Eye On Annapolis » Chowin’ Down http://www.eyeonannapolis.net ...it's about the quality of life! Wed, 23 May 2012 17:02:06 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Sin Fronteras Cafe: Fiesta On Forest Drive http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/05/02/sin-fronteras-cafe-fiesta-on-forest-drive/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sin-fronteras-cafe-fiesta-on-forest-drive http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/05/02/sin-fronteras-cafe-fiesta-on-forest-drive/#comments Wed, 02 May 2012 15:22:13 +0000 Lois Villemaire http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/?p=30046 In my opinion, there are a number of great choices for Mexican food in the general Parole area. For instance, we love the burrito bowl at Chipolte, an amazing combination of tastes for the mere cost of $6.37.  Chevy’s delicious fish taco platter is highly recommended, and the newcomer, Plazuelas (located across the street from [...]]]> http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/05/02/sin-fronteras-cafe-fiesta-on-forest-drive/feed/ 2
In my opinion, there are a number of great choices for Mexican food in the general Parole area. For instance, we love the burrito bowl at Chipolte, an amazing combination of tastes for the mere cost of $6.37.  Chevy’s delicious fish taco platter is highly recommended, and the newcomer, Plazuelas (located across the street from [...] Saladworks: It Works For Me http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/04/13/saladworks-it-works-for-me/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saladworks-it-works-for-me http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/04/13/saladworks-it-works-for-me/#comments Fri, 13 Apr 2012 18:19:21 +0000 Lois Villemaire http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/?p=29195 Several months ago, a new restaurant opened in the Annapolis Towne Centre at Parole called Saladworks.  Just the name itself, is right up my alley, and from the first time we went, it has been a favorite!  Bright orange, purple, and green walls decorate the space, along with a poster size picture of the franchise [...]]]> http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/04/13/saladworks-it-works-for-me/feed/ 2
Several months ago, a new restaurant opened in the Annapolis Towne Centre at Parole called Saladworks.  Just the name itself, is right up my alley, and from the first time we went, it has been a favorite!  Bright orange, purple, and green walls decorate the space, along with a poster size picture of the franchise [...] Cafe Normandie: The French Connection http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/04/11/cafe-normandie-the-french-connection/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cafe-normandie-the-french-connection http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/04/11/cafe-normandie-the-french-connection/#comments Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:09:21 +0000 Lois Villemaire http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/?p=28885 In the spirit of supporting downtown Annapolis business, along with a Living Social deal, we decided to have lunch at Cafe Normandie.  This was our first visit, although we had talked about trying it on our frequent walks up and down Main Street.  My husband, Paul has happy childhood memories of crepes, most certainly coming [...]]]> http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/04/11/cafe-normandie-the-french-connection/feed/ 0
In the spirit of supporting downtown Annapolis business, along with a Living Social deal, we decided to have lunch at Cafe Normandie.  This was our first visit, although we had talked about trying it on our frequent walks up and down Main Street.  My husband, Paul has happy childhood memories of crepes, most certainly coming [...] Boatyard Bar & Grill: The Eastport Experience http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/04/09/boatyard-bar-grill-the-eastport-experience/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=boatyard-bar-grill-the-eastport-experience http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/04/09/boatyard-bar-grill-the-eastport-experience/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 20:02:26 +0000 Lois Villemaire http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/?p=28707 There is something about the character of Boatyard Bar & Grill that is very inviting.  It could be the high ceilings and lots of windows that provide a bright and open feeling.  Then, it might be the abundance of interesting wall décor that just screams Annapolis!  We like to bring our out-of-town guests for both [...]]]> http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/04/09/boatyard-bar-grill-the-eastport-experience/feed/ 1
There is something about the character of Boatyard Bar & Grill that is very inviting.  It could be the high ceilings and lots of windows that provide a bright and open feeling.  Then, it might be the abundance of interesting wall décor that just screams Annapolis!  We like to bring our out-of-town guests for both [...] Mike’s Crab House: Paradise On The South River http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/03/26/mikes-crab-house-paradise-on-the-south-river/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mikes-crab-house-paradise-on-the-south-river http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/03/26/mikes-crab-house-paradise-on-the-south-river/#comments Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:04:55 +0000 Lois Villemaire http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/?p=28420 On an unseasonably warm day in March, what could be better than enjoying lunch on the deck at Mike’s Crab House?  Mike’s has been an Annapolis area institution since 1958, and is dramatically located overlooking the South River at the Riva Road Bridge.  The view was vacation-like on that particular beautiful, sunny day with a slight [...]]]> http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/03/26/mikes-crab-house-paradise-on-the-south-river/feed/ 1
On an unseasonably warm day in March, what could be better than enjoying lunch on the deck at Mike’s Crab House?  Mike’s has been an Annapolis area institution since 1958, and is dramatically located overlooking the South River at the Riva Road Bridge.  The view was vacation-like on that particular beautiful, sunny day with a slight [...] On the Road Again At Rams Head Roadhouse http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/03/22/on-the-road-again-at-rams-head-roadhouse/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=on-the-road-again-at-rams-head-roadhouse http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/03/22/on-the-road-again-at-rams-head-roadhouse/#comments Thu, 22 Mar 2012 18:16:59 +0000 Lois Villemaire http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/?p=28390 As a retired Annapolis couple, my husband and I love eating out and enjoying the wonderful variety of restaurants in this area.  Most of the time, we frequent one of our favorite spots for lunch, or we may try an establishment that has just opened or one that is new to us.  We always look [...]]]> http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/03/22/on-the-road-again-at-rams-head-roadhouse/feed/ 0
As a retired Annapolis couple, my husband and I love eating out and enjoying the wonderful variety of restaurants in this area.  Most of the time, we frequent one of our favorite spots for lunch, or we may try an establishment that has just opened or one that is new to us.  We always look [...] Sushi In Deale? Sure Thing http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/03/14/sushi-in-deale-sure-thing/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sushi-in-deale-sure-thing http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/03/14/sushi-in-deale-sure-thing/#comments Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:12:47 +0000 EOA Staff http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/?p=28221 Editor’s note: The following review was sent in by John O. Ludwigson, a reader of Eye On Annapolis. Sushi in Deale? What could be more appropriate for an old Chesapeake Bay fishing village? At Deale Umai Sushi House you can feast on a wide selection of seafoods in the Japanese and Korean tradition. or enjoy [...]]]> http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/03/14/sushi-in-deale-sure-thing/feed/ 0
Editor’s note: The following review was sent in by John O. Ludwigson, a reader of Eye On Annapolis. Sushi in Deale? What could be more appropriate for an old Chesapeake Bay fishing village? At Deale Umai Sushi House you can feast on a wide selection of seafoods in the Japanese and Korean tradition. or enjoy [...] ‘LeveL’ Keeps It Interesting And Tasty http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/02/29/level-keeps-it-interesting-and-tasty/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=level-keeps-it-interesting-and-tasty http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/02/29/level-keeps-it-interesting-and-tasty/#comments Wed, 29 Feb 2012 15:44:07 +0000 NaptownFoodie http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/?p=27183 Let me start by saying I have been to LeveL many times. I will say upfront that I like LeveL because a–it is different and has tasty food and b–because they make the best cocktails. That said, let me proceed with my most recent visit this weekend. I went on a Friday night with a [...]]]> http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2012/02/29/level-keeps-it-interesting-and-tasty/feed/ 0
Let me start by saying I have been to LeveL many times. I will say upfront that I like LeveL because a–it is different and has tasty food and b–because they make the best cocktails. That said, let me proceed with my most recent visit this weekend. I went on a Friday night with a [...] Plazuelas Is Open In Edgewater http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2011/12/28/plazuelas-is-open-in-edgewater/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=plazuelas-is-open-in-edgewater http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2011/12/28/plazuelas-is-open-in-edgewater/#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:02:29 +0000 John Frenaye http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/?p=25182 Plazuelas, the latest addition to the Mexican dining scene in the area opened up yesterday and it was worth the wait!  I am not sure what the hold up was–the interior did not look like it had that much done to it, so I will assume it was the County firehosing the business with hoops, [...]]]> http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2011/12/28/plazuelas-is-open-in-edgewater/feed/ 0
Plazuelas, the latest addition to the Mexican dining scene in the area opened up yesterday and it was worth the wait!  I am not sure what the hold up was–the interior did not look like it had that much done to it, so I will assume it was the County firehosing the business with hoops, [...] The Jury Is Still Out On Miss Shirley’s Cafe http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2011/12/16/the-jury-is-still-out-on-miss-shirleys-cafe/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-jury-is-still-out-on-miss-shirleys-cafe http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2011/12/16/the-jury-is-still-out-on-miss-shirleys-cafe/#comments Fri, 16 Dec 2011 22:04:30 +0000 The Observer http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/?p=24851 Last weekend, I had the chance to experience Miss Shirley’s Cafe which recently opened at Park Place in Annapolis. The reputation of the breakfast place preceded it and I was looking forward to a great breakfast experience. What I left with was–not so much! The Decor The restaurant is decidedly chic and upscale. The tables [...]]]> http://www.eyeonannapolis.net/2011/12/16/the-jury-is-still-out-on-miss-shirleys-cafe/feed/ 3
Last weekend, I had the chance to experience Miss Shirley’s Cafe which recently opened at Park Place in Annapolis. The reputation of the breakfast place preceded it and I was looking forward to a great breakfast experience. What I left with was–not so much! The Decor The restaurant is decidedly chic and upscale. The tables [...]