tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post1663406869164548650..comments2024-03-29T01:53:54.739-05:00Comments on One Hot Stove: On Eating OutNupurhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-85538215374470878552012-11-28T06:17:44.878-06:002012-11-28T06:17:44.878-06:00You're right- it is worth it getting out and e...You're right- it is worth it getting out and enjoying something you can't easily make at home. <br /><br />Thanks for the wishes for Dale. He's feeling a lot better. Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-75003821496808291692012-11-28T06:16:06.835-06:002012-11-28T06:16:06.835-06:00Such a fun post! Loved reading about your experien...Such a fun post! Loved reading about your experience at the steakhouseCafe Sunflower looks wonderful- I hope to go there soon. Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-25657142476172810722012-11-28T06:13:13.413-06:002012-11-28T06:13:13.413-06:00Nira- it is the impeccable service and pampering t...Nira- it is the impeccable service and pampering that makes me uncomfortable. Rather than bringing me pleasure, it just makes me sad about living in a world where some can enjoy such luxury while others starve. I'm not criticizing these places or the people who eat there but just saying why I don't personally prefer that kind of an experience.Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-70333871436028867062012-11-28T06:11:29.383-06:002012-11-28T06:11:29.383-06:00I do occasionally enjoy watching those shows on TV...I do occasionally enjoy watching those shows on TV too!Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-52403253850402370982012-11-28T06:03:53.656-06:002012-11-28T06:03:53.656-06:00Oh yes, there is a special pleasure in seeking out...Oh yes, there is a special pleasure in seeking out places with passionate chefs/cooks, no matter how big or small the restaurant. Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-62829466052985277712012-11-28T06:02:13.119-06:002012-11-28T06:02:13.119-06:00But living in Hyderabad, you probably have access ...But living in Hyderabad, you probably have access to wonderful Indian restaurants. I wouldn't mind that!Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-46655947834107638962012-11-28T05:56:51.306-06:002012-11-28T05:56:51.306-06:00Archana- You might like this article about tips wh...Archana- You might like this article about tips when dining out with kids:<br />http://www.feaststl.com/online-exclusives/the-feed/article_e5cfebea-12e6-11e2-b0d9-0019bb30f31a.htmlNupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-60293300614948821962012-11-26T14:08:53.102-06:002012-11-26T14:08:53.102-06:00When eating out I look for the item on the menu th...When eating out I look for the item on the menu that takes the most time to cook and prep. I'm not a vegetarian but I still don't see much value in a "Steakhouse" meal out. Grilling a steak and baking a potato are so easy to do at home. But dicing, slicing, or chopping all the meat and vegies that go into so many dishes at ethnic restaurants or the long slow braising time some Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03983282453748804756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-24187817601169048692012-11-26T12:03:17.629-06:002012-11-26T12:03:17.629-06:00Nupur, if/when you come to Atlanta, you must visit...Nupur, if/when you come to Atlanta, you must visit Cafe Sunflower. I love the food they serve. <br /><br />On steakhouses.. one time my boss took us out to a Brazilian steakhouse. He knew that I am vegetarian but he also knew that I could eat my heart out there... Surprised? This place had the best salad bar ever! Hearts of palm, butter beans, pão de queijo, roasted plantains... mmm. Wrote about Lakshmihttp://www.therichvegetarian.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-36389173636351180942012-11-26T10:33:32.819-06:002012-11-26T10:33:32.819-06:00blog of this kind makes me humble. i see there are...blog of this kind makes me humble. i see there are so many people practice simplicity without preaching. also the reactions by readers indicate far mature generation that been credited to. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-60262838784224698352012-11-26T10:18:35.842-06:002012-11-26T10:18:35.842-06:00Nice post..You said that you love comfort and hate...Nice post..You said that you love comfort and hate luxury. But probably you have not experienced the comfort in luxury. Especially in restaurants which are high end and serve utterly delicious food..vegeterian options are not an after thought in those restaurants..Service is impeccable and the luxury is remarkable. <br />So, there really exist expensive restaurants which serve unbelievably tasty Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-50498153586279149162012-11-26T09:46:28.410-06:002012-11-26T09:46:28.410-06:00lovely post nupur...we love eating out too esp on ...lovely post nupur...we love eating out too esp on a fri ..its something i look forward too. i believe in going to small, reasonably priced places where there is good value for money. spending an extravagant amount on a fancy restaurant is a strict no no for me. it seems to be such a waste of money..love to see them plating these extravagent food on tv shows but other than that ..no ...sarahnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-6184988842563049362012-11-26T08:36:38.345-06:002012-11-26T08:36:38.345-06:00This topic is so dear to my heart! :) We love eati...This topic is so dear to my heart! :) We love eating out as much as we love cooking at home. We are both foodies. We too prefer comfort over luxury and have been immensely lucky to have found great made-from-the-heart food in 'hole in the wall' establishments as well as in a very 'luxurious' restaurants. We love to visit places that are run by people passionate about the food theyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-25235717835539516182012-11-26T00:51:56.746-06:002012-11-26T00:51:56.746-06:00I love the fact that you are a hopeless philistine...I love the fact that you are a hopeless philistine ;-) That's what makes you so special and endearing. I can relate to almost everything you have written in this post. We love to eat out and prefer Italian or Mexican food. That's one thing we both agree upon without arguing much ;-). But, after moving back to India, (esp in Hyd) finding decent Mexican food is like trying to find a needle Sirihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07438643462234694246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-20665284928973358332012-11-25T21:06:11.160-06:002012-11-25T21:06:11.160-06:00Thank you for taking my topic suggestion. I'm ...Thank you for taking my topic suggestion. I'm happy to read that we vegetarians tend to gravitate towards similar cuisines that offer more flavor than just potatoes and grilled portabella mushrooms :) <br />I like thatbyou want Lila to develop restaurant etiquette. I never thought about it that way about my 20 month old son who has just hit this new phase and yells screams and throws a Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-24838532992462427892012-11-25T19:31:32.105-06:002012-11-25T19:31:32.105-06:00LOL yeah, but it is so much fun to try new restaur...LOL yeah, but it is so much fun to try new restaurants! An adventure that breaks up the routine. You're very lucky to live where you do, of course :) Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-4379355621107196642012-11-25T19:30:08.809-06:002012-11-25T19:30:08.809-06:00Yes, that's just it, when someone in the famil...Yes, that's just it, when someone in the family is ill, it just is so upsetting. Oh yeah, I completely love the concept of semi-homemade meals for an evening off from regular kitchen duties too!Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-38323893768909540362012-11-25T19:28:55.239-06:002012-11-25T19:28:55.239-06:00I think your husband would take to Ethiopian food ...I think your husband would take to Ethiopian food very quickly- the dosa-like injera and the curries and vegetables and sauces are so delicious and would appeal to the Indian palate. Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-10256548846301609392012-11-25T19:26:52.355-06:002012-11-25T19:26:52.355-06:00Thank you, Mamatha. Yes, I agree, with a young kid...Thank you, Mamatha. Yes, I agree, with a young kid, we pick restaurants carefully but Lila loves eating out and we do want her to learn restaurant etiquette as she grows up. Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-86962056086596507712012-11-25T19:23:07.259-06:002012-11-25T19:23:07.259-06:00You're very sweet, Indosungod. I certainly app...You're very sweet, Indosungod. I certainly appreciate the love he gets via the blog. The wishes are working and he's better this weekend. Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-49469035542111794952012-11-25T19:22:19.007-06:002012-11-25T19:22:19.007-06:00Yes, Diane, we're just keeping him warm and co...Yes, Diane, we're just keeping him warm and comforted. But he's feeling a lot better this weekend. Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-31065251446813904902012-11-25T19:20:28.812-06:002012-11-25T19:20:28.812-06:00Thanks for the wishes, Rehana- Dale actually seems...Thanks for the wishes, Rehana- Dale actually seems to be much better this weekend. Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-75575210468615540712012-11-25T19:20:08.435-06:002012-11-25T19:20:08.435-06:00Oh Loki- you sweet doll. I hope she's doing we...Oh Loki- you sweet doll. I hope she's doing well. Dale's doing well, the antibiotics and upped steroids seem to be perking him up some. Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-9491348294806800292012-11-25T19:19:03.383-06:002012-11-25T19:19:03.383-06:00Oh yes, my very favorite restaurants in India were...Oh yes, my very favorite restaurants in India were the Udipi ones! And the ones serving regional thalis. But I have fond memories of rare trips to the Taj Bakery for pastries too. Nupurhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03890441057480820053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10611609.post-68777317520631130992012-11-25T00:31:34.113-06:002012-11-25T00:31:34.113-06:00I love eating out, my husband prefers home-cooked ...I love eating out, my husband prefers home-cooked food, so it's always me dragging him out to try a new restaurant. I can't even threaten not to cook as he's a pretty nifty cook himself.It's like you said, there are days I love being taken care of. It's hard to argue with him when he's doing exactly that by cooking for us. <br />There are fancy vegetarian restaurants here Sharmilahttp://www.cheekychilli.comnoreply@blogger.com