Saturday - Out at Zingerman's Roadhouse

Pimento cheese spread

Five burger sampler (M)
North Carolina pulled pork, spinach (J)
Mac n' cheese with chicken, corn, and cilantro (Mn)

Ari's doughnut sundae (M)
Lemon chess pie (J)
Rocky road gelato (Mn)
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It turns out that Mn has never been to the Roadhouse with us, so while we wouldn't usually go out twice in a visit with her, we decided she had to make a trip to such an amazing restaurant! We had a great time, ate way too much, and feel all the better for it. Another home run for our favorite local hang-out.

Reaction
J: "I can't believe this place is down the street."
M: "A hell of a neighborhood restaurant."
Mn: "What a festive restaurant!"

Saturday - New Year's Eve Dinner out at Zingerman's Roadhouse in Ann Arbor

Special six course dinner with wine pairings (pdf of menu)
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Holy God. This was an amazing dinner and there's very little else I can say about it. Amazing food, amazing wine, amazing service, amazing information about the food and wine. This is a New Year's to remember. I couldn't ask for a more festive, friendly way to spend the holiday. I am blessed to live mere blocks from this establishment. As another major snow storm comes to our neck of the woods, I tuck myself in pleased with the end to2007 and awaiting the snow covered start to 2008. Happy New Year everyone!

Reaction
J: "Wow."
M: "Beyond decadent."
L: "A thoughtful, intelligent presentation of near perfect food."