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		<title>Nobhill Tavern (Las Vegas, NV)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Now here’s a treat! We had one of the most relaxing, enjoyable meals of our stay in Las Vegas at Nobhill in the MGM Grand. Chef Michael Mina brings a bit of San Francisco to Vegas, and it’s fantastic. From great food, to great service to comfortable surroundings, this is a must on your list! The [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Now here’s a treat! We had one of the most relaxing, enjoyable meals of our stay in Las Vegas at Nobhill in the MGM Grand. Chef Michael Mina brings a bit of San Francisco to Vegas, and it’s fantastic. From great food, to great service to comfortable surroundings, this is a must on your list!</p>
<p>The restaurant itself is hip but also very inviting. Neutral colors, low lighting, and plush seats envelope you in style and comfort. Warm &#8220;San Francisco&#8221; sourdough bread is brought to your table to start you off, served with a selection of organic butters. As the butter melts into the hot, perfectly chewy roll–the ultimate comfort food–you know just how much you’re going to be cared for. </p>
<p>The menu boasts a number of tantalizing starters and appetizers, such as Cheese Fondue with the restaurant’s signature sourdough bread, or an equally tempting and enormous Shellfish Platter. We chose the Charcuterie Board, featuring delectable smoke meats and sausage, tangy cheeses, and incredibly mouth-watering marinated olives. Served with warm foccacia bread and a selection of mustards, this starter was perfectly satisfying. The whole grain and lavender mustards were particularly noteworthy–I could have eaten them up with a spoon. </p>
<p>Our selections for the main course are certainly worth writing home about! My dining companion had the famous “Michael’s Lobster Pot Pie.” And yes, it is as rich and decadent as it sounds. The pie features a Two Pound Maine Lobster, Fingerling Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and a rich Brandy Cream sauce. Presentation is part of the fun: Our server arrived at our table with a large pot fit with a pastry “lid” atop a wheeled cart. The tender, golden crust was cut from the pot and placed on the dinner plate. The pie “filling” was then ladled in generous spoonfuls over the crust: heaps of sweet lobster meat, tender potatoes, and beautiful vegetables, all artfully presented. It is a monster of a course, but absolutely fantastic in every aspect! </p>
<p>For myself, I chose the Crispy Skin Japanese Snapper served over Butternut Squash Risotto, Chanterelle Mushrooms, and a Red Wine Butter Sauce. The flavors were so wonderful and complementary! I especially enjoyed the contrast of the salty, crispy snapper skin with the sweet, creamy butternut squash risotto. Based on the attention to detail and flavor in the dishes we ordered, you surely cannot go wrong with any of the entrees. And there are many offerings to tempt you (including non-seafood options), from seasonal tasting menus, to courses like  Suckling Pig with Perigord Truffles, Red Snapper  with Cauliflower puree, and a twist on comfort food: Whole-Fried Chicken For Two Truffle Mac N’ Cheese and Onion Jus.</p>
<p>Lest I forget, our meals were accompanied by a sampling of creamy mashed potatoes in various flavors: sour cream and chive, curry, mustard, horseradish, and classic. Served “family style,” this  &#8220;side&#8221; was an unanticipated delight. I personally loved the exotic curry flavor and hot horseradish, while my dinner companion&#8217;s top choice was the sour cream and chive. Truly, there’s something for everyone here!</p>
<p>Nobhill features a good wine list, with plenty of tantalizing white wines to whet your seafood-inspired palette. There are choice reds, to be sure, but I feel you can never go wrong with a crisp, French Chardonnay, with that distinctive mineral undertone. Perfection!</p>
<p>How did we manage to have dessert, you ask? How could we not, I say, based on the calibre of the rest of our meal! I was delighted to find a twist on my favorite, crème brulee; the Cinammon Spiced Creme Brulee with Crisp Brown Sugar wafer combined the rich creaminess of crème brulee with my favorite spice. My chocolate-fiend companion enjoyed every bit of the decadent Valhrona Chocolate Soufflé with Milk Chocolate-Espresso Ice Cream.</p>
<p>Service was flawless. Our server was knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and attentive and kept the evening relaxing and laid back.</p>
<p>We recommend dining at Nobhill and will make it a priority to return there on our next Vegas trip.</p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"><strong>Overall Dining Experience</strong></span><br />
We give Nobhill Five Stars - Outstanding!</p>
<p><em>For more information or to make reservations, visit <a href="http://www.mgmgrand.com/dining/nobhill-californian-restaurant.aspx" target="_blank">www.mgmgrand.com</a> or call (702) 891-7337.</em></p>
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		<title>Joël Robuchon (Las Vegas, NV)</title>
		<link>http://www.smallbarrels.com/2007/02/restaurant-review/joel-robuchon-las-vegas-nv</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2007 16:08:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[In short, there is nothing like Joël Robuchon At The Mansion. The heavy doors to the dining room separate you completely from the ding-ing, whirling, beeping, flashing slot machines that are otherwise the hallmarks of your Vegas experience. You enter into a space of supreme elegance in mauve, lavender, and black. Plush, velvety fabrics, a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In short, there is nothing like Joël Robuchon At The Mansion. The heavy doors to the dining room separate you completely from the ding-ing, whirling, beeping, flashing slot machines that are otherwise the hallmarks of your Vegas experience. You enter into a space of supreme elegance in mauve, lavender, and black. Plush, velvety fabrics, a crystal chandelier, and an intriguing wall of greenery surround you. The space is small, intimate, and graceful, much like the food–truly little works of art–that you will be served.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.smallbarrels.com/wp-content/uploads/joel-robuchon.jpg" alt="" title="Joel Robuchon" width="279" height="199" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-432" />Famed French Chef Joël Robuchon has created a menu “degustation” unparalleled by any restaurant in Vegas, and likely by any restaurant in North America. From the decadent 13 course list, to the exquisite delicacy of the ingredients, to the soaring bill you will face when all is said and done, Robuchon is far more than a meal; it is an unforgettable event.   </p>
<p>Named simply after the central ingredient, the offerings on the degustation menu for our visit included Le Caviar, La Truffe, Le Boeuf de Kobe, and La Langoustine (Robuchon’s signature). Each course is delicate and presented with the exacting hand of an artist. The dishes and trays chosen for each course reflect the color, texture, and ethnic inspiration of the ingredients. Flowers garnish ambrosia-like concoctions. Sauces are dotted onto your plate with geometric precision. No luxury is spared, as dishes accompanied by gold leaf or marked by more caviar than one can readily consume surely attest.</p>
<p>The food defies description and must be experienced to truly understand why Robuchon is known throughout the world as the “Chef of the Century.”  If you do go, stop to savor each bite, as every one is a revelation of complementarity and balance. Robuchon seems to gravitate toward unusual, delicately flavored foamy concoctions. He liberally accompanies dishes with fine truffles. By course number 9 or 10, you wonder how on earth you are going to manage. It is all rather too much, really. For the stomach, for the palate, for the brain. But then again, of course it is. Robuchon, on the surface so alien to Vegas, is in fact right at home–in its appeal to your inner Hedonist. </p>
<p><img src="http://www.smallbarrels.com/wp-content/uploads/joel-robuchon-restaurant.jpg" alt="" title="Joel Robuchon Restaurant Las Vegas, NV" width="320" height="187" class="alignright size-full wp-image-431" />The wine list is, to be sure, out of this world. But the varied flavors on the tasting menu make picking the perfect wine a challenge, if not impossible. With a desire to match at least most of the courses and to indulge in a wine as fine as the meal, we selected a Burgundy –Cote de Nuit, Dom Rene Engel 2002.  Our sommelier was supremely knowledgeable, and as French as they come–an unusual encounter in a city as American and over-the-top as Vegas. And of course, the fleet of servers and attendants is constantly clearing away this, and refilling that, before you even know your needs. The service is so good and attentive it is almost too good, taking perhaps a fraction of intimacy away from the meal.</p>
<p>You are presented with a menu tied in a delicate ribbon as a keepsake. Each guest is also given a huge (no exaggeration here) loaf of brioche as a token of thanks, highly unnecessary, highly decadent–actually, a fitting conclusion.</p>
<p>We certainly recommend dining at Joël Robuchon to those who love food, cooking, wine, and fine service &#8211; it is simply an extraordinary experience. </p>
<p><strong>Overall Experience</strong><br />
We give Joël Robuchon Restaurant 5 Stars &#8211; Outstanding!<br />
Joël Robuchon Restaurant is located in the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino, 3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109. For more information or to make reservations, call (702) 891-7925 or visit www.mgmgrand.com.</p>
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		<title>Gotham (Vancouver, BC)</title>
		<link>http://www.smallbarrels.com/2004/11/restaurant-review/gotham-steakhouse-vancouver-canada</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2004 16:50:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>karin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gotham Steakhouse and Cocktail is a high-end steakhouse in downtown Vancouver, Canada. At Gotham, you find yourself in a glamorous speakeasy-the kind that probably only exists in a highly romanticized version of history. But who cares? To the tune of some live, hot jazz - you're going to have a steak dinner... Read more of the Small Barrels review!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://www.smallbarrels.com/wp-content/uploads/gotham-restaurant.jpg" alt="Gotham Restaurant" title="Gotham Restaurant" width="200" height="246" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-374" />There&#8217;s something dark, elegant and suggestive of extravagance in the name Gotham. Gotham Steakhouse and Cocktail is a high-end steakhouse in downtown Vancouver, Canada. As its name might suggest, the interior of the restaurant is dark, elegant and yes, even somewhat extravagant in its brooding glamour. Tones of rich, chocolatey brown abound on the walls and in the furnishings, larger than life artwork evokes a stylized version of the swing-jazz era. </p>
<p>The menu is brief and honest as should be expected from a restaurant under the same ownership as Hy&#8217;s Steakhouse. At Gotham, there is even more emphasis on serving the best version of traditional steakhouse fare. You are offered simple appetizers, like shrimp cocktail, fried calamari, oysters, crabcakes, beefsteak tomato and red onion salad with blue cheese. We highly recommend the Caesar Salad; we&#8217;re always seeking out a version with the best spin on this familiar recipe (must include copious quantities of garlic, of course). Gotham&#8217;s take on Caesar was a hit.</p>
<p><div id="attachment_375" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 210px"><img src="http://www.smallbarrels.com/wp-content/uploads/gotham-steakhouse.jpg" alt="Gotham Steakhouse &amp; Cocktail Bar" title="Gotham Steakhouse &amp; Cocktail Bar" width="200" height="253" class="size-full wp-image-375" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Gotham Steakhouse &#038; Cocktail Bar</p></div>Accompaniments to your steak main course (would you really choose anything else?) are served &#8220;family style&#8221; to share. To put this in perspective, even the potato was supremely shareable and at the recommendation of our server, this is precisely what we did. Half of an enormous, Baked Idaho potato was served to each of us. Even looking at this beast gave me carpel tunnel syndrome. We soon stopped gawking and started eating as we drowned this perfectly baked treat in butter and sour cream.</p>
<p>The steak was quite divine. Devoid of decorative sauces or distracting spices, we were served generous portions (the porterhouse being consumed next to us nearly tipped the table) of perfectly medium rare, beefy goodness. Definitely a steak worth writing home about and coming back for.</p>
<p>We accompanied this much anticipated meal with an absolute treat &#8211; the Torbreck RunRig 2001 (Barossa Valley, Australia). This wine is a true gem &#8211; a deeply-coloured, full-bodied shiraz with intense flavours of berry, espresso and spice and a wonderfully long finish. It is sure to please palettes that seek out the bold and the beautiful! You need something big to go with your honest-to-goodness steak at Gotham, so go large and get the RunRig or something like it (if you can!).</p>
<p>We recommend Gotham for its swing-era ambience, friendly service, and food that does not pretend to be anything other than it is &#8211; simple, top quality, and awesome.</p>
<p><em>For more information or to make reservation, call (604) 605-8282 or visit www.gothamsteakhouse.com.</em></p>
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		<title>Fifty Two 80 Bistro (Whistler, BC)</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 16 Oct 2004 01:50:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>karin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Fifty Two 80's a-little-bit edgy menu is seafood-inspired, with daily creations served up from the bounty of the Pacific Ocean. We were urged to begin with a taste from the "live-action seafood bar" featuring prawns, freshly shucked oysters, lobster and other tasty bites. We sampled crab and lobster "raw shots" - amazingly tender morsels of these tender shellfish were actually served in a shot glass on a tiny bed of frisée lettuce. ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="size-medium wp-image-127 alignleft" title="Fifty Two 80 Bistro" src="http://www.smallbarrels.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/fifty-two-80-nm-300x240.jpg" alt="Fifty Two 80 Bistro" width="300" height="240" />Visiting the Four Seasons Whistler&#8217;s Fifty Two 80 Bistro as we did in October requires a bit of imagination. Whistler is, after all, a skiing town and the white stuff isn&#8217;t truly in its element for a few more months. We therefore had to imagine throngs of people clad in snowflake patterned sweaters layered over thermal underwear turtleneck tops sipping beverages après ski by the fireplace in the large lounge at the restaurant&#8217;s entrance. Of course, our reverie could just as easily place gentlemen in classy suits and ladies in little black dresses sipping cocktails amidst this lounge&#8217;s luxurious leather furnishings and tasteful décor. Though described as a casual restaurant, the décor and menu will not disappoint those in the mood for slightly a &#8220;finer&#8221; experience.</p>
<p>The décor of the main dining room is fresh, modern and inviting. Warm, earthy, and peachy tones are complemented by wood accents that reflect the glow of the open stone fireplace. (There is also a fireplace outdoors for al fresco dining in the summer months.) Everything at the Four Seasons Whistler, including the Fifty Two 80 Bistro (named, incidentally after the 5280 foot elevation of Whistler&#8217;s famous Blackcomb Mountain), is attractive and in impeccable shape at this relatively new hotel.</p>
<p>Fifty Two 80&#8242;s a-little-bit edgy menu is seafood-inspired, with daily creations served up from the bounty of the Pacific Ocean. We were urged to begin with a taste from the &#8220;live-action seafood bar&#8221; featuring prawns, freshly shucked oysters, lobster and other tasty bites. We sampled crab and lobster &#8220;raw shots&#8221; &#8211; amazingly tender morsels of these tender shellfish were actually served in a shot glass on a tiny bed of frisée lettuce. These tasty teasers are also served with homemade specialty sauces - I definitely recommend the  tantalizing, fresh, green goddess sauce.</p>
<p>Seafood is king at Fifty Two 80. Sure, the daily changing menu serves up share of chicken, prime rib(and even turkey with stuffing on the Canadian Thanksgiving holiday which occured while we were there), but restaurant specialties here revolve around things with gills or some mode of breathing under water. We visited the Bistro twice during our stay at the Four Seasons and sampled several items from the menu. Between those two visits, for first-courses (following seafood &#8220;raw shots&#8221;), we enjoyed a Golden Beet Salad with lightly breaded, warmed goat cheese and a tarragon dressing, House Smoked Wild Salmon on potato blinis with dill cream, and steamed mussels accompanied by frites and a spicy mayonnaise dip. Seafood reigned for our main courses. Generously sized garlicky prawns with a refreshing tomato salsa served with a mixed green salad was one evening&#8217;s choice &#8211; and then the highly recommended Black Cod with sweet corn and chanterelles. Desserts were rich and indulgent, such as the simply and aptly named &#8220;Chocolate&#8221; &#8211; a medley of chocolaty treats such as a Bailey&#8217;s and chocolate fudge morsel and sour cream and chocolate chunk ice cream.</p>
<p>We found the wine list to be rather small and quite focused upon British Columbia wines. It provided an interesting  rather than stellar selection. We had the Cedar Creek Platinum Reserve Chardonnay, 2002 on the first night, which was notable for its light, non-oaky taste. The next night, being in an eclectic and celebratory mood, we began with Sumac Ridge Brut from the Okanogan Valley &#8211; not exactly a creamy Champagne, but a still a nice beginning to a meal. We then took advantage of the half bottle offerings and had both the Blue Mountain Chardonnay 2001 and the Cedar Creek Estate 2002 &#8211; the second better than the first.</p>
<p>Service was quite good &#8211; very friendly, and servers had good knowledge of the menu. As for dress code, think presentable (change out of your ski gear), but not overly formal.</p>
<p><strong>Overall Dining Experience</strong><br />
We give Fifty Two 80 4 Stars &#8211; Excellent!</p>
<p>For more information or to make reservations, call (604) 935-3400 or visit <a href="http://www.fourseasons.com/whistler/dining.html">http://www.fourseasons.com/whistler/dining.html</a></p>
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		<title>Alan Wong&#8217;s (Honolulu, HI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2004 07:00:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>karin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Alan Wong's offers an intriguing fusion of Asian influenced cuisine with native Hawaiin ingredients, all inspired by French technique. The incredibly creative dishes and stellar service make Alan Wong's one of the most sought after restaurants in Honolulu. Notable dishes include the Ginger Crusted Onaga and the Red Wine Braised Short Rib of kalua pig.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Located in Honolulu, Hawaii Alan Wong&#8217;s offers an intriguing fusion of Asian influenced cuisine with native Hawaiin ingredients, all inspired by French technique. The incredibly creative dishes and stellar service make Alan Wong&#8217;s one of the most sought after restaurants in Honolulu. Notable dishes include the Ginger Crusted Onaga and the Red Wine Braised Short Rib of kalua pig. We were so impressed by Alan Wong&#8217;s that we visited twice during our week-long vacation!</p>
<p>In order to sample a wide variety of dishes about which we&#8217;d heard so many rave reviews, we ordered the 5-course Menu Sampling ($65 per person) and were basically blown away at each stage. The flavors were so vivid and appealing, and the presentation absolutely extraordinary!</p>
<p>To begin, we had the &#8220;Soup and Sandwich&#8221; appetizer. The smooth soup consisted of chilled vine ripened red and yellow tomatoes and was creatively presented in a martini glass, which we were told to boldly sip from if we wished. The soup was accompanied by a thin slice of fried parmesan meant for dipping. The flavor of the soup, as well as the parmesan strip, was simply wonderful. It paired perfectly with the other creations of this appertizer, namely a mouth-watering, tiny grilled sandwich stuffed with kalua pork and truflles. The soup and sandwich also came with three delicate pieces of Nori Wrapped Tempura Ahi served with a delightful Tomato Ginger Relish. This was just the start, and we were already won over.</p>
<p>The next course was the much talked about Ginger Crusted Onaga with Miso Sesame Vinaigrette, and Shiitake Enoki Mushroom Corn. This was very good, although not our favorite dish of the evening. However, many native Hawaiins we spoke with about Alan Wong&#8217;s absolutely raved about the Onaga. We found ourselves in raptures over  the next course, Pan Roasted Day Boat Scallops with Sauteed Spinach and Mushroom, with a Truffled Foie Gras Coulis. With every bite, you were keenly aware of the freshness and quality of the ingredients. And what a decadent combination!</p>
<p>Just when you thought the menu could not possibly surpass itself, The Red Wine Braised Short Rib with Sauteed Mushrooms and Macaire Potatoes was served. The meat, kalua pig, was prepared to absolute perfection. It was a most tender morsel that melted in the mouth, infused with the red wine sauce and bursting with its own rich flavor.</p>
<p>As you read, you&#8217;re likely thinking &#8211; what wine on earth do you pair with this variety of dishes and flavors? We couldn&#8217;t think of the perfect partner, so we just chose a great wine for its own sake -  a rich, deep-colored, and very impressive 2001 Shirvington. It was fantastic and did in fact complement our meal to our satisfaction.</p>
<p>All things must come to an end, but Alan Wong knows how to do this with panache as well. For dessert, we sampled the rightfully famous Chocolate &#8220;Crunch Bars&#8221;, made of layers of Macadamia Nut Crunch and Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse. Also, a mouthwatering, rich and creamy Lilikoi (Passionfruit) Cheesecake graced our dessert plate. We paired our desserts with cups of 100% Kona Coffee, and may just move to Hawaii for the java. Served in individual French presses, this coffee was paradisiacal.</p>
<p>The Sampling Menu allowed us to taste a variety of his creations, but it also demonstrated that there is little if anything that this chef can&#8217;t do. No matter what you choose to eat, your visit to Alan Wong&#8217;s is sure to be a memorable one.</p>
<p>Now, a few important notes on logistics: First, reservations are highly recommended. Though we were seated at our reservation time, we have heard from reliable sources that a considerable wait (half hour) may even be experienced even with reservations. If this happens to you, BE PATIENT. It&#8217;s worth it! For reservations or for more information, call 808-949-2526.</p>
<p>Second, Alan Wong&#8217;s is located on the third floor of a small building on South King street. Parking is tight in Honolulu in general, and the myriad of one-way streets are a challenge to navigate. You may consider taking a cab, or making use of the valet parking for the parkade below the building.</p>
<p>However you get there, get there! An awesome experience.</p>
<p><strong>Overall Dining Experience</strong><br />
We give Alan Wong&#8217;s Five Stars &#8211; Outstanding!</p>
<p>Alan Wong&#8217;s is located at 1857 S.King St., Third Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii. For reservations or for more information, call 808-949-2526 or visit <a href="http://www.alanwongs.com">www.alanwongs.com</a></p>
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		<title>California Grill (Disney World, FL)</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2003 14:59:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Located in Walt Disney World’s Contemporary Resort overlooking the Magic Kingdon, the California Grill is your destination for contemporary American cuisine. The menu is aptly described as “Pacific Coast melting pot” with its contemporary Californian creations and in-house sushi chef. The dining room itself is dominated by the large open, “on stage” kitchen concept. Food [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Located in Walt Disney World’s Contemporary Resort overlooking the Magic Kingdon, the California Grill is your destination for contemporary American cuisine. The menu is aptly described as “Pacific Coast melting pot” with its contemporary Californian creations and in-house sushi chef. </p>
<p><img src="http://www.smallbarrels.com/wp-content/uploads/california-grill-1.jpg" alt="" title="California Grill Restaurant" width="320" height="225" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-410" />The dining room itself is dominated by the large open, “on stage” kitchen concept. Food preparation is a performance in plain view, with energetic chefs slicing, dicing and shouting orders, and kitchen staff rushing around with lots of hustle and bustle. The décor is contemporary but warm, with lots of dark granite and rich woods. Lantern-like lamps are hung throughout the restaurant adding a pleasant, amber glow. </p>
<p>The perimeter of the dining room consists almost entirely of windows affording a unique of the expansive Walt Disney World property, especially the nearby Magic Kingdom theme park. You may wish to request a seat close to the lounge area where the Magic Kingdom and particularly, its incredible nightly fireworks display are best seen (check the schedule for fireworks show times as they may vary). Though you will not be assured a prime window seat when you make priority seating arrangements, apparently you may have some success by arriving a few minutes before your seating time and putting in a request. We didn’t bother as the restaurant was incredibly busy, particularly by the coveted prime viewing area. And as it turned out, we had a great view of the fireworks after all. When the show began, the restaurant lighting dimmed, the show’s music was piped into the dining room, and, at our server’s urging, we joined several other fellow guests who moved to a more advantageous viewing point. We stood and watched the beautiful display from this vantage point “above” the show for a few minutes; no “window seat” was necessary for this unique glimpse.</p>
<p>Believe it or not, beyond the views there was also food! For our own culinary adventure, we began by sampling the Sonoma Goat Cheese Ravioli with Sundried Tomato Nectar and Mushrooms and a simple Romaine salad with a mild Caesar dressing. </p>
<p>For the entrée, both my dining companion and I had the Beef Filet with Tamarind Barbecue Sauce, Whipped Potatoes and Snap Peas. While the filet was pleasingly tender, we were disappointed that the flavor was somewhat overshadowed by the powerful, zesty-sweet tamarind sauce. Though the sauce was hardly offensive, we felt that it could have been more subtle. Of course, we are beef purists and not everyone may share this particular predilection.</p>
<p>For dessert, my dining companion enjoyed the decadent hot chocolate lava cake, while I had the “homemade” pineapple, mango and kiwi sorbet medley. The sorbet was very fruity and a nice, fresh finish to the rest of the meal.</p>
<p>Our overall experience at the California Grill was very good. Service was friendly and attentive, although we must point out that the dining room was very busy and at times flagging our busy server down proved challenging. Take note – this is a very popular restaurant, filled with couples and families eager to experience the hip yet accessible fare, and of course, the fireworks. We certainly recommend that you take advantage of Disney’s priority seating service prior to your visit.</p>
<p><strong>Overall Experience</strong><br />
We give California Grill 3 Stars- Very Good</p>
<p>California Grill is located in Disney’s Contemporary Resort (Orlando, Florida). For more information, visit http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/resorts/contemporary-resort/dining/california-grill/</p>
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		<title>Nectar (Las Vegas, NV)</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 09 Aug 2003 17:42:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>karin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Trendy, contemporary, hip. These are the words that will no doubt occur to you when you walk into Nectar at the Bellagio hotel, struck with the sight of strange stalactite-like pillars and walls painted in a blend of colors. The ambience is more high energy than intimate with its open kitchen concept and brightly lit [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Trendy, contemporary, hip. These are the words that will no doubt occur to you when you walk into Nectar at the Bellagio hotel, struck with the sight of strange stalactite-like pillars and walls painted in a blend of colors. The ambience is more high energy than intimate with its open kitchen concept and brightly lit adjoining cocktail lounge, and there is a slightly crowded feel in the single room dining area, especially if you are seated at a table in the center.</p>
<p>At Nectar, you will find dishes typically offered in fine American restaurants, with an emphasis on interesting combinations and modern presentation. The menu offers familiar starters such as Caesar Salad, and clearly recognizable beef and chicken dishes as entrees – the usual suspects, but prepared with care and presented quite attractively. The 8 oz filet mignon, for instance, was tender and flavorful accompanied by sauteed oyster mushrooms and shallots, and potatoes romanoff with a delightfully crispy exterior. The notable feature of  this dish was the intriguing rich, sweet port sauce generously dressing the beef. My dining companion had the hearty 14 oz prime rib. Resting in a pool of au jus, the beef was served with shallots, a warm corn and bean salad, and deep fried potato wedges. The accompanying creamed horseradish sauce was pleasantly zesty.</p>
<p>The wine, a 2000 merlot, was pleasant although not exceptional. I must say that though there was nothing wrong with Nectar, the menu was pricey, especially when compared to the exceptional menus and elegant ambience of Bellagio’s other fine restaurants.</p>
<p>Overall, the food was quite good at Nectar, and our waiter was exceptionally pleasant. The whole experience was overshadowed by the finest of the fine that Bellagio has to offer – a perhaps unfair comparison. You may want to visit Nectar earlier in your trip before trying the likes of Prime, Aqua and Picasso.</p>
<p>Another bit of valuable advice  &#8211; make reservations for Nectar as far in advance as possible. We were fortunate to secure a table here after we arrived in Vegas, but unable to get into other restaurants at Bellagio on short notice. Late reservations at popular Bellagio restaurants are a gamble, so hedge your bets and book early!</p>
<p><strong>Overall Experience</strong><br />
We give Nectar 3 Stars- Very Good</p>
<p>Nectar is located in the Bellagio Hotel, 3600 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109. For more information or to make reservations, call 702-693-7223 or visit www.bellagio.com.</p>
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		<title>The Buffet at Bellagio (Las Vegas, NV)</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2003 17:36:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>karin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bellagio’s Buffet offers a large dining area, pleasantly lit and decorated, and including the requisite Keno runners. But it’s not the décor that you’ll be writing home about. The emphasis here is on food. Let’s just say that it may well be more economical to list what you can’t find at Bellagio’s buffet rather than [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bellagio’s Buffet offers a large dining area, pleasantly lit and decorated, and including the requisite Keno runners. But it’s not the décor that you’ll be writing home about. The emphasis here is on food. Let’s just say that it may well be more economical to list what you can’t find at Bellagio’s buffet rather than what you can.</p>
<p>From prime rib to pizza to pastry, almost nothing is amiss. The Buffet’s food stations are set up in the center of the restaurant with hot foods lining the back wall and cold foods in front. Hot foods include standard breakfast fare, such as scrambled eggs, sausage and bacon. Omelets and eggs can also be made to order. But The Buffet goes beyond what you would probably prepare for breakfast, like hot, juicy slices of prime rib or roast lamb carved for you upon request. Delectable thin crust wood-fired pizzas are also available by the slice, topped with the usual pepperoni slices and mushrooms or more inventive combinations such as jalapeno, jack cheese and fresh-chopped cilantro.</p>
<p>An impressive variety of chilled seafood is also available and, by glancing at the plates of other diners heaped with discarded seafood shells, this is clearly the hallmark of the buffet. We sampled huge, juicy American Gulf shrimp, gargantuan king crab legs and delicious pieces of tender smoked sturgeon.</p>
<p>An array of breads, muffins and pastries is displayed just in front of the hot food stations. You’ll also find a full salad bar, and large bowls of fresh fruit, such as strawberries, melons, and ruby red grapefruit sections. Of course, you’re in Vegas, so don’t forget about dessert, even if you are having breakfast! Make a hot fudge sundae at the soft ice cream station topped with rich bits of toffee, or take that slice of apple pie. You’ve eaten enough for three already, why stop now?</p>
<p>Note that no reservations are taken, but expect to wait in long lines during peak mealtime hours before being seated. Bottom line? If you’re going to do a buffet while in Vegas, go a little upscale and choose the Bellagio. You won’t regret it, although you may need to be rolled back to your room.</p>
<p><strong>Overall Experience</strong><br />
We give The Buffet at Bellagio 4 Stars &#8211; Excellent!</p>
<p>The Buffet is located in the Bellagio Hotel, 3600 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109. For more information visit www.bellagio.com.</p>
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		<title>Prime (Las Vegas, NV)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2003 17:26:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>karin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Prime accurately describes its décor and ambience as that of a &#8220;1930&#8242;s speak-easy&#8221;. The rich glossy wood of the furnishings, chocolate colored walls, and powder blue draperies evoke a more elegant and stylish time. Despite the overall elegant/retro feel of Prime, oversized art pieces and gigantic vases filled to overflowing with dried flowers inject a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Prime accurately describes its décor and ambience as that of a &#8220;1930&#8242;s speak-easy&#8221;. The rich glossy wood of the furnishings, chocolate colored walls, and powder blue draperies evoke a more elegant and stylish time. Despite the overall elegant/retro feel of Prime, oversized art pieces and gigantic vases filled to overflowing with dried flowers inject a contemporary perspective. Of course, one cannot omit noting the spectacular view offered of Lake Bellagio and its famous fountains through the large windows along Prime’s outside wall. Be aware that the dining room is large with partitions throughout and that you cannot view the water show from all tables. For those wanting this view, we recommend booking as early as possible with your request for a table near the windows. Even still, be prepared to be told that your wish cannot be accommodated at this extremely popular restaurant…but go anyway for the beef!</p>
<p>As promised by the restaurant’s very name, the prime beef served was among the best we have ever tasted. The Aged Peppercorn New York Striploin was grilled to perfection, arriving at our table piping hot<br />
and impossibly juicy and tender. The beef sliced like butter and literally melted on the tongue. The meal was accompanied by sweet and flavorful spaghetti squash as well as an array of sauces for the beef,<br />
including a traditional au jus, bearnaise, and a soy-citrus vinaigrette. The sauces were quite good, but the superb beef really had no need of additional dressing. We each ordered Truffle Mashed Potatoes, a rich, creamy side dish to accompany our steak. Though delicious, we found the portion to be overly generous, and one that could easily be shared by two people.</p>
<p>The experience of Prime’s striploin tends to overshadow other aspects of our meal. However, reaching back into the recesses of our pre-beef life, we recall beginning with a Chilled Shrimp Cocktail. Our decision<br />
to share a single order was wise as the paradox of jumbo shrimp has never been made clearer than by this dish. Four incredibly enormous shrimp were served on a bed of shredded ice and accompanied by both a<br />
traditional cocktail sauce and a more unusual soy citrus vinaigrette. The latter was pleasant, but we preferred the cocktail sauce that delivered just the right amount of zest from fresh grated horseradish.<br />
The chef also offered a tasting of a warm butternut squash soup which was creamy, comforting and mildly sweet.</p>
<p>In an unusual twist, we went with a Pinot to accompany our meal. The Sokol Blosser Pinot Noir 1999 (Oregon) was our server’s suggestion. Since we tend toward bolder cabs and shiraz with beef, we were<br />
pleasantly surprised and intrigued by this unique Pinot Noir whose flavor improved significantly throughout our meal.  (Hey &#8211; if you can’t gamble in Vegas, you’re out of luck from the start.)</p>
<p>For dessert, chocolate reigned in the form of a rich Warm Valrhona Chocolate Cake with homemade vanilla ice cream accompanied by truly excellent coffee.</p>
<p>Our only slight disappointment was in the service experience. It was generally quite attentive, but initially a little confusing. The dining room was quite full, which probably accounts for the longer than usual wait for our main server’s attention and the oversight in not being immediately presented with a wine list. However, the rare Pinot Noir he recommended was worthwhile and performed as he promised.</p>
<p>The food at Prime is exceptional and the ambience/decor alone may even be worth the visit. Our only regret is that, since no other seatings were available during our stay, we could not sample Prime’s versions<br />
of other cuts of beef. Book early (and book often) if you are a beef aficionado!</p>
<p><strong>Overall Experience</strong><br />
We give Prime 4 Stars- Excellent</p>
<p>Prime is located in the Bellagio Hotel at 3600 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109. For more information or to make reservations, call 702.693.7223, or visit www.bellagio.com.</p>
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		<title>Picasso (Las Vegas, NV)</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2003 19:42:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>karin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are looking for unique ambience, just try to trump dining at Bellagio’s Picasso where you sit in the shadow of a $30 million dollar art collection, that of the legendary Pablo Picasso himself. Guests are encouraged to take a stroll through the restaurant after their dinner to admire the rare collection that adorns [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are looking for unique ambience, just try to trump dining at Bellagio’s Picasso where you sit in the shadow of a $30 million dollar art collection, that of the legendary Pablo Picasso himself. Guests are encouraged to take a stroll through the restaurant after their dinner to admire the rare collection that adorns the walls. A meal and art gallery visit, showcasing some of the world’s most coveted art, all in one.</p>
<p>Besides the show stealing artwork, the restaurant offers other charms. For instance, the ceiling in the entrance hall is comprised of an intriguing arrangement of overturned pottery jars. The dining area is a large, spacious room jutting out into several private alcoves. Massive, colorful floral arrangements adorn the center of the dining room while elegant arrangements of cut roses were to be found on every<br />
table. The outside wall of the main dining area is lined with large windows overlooking Lake Bellagio and its famous fountains. Prime tables are located right along the windows for the best view of the stunning water show that runs every fifteen minutes in the evening, an incredible backdrop to a perfect meal.</p>
<p>Lest we forget, food was also served! It was an incredible pleasure to discover first hand how, under the direction of master Chef Julian Serrano, Picasso has earned the prestigious AAA Five Diamond Award of Excellence and the Mobil Five-Star rating. We enjoyed the Five-Course Degustation Menu, and from the very appearance of our amuse bouche(smoked salmon, caviar and crème fraiche on brioche) we were, in a word, transported.</p>
<p>We began with Jonah Crab Salad and a mixed greens with a pleasing vinaigrette. This was followed by the U-10 Day Boat Scallop, a single plump, incredibly tender scallop served with a delicious sauce and an elegant, crisp homemade potato chip.</p>
<p>The next course was the evening’s stellar entrée: a heavenly foie gras with apple, raisin and cranberry compote. The foie gras itself was perfection, with a slightly crisp exterior texture that melted in the mouth. The flavor managed to somehow be light and rich at the same time, and was complemented perfectly by the autumnal medley of the warm fruit compote.</p>
<p>The main entrée was Aged Lamb Roti encrusted in truffles and served with rosemary potatoes, carrots and au jus. The lamb was tender and rich in flavor, counterbalanced by the bitter earthiness of the delicious truffle crust. Every morsel of this dish was, without exaggeration, ambrosial.</p>
<p>For dessert we sampled both the Warm Chocolate Fondant and the Citrus Tart, the former a perfectly rich and comforting conclusion to our meal, the latter a cheerfully colored, refreshing custard wonderfully balancing tartness and sweetness.</p>
<p>The food at Picasso was absolutely superb, matched by its unparalleled service. We were more than simply served, we were attended to by a fleet of servers who ensured that water and wine glasses were never empty, that pesky crumbs were promptly swept from our table cloth, and that our every dining and comfort need was met. Servers managed to be elegant and unobtrusive, yet friendly and accessible.</p>
<p>Stellar. We are counting down the days until our return…</p>
<p><strong>Overall Experience</strong><br />
We give Picasso 5 Stars- Outstanding!</p>
<p>Picasso is located in the Bellagio Hotel at  3600 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109. For more information or to make reservations, call 702-693-7223, or visit www.bellagio.com.</p>
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