Kotowhat?

Two weeks ago I was shipped to the Palisades and visted Kotobuki with some friends not realizing its D.C. standing as one of the best and cheapest Japanese restaurants (but the long line starting around 7pm should have tipped me off).

Being a vegetarian, I was sadly and slightly unimpressed. I had an average seaweed salad and a awkward mushroom roll and a cucumber/avocado roll. Hey, at least it was cheap.

From the Greek Isles to Belgium...

Last night, we went to Taverna Cretekou, a Greek institution in Old Town Alexandria. We tried and failed to visit several other restaurants (not really feeling the 1 hr. and 45 minute wait). Started with delicious grilled octopus and warm pita. Horiatiki salad, sweet red onions, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, and olives. Accompanied with nice Greek wine. For entrees, we had lamb and chicken kebabs with tzatziki. Perfectly made. Attentive and warm service. Highly recommended for all. Finished off with some ice cream at Pop's.

This morning, we went to Belga Cafe in Eastern Market. Waffles and French toast! Drenched in cream and berries, the way the gods intended. Served with a side of frites.