SEI Yes

    When Chris and I think of Sushi we immediately think of SEI; a chicly designed sushi lounge/ Asian cuisine restaurant near the corner of 7th and E, NW. With its close to all white interior and dim lighting, the colorful dishes are the main focus of this contemporary Penn Quarter spot.

     Returning to SEI I was in need of my usual; the Triple Tuna Roll (now renamed the Capital Roll), a classic spicy tuna roll that you can never go wrong with. Although, upon further conversation with our waitress we were convinced to go with the Tuna Serrano Roll instead. We also ordered the Wasabi Guacamole, The Fish and Chips Roll, and the Sea Bass Sliders.

     Now we aren't sure if it is our addiction to guacamole that put us in love with the wasabi guac dish, but this combination of spicy avocado filled wanton chips dipped in soy sauce put us over the edge. The whole plate was downed in mere seconds and we found ourselves scraping the bowl for whatever leftover guacamole we could scavenge. As for the rolls, if you are a sushi lover but not a huge fan of the fishy taste these two rolls are for you. The Fish and Chips Roll had a light texture from the flounder and great crunch to it from the crispy chip toppings. The sauce accompanied the roll fantastically as well, adding a creamy onion taste. The Tuna Serrano Roll had a nice crunch from the arugula and a kick from the jalapeño garnish but if you are a tuna lover and want the tuna taste, go for the Capital Roll. To finish off our SEI experience we ended the night with the Sea Bass Sliders. These bite sized fish burgers are a great way to fill your stomach but still leave you enough room for dessert. DISCLAIMER: We don't recommend eating these on a first date, they are hot and messy and only suitable for the eyes of friends and family.

    We may have not ordered dessert but have nothing bad to say about anything from their sweets menu. We also hear that the Orange Miso Bread Pudding is highly recommended. All in all our meal was stellar and SEI is definitely a must for any sushi lovers.

     Eat up,
       Chris and Alex
   

Snap!

     Its about that time of year again when outdoor seating becomes and option and we can bathe in the DC sun while enjoying some of our favorite dishes. On my way back from a trip to Georgetown yesterday I stopped into a local café called Snap to grab a quick bite to eat.

    Snap is this quaint little food joint that specializes in paninis, crêpes, and bubble tea. We are sure that you have all seen it on your way to or from Baked and Wired (being lime green and all) it's hard to miss. This place is known for its nice atmosphere, good food, friendly service, and cheap prices. Once you order you receive a number, and seating is up to the customer, so yesterday because of the nice weather I sat outside in the sun. Although I dont recommend sitting outside just yet, Snap has a great little outdoor seating area for when the city starts warming up.

     I ordered the Greek Panini and a Snapple peach tea and seated myself for my fast visit. Snap is a great place to grab a quick bite to eat or enjoy a cheap meal with friends. So if you are in ripped jeans or yoga pants and dont feel like dropping to much for a meal at Citronelle, stop by Snap at 1062 Thomas Jefferson St NW.

   By the way GW students, they take Gworld!

-Eat up,
   Chris and Alex

A Night In Chinatown

            As DC students one of our favorite things to do is act classy and go to a museum. Although the phrase is most commonly "Dinner and a movie", we are more fond of "Dinner and a Gallery". Last night Alex and I took a quick 30 minute tour of the National Portrait Gallery right outside the Chinatown metro stop before heading across the street to Zengo for our 730 dinner reservation.

         It was nice to get out of the cold and be warmly welcomed by Zengo's Friday night host. From what we surmised the bottom floor of Zengo is where happy hour is held (Mon-Fri 5:00-8:00) while everyone who is there for dinner is ushered upstairs for a quieter and more meal friendly atmosphere.
        TO THE FOOD: Zengo has a Latin-Asian inspired menu and is one of the only places in DC where you can get sushi for your main course and then get a churro for dessert. After a few glances at the menue and a helpful tip from our waitress we decided on the Spicy Jumbo Crab Guacamole (pictured below) and the Thai Shrimp Lettuce Wraps. Both were delicious and are highly recommended. The lightness of the guacamole and the spiciness of the crab complemented each other perfectly and kept you dipping for more. But beware of the shrimp lettuce wraps, there was a surprising heat to it that had us reaching for a sip of our waters.
       The dessert like the rest of the food is made for sharing (especially this dish). We ordered the Asian Pear Empanadas (pictured below) and thoroughly enjoyed them. The fried warm cajetas might have been a little heavy if both were ingested by the same person, but we are big advocates of reaching across the table and having a bit of another's dish or simply sharing from the middle of the table.

     Overall Zengo gets our approval and will be added to DC Dishes places to visit list. So if you find yourself in or close to Chinatown swing by Zengo and enjoy the atmosphere and the great food. And if your not in Chinatown, make sure to get a reservation (202.393.2929) and take a pilgrimage with some friends to this fantastic spot.

    -Eat up,
       Chris and Alex