912-349-5676.
T-Rex Mex, a Delightful Surprise
Here at SavannahBest.com, we tend to feel obligated to try most newly opened eateries. After all, our regular readers expect us to keep you up on the latest nibbling news, even if it’s just another ho-hum tex-mex spot. This one, at 217 W Broughton St., is at least a great downtown location. Well. It was love at first bite! Only a distant cousin to tex mex, and definitely not Mexican, it’s, well, T-Rex, I guess. The pork taco—soft tortilla style—proved to be a large quantity of delicious pulled pork with shredded romaine, fresh-made salsa and jack cheese. The brisket burrito was moist and tender brisket of beef rolled in a honey wheat tortilla with diced roasted poatoes, both black and pinto beans, jack cheese and fresh salsa. And there’s lots more to the menu, which we’ll dive into soon again. Most intriguing: a jerk chicken burrito, a tilapia burrito, plenty of salads and tofu dishes…and more. Try it, you’ll like it!
Thanksgiving at EOS
We can vouch for the excellence of EOS’ Thanksgiving dinners! Went there last year for Turkey Day dinner, and were amazed to find it the all-time best turkey dinner ever! I had only been to restaurants a very few times in decades of gobbling gobblers, all upscale fine dining establishments which left us disappointed at best. Personally, I’d always thought my own, Gran Marnier-herb-butter-basted bird the world’s best (no modesty from me regarding turkey!), and had had many fine dinners at others’ homes, but EOS won the Grand Prize! Here’s their line up for Thanksgiving Dinner:
Butternut squash for the first course, followed by your choice of roasted turkey with cornbread stuffing and a cranberry cream sauce, or prime rib with a horseradish jus. All courses will be accompanied by your choice of side, and don’t forget dessert, baked apples in a puff pastry with Chantilly sauce. Yum!
EOS will be open for only one seating at 1pm. The cost is $30 per person with an optional wine pairing for $15 dollars extra. To make your reservation, call 912-238-2400.
At long last lunch!
…at Alligator Soul! Devotees of this fine food emporium have long clamored for them to open for lunch. Where better to take a client you need to impress, or a sweetheart for a tete a tete…or simply some great food and relaxing atmosphere for a mid-day break in the daily madness. …for their menu, just go to: www.alligatorsoul.com
Italian Wine Dinner
Local 11 Ten will host an Italian Wine Dinner on November 17th. Executive Chef Jeff Rodgers, will introduce you to wines by UVA Imports. This will be the very first time these wines have been poured in the U.S.! What’s on the menu? Think Mussels with gorgonzola, pumpkin swordfish, and braised pork belly…hungry yet? Reception will being at 6:30pm and will be followed by a seated dinner at 7pm. $85 per person includes tax and gratuity. 912-790-9000 for reservations.
Grand Second Saturday Fall Wine Tasting
at our beloved EOS., November 14th. Enjoy over 35 wines with six represenatives on hand to educate and a grand buffet. Advance tickets are $45. 912-238-2400.
New Japanese Restaurant
Heiwa’s has opened at 7401 Skidaway Road. They’re open for lunch and dinner and feature a full sushi bar, beer and wine.
We’ve yet to try this joint, so please let us know if you’ve paid them a visit. We’d love to hear your feedback.
Hendry Wine Dinner at EOS
Don’t miss the Hendry Wine Dinner at EOS, November 3, at 6:30pm. This is a reservations only event that will feature several wines paired with incredible dishes created by Josh Pitts. Winery owner Susan Ridley will be on hand to introduce you to a variety of wines. $65 per person. 1801 Habersham St., 238-2400.
