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Melisse
Our next dining adventure took place during my wife’s and my anniversary trip from San Francisco to San Diego. In Santa Monica, Mélisse offers a two–Michelin-star menu focused on French cuisine. When we arrived, the host greeted us warmly and seated us in an intimate room with no more than five tables. The open kitchen…
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Rooster & Owl
If you’re seeking a dining experience that masterfully blends innovation with comfort, look no further than Rooster & Owl in Washington, DC. Situated in the Columbia Heights neighborhood, this Michelin-starred restaurant was delicious from start to finish and was a great way to spend my birthday evening. Since this was a celebration, we had to…
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The Dabney
Tucked in Blagden Alley sits The Dabney, a one-Michelin-star restaurant boasting farm-to-table cuisine. Upon entering, you first notice its rustic elegance and the open kitchen where you can see your dishes being prepared. It is a stunning restaurant, and my wife and I could not wait to try the food. First came the snacks. The…
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Minibar
With only 10 seats, Minibar certainly lives up to its name in appearance and ambiance; however, the flavor of the dishes is quite the opposite. They pack a ton of flavor into one bite and showcase a myriad of different cooking techniques. My wife and I found the evening to be a great experience, and…
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Causa
Crowned the top restaurant in the DMV by the Washingtonian, the District’s newest Michelin Star establishment provided a wonderful experience for my wife and I during our recent visit. We were warmly greeted at the door and seated at the tasting counter, where we had a clear view of everything happening before us. The first…
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Imperfecto
About a year ago, my wife and I visited Imperfecto for its tasting menu experience just before they received their Michelin star distinction. Our evening was filled with wonderful dishes and an intimate atmosphere, making the night unforgettable. When we heard the restaurant had received a Michelin star a few months later, we were not…
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All’Oro
When my wife and I went to Italy for our anniversary trip, our first stop was Rome. We wanted to experience something unforgettable, so we decided to book a table at All’Oro, a one Michelin Star restaurant that prides itself on its creative approach to food. We could see this creativity from our first bite…
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Pineapple and Pearls
You’re invited! Pineapple and Pearls feels like a party as you walk through its doors. We were first welcomed with a cocktail made with absinthe, apricot liqueur, and topped with champagne. We then walked to our seats and were greeted with balloons on the ceiling, waitstaff in velvet tuxedos, and bright colors everywhere. It was…
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Masseria
Masseria, a one Michelin star restaurant in DC, aims to be an Italian oasis in the hardened Union Market area. It succeeds with its intrinsic charm and focus on exquisite Italian cuisine while also staying true to the area it is located. My wife and I decided to go here for our Valentine’s Day celebration…
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Aquavit
New York City boasts 71 Michelin Star restaurants, so when my wife and I traveled there for a wedding, it was tough to pick which one to go to for a nice night out. After scouring the list of restaurants, we came across Aquavit, a Scandinavian restaurant serving seasonal Nordic dishes. It sounded delicious so…
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