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Posted on Jan 3, 2013 | by Michael Foust
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WASHINGTON (BP) -- The so-called "fiscal cliff" bill signed by President Obama didn't fully please either political party, but it did contain great news for the adoption community by maintaining a tax credit that makes adoption more affordable for low- and middle-income families.
'This will ease the minds of adoptive families across the country'
The adoption tax credit was set to expire at the end of the year, and for months the adoption community had been lobbying Congress to extend it. The House and Senate did even better than that, making the credit permanent under the bill passed just before the New Year, according to the office of Sen. Mary Landrieu (D.-La.), an adoption advocate. Unlike a tax deduction, which only reduces taxable income, a tax credit actually reduces a person's tax liability. Last year the adoption tax credit was a maximum of $13,360.
Under IRS rules, an adoptive family can claim adoption expenses -- court costs and adoption agency fees, among others -- up to the maximum amount allowed under the credit. This means for instance, that if an adoptive family owes $10,000 in federal taxes for a year, and their adoption cost $10,000, then they would owe no taxes for that one year, likely resulting in a large IRS refund. Families have up to five years to obtain the full credit.
Many adoptions, though, cost much more -- $20,000 and up is common -- and the tax credit simply makes an expensive adoption more affordable.
"Every child deserves a protective, loving family, and I hope that a permanent Adoption Tax Credit will enable many more families to open their hearts and homes to a child in need," Landrieu said in a statement to Baptist Press. "Though making this credit a permanent part of our tax code is an important accomplishment, I will continue to work to improve the Adoption Tax Credit and to make it refundable to better assist Americans adopting out of the foster care system."
Making the refund "permanent" would allow families to claim the credit beyond their tax liability, a move that would particularly benefit lower-income families.
Bill J. Blacquiere, president of the Bethany Christian Services adoption agency, had been following progress on the issue for months.
"It came down to the last minute, but we're thrilled Congress finally decided to extend the adoption tax credit," Blacquiere told Baptist Press.
"While legislation is still being reviewed for final implementation, we're also excited with the decision to make the adoption tax credit permanent. This will ease the minds of adoptive families across the country. We appreciate Congress' continued support in trying to ensure that vulnerable children can experience the love of a forever family."
Blacquiere previously had said he feared fewer families would adopt if the tax credit wasn't renewed.
"I think there would be a lot of families who could not afford adoption," he said in August. "Even now, with the adoption tax credit, there are families who are taking out loans. They are doing second mortgages. You take away the credit, and they probably couldn't even get the loans."
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Directed and choreographed by Charles Abbott with music direction by Ben Krauss, the limited engagement continues through Aug. 25.
The cast includes Crystal Kellogg (Maria), Al Bundonis (Capt. Von Trapp), Megan Thomas (Mother Abbess), John-Charles Kelly (Max Detweiler), Kristen Marie (Elsa Schraeder), Jenavene Bazacas (Liesl), Sasha Hayden Zitofsky (Friedrich), Devlin Stark (Louisa), Gavin Brennan (Kurt), Sienna Grinwald-Alves (Brigitta), Hadley Magaziner (Marta), Nina Randazzo (Gretl), Marsha Waterbury (Sister Berthe), Jessica Kelly (Frau Schmidt), Kayley Anne Collins (Sr. Margaretta), Seth Bazacas (Franz), Daniel Plimpton (Rolf), Alliy Drago (Sister Sophia), Vincent D'Elia (Baron Elberfeld/Admiral von Schreiber), Mike Longo (Herr Zeller), Melissa Rose Hirsch (Frau Zeller), P.J. Adzima, Emily Brennan, Sarah Feinmark, Alexandra London, Jennifer Margulis, Colton Pometta, Chrissy Hartzell, Jillian Riley, Rob Ryan and Scott Shaefitz.
Based on Maria von Trapp's novel, "The Story of the Trapp Family Singers," The Sound of Music features a score by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II, with a book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse. The story, according to Surflight, "revolves around Maria; a free-spirited, aspiring nun assigned to serve as a governess who restores harmony to the von Trapp family before the Nazi Anschluss forces them to flee their beloved homeland."
Other members of the creative team include Kevin Allen (set design), Cathleen Edwards (costume design), Sam Gordon (lighting design) and Alan Douches (sound design). Kevin Clutz is the production stage manager, and Julie Watson is the production manager.
Surflight's 2012 season will also feature Once Upon A Time in New Jersey (Aug. 28-Sept. 15); Steel Magnolias (Sept. 19-Oct. 7); I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change (Oct. 10-21); Neil Simon's Barefoot in the Park (Oct. 24-Nov. 4); and Irving Berlin's White Christmas (Nov. 23-Dec. 21).
Surflight Theatre is located at 201 Engleside Avenue in Beach Haven, NJ. For more information and tickets, call (609) 492-9477 or visit Surflight.org.

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ESPN posted a pretty interesting article detailing the crazy bad luck Liverpool have had this season. I would have just linked to it, but they stuck it behind the "insider" wall, so F them.
There is a common theme across team sports when it comes to offense: The closer you can get the ball to where you need to go, the more successful you will be. In basketball it means getting shots near the hoop. In football it means starting your possessions in good field position. In hockey it means getting the puck close to the net. And so on.
In soccer, it's no different. The teams that set themselves up with the most opportunities close to their opponent's goal will almost always be more successful than those that don't. This seems simple in theory, but in practice it's quite difficult. Obviously opponents will not just allow a team to set up shop inside their penalty area and hope for the best. It wouldn't be much of a game if they did.
It requires a certain amount of teamwork to penetrate a defense, but more importantly, it necessitates quality athletes and decision-makers on the pitch. Once you make it to as high a level as the Premier League, it becomes less about the X's and the O's and more about the Jimmys and Joes. This is seen clearly in the correlation between spending and winning in the EPL, which is higher than in any of the major American sports leagues.
Then, of course, there are always teams that buck the trend.
Liverpool entered the season having spent most of the $80 million it received from Chelsea via the Fernando Torres transfer on a potpourri of new players. In came Stewart Downing, Jordan Henderson and Charlie Adam, joining Andrew Carroll and Luis Suarez, who were signed less than a year ago. Off the field, the Reds were doing everything necessary to win.
But in an unpredictable manner, Liverpool has endured arguably its most forgettable season on the field as a member of the Premier League.
The Reds are in eighth place, behind archrival Everton, and miles away from the side they thought they would be entering the year. The Reds have been great outside the EPL, winning the League Cup and are set to face Chelsea in the FA Cup final on Saturday, but in the league their results have left a lot to be desired.
So naturally, you would think the Reds have been poor at getting good looks close to the goal, right?
As it turns out, they have been staggeringly efficient at getting the ball near their opponent's goal and keeping it away from their own. While the top three in the table -- Man City, Man United and Arsenal -- are also the top three in passes completed into the penalty area, it's Liverpool that comes in surprisingly at fourth. The Reds have completed 570 passes into the box, 226 more than Newcastle, despite trailing the Magpies by 16 points in the current table.
Even more unbelievable, the Reds have allowed the fewest number of completed passes into their own box in the entire league.
So how can a team that is so good at penetrating defenses and at not being breached itself be so far out of contention?
For starters, the Reds have had been incredibly unlucky. They have had a league-high 29 shots denied by the woodwork, 10 more than any other club. Conversely, their opponents have hit the post only six times. This is the biggest spread in the big-five European leagues.
Certainly this has adversely affected the Reds' results, but the real reason they are stuck in the middle of the table is their dreadful shooting inside the area. So far this season, Liverpool has scored on a mere 9.1 percent of its shots inside the penalty box, nearly two full percentage points behind the next-worst squad and more than five percentage points off the league average. For context, if Liverpool would have converted its shots inside the box at the league-average rate, it would have scored 19 more goals this season, a 44 percent increase in scoring.
On the other side of the field, Liverpool's opponents have been finding the net on a league-high 18.2 percent of their shots. If Liverpool's opponents had converted their shots inside the box at the league-average rate, the Reds would have allowed seven fewer goals this season.
All together, if Liverpool and its opponents had been scoring at the league-average rate on their shots inside the penalty area, the Reds would be plus-31 on goal differential, solidly in third place behind the Manchester squads.
As a good example of Liverpool's struggles in the penalty area, look no further than the team's struggles on penalty shots. To date, the Reds have been awarded five penalties (right at the league average, for those conspiracy theorists out there), but have converted only once. Meanwhile, their opponents have also been awarded five PK's, but have been successful four times. If we flipped teams, that would have been a six-goal swing toward the Reds in only 10 shots.
There is little the Reds can do this late in the season to change the trend. Surely winning the League Cup/FA Cup double will give them momentum heading into next season. But a domestic campaign of wasted chances will stay with this team for a long time.


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You can also sometimes find deals that are only available on the airline's website. Source: Shutterstock 14 / 39 Pick the Right Site What's Your Reaction? 0 0 0 0 0 0 There are some companies like Orbitz that will refund the difference to you if you find a lower rate on a ticket on another site. Research the different travel sites and see which one offers a similar service. After you buy your ticket, keep looking at other sites to see if the ticket price goes down. Source: Shutterstock 15 / 39 Check the Hotel Site What's Your Reaction? 0 0 0 0 0 0 Oftentimes, third-party sites don't show many specials that are featured on hotel sites. Check both the hotel and the third-party site before booking the best deal. Source: Shutterstock 16 / 39 Airbnb What's Your Reaction? 0 0 0 0 0 0 Fancy a stay with a homey feel? Check out Airbnb.com, a site where individuals rent out their rooms or house to travelers. I found some pretty great deals on the site, with discounted pricing on rooms situated in prime locales. The multiple pictures will give you a good idea of what the rooms look like, and if you're still a bit hesitant, there are plenty user-generated reviews for you to check out. 17 / 39 Couch Surfing What's Your Reaction? 0 0 0 0 0 0 Want to not spend any money on your lodgings? Explore CouchSurfing.org, a volunteer-based network in which you can crash on someone's couch for free. It's a great little community that may enrich your travel experience, because your couch-surfing pal might show you some of the local sights. What better way to view the city than through the eyes of a local? Bonus: you might even make a lifelong friend! Source: Thinkstock 18 / 39 Show Your Loyalty What's Your Reaction? 0 0 0 0 0 0 Becoming a loyal member of a hotel chain will get you lots of benefits, such as discounted prices, better service, and the ability to collect reward points toward a free hotel stay. And if you play your "I'm a loyal member" card and negotiate, then you can even get a full refund on your money when you cancel your stay. I've had to do that a couple times and saved a ton of money in doing so. Some of the more famous hotel reward programs include Starwood Preferred Guest, Priority Club, and Hilton HHonors. And there is good news for those who prefer independent hotels. Turns out, there is a growing trend of boutique hotels grouping together to form their own loyalty programs; check out Stash Hotel Rewards and Voila Hotel Rewards. Source: Shutterstock 19 / 39 Craigslist What's Your Reaction? 0 0 0 0 0 0 Check out the local Craigslist for short-term vacation rentals, but be careful! People who don't do their homework can end up forking over cash to a scammer for a vacation rental and not seeing any of it back. Read these safety tips by Craigslist, and try to have a friend check out the place before you send them money. Source: Shutterstock 20 / 39 Hostels What's Your Reaction? 0 0 0 0 0 0 Trim off travel costs by staying at a hostel, and spend about $15 to $35 a night. A popular place to find hostels is hihostels.com. Hostels have evolved from their traditional image, and some of the choices on the website even include private rooms for couples, families, or groups of friends. If you're a first-timer, then be sure to prep yourself before the trip by remembering to bring things like shower slippers and ear plugs. Source: Flickr user Photo Monkey 21 / 39 Negotiate Hotel Rates What's Your Reaction? 0 0 0 0 0 0 Don't just call it a night at any price. 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Museums, theme parks, and other destinations often offer discounts for activities prebooked online because so many people don't do this and are willing to shell out more cash at the door. Don't be this person, and thoroughly research your destination and activities. In addition to checking out the tourism board, my favorite place to stop is the website of the local paper or city magazine. Periodicals geared toward locals usually have reviews of newer places and upcoming events — sometimes even discounts, too! Source: Thinkstock 25 / 39 Investigate Travel Insurance What's Your Reaction? 0 0 0 0 0 0 You'll be charged anywhere from four to eight percent of the cost of your trip for insurance, but considering what's at stake, the extra money may be worth it to protect your investment and buy you piece of mind. Source: Getty 26 / 39 Get a Cheaper, Well-Researched Hotel Room What's Your Reaction? 0 0 0 0 0 0 Using websites like Priceline could get you half-priced hotel rooms. 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The Pink Door
- Address:
1919 Post Alley
Seattle, WA 98101Neighborhood:
Belltown / Pike Place Market
- Cuisine:
ItalianPrice: $30 and under
The Pink Door
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://www.thepinkdoor.net/
- Phone: 2064433241x
- Hours of Operation:
Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm.
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm.
- Payment Options: AMEX,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Italian
- Executive Chef: Steve Smirstik
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Takeout, View, Wine
- Entertainment: Thank you for choosing The Pink Door. Should your plans change, please let us know. We look forward to serving you.
Our "Trapeze Show" is a misnomer. Our amazing athletic aerialists go up in the air 1 time per hour for a 4 minute presentation. It's not really a show, but it is awe inspiring.
Our Lounge seating, live music & cabaret is on a first come first served basis (Tuesday - Saturday). No Reservations available.
A word from The Pink Door
IF NO "RESERVATIONS" ARE AVAILABLE AT YOUR REQUESTED TIME... PLEASE CONTACT THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY FOR RESERVATIONS IN OUR INSIDE DINING ROOM. WE ALSO ACCEPT WALK-IN TABLE SEATING FOR OUR LOUNGE & DECK WHERE WE OFFER OUR FULL MENU!Continued
The Pink Door is an independently owned (never cloned, never genetically modified) restaurant that has been quietly dedicated to fresh & local Italian food since 1981. Its seafood & produce driven menu has been the central theme throughout its wildly popular domain in Seattle's Pike Place Market.
The Pink Door is an independently owned (never cloned, never genetically modified) restaurant that has been quietly dedicated to fresh & local Italian food since 1981. Its seafood & produce driven menu has been the central theme throughout its wildly popular domain in Seattle's Pike Place Market.
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
- Diners' Choice WinnerItalian
- Diners' Choice WinnerOutdoor Dining
The Pink Door - Best Restaurants in Belltown / Pike Place Market ›
The Pink Door reviews from OpenTable diners
405 reviews since May 6, 2014
- Food4.5Service4.5
- Ambiance4.5Noise LevelModerate
great for outdoor dining (283)scenic view (253)romantic (211)special occasion (211)fit for foodies (199)neighborhood gem (167)great for lunch (112)hot spot (88)notable wine list (86)good for groups (63)late-night find (56)great for brunch (32)vibrant bar scene (28)kid-friendly (21)Show More
- Lovely late night dinner spot!OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/31/2014I took my boyfriend here for his 21st birthday. We got there a bit early and they said that they would prepare a table for us, so a hostess lead us to the bar. There were no seats and she said to just sit on the stage, but it was very awkward and people were laughing at us, so we went to a different host and he seated us outside. It was a bit chilly but they offer blankets, which I thought was very nice! We had the meatballs as well as the bruschetta and the steak, plus chocolate cake for dessert. Everything was delicious and perfectly seasoned! The service was a bit slow, but very good considering how packed the place was. Definitely recommend making reservations if you want to get into this place. Overall a lovely experience!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- LovelyOpenTable Diner Since 2009Dined on 8/30/2014So fun and the food was excellent. Really felt like I was experiencing something unique in Seattle.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/30/2014When we arrived, a hoist was talking on the phone and did not even acknowledge us for 10 minutes, so we were standing in front of his face waiting to be invited. Other than that, food was good and view is very nice from the patio.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Fantastic findOpenTable Diner Since 2008Dined on 8/30/2014We arrived in Seattle around 6:30PM. By the time we got to our condo, it was almost 8, and we were famished. The concierge recommended Pink Door, and it was fantastic. Over the next 5 days, we ate there 3 times. Fresh, innovative, delicious. Can't wait to go back. No sign out front, just a pink door.....Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- amazing placeWonderWomanDined on 8/29/2014We keep returning for the food and service. One of our Seattle favorites. A must do!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- If it's raining, don't worry!KJSinSeattleVIPDined on 8/29/2014It's been a couple of years since I last remembered to dine at The Pink Door, and gosh, have I been missing out! I'd forgotten how well-prepared, fresh and tasty everything on the menu is, and what a treat it is to dine overlooking the Market at Elliott Bay. The online reservations are for their tables outdoors (seasonal), so if you reserve via OpenTable, voila-- you have a table outdoors! I was a little worried about sitting outdoors as the sky was a bit gray... worry not! The first tiny drops of rain brought out a nearly-invisible sliding awning-- hidden behind the latticework overhead-- to keep us warm and dry even while it sprinkled around us. The Pink Door is a treat: and try the cioppino-- it's Northwest-fresh, tasty & perfect!Special Features:
- OKleroy999Dined on 8/28/2014great desert, salmon overcooked, great service, nothing really food noteworthy among our four diners. price was reasonable for the location. nice roof top dining area.Special Features:
- Always fun, funky, & great foodOncDocVIPDined on 8/28/2014The Pink Door has long been a favorite for Seattle funky style, great food, anda rareplace with a nice view right in the middle of Pike Place (where you might think there would be more places that fit this bill). Pink Door service is always attentive and friendly, the food great, and you just can't beat the feelinh of being outside looking at the water. It continues to remind me why it'sa favorite.Special Features:
- One of the BestfancyfeasterDined on 8/27/2014The Pink Door is one of my favorite Seattle restaurants. Although its menu is not particularly large, the dishes that they do have are executed wonderfully and always keep me coming back for more! The ambiance of the restaurant is quite charming and elegant. The outdoor seating area is perfect for warm summer nights. I'll be back again for sure!Special Features:
- Pike Place Market MustSparkyDined on 8/27/2014The Pink Door has been around for many years and it is one of the best Pike Place Market gems. The view from the outside dining deck is fantastic and the vibe of the market is all around. The food and service is excellent and I would recommend a visit to anyone visiting or anyone that lives in the Seattle area. It is tried and true experience in the market.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Pretty In PinkprettyinpinkDined on 8/26/2014The Pink Door is such a gem for the Pikes Market area. The food is excellent, the staff are very friendly and professional, the energy is always positive. The outside seating is always the best, with the view it creates an "outdoor Parisian cafe" experience. Can't go wrong with The Pink Door!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- THE BEST PATIO IN THE CITYOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 8/26/2014Love love love this patio! The food is wonderful too and we come often.Special Features:
- great experienceGordlooVIPDined on 8/26/2014We went here on a recommendation from a friend.What a find! From the outside you don't expect much but wow!Great patio views,wonderful food and a terrific server.Highly recommended.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Meatballs and moreOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 8/26/2014Not our first time at Pink Door, but few times better than August: great weather for outdoor seating and heirloom tomato season are tough to beat. Whether it's in bruschetta or caprese salad (our choice), heirloom tomatoes are to be savored. Likewise, some of Seattle's best meatballs are great in a sub or on the side (the latter this time, but both are winners). Crab/sweet-corn risotto was "heaven in a bowl," according to my wife, and GF, too (one of several GF offerings). The wine list offers many options, but for lunch we usually go with a half-carafe if house wine and have ever been disappointed. Reservations strongly recommended, even if you're arriving at opening.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Hit with Texansgreatnite44Dined on 8/25/2014Recommended by friends who formerly lived in Seattle - were not disappointed. Good food, great service and healthy pour. Enjoyed the entertainment also.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Pleasantly surprised.RoyKDined on 8/24/2014My wife made us reservations while we were in Seattle. After looking at the website I was a little hesitant and even suggested we try something else. However, I was pleasantly surprised with the overall theme of the restaurant and the cuisine was surprisingly appetizing and well presented. This is a great find in Seattle and will complement anyone's dinning itinerary while in town.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Always a PleasureOpenTable Diner Since 2009Dined on 8/23/2014The Pink Door did not disappoint, once again. And we always have high expectations when we go there. It is the best summer deck dining experience in the city, in my opinion. Thank you and keep up the great work!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/22/2014Love the decoration, and the service makes the experience even better. A must In seattle !Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/22/2014Excellent- went there for my Birthday with my family. We all thought it was great!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- More Vegetarian Pasta OptionsLynndyDined on 8/22/2014I am a gluten-free vegetarian. Therefore, I appreciate that Pink Door offers gluten-free pasta. Even so, there was only one vegetarian pasta dish offered with mushrooms which I dislike so I ordered something else when I looked forward to having pasta. It would be nice to have had a second choice. Nevertheless, I enjoyed the beautiful view, good service and quality food. I just wanted pasta instead of the panini that had a tasty filling but made with Udi's bread.Special Features:
- The Pink Door Wows!fireftr007Dined on 8/21/2014Sure enough, just as the website says you will not find a sign saying you've arrived at the right place, just a pink door in an alley. Cutting to the quick, excellent service, a noisy, boisterous atmosphere full of energy - exactly what one would expect at a good Italian restaurant. The food was superb, my wife having oven baked lasagna and crab risotto fort myself. Our appetizer was bruschetta but not an ordinary one at that. Thick sliced heirloom tomatoes, sweet and full of flavor on garlicky sliced ciabatta (I think) drizzled with olive oil and fresh chopped basil. The lasagna was delicious, the risotto cooked perfectly. The only complaint was the corn and grape tomatoes in the risotto were so sweet as to detract from the crab. Poor me!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Tourist trapBamaMexDined on 8/21/2014I had read several very positive reviews of Pink Door. I would just call it average. Not a good restaurant by Seattle standards.Special Features:
- OpenTable Diner Since 2008VIPDined on 8/21/2014Excellent food, skillful service even for a large group. Too many tempting choices -- it was hard to make a decision.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- an evening on the deckItaliandreamerVIPDined on 8/20/2014The day started gloomy but by evening it was perfect – the sun came out and our experience could not have been any finer than it was on the deck at the Pink Door. Our waitress Elyse was amazing – great sense of humor but never intrusive; always on top of our needs. And we indulged in super food – the tuna carpaccio was a standout; our entrees of scallops, lamb and the pasta of the day were excellent; and everything was rounded out by delightful wines and desserts. Thank you, Pink Door, for giving three long-time friends who explored Italy together 12 years ago an evening that transported us back to that fantastic trip.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Casual Italian FareBaNaNaBoy69Dined on 8/20/2014This Pink Door was recommended by a friend whom has dined here before. We were on our way back home to Vancouver, BC from a Portland, OR road trip and made a pitstop in Seattle for lunch. The restaurant is located on Post Alley in the Pike Place Market area, similar to Granville Island in Vancouver. It also has outdoor patio seating. I had the Vegetable Lasagna while my girlfriend had the Seafood Spaghetti. The food is decent with moderate portions, not the typical Amercan, obesity-inducing, super-sized portions like one usually sees in the States. This place seems like it would be more popular with the tourists than with the locals. It's a casual atmosphere serving Italian appies, pasta, one pizza, meat and seafood entrees. It was okay.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Not very good restaurantLollipopDined on 8/19/2014Very disappointed with the meals. Smallest portion of vegetables I have ever received, and they were cold and pickled. Served flat beer but was given the last dregs of the barrel free. Lamb was very salty although well cooked. My wife's chicken meal was OK. Would not recommend this place. My poorest meal of the holiday. Only gave two stars because my wife's meal was ok.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/19/2014A great hidden gem! The outdoor seating has an enjoyable view of the water. The food and service were great. I have recommended The Pink Door to family and friends.Special Features:
- fantasticHaroldski8797Dined on 8/17/2014I'll keep it simple, I'll go there every time I go to SeattleSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great spotChrisopherDined on 8/16/2014hard to find, no sign just a pink door but worth the effort. Eat outside if you can, great view of harbor. Great meal and service at moderate prices.Special Features:
- I want to go backwillohDined on 8/16/2014My wife and I went to the Pink Door for our anniversary. We always save up for a nice restaurant for that night. This place was perfect. I cant remember having better Italian food. Unfortunately we couldn't afford dessert and still give a good tip so we skipped dessert. The service was wonderful. I literally savored every bite of my food. I couldn't have asked for more.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- The Pink Door: A Seattle SecretcorpenDined on 8/16/2014Having a reservation for Saturday's lunch saved us from a long wait as this place is very popular. The service was efficient and friendly. The food was awesome. Best New York steak I have ever had. It was tender and cooked to perfection. We have friends coming to visit, and the Pink Door will be on our places to visit list.Special Features:
- Excellent Dining in SeattleOpenTable Diner Since 2008Dined on 8/15/2014While the Pink Door is right in the middle of the crowded tourist area, once you go through that pink door, the rest of the world melts away. We had a delightful dinner on the back porch, with a partial view of the bay. We enjoyed a great Barolo and some wonderful food in a terrific atmosphere. What's not to love about that. The service was stellar, and the weather was wonderful. It was a great night in Seattle.Special Features:
- amazing establishmentPatrickUSFDined on 8/14/2014This place has the cheekiest cocktails and most fabulous dungeness crab risotto to say the least. Will I have to dine here again, YES!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Reservation request not respectedseafoodloverDined on 8/13/2014I made a reservation over 3 weeks in advance for a Wednesday night and requested to be seated outside on the patio. The day of, I confirmed that I wanted to be seated outside and when we showed up at 7:48 for our 7:45 reservation, the hostess said she had already marked us as "no show" and given away our table. We were placed in the back of the dining room so we could not see the patio or even the band. This was extremely disappointing since it was my birthday and I had made reservations so far in advance. Besides the hostess, overall the food was great, the server was attentive, and we appreciated the real candles.Special Features:
- Decades of excellenceSeattledinerDined on 8/13/2014The Pink Door continues to be one of my favorite Seattle restaurants. The patio setting is unmatched and the classic Italian menu consistently tasty.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great food, great view of bayvhinpghVIPDined on 8/12/2014Be aware that there is no actual sign on the door -- just a pink door in Post Alley, so find it by the address. Our waitress was wonderful. She made good suggestions and we tried several different items, all of which were delicious. The bruschetta and caprese appetizers were excellent and included large slices of the best tomatoes we have ever eaten (the bruschetta did not have diced tomatoes, but sliced) flavored gently with herbs to bring out the natural taste. As mains, three of us had the lasagne, the cioppino, and the Pappardelle Al Ragù Bolognese and each was delicious and delicate with robust but not over-powering flavors. I would come back tomorrow if I weren't trying to experience more of the city.Special Features:
- Love the Pink DoorBonmysterDined on 8/11/2014Found this restaurant a few years ago and have always wanted to return. This latest dining experience was every bit as good as the first time. We were well taken care of and the food was outstanding. Can't think of a single bad thing to say.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Unique dining experienceFrenchFoodFanDined on 8/11/2014Enjoyable time for a special occasion. A bit loud and small/cramped inside so know what you're getting into... Otherwise the live entertainment was unique and enjoyable.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Family Weekend VacationLindaDined on 8/10/2014We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at The Pink Door. The food was absolutely awesome and the service was outstanding. Our waitress was extremely cordial and very accommodating. I would highly recommend this restaurant and consider it a must when visiting Seattle. My son'e pasta was excellent as was my dinner. The Hotel 1000 highly recommended this restaurant and we totally agree.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Very Good at Reasonable PricesgcminVIPDined on 8/9/2014This is very good but not great food, but given the quantities (huge appetizers) and prices it is well worth a trip. The food is fresh, and somewhat creative - the olive oil with the bread, for example, is noteworthy. We shared a grilled calamari appetizer and it was the highlight of the meal. The pasta fruiti de mari, by contrast was relatively bland despite the description. The wine list is broad and reasonable, and has several half bottles, always a pleasant surprise.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.


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A baby girl born in Las Vegas with only half a heart continues to survive against all odds.
Four-month old Gracie has hypoplastic left heart syndrome, which basically means she born with half a heart.
Gracie's mother, Candie Baber, was given the news about her daughter's condition 16 weeks into her pregnancy.
Barber says, "It was really hard. Because it's like someone telling you your baby is not going to be okay,"
Gracie has gone through a lot since her birth, starting with open heart surgery when she was only ten days old.
She was able to go home for the first time after five procedures and two surgeries later.
But she continues to need an oxygen and feeding tube.
None of this seems to bother Gracie though as she shows off her amazing smile.
Her mother continues, "She was fighting so we were fighting for her."
She is expected to have another surgery in a few months and another when she turns three. Doctors hope to eventually make her heart whole.
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Servings: 24 bacon crisps
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 2 hours at 250 degrees, or 40 minutes at 350 degrees
Difficulty: Easy
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 lb sliced bacon, cut in half
1 sleeve Waverly Wafers or other buttery rectangular crackers
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees.
Place 1 teaspoon of the cheese on each cracker and wrap tightly with a strip of bacon. Place the wrapped crackers on a broiler rack on a baking sheet and put the baking sheets on the oven rack. Bake for 2 hours, or until the bacon is done. Do not turn. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot or at room temp.
Cook's note: You can also bake at 350 for 40 minutes if in a hurry!
Wondering if I can make these a day ahead of time? Should I refrigerate or freeze? Reheat? Bring to room temp? Thanks!
By Julia on December 21, 2013
I have made these too but instead of parm I used cream cheese. Yummy and it doesn't fall off the cracker when wrapping it with the bacon.
By Cynthia A Webb on November 07, 2013
The sweet version of this is amazing. Use brown sugar instead of parm. You will love it. Missing you Paula, you need to get a new show real soon.
By Christine M. Rucinski on October 15, 2013
I like your post, because I love bacon. The pig is my favorite animal of all. I do actually prefer make bacon on the floppy side and not so crispy, but your methods are solid. I'm definitely not a microwave user, but the frying pan and oven are ways I've used before. Pork belly is king!
By Andrew Smith on October 04, 2013
Soooo glad your back and I like Ree Drummond too
By Kay Copeland on September 13, 2013
My cousin always makes these for family gatherings now I have the recipe for my parties can't wait to make them
By Anonymous on September 13, 2013
To Hope--Who cares where it came from? Just be glad you have the recipe. Cooks copy each other's recipes all the time........this isn't anything new. At least with Paula's post, we don't have to deal with all the sarcastic nonsense that Ree Drummond posts on her web.
By Lulu on August 09, 2013
I'm making these now,I think Chicken n Biquit crackers would be awesome with these..will try them next time..
By Kim on January 31, 2013
Hello there! I'm just curious or I should say confused about your recipe Bacon Crisp. I got this recipe from Pioneer Woman before the Christmas holiday and it's the same recipe. Who copied who? I know I probably won't receive an answer, but I just thought I would bring it to your attention, as someone is copying someone. Pioneer Woman said she received her recipe from her mom, where did Paula get hers? This is very misleading to us who watch both shows. Hope you can clear it up.
By Hope on January 25, 2013
People tell me everyday that I look just like you Ms. Paula, and I can even cook too.
By pamela kay carpenter on May 20, 2012
Fixed this for Super Bowl and it was a "Touch Down". Everyone loved it! Once guest called it bacon crack because it was so addicting, she kept eating it.
By Pam on February 06, 2012
By Anonymous on January 18, 2012
This is a recipe to turn guests inside out craving more. ALWAYS a huge hit at parties and receptions that gather many remarks like "Who brought this?" and "Can I have the recipe?" I'm always willing to share and enjoy telling that it is a Paula Dean recipe. Have baked at both suggested temps and time - I prefer the shorter time of 40 minutes at 350 and use Keeblers Club Crackers.
By Corky Lyman on December 26, 2011
If in a big hurry, place on paper towels in the microwave, in fact, I prepare mine this way now because it does not take more than 5 - 6 minutes. Guests love them......Never any leftovers
By dee on December 17, 2011
OMG!!!! Addictively yummy!
By N.B. on November 18, 2011
About 10 years ago I devised a very similar recipe. I use sesame seed breadsticks and wrap a strip a bacon around it. I sprinkle them with parmesean before they go into the oven. When they come out I sprinkle again and serve them hot. Delish!!
By Tori on August 12, 2011
By Anonymous on June 28, 2011
it's so amazing how you can wrap bacon around something and it makes it taste so good something a simple as a chacker.
By Angelia on June 02, 2011
I had these at a party last week and they were wonderful! Had to walk away from platter as I couldn't stop eating them.
By Anonymous on November 12, 2010
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By LORI TUCKER
6 News Anchor
KNOXVILLE (WATE) - A trend in the way many babies are delivered is on the decline.
Now, many hospitals are embracing new research that shows inducing labor early could lead to big problems for both mother and child.
One doctor says getting to choose your child's birthday is, in most cases, a terrible idea.
The March of Dimes is behind a campaign called "Healthy Babies are Worth the Wait."
The goal is to reduce the number of babies born too soon through elective induced labor or C-section when there's no medical reason to do that. New research shows it can put the baby at risk for short and long term problems.
Seven-week-old Emma Grace came into the world at Parkwest Hospital right on time at 39 weeks. She's the fifth child for Cheryl Miller.
"I'm 40 and I do not want anymore!" she said.
Miller decided to have her labor induced so that she could have a sterilization procedure right after delivery.
"It was just best to do it all at once," Miller said.
Dr. Kenneth O'Kelley of Generations OB/GYN agreed to induce, but only at 39 weeks, not before.
"The need to be sure that this intervention was not causing any harm for the mother and the baby was important," Dr. O'Kelley said.
Miller wanted to wait for safest date for induction, but not every expectant Tennessee mom does. And that's causing problems.
The state health department says nearly one in three babies is born at 37 or 38 weeks. That used to be considered full term.
But new information shows babies need at least 39 weeks to grow and develop. Researchers say Weeks 35 to 39 are crucial for brain growth.
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Reviews by CoolJosh:
4.08/5 rDev +1.2%
Included as an extra in my trade with Hoppymeal. Derrick, you are one of the most generous people that I have traded with.
Poured into a tulip, this beer yields absolutely no head. It's not completely flat as a few very small carbonation bubbles rise throughout the glass. The body is a vicious dark black, with some slight translucency around the edges. Still I would have liked to have seen some head.
The beer smells good. Really roasted and burnt. A little bit subdued but what my nose is picking out is pleasing. Coffee lies underneath some heavy sweet malts. Again, I wish more was coming out here, but I like what I'm getting.
The taste is awesome. Really robust roasted and burnt malts flavors. Some great bitter chocolate, and roasted caramel malts. A really decent roasted coffee flavor and a little bit of licorice. Some light dark fruits as well, mostly plum and cherry. Very full of flavor, and very aggressive. Match all of the above with a nice creamy mouthfeel and you've got one hell of a brew.
07-08-2009 01:24:50 | More by CoolJosh
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4/5 rDev -0.7%
Thanks to jjfoodie for sharing this bottle.
The beer pours black with a tan head. The beer has red highlights. The aroma is roasted malt with some smoke and teriyaki sauce. The flavor is roasted malt, soy and teriyaki sauces as well as some alcohol and chocolate. Thick mouthfeel and low carbonation.
07-05-2010 02:34:45 | More by Mora2000
4.22/5 rDev +4.7%
Poors jet black with a small creamy brown head. Smells of coffee and roasted oats. Tastes of roasted oats, coffee, burnt molasses and hints of berries and the 12.9% alcohol creaping in the back ground. Leaves a nice sticky feeling in the mouth that leaves one thirsty for more. Overall this is one damn good RIS and I wish I had more than 1 bottle left.
05-22-2008 02:16:11 | More by FrognutUnl
3.93/5 rDev -2.5%
Huge thanks to hoppymeal for this fine beer. The chance to drink such a rarity is truly appreciated.
Appearance: It pours a very dark, nearly jet black color. No light getting through, even around the edges. Carbonation must be really dialed down as a hard pour yielded a minute head. Retention was extremely short and little to no lacing lined the glass. Extra points for the color though.
Smell: It's very malty up front. It features a load of chocolate malt that sweet smelling and extremely inviting. Roasted malts are a little more subdued, but obviously play a big role. There's a very distinct roasted coffee aroma. All three nicely complement each other. Alcohol is noteable, but doesn't smell overly strong. Edit: A glance at Derek's review indicates the abv is 14.1%. Blending that in to a degree where it's not distinct is quite the feat. It's not overly complex, but it is a nice smelling RIS that features all of the earmarks of a nice stout.
Taste: The nose obviously is a nice representation of the flavor profile since it's nearly a mirror image. Chocolate malts are sweet and dominant. Roasted malts follow and complement the chocolate well. The chocolate flavor is easily the strongest flavor here. Roasted coffee really rounds it out and adds some depth. I like it quite a bit. Much to my surprise (and pleasure), hops have been added with a generous hand. It's got a nice little bitter pine bite. Alcohol is clearly strong here. It's very noticeable and a little boozy. Finishes sweet and a little bitter.
Mouthfeel/Drinkability: It features a body that's on the lighter side of thick. It carbonation is dialed way down and gives it a nice, smooth feel. I think I'd like a tad more carbonation, but it's got a nice smooth feel. Drinkability is limited if the abv is indeed 14.1%. I believe it. Alcohol is clearly strong in this one.
What a great first experience with Michigan Brewing Company this has been. This is a very impressive RIS that's got a lot of flavor. I think the carbonation is a little low and it could stand to be a few percentage points lower on the abv. I think this would be an excellent beer at 9%. The extra 5% doesn't add a whole lot. Well...it does add a nice buzz. On second thought, I like it. Big, bold, and kick ass. Thanks, Derek.
10-28-2008 03:08:06 | More by prototypic
New York
4/5 rDev -0.7%
11-21-2011 00:10:06 | More by Amalak
New York
3.53/5 rDev -12.4%
A: The beer is very dark amber (near black) and has a thin ring of bubbles on the surface around the edge of the glass.
S: A sharp aroma of alcohol (very similar to rubbing alcohol) fills the nose, although this scent becomes somewhat more subdued as the beer warms up.
T: The taste mainly consists of dark, roasted malts, along with some notes of alcohol.
M: It feels medium-bodied and smooth on the palate with a fair amount of alcohol heat. There is some dryness in the finish.
D: It's relatively drinkable given the alcohol content.
05-09-2010 18:42:07 | More by metter98
4.13/5 rDev +2.5%
poured jet black with a pinky width off-white head that sustained the duration of the life of my glass.
the smell was roasty, spicy, coffee, molasses, hopsack, alcohol.
the taste was very strong; had a slight burnt coffee flavor, very malty, hopsack, bitter, spicy, roasty.
the mouthfeel on this beer is very thick.
i gave the drinkability score a little low because of how young this beer was; it needs a few months more aging.
i am excited about the barrel of this they are aging on a burbon cask. cant wait until next year!
They did this with the other RIS MBC made a few years ago and the outcome was good.
01-10-2006 03:57:34 | More by plaztikjezuz
Ontario (Canada)
4.47/5 rDev +10.9%
got this one in a trade with plaztikjezuz a while back. thanks scotto!
12oz bottle, 2007 vintage. sampled sept 20/09.
pours opaque black, no trace of light coming through. a small dense dark brown head forms, quickly dropping to a ring around the glass and leaving a few spots of lace.
aroma is great. rich dark and milk chocolate. espresso. light alcohol. caramel and toffee. earthy and woody. toasted multi-grain bread and biscuit. bit of cracker.
taste is great. bittersweet and dark chocolate. espresso and dark roast coffee. light alcohol. dark toasted multi-grain bread. biscuit. caramel and toffee. earthy.
mouthfeel is great. nice big body. silky smooth medium-low carbonation.
drinkability is great. silky smooth. great balance, hiding most of its alcohol. excellent depth and complexity. the age has probably mellowed this out, but it's damn fine now.
09-20-2009 21:57:35 | More by grub
2.5/5 rDev -38%
10-13-2012 16:54:51 | More by jaidenjb
British Columbia (Canada)
4.08/5 rDev +1.2%
Sampled at the Michigan Brewers Guild Summer Fest.
A: Black, tan head (poured from a pitcher, so there wasn't much), a little leg/lace.
S: Roasty, chocolate, molases, a little acidic?
T: Dark roasted coffee, dark rye bread, assertive bitterness, not much hop flavour, acidic.
M: Full body is dry (well attenuated for a big brew), somewhat chalky and acidic. Light to moderate carbonation.
D: Very good.
08-12-2006 19:07:37 | More by Derek
4/5 rDev -0.7%
Served in a snifter at Michigan Brewing Company.
A- Poured almost black. I could make out brown coloring near the edges and as I got to the bottom of the glass. Very little head but a lot of lacing.
S- Mostly roasty malts.
T- Again a lot of roasty flavor. There was a touch chocolate in there.
M- Light carbonation and good thick feel coats the mouth.
D- The Russian Imperial Stout comes with a 2 beer limit. This limit really isn't necessary because it would be hard to put down more than two in a sitting at 12.9% ABV. The Michigan Brewery represents the RIS style really well, but doesn't do a lot to set itself apart from other great Imperial Stouts. It is, however, a very solid beer that I'd like to drink again.
On a side note, the Pub's new digs are pretty nice. It misses some of the intimacy from the old location, but makes up for it with more seating and the homebrew store being right down the hall. I'll look to do a review of the pub in the near future.
06-18-2007 00:34:56 | More by GRPunk
3.08/5 rDev -23.6%
22oz bomber with no label.
A- Kind of odd... very viscous looking on the pour, but not pitch black, more of a clearish dark brown. Even with a hard pour, I can barely get any head out of this. Pretty bland and unexciting.
S- Some tootsie roll chocolate aroma, a bit of nuttiness, some roastiness, and a touch of alcohol.
T- Roasty, nutty, and slightly boozy. There isn't a lot of depth to this, and the chocolate flavors don't really come through in the mouth. This isn't gross, but just boring as hell.
M- Very smooth due to the lack of carbonation, which actually seems to work for this. Slightly harsh on the finish though.
D- Well, it is a sipper and it will get you drunk. Boring, but not bad.
05-23-2009 04:19:47 | More by david131
Ontario (Canada)
4.15/5 rDev +3%
12 oz bottle, batch from 2007, thanks to grub for sharing!
Pours a very dark brown, black, no light gets through, pretty thin tan head forms, settles to a thin ring around the glass, some lace spots stick to the glass. Smell is real nice, lots of dark fruit, chocolate, roast, vanilla, alcohol, raisin, cherries, very earthy, caramel and brown sugar, pretty intense. Taste is similar, big chocolate and brown sugar, lots of dark fruit, cherries and raisins, caramel sweetness, earthy, light alcohol, but just super smooth and drinkable, chocolate milkiness in the finish. Mouthfeel is medium bodied with low carbonation, goes down like butter, no trace of the ABV. Thanks Russ!
09-20-2009 21:37:17 | More by Viggo
3.88/5 rDev -3.7%
Thanks hoppymeal for this one; small, unmarked capped bottle poured into a snifter.
Pitch black, small head that does not hold very well, leaving average lacing.
Aroma is mostly of roasted malts, with a predominance of coffee. Good but not overly complex.
Full bodied, drinkability is limited by a somewhat excessive alcohol presence; flavors include unsweetened coffee and chocolate, more on the bitter side than the average. This one would probably improve with a bit more aging, but could also use a bit less "heat".
05-21-2008 02:51:27 | More by brdc
North Carolina
4.18/5 rDev +3.7%
Appearance: Pours a midnight brown that fades to tawny at the edges with a very modest head that manages to hang around as a film and leaves just a few spots of lace
Smell: Roasty, almost charred, with fudgy chocolate and coffee elements
Taste: Opens with a dark chocolate flavor that moves in a variety of directions by mid-palate - roasty, bitter/piney and boozy; after the swallow, the sweeter chocolate elements tend to dominate, but the finish is laden with coffee roast
Mouthfeel: Medium to full body with low carbonation and a hint of warmth
Drinkability: This is a really nice RIS that suffers just a little from the ultra low levels of carbonation
Thanks, Hoppymeal(?), for the opportunity
03-05-2010 00:11:31 | More by brentk56
4.13/5 rDev +2.5%
22oz. bomber received as an extra in a trade with iceicebaby. Thanks again man!
Pours a very dark brown, almost black color with dark ruby/mahogany edges when held to a light source. Completely opaque but this beer is pretty much still with very little head that immediately dissipates. No lacing at all.
Deep roasted chocolate malt aroma with hints of roasted coffee, silky bitter dark chocolate, toffee, oatmeal, nut, coffee and espresso bean. There's a slight alcohol presence in the nose along with some very faint earthy hops.
Chewy, viscous full body with a lot of roasted malt character. There's a nice silky dark chocolate malt flavor that is slightly bitter accompanied by a strong roasted malt/espresso bean presence. I'm also picking up some oatmeal, toffee, nut and surprisingly, a nice dry bitter hop presence in the finish. There is some slight alcohol warmth but overall the ABV of this beer is excellently masked making it deceptively drinkable. I never would have guessed that this beer was 13%. Complex and flavorful interpretation of the style.
05-08-2010 05:05:36 | More by corby112
4.13/5 rDev +2.5%
Pours near black with shades of brown. Tan head has nice lacing and retention.
Nose has dark fruity malts, sweet caramel, cocoa, coffee and molasses.
Taste has roasty malts, chocolate fudge, espresso, subtle hops and ripe fruits.
Creamy body is thick over the palate and well carbonated. Impressive offering from Michigan Brewing.
09-21-2009 21:17:39 | More by rye726
4.08/5 rDev +1.2%
12 ounce blank bottles with very tiny handwritten labels, thanks to hoppymeal and OHLRangers, thanks Derek and Ed, both were 2007 vintages from November, one went to Woodshop Quad and one is currently being consumed out of my Delerium Tremens snifter, color is a deep brown, nearly black, one inch of tan foam settles and sticks for close to five minutes, nice lacing, aroma is mostly roasted malts up front, dark chocolate, hint of fruit and pepper, also black licorice and some mild smoke, taste is rather strong, which can be expected with a beer that is nearly thirteen percent, starts off roasty, slightly chewy malt in the middle, cocoa in the finish mixed with a bit of dryness that seems like they could be from hops, also pick up a bit of an olive flavor later on, mostly roasted once it warms though, roasty, warming, and dry mouthfeel, thick body, low to moderate level of carbonation, drank the bottle pretty easily, alcohol would catch up eventually and it is not exactly hidden, still pretty good drinkability, first beer from this brewery and it was a doozy, look forward to trying a bourbon barrel version of it someday, would drink again, recommended
03-02-2009 01:59:23 | More by Floydster
4.1/5 rDev +1.7%
Sweet nectar of the gods! I sat in pure enjoyment as this black syrup poored from the tap and into my tulip glassware at the Michigan Brewing Company! It looked like some body was changing the oil on my car. A thin dark head hovered of the beer and a sweet odor permeated the air space above it. A nice viscous drink that's major drawback is it only can go down so fast and two drinks make it illegal to drive. A nice mix flavors...cocoa,caramel,a light coffe taste and just a nice thick feel in the mouth and throat. $4 a glass and $5 a bottle...a little pricy but I think I'll up a sixer next time I'm in the area.
02-20-2008 01:45:31 | More by KeggerKen
Ontario (Canada)
3.6/5 rDev -10.7%
Thanks to Joe for sharing this at the mini-stout tasting. Served in a FoBAB taster. This vintage is labelled ~ 10%.
A - A late, late rising dime of dark tan foam that dissipates almost immediately to a very thing ring (Joe's super hard pour got maybe a half-finger). Super dark brown that is as close to black as you can get - some nice ruby red highlights at the fringes.
S - Smell has a lot of chocolate, cola, a bit of marshmallow, some harsh booze, and a touch of smoke. It's a solid smelling RIS, but nothing special.
T - Taste is a little more authentic cola/sarsaparilla flavor, some dark chocolate, with some dark roast in the finish. There's a bit of plastic/char flavor that I'm not digging so much. Well-hidden booze.
M - This is a little lighter in body than I like, and the texture is a little grittier than I prefer. It just seems a little burnt. The low level carbonation is nice, and not Lost Abbey level non-existent.
D - 8oz was more than enough of this one, although the light body and low-carbonation made it pretty easy to pound down.
11-03-2009 01:37:07 | More by MasterSki
4.5/5 rDev +11.7%
12-22-2011 00:59:35 | More by westonhood
New Jersey
4/5 rDev -0.7%
07-04-2012 17:43:38 | More by koopa
4.72/5 rDev +17.1%
Pours brown out of the bottle, but appears black in the glass. Unfortunately is a bit lighter in color than I prefer, and it doesn't appear to be bottle conditioned. Dark red fruit and chocolate in the nose, but it doesn't have the vibrancy I'd prefer. Flavor has some serious concentration and depth to it. Very flavorful and complex from start to finish. Anise, chocolate, dark roast, fudge, bitter hop. Wow, a beauty. Great recipe. Well executed.
12-10-2008 06:05:40 | More by Crosling
4.5/5 rDev +11.7%
I had this on tap at the Oak Cafe in Wyandotte, MI. The beer poured a pitch black color with a dark tan foam. The aroma was strong and rich, mostly chocolate with some roasted malts. The flavor was very chocolaty, probably the strongest flavor of chocolate I've had in a beer to date. Really thick mouthfeel, this is delicious and addictive. Very good RIS.
02-19-2008 03:31:42 | More by TurdFurgison
4.75/5 rDev +17.9%
I grabbed this on tap at the Blind Pig in Champaign, a great beer and buy. RIS pours two fingers of tan froth on a deep black body, with dense lacing on the way down, outstanding presentation. The smell is rife with coffee, caramel, and fruit, bold and complex. The taste is incredible--lots more than coffee, especially berry, grape, orange, caramel and brown sugar--dense and complex. Well hopped and fruity, this is a terrific RIS, heavy on the ABV (12.9%) but still definitely very drinkable.
03-22-2008 03:22:20 | More by Gehrig
Michigan Brewing Russian Imperial Stout from Michigan Brewing Company
88 out of 100 based on 27 ratings.