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Jay Friedman is a freelance food writer who does monthly restaurant reviews for Seattle Sound magazine. Growing up as part of an east coast, Chinese food-loving, Jewish-identified family, he thought shrimp with lobster sauce was the ultimate Asian dish until reading a recipe and realizing there ain’t no lobster there. Recovering from disillusionment, he’s traveled extensively in Asia , taken Thai cooking classes, and vowed to learn food-related kanji so that when he orders organ meats from the Chinese menu, servers won’t stare at him in disbelief.

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Dishin': Steaks 'n Shrimp at El Gaucho

For the year's final Dish-Off in City Arts before the year-end playoff issue, a steak house and an oyster house interpret Uncle Kracker's "Steaks...
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A fish-based Battle in Seattle

The next Battle in Seattle doesn't involve Charlize Theron or the WTO. Next Tuesday, Enotria restaurant will play host to a crudo versus sashimi...
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Ponti Patio Party returns

Just last month I reported on the debut of Ponti Cafe, but now it's time for the annual Ponti Patio Party.$39 gets you entry, which includes a...
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Salty's serves up a salmon and Pinot noir dinner

This one was just for fun. After all, Salty's on Alki is already a winner in my book, having taken top honors in last year's "bivalves"...
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Wild salmon and Pinot noir dinner at Salty's on Alki Beach

Sunnier days are here, and salmon season will soon be upon us in Seattle. What better place to enjoy it all than Salty's?And one week from today, May...
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Ponti Seafood Grill unveils Cafe Ponti

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I love the two outdoor patios at Ponti Seafood Grill, but it's what's happening indoors that intrigues me at the moment.This month, the lounge area is...
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Yarrow Bay Grill going to the bin

Another restaurant closing to report: After 20 years, Yarrow Bay Grill will be closing shop, as its ownership group has decided not to renew its...
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Pike Street Fish Fry flies high

Like fried seafood, but not the heads?For those who are a little squeamish about such a seafood order, here’s an excellent alternative: Pike...
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Ivar's offers 104 cent special in honor of its founder

It's almost buy one, get one free.Ivar's is celebrating its founders' 104th birthday by offering a second entree for 104 cents, simply by saying...
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Cult of the Crab at Waterfront Seafood Grill

Did I just have a meal re-run?Several months ago, I reported on Lobsterpalooza at Waterfront Seafood Grill. Recently, the fine folks at WSG invited me...
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