Q: What places are doing 4th of July meal kits this year?
Kristen: I haven’t seen all that many yet. Table & Twine has released their menu. As always, you can order barbecue in family-style sizes from Midwood Smokehouse, Noble Smoke, and Sweet Lew’s. Something Classic usually offers a barbecue package, but they haven’t released anything just yet. I’ve confirmed Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen will also be doing a Fourth of July cookout menu, but will have more information on that later. We’ll put this question back here next week with any more updates we see!

Q: I have a very high level executive coming to town next week, and the two of us are going to have dinner together. Do you have a few suggestions? He would really be into The Crunkleton vibe, but they are fully booked. I know you really like Bardo, but they have many reservations available, I’m nervous that it would be the two of us doing a tasting practically alone in the dining room.  

Kristen: Yes, I agree Bardo is a bit much for a work dinner. If it’s going to be a casual meal that’s more bonding time than work talk, I’d say the bar at Fin & Fino would be a good spot — the bar program is fantastic, and the food is always great, too. Jon and I went to Yunta for the first time last night, and I was really impressed with everything there from the decor to the food and beverage programs. They have some nice two-person booths that would likely work well for your purpose. I’d also suggest Supperland, and if he’s more into cocktails than food, you can snag a seat at the bar next to the main dining room — there is a limited menu there, however. PARA is another good choice, though it might be a bit loud for a work meal. I would have said Dot Dot Dot, but they’re closed right now for maintenance. Their new chef is doing great things.

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