I went to CVS, and found single-serving bags of new Ruffles Crispy Fries, in Original and Cheese varieties. Here's my review of both.
These snack "chips" resemble actual fast food french fries, and are made from fresh-cut potatoes, rather than corn (like Hot Fries). One unusual touch: you can actually heat these in the microwave for 30 seconds, if you want.
We're about to find out how successful these are at delivering a true French Fry Experience.
For those inept at grilling - or just too tired - Hooters is offering an Independence Day burger special:
The big fireworks show on July 4th in Rockville is at Montgomery College. You can park in the lots at the corner of Mannakee Street and Route 355, or in the lots on the Montgomery College campus.
A main stage will be set up in Lot 11 at Montgomery College, near Mannakee Street. At 7:00 PM, the Fugitive Brass Quintet will perform. They'll be followed by the Pinneberg Dancers at 7:30, and the
Rockville Concert Band at 8:00.
Then the real show - the fireworks - begins around 9:15 PM.
In the event of inclement weather, call 240-314-5022 to check the status of the fireworks.
Montgomery College is located at 51 Mannakee Street.
Here are photos from the current construction site at Upper Rock in Rockville:
Nantucket's Reef, located at 9755 Traville Gateway Drive in Rockville, promises diners "the experience of dining right by the water on Nantucket," when it opens this month.
Dishes will be made Nantucket-style, and served amidst Cape Cod decor and ambiance.
Specialties will include Wicked Mussels, "Half-rack and tail," coconut and almond crusted Mahi, fresh fish, raw oysters and live lobsters.
For landlubbers, Nantucket's Reef will have prime cuts of meat, ribs and pasta.
Stay tuned for the opening date, and get your nautical attire ready, for the grand opening of Nantucket's Reef.
You can follow Nantucket's Reef on Facebook, and Twitter/Instagram (@NantucketsReef).
A new Indian restaurant has opened its doors at 9736 Traville Gateway Drive, in the Traville Crossing shopping center.
The Bukhara touts an "Indian Spice Craze" that awaits you inside.
Check the photo below for restaurant hours, and visit their website for menus.
This is another great addition, adding variety to dining in that area of Rockville.
The long-rumored Steak Quesadilla has finally been added to Taco Bell's upscale Cantina Bell menu. I tried it at the Rockville location last night, and here is my review.
Created by Chef Lorena García, the quesadilla contains a double serving of thick-cut steak, in a special marinade, and melted Pepper Jack cheese. The tortilla wrapper is nicely browned. Included in the box are tortilla chips with two dipping cups: Cantina Fire-roasted salsa, and reduced fat sour cream.
All of this costs $4.99, but don't forget the county council takes some additional money for themselves through the "take-out tax."
By the way, the Taco Bell interior dining room is still closed for renovation. But the drive-thru is still open. From what I saw through the windows, the work is far from finished.
