Want me some Chicken and Waffles

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let's start a revolution

After the New York Times mentioned this place as one of the places to go to in 2011, I knew I had to try this place. While the NYT is not always the go-to source food places in Durham, or any where in fact, I had heard really good reviews about Revolution in downtown Durham. We only went there for late-night dessert and drinks, but I must say that this is one pretty restaurant. Revolution would not be out of place as a super overpriced midtown or downtown New York place. The food itself is interesting and delicious to say the least, but the portions and prices are less than ideal, especially in an area with lots of students. It's not completely out of range with appetizers in the mid-low teens and entrees in the upper twenties to lower thirties, but not something most college students can do frequently. The dessert I had was a chocolate cake with cayenne pepper for a little spice and chocolate butter on top. At first I thought the butter was ice cream, but after realizing it was at room temperature I discovered it was butter. The cayenne pepper really elevated the dish, giving it a little punch to each bite and cutting through the creaminess of the chocolate and butter. The lychee drink I had was too strong for my taste, but the lychee taste was good. Overall, it was a good experience, but I think to make a final judgment I really need to go there for a whole meal.

I think I'll go to Boston

During my quick trip to Boston a few weeks ago, I was fortunate enough to get a taste of Henrietta's Table near Harvard Square. We went on a Sunday morning for lunch, and unsurprisingly there was a long line of people waiting. After about a 20 minute wait, we were finally seated. Despite the busyness, the service is pretty good, and of course most importantly, the food is delicious. True to its motto of honest, good New England food, the menu is comforting, casual brunch food. I had eggs benedict with a hash of red flannel (not sure what this is actually, but it's some sort of meat) with cranberry walnut bread on the side. (love the presentation as well) The eggs and hollandaise sauce were amazing as was the cranberry walnut bread. The hash made sense with the eggs, but after a little while it got too greasy and rich. Next time, I want to try the Poached Eggs and Baked Harrington Ham on Anadama Bread with Asparagus. Overall though, great meal, especially for the extremely reasonable price.

a little night music

Beyu Caffe is a nice little late night cafe with live jazz music in downtown Durham. It's a cozy place with some delicious desserts. Unfortunately, you have to pay a cover for the live jazz band, the service is spotty, and the wait can be long. They serve dinner, desserts, and dessert drinks, some of which are really great. They have interesting combinations like mint chocolate drinks with peppermint schnapps, Godiva hot chocolate liqueur, and whipped cream. I'm not sure it's good enough to go again given the price and service, but the hot chocolate and crepes that I had were really delicious.

The Nasher Revisited

The last time I went to the Nasher Museum Cafe I regretted not taking pictures of all the deliciousness. I got the same sandwich, a "sweet and salty" panini with prociutto, warm apples, gruyere, and compote with quinoa on the side. For dessert I had dark chocolate mousse with raspberries on the side. Pictures below that will make you salivate.

guglehupf

Before winter break, M and I went to Guglehupf in Durham for a post-final brunch. I had only gotten bread from there, but their brunch menu is great.