On Fridays, we feature five food finds selected by local chefs and personalities. Today’s picks come from Justin Ross, who soon will open the highly anticipated restaurant Parallel 38 at Stonefield. Details here. In addition to an impressive menu of mezze, Parallel 38 will feature 100 different wines, all available by the glass, and a special selection of trophy wines available by the 1 oz pour. Look for an opening by the end of the year. Ross’s picks:
1) Cabrito Tacos Mexican Style at La Michoacana. “Roasted habanero marinated goat. Need I say more? Chicken tacos and a bottled coke is a very close second.”
2) Beef with Mixed Peppers on Hot Iron Plate at Peter Chang’s China Grill. “I rarely go a full week without this dish. The beef is amazingly tender with the perfect amount of heat. Peter Chang is a magician.”
3) Martinis and Meatballs at the bar at Vivace. “Their meatballs might be better than my mom’s, sorry Mom! Coming from an Italian family, good Italian is a must. The only thing that makes this meal better is Paulie and his amazing Kettle One martinis.”
4) Veal Sweetbreads at C&O. “I’m not sure what’s better about our regular C&O date night, a much needed break with my lovely lady or the sweetbreads.”
5) Potter’s Farmhouse Cider and Will Richey’s House Smoked BBQ at The Whiskey Jar. “The perfect end to a long day or the best start to a long night.”
