17 Responses to “Richmond Eats to hook up foodies, restaurants”

1. posted by SEW at August 22, 2008 10:23 am :
   

   Wow! This sounds like a great event! I wonder which restaurant it will be?!?!?

2. posted by Rick at August 22, 2008 10:30 am :
   

   Only the shadow knows. (And of course me. LOL!) We hope to have the *Grand Announcement* next week. But for now, I’ll give you a hint — do you know “Nick”?

3. posted by SEW at August 22, 2008 11:35 am :
   

   Oh yeah! Excellent choice!

4. posted by SEW at August 22, 2008 11:46 am :
   

   In fact, I was kind of hoping that it was going that way…some of the best food I have eaten and would love to experience more!

5. posted by in vino veritas at August 23, 2008 1:07 pm :
   

   sweet. what a great idea. 15 courses,whew. that makes for a long night. ;)

6. posted by Katherine at August 23, 2008 6:52 pm :
   

   Well I hate to be the wet blanket here…but while they’re filling their gullets with Pinot Noir and Lamb Chops, the Richmond Food Bank is at an all time LOW. Perhaps they should rename it to “Let them eat cake” ?

7. posted by Rick at August 24, 2008 12:15 pm :
   

   Katherine:

   While I appreciate your concern (in fact I do volunteer at The Food Bank), it’s an unreasonable expectation that every social group should be limited to raising awareness and actively promoting “community good”. Should your local school’s “Sports Boosters” be chastised for selling hot dogs at football games when so many go hungry? I think not.

   While I do personally support many organizations that are trying hard to overcome issues in the community and in the world, I am also a member of several groups that simply focus on improving the lives of the middle class as well. Just because people are able to feed and clothe themselves is not a reason for them to not enjoy some of the things they have worked so hard for. In our case, we’re simply trying to bring together people who enjoy unique and tasty food with the professionals who create it, in the hopes of mutual learning and enjoyment.

   Again, I appreciate and support your concerns. I agree completely that it’s a shame that so many kids go hungry. It’s a shame that so many parents either can not or will not strive to improve the lives and futures of their offspring. It is also a shame that horrible diseases exist in the world that cause so much damage to families, and that poor leadership has caused such economic hardships to those who are clinging to the lives they have worked so hard to build. But all groups cannot be all things. Each has its own charter, and while ours may not be as altruistic as others, it does serve its purpose in the community.

   We all must do what we can, but I believe we must also enjoy and celebrate our successes in life. After all, isn’t that why we strive to succeed? To give our children a better life than what we had? To teach them to be better human beings? Is it really wrong to sometimes enjoy the fruits of our labors, while at the same time trying to improve the world around us? I’m sorry, but I for one will not feel guilty for not devoting 100% of my time to a single cause. There is just too much to do in this life to limit myself so.

8. posted by Katherine at August 24, 2008 1:00 pm :
   

   Wow! 380 words from a guy who doesn’t feel guilty! LOL!

   I know restaurants are doing everything they can to stay afloat in our current economy; I don’t begrudge them that. And I’m not asking you to single handedly save the world. My point was, for the upper classes to publicly congratulate themselves on 15 course meals while people outside are going through the trashcans- well, that’s in poor taste.

   You’re welcome to your rebuttal. But it doesn’t change my opinion one iota.

9. posted by Rick at August 24, 2008 3:32 pm :
   

   380? Wow, a record for me … as in, how few words. My wife would say I’m slipping. LOL!

   Yep, I agree to disagree. That’s what makes this city, state, country great. Diversity. If we all thought alike, it’d be a damn boring place.

   So, can I include you on the invite? You only have to stay for three courses. (Ducking, ’cause I know the rocks and sharpened sticks are in the air and heading my way)

10. posted by SEW at August 25, 2008 7:45 am :
    

    Rick,
    Well said. I imagine many would share your view.

11. posted by Karen at August 25, 2008 8:01 am :
    

    I have to agree with Rick here. My husband and I (nowhere near what I would consider upper class) work hard for our money and enjoy it without feeling guilty. That said, we contribute monetarily to various charities and causes because we are fortunate to have our jobs and live the life that we do. We do it because we feel it’s the right thing to do.

12. posted by robert at August 25, 2008 9:50 am :
    

    Rich -

    I find Katherine’s remark to be in poor taste and more importantly, lacking in critical thought. I support your efforts.

    robert

13. posted by Katherine at August 27, 2008 8:14 pm :
    

    “I find Katherine’s remark to be in poor taste and more importantly, lacking in critical thought. I support your efforts”

    Did you type that while clenching a pipe between your teeth, Buffy…?

    LOL! You are ridiculous. And hats off- I could have never mocked you as well as you have mocked yourselves.

14. posted by robert at August 28, 2008 12:42 am :
    

    Katherine -

    I forget, but I think it was you that arrived first on the scene with the over the top seriousness — criticizing people for trying to have a nice dinner. I’m not sure if I can think of anything more patronizing and self-righteous. Now the only thing I taste is this delicious irony… L0L!!!!111#

15. posted by SEW at August 28, 2008 7:24 am :
    

    He he he…this is a hoot!

16. posted by Rick at August 28, 2008 10:06 am :
    

    People, people! Can’t we all just get along? How about we settle this over a delicious Crème Brûlée and a steaming Latte?

17. posted by SEW at August 28, 2008 11:54 am :
    

    I believe Katherine would disapprove of the Crème Brulee being too bourgeoisie…perhaps halibut pudding would be more in line with her endorsement.

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