Bier Meister Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 I think I confused myself, and then everyone else by talking about regionality ... I never meant to bring up Italian regions, I really just thought more Italian joints on the east coast would feature gnocchi since they were likely owned by first or second generation Italians as opposed to a place like California. I frequented at least 4-5 in SoCal and only one was owned by a straight-up paisan. when you mentioned it, i thought you were writing about regions of italy and regions of the usa. while sf has a strong italian community (with it's fair share of red sauce joints), i think we see more southern influenced italian restaurants on the east coast..... hence less gnocchi. california cuisine, in general, focuses on natural locally fresh grown ingredients...lightly cooked. gnocchi is a lighter pasta and fits right in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazinib1 Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Sylvestor Stallone was once seen dining at an OG. For me, thats as good as any recommendation can get. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 when you mentioned it, i thought you were writing about regions of italy and regions of the usa. while sf has a strong italian community (with it's fair share of red sauce joints), i think we see more southern influenced italian restaurants on the east coast..... hence less gnocchi. california cuisine, in general, focuses on natural locally fresh grown ingredients...lightly cooked. gnocchi is a lighter pasta and fits right in. dude i know you know your food and i am a novice when it comes to food but isn't gnocchi a heavier pasta? fyi this is making me wicked hungry and the last thing on the diet's menu is pasta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zooty Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 dude i know you know your food and i am a novice when it comes to food but isn't gnocchi a heavier pasta? fyi this is making me wicked hungry and the last thing on the diet's menu is pasta +1 Like eating lead shot. Little lumps of potato pasta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Country Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 I think I confused myself, and then everyone else by talking about regionality ... I never meant to bring up Italian regions, I really just thought more Italian joints on the east coast would feature gnocchi since they were likely owned by first or second generation Italians as opposed to a place like California. I frequented at least 4-5 in SoCal and only one was owned by a straight-up paisan. Nick's, get the pizza. Philadelphia Sandwiches, get the Italian sausage sandwich. I can't believe how badly I miss those places. It almost makes me want to move home. Come on back..... we'll still take ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 dude i know you know your food and i am a novice when it comes to food but isn't gnocchi a heavier pasta? fyi this is making me wicked hungry and the last thing on the diet's menu is pasta they are supposed to be light "little pillows." the best ones i've had are not dense dough balls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 (edited) they are supposed to be light "little pillows." the best ones i've had are not dense dough balls. Stop making me hungry. Damn low-carb diet. Edited August 2, 2011 by darin3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 my favorite are with the truffle cream. next to that seared, and with brown butter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEC=UGA Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Stop making me hungry. Damn low-carb diet. This should abate some of your hunger pangs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 This should abate some of your hunger pangs. one article in there showed a bloodied band-aid found on a pizza hut pizza Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Country Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 one article in there showed a bloodied band-aid found on a pizza hut pizza Sorry, that was mine. It was holding the fingernail on. (Bonus points to anyone that knows the movie reference) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 one article in there showed a bloodied band-aid found on a pizza hut pizza [keg] Or a staple [/keg] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bier Meister Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 This should abate some of your hunger pangs. to be honest, i thought you were going to present us with braised tar baby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twiley Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 they are supposed to be light "little pillows." the best ones i've had are not dense dough balls. This - bad gnocchi is doughy and sits in your stomach for days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 chain restaurants suck. they have boring, bland, unimaginative food that can be easily mass produced. If that makes me a snob, so be it. I have limited $$ to spend on dining out experiences. fk if I'm going to piss away my hard earned coin on crappy food. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEC=UGA Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 to be honest, i thought you were going to present us with braised tar baby They outlawed that around 1956. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 This - bad gnocchi is doughy and sits in your stomach for days. OG has a gnocchi soup they serve with all the salad and breadsticks you can eat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azazello1313 Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 this lady says you all are wrong about the olive garden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zooty Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 awesome All in all, it is the largest and most beautiful restaurant now operating in Grand Forks. It attracts visitors from out of town as well as people who live here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpwallace49 Posted March 7, 2012 Share Posted March 7, 2012 awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delusions of grandeur Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 this lady says you all are wrong about the olive garden. I find this surprising... If little old ladies from North Dakota don't know their high culture, then I'm not sure who I can believe anymore... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trojanmojo Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 I hear Pol Pot was a huge fan of their free breadsticks. Kim Jung Il loved their soup too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loaf Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 Kim Jung Il loved their soup too. no, that was Kony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEC=UGA Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 I bet she didn't even need her dentures to dig into that fettucini alfredo... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt770 Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 My first visit to Olive Garden was during midafternoon, so I could be sure to get in. After a late breakfast, I figured a late lunch would be fashionable. Man, if I had a nickel for every time I've said those things. My booth was near the kitchen, and I watched the waiters in white shirts, ties, black trousers and aprons adorned with gold-colored towels. They were busy at midday, punching in orders and carrying out bread and pasta. One server in particular, a light brown gentleman named Juan, particularly caught my attention. Beneath my cotton Hanes briefs, I began to feel a bit of a ruckus, and my thoughts flooded back to '42 when Harold returned from the war, bless his soul. At length, I asked my server what he would recommend. He suggested chicken Alfredo I said, "How about some sausage de Juan?", and he blushed. He first brought me the familiar Olive Garden salad bowl with crisp greens, peppers, onion rings and yes — several black olives. Along with it came a plate with two long, warm breadsticks.I immediately slid a breadstick into my mouth while staring deeply into Juan's chocolate brown eyes, then took it back out, then shoved it back in. Juan's upper lip began to tremble, and he said, "Aye Dios mio...señora...", then suddenly excused himself and dashed back into the kitchen. The chicken Alfredo ($10.95) was warm and comforting on a cold day, just like the feelings Juan stirred within me. The portion was generous, as was the lump growing within Juan's crisply-pressed black trousers. Juan was ready with Parmesan cheese, and I was ready for whatever else he could dish out, and I'm not just talking about reasonably priced Italian food! I was taught long ago that a lady doesn't kiss and tell, but suffice to say that Juan brought me to climax over and over and over again that night. And we have another date for next Saturday evening! Here's a tip for my loyal readers -- I'd buy lots of stock in Johnson & Johnson, makers of K-Y Jelly if I were you! Oh dear, I guess I did just spill the beans there, didn't I? Olive Garden is part of the Darden chain of restaurants that also operates Red Lobster. There are about 700 restaurants, including four Olive Gardens in North Dakota’s major cities. Olive Garden has gained a following since 1982 with its ample portions and relaxed ambience. It’s known for its classic lasagna, fettuccine Alfredo and chicken Parmigiana. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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