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Celebrate Chinese New Year at Big Bowl

Guest Posts — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 17:43:16 +0000

Big Bowl’s Chinese New Year festivities to ring in 4709 pays homage to the most revered sign of the zodiac – the dragon – known for its great enthusiasm, intensity and passion.

The five-day celebration begins January 19 with a special menu of symbolic foods and culminates on the 23rd with a complimentary lunch or dinner for those born under the Year of the Dragon. Here’s the lineup of festivities at Big Bowl located at Reston Town Center,11915 Democracy Drive:

Symbolic Specials

January 19 through January 23

Executive Chef Marc Bernard presents a menu of specials inspired by the Year of the Dragon and the symbolic foods that the Chinese eat for a bountiful new year. Shrimp and chive dumplings with a fiery sauce in honor of the dragon, Cantonese style lobster for bounty and blood orange sorbet representing the color that sounds like wealth in Chinese will be among the choices. Expect lucky cocktails, too, such as the Red Dragon (a kid version will also be available).

Good Luck Gamble

January 20

Gambling is symbolic of fortune for the New Year. In the evening, each table can take a chance by rolling the dice. Whatever number comes up will be deducted in dollars from the check (dine-in only).

Make Way for Dumplings

January 21, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

A complimentary cooking class on making dumplings because they represent wealth and prosperity. All participants receive a complimentary bag of dumplings. Spots fill up fast so make a reservation by calling the restaurant directly at (707) 787-8852.

Happy Birthday to Me – Chinese New Year’s Eve

January 22

Part of Chinese New Year calls for acknowledging “everybody’s birthday,” a time when birth and renewal are celebrated. All guests receive a hóng bāo (lucky red envelope). Tucked inside will be a gift certificate for $10 or $25 to Big Bowl, or a card for a complimentary appetizer, dessert, housemade ginger ale or bottled Big Bowl sauce.

As customary in Chinese families, all children will receive a hóng bāo with a crisp $1 bill.

Lucky Dragon, Lucky You

January 23 – Chinese New Year’s Day

All guests born in the Year of the Dragon will receive a complimentary lunch or dinner entrée (dine-in only) on the first day of the New Year. Dragon years include 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000 and of course, 2012.

By: Laura Yee

Charity Haunted House to Support Jill’s House – Now through Monday Night

Go Reston — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 14:17:21 +0000

Ashwani Ahluwalia and his cohorts at Brix American Bistro in Great Falls, have taken over one of the empty storefronts in the Seneca Shopping Center in Great Falls to create a Charity Haunted House to support Jill’s House. The Haunted House is open from 5-10pm on Fri & Sat (28-29 Oct.) and from 4-8pm on Sun & Mon (30-31 Oct.). The Haunted House is fun for all ages, and there is no charge. Donations are being accepted for Jill’s House.

Jill’s House is a great local organization helping children with intellectual disabilities and their families and is an inspiring model for how communities can address the needs of families with children with special needs, watch this video to learn more:

My Son and I helped out last night and had a great time scaring people and wishing them a Happy Halloween! Stop by, a lot of work went into the house, it looks great! You won’t be disappointed. Here are a few pictures:

Outside the Haunted House

Come in for some Fun!

Don't be afraid!

Gross!

Pick Up Your Holiday Pie at Community Canteen!

Guest Posts — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 17:40:57 +0000

With the holidays just around the corner, the last thing you need to worry about is whipping up a fancy dessert – so do yourself a favor while scratching off another “to-do” and leave the baking to your favorite spot, Community Canteen (11950 Democracy Drive).

Looking to indulge in the classics? Community Canteen will be offering delicious dessert varieties including Tracy’s Orchard Apple Pie, classic Pumpkin Pie, irresistible Chocolate Caramel Pecan Pie and local Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust for only $23.95 (plus tax and gratuity).

The best part? These tasty treats are available for not only carryout, but delivery too!

By: Julie

Thai Tada Restaurant – Great New Authentic Thai Restaurant

Adam Viener — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 13:14:32 +0000

As you know, I have been a huge fan of Thai Luang for some time, both because of the food and the friendly staff. When I learned that the friendly staff and the chef had started Thai Tada together, I just had to try it!

The staff was very welcoming and happy to see us, and the food was fantastic!! I am a big fan of the Cashew Chicken and the Pad Thai. My kids love the sun dried beef appetizer (a dish that had been removed from the thai luang menu). We were very excited to see it back and hope it stays on the menu.

It’s a little farther away for us, but we will definitely be regular customers of Thai Tada!

When you find a local restaurant with great food and friendly people, you just have to do all you can to support them!

1106 Herndon Parkway
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 435-7618
www.thaitadarestaurant.com
Thai Tada on Yelp

Taste of Reston June 18th & 19th, 2010

Adam Viener — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 20:32:27 +0000

Taste of Reston will take place June 18-19 at Reston Town Center featuring more than 30 area restaurants, a full line-up of musical entertainment, a kid’s activity tent and, for the first time, a chili cook-off pitting police against firefighters. Taste of Reston is produced by the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce.

In addition to the restaurant samplings, the “Guns n’ Hoses Chili Cook-off” will pit area cops against firemen – the ultimate battle of the heroes – this time in aprons in front of chili pots. Attendees can vote for the “People’s Choice” chili. A panel of food writers and critics will determine the “overall best chili”. The event’s masters of ceremonies will be MIX107.3’s Tommy McFly and NewsChannel8’s Katherine Amenta.

Restaurants include: Chef Geoff’s, Vinifera, Jackson’s, Mon Ami Gabi, Clyde’s, McCormick & Schmick’s, M&S Grill, Il Fornaio, Obi Sushi, Texas de Brazil, The Melting Pot, Mamma Lucia, Buffalo Wing Factory and Milwaukee Frozen Custard. On Friday from 5:30 until 10:30 pm The Fabulous Dialtones will entertain from the Town Center Pavilion. On Saturday, June 19, from 7:30 – 10:30 pm C.J. Chenier & the Redhot Louisiana Band will perform. The Kid’s Corner tent will feature face painting, games and crafts for children.

Admission: Free, food tickets $1 each

Friday, June 18 – 3-11 pm; Saturday, June 19 – noon-11 pm

Guns n’ Hoses Chili Cook-off, Saturday June 19, noon- 4:30 pm

www.RestonTaste.com

Reston Town Center, 1760 Reston Parkway, Reston, VA 20190

703-707-9045

Contact: Lesley Green, Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce, 703-707-904 Jill Collins, Jill Collins Public Relations, 703-716-0925

Taste of Lake Anne – Saturday, June 12, 2010

Adam Viener — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 02:04:37 +0000

Event: Taste of Lake Anne
Date: Saturday, June 12, 2010
Time: 9AM-12PM
Location: Lake Anne Plaza – 11402 Washington Plaza, Reston, VA 20190
Website: www.lakeanneplaza.com
Cost: Taste’s range from $2-$5
Rain or Shine

Eat to your heart’s delight at the Taste of Lake Anne on Saturday, June 12, 2010 from 9AM-12PM at Lake Anne Plaza in the historic heart and soul of Reston. Signature restaurants will dish up savory bites and noteworthy creations using fresh and local ingredients from the ever popular Saturday Farmers Market – also taken place at the same time on the Plaza. In addition, the open air arts & craft market will be in full swing featuring over 30 vendors and children friendly activities.

Participating restaurants include: Café Montmarte, Jasmine Cafe, G Sushi, Roti Grill, Kalypso’s, Chesapeake Chocolate, and Virginia Gourmet.

For more information, visit www.lakeanneplaza.com

The Reston Melting Pot Says Cheese for Charity

Adam Viener — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 10:30:30 +0000

National Cheese Fondue Day is this Sunday, April 11, and The Melting Pot is opening early for Cheese for Charity!

$10 of every cheese fondue purchased from 1pm-9pm will be donated to charity. The Reston location will be donating to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society!

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the largest charitable health organization devoted to funding blood cancer patient services, education, and research.

You can make reservations by calling the Reston location at (703) 264-0900.

For more information and information about other participating locations, visit http://www.nationalcheesefondueday.com/

Reston’s Best Thai Food – Thai Luang

Adam Viener — Wed, 27 May 2009 18:14:50 +0000

If you like Thai Food, you owe it to yourself to stop in at Thai Luang, 171 Elden St in Herndon. My favorite disk is the Cashew Chicken, but I am also a big fan of the Pad Thai. Sara likes the Penang Curry dishes. At lunch time, their lunch specials include lemon grass soup, which is to die for, and an spring roll. Thai Luang can sometimes get crowded at lunch times, so hitting it at 11:45am instead of 12pm is recommended. The staff is very friendly. We often go their to eat with the family, and will sometimes order take out for just our family, or when we are having some friends over.

We have tried most of the Thai places in town, and Thai Luang is by far our favorite.

You can find more information on their site @ www.thailuang.com

Save at Local Restaurants

Adam Viener — Tue, 26 May 2009 20:22:10 +0000

I just got a $25 Gift Certificate to Mama Lucia’s in Reston for $2.00!

I found this 80% discount code on dealzam.com off of the already discounted restaurant discount gift certificate rates. So instead of buying the $25 gift certificate for $10 (a good deal), I got it for $2 (great deal). You can find lots of Restaruants in the area as well. Just us the coupon code “SPECIAL” at check out. Looks like this deal ends May 31st!

Steps to Save:

Visit Site
Enter Zip Code
Find Restaruant
Use Coupon Code “SPECIAL” to save 80%
Eat out and save!

Enjoy!