MarieShedsky
Princess in Training
- Joined
- Sep 15, 2010
So, we ventured out to the opening day of Food and Wine 2017, and continued eating our way around the world the next day as well. My brother and mom did most of the tasting, with me somewhat joining in (I'm local and can get it whenever though, and since this is their vacation I only snuck a bite or two while they enjoyed). Here's our review of the booths so far!
Greece- Loaded Greek Nachos: both though it was really good. The decent size serving made it a really good value. Would recommend- brother is already wanting another round of this one. 9/10
Craft Beer- Zesty cheeseburger and cheddar cheese macaroni handwich: Hard to eat as an actual sandwich. Mom found it a little too spicy for her tastes, brother says it has spice but not too overwhelming. The bread is like a unsalted pretzel. More macaroni than cheeseburger. Could have used more meat in brother's opinion. Fair value because it's filling. 6/10
Costal Eats- Seared Scallops: scallops cooked very well, the succotash is tasty. Chipotle sauce is not too spicy, just adds a little flavor. 8/10.
Costal Eats- Lump crab cake: Good, crab flavor is very strong, slaw also had good flavor, but some pieces are a little big which made it hard to eat. Brother says, "Not disappointed that I tried it but not one I'd necessarily get again". 6/10
Wine & Dine- Pulled Duck Confeit: Generous portion of duck, ragout is good, good value for the price. Duck confeit with polenta from last year was a little better (it was a favorite) but the portion of duck is bigger this year and is still good. 8.5/10
Cheese Studio- stand was very unorganized. Asked our order several times, and checked guests receipts multiple times (to the point that the guests were telling them other people's orders). Cheese trio: smoked salmon pinwheel with Boursin shallot and chive cheese- ok, nothing special. Worst of the 3. Strawberry Macaron with Boursin pepper cheese- didn't taste any pepper. Profiterole topped with Boursin garlic and fine herbs cheese and orange apricot jam: better as one bite. Each thing was decent, but it wasn't a great value and there wasn't a ton of cheese for being a cheese trio. 5/10
Cheese Studio- Boursin cheese tart: delicious. Very good value. Crust is good. Very filling. Mom wants it again, and soon. Says it was a great breakfast but (perhaps a negative if wanting to try many things or not sharing) made her very full. 9.5/10 mom, 8.5/10 Joe.
Belgium- Braised beef with smoked Gouda mashed potatoes: Liked mashed potatoes. Meat isn't fall apart tender, but still tender. Gravy is good, good veggies.
Belgium-Belgian waffle with warm chocolate ganache: whipped cream melted fast. Maybe temp on waffle maker was too high because outside is crisp but inside mushy (I haven't had problem in previous years). Flavor was good. Delivers what you'd expect. 7-7.5/10.
Greece- Loaded Greek Nachos: both though it was really good. The decent size serving made it a really good value. Would recommend- brother is already wanting another round of this one. 9/10
Craft Beer- Zesty cheeseburger and cheddar cheese macaroni handwich: Hard to eat as an actual sandwich. Mom found it a little too spicy for her tastes, brother says it has spice but not too overwhelming. The bread is like a unsalted pretzel. More macaroni than cheeseburger. Could have used more meat in brother's opinion. Fair value because it's filling. 6/10
Costal Eats- Seared Scallops: scallops cooked very well, the succotash is tasty. Chipotle sauce is not too spicy, just adds a little flavor. 8/10.
Costal Eats- Lump crab cake: Good, crab flavor is very strong, slaw also had good flavor, but some pieces are a little big which made it hard to eat. Brother says, "Not disappointed that I tried it but not one I'd necessarily get again". 6/10
Wine & Dine- Pulled Duck Confeit: Generous portion of duck, ragout is good, good value for the price. Duck confeit with polenta from last year was a little better (it was a favorite) but the portion of duck is bigger this year and is still good. 8.5/10
Cheese Studio- stand was very unorganized. Asked our order several times, and checked guests receipts multiple times (to the point that the guests were telling them other people's orders). Cheese trio: smoked salmon pinwheel with Boursin shallot and chive cheese- ok, nothing special. Worst of the 3. Strawberry Macaron with Boursin pepper cheese- didn't taste any pepper. Profiterole topped with Boursin garlic and fine herbs cheese and orange apricot jam: better as one bite. Each thing was decent, but it wasn't a great value and there wasn't a ton of cheese for being a cheese trio. 5/10
Cheese Studio- Boursin cheese tart: delicious. Very good value. Crust is good. Very filling. Mom wants it again, and soon. Says it was a great breakfast but (perhaps a negative if wanting to try many things or not sharing) made her very full. 9.5/10 mom, 8.5/10 Joe.
Belgium- Braised beef with smoked Gouda mashed potatoes: Liked mashed potatoes. Meat isn't fall apart tender, but still tender. Gravy is good, good veggies.
Belgium-Belgian waffle with warm chocolate ganache: whipped cream melted fast. Maybe temp on waffle maker was too high because outside is crisp but inside mushy (I haven't had problem in previous years). Flavor was good. Delivers what you'd expect. 7-7.5/10.
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I hope they don't run out of cider when we're there because that flight is on my list!
