Second St. Restaurant...Who Knew Food was so Tasty in Virginia?

Restaurant: Second St: An American Bistro, Williamsburg, VA

Dish:  Second Street Lasagna

Critique:  Who on Earth has heard of Second St. Restaurant?  This place should be called First St. to our heart. Although we did not have any expectations beforehand, Second St. officially bought the party to our plates and we didn't even mind the party crashers- the more flavor the merrier! Let's talk about the lovely Lasagna...oh how lovely it is :)  The sauce is what makes this dish, it's no wallflower and let's you know who's the boss.  Italian sausage, garlic, ground beef, and a six-cheese blend?  Say what? This is classic lasagna at its' very BEST.

Score:  3 1/2 out of 4 Hotties!!


Dish: Roasted Lamb with Vegetable du Jour

Critique: Perfection...utter perfection.  From the lamb to the vegetables grown straight from the garden of Heaven, The Hotness commented this dish was too pretty to eat...she lasted for about two seconds before diving in. Twas' a noble effort indeed.

Score: 4 out of 4 Hotties!







Dish:  Caramel Street Donuts and Vanilla Bean-Ginger Creme Brulee

Critique:  "Two desserts are better than one."  Do remember these wise words when visiting Second St. Restaurant.  The donuts win the contest against creme brulee hands down and the warm salted caramel dipping sauce is an added bonus.  Let the dipping begin!!

Score:  3 out of 4 Hotties!

TriBeCa Tavern Making Burgers and Dreams Come True...Go Ahead and Make a Wish

Restaurant: TriBeCa Tavern in Raleigh, NC

Dish:  Japanese Black Chicken Wings

Critique:  Don't let your eyes deceive you, these chicken wings are not burnt.  They have been marinated in pineapple juice and soy sauce then cooked until the sugars are completely gone, leaving a crispy black crust. We must admit at first glance, the wings look a bit off putting.  However, as The Hotness mom likes to say, "Looks aren't everything...it's what's on the inside that counts."  And with these wings the outside and inside definitely count!  This appetizer was a welcome tasty surprise that receives extra points for creativity.

Score: 3 out of 4 Hotties!!


Dish:  Lamb Sirloin Burger and The Mountaineer Burger

Critique:  One of the great attributes of TriBeCa Tavern is that it uses all local North Carolina meats and ingredients.  With every single bite, the freshness is impossible to escape. The lamb burger is topped with buttermilk bleu cheese, grilled onions, and roasted tomatoes, it makes one forget all about Mary.  Now the Mountaineer is packed for those adventurous enough to try something unique- fresh ground beef topped with horseradish chive Havarti,  shiitake mushrooms, grilled scallions, and horseradish aioli.  Go ahead and make your day by ordering a TriBeCa Burger.  Be forewarned...although The Hotness finished it in on bite- it's a lotta burger.

Score: 4 out of 4 Hotties!!


Dish:  Banana Bread Pudding and Key Lime Pie

Critique:  Oh yea babe!  Honestly, there isn't much to be said on these two desserts besides yum and mmmy.  One doesn't realize how difficult it is to find a truly delish and fulfilling dessert until it's needed.  Boy did we need it! The Bread Pudding has roasted bananas, spicy rum caramel sauce, and white chocolate chips.  Not to be outdone, the Key Lime pie shines with the correct amount of tanginess. Good times indeed!

Score: 4 out of 4 Hotties!!

Ahoy Matey! All Aboard Captain's George's Seafood Buffet!

Restaurant:  Captain George's Seafood Restaurant in Williamsburg, VA

Dish:  Alaskan Snow Crab Legs with Oyster Rockefeller

Critique: Break a leg!  That's the advice we recommend the moment you walk through the Captain George's doors.  This seafood buffet doesn't have time for games or amateurs-crabs, shrimps, oysters, scallops, craw-fish  salmon are all available served in a variety of ways...ways that are pleasing to seafood aficionados.  Hot butter and Old Bay Seasoning awaits the lump crab meat fresh from your cracked crab legs.  The never ending supply of seafood can be dangerous, we caution customers to remember the wise proverb "Your eyes are bigger than your stomach."
Score: 3 out of 4 Hotties


Dish: More Snow Crab Legs, Stuffed Mushrooms, Fried Oysters and Scallops

Critique:  Delicious and worth every single calorie!  The Hotness is a wee bit upset with the Captain for making her over do it on the buffet...what can she say?  The Hotnesss is a fantastic shipmate who loves to follow the Captain's orders.

Score: 3 out of 4 Hotties