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Streamflow trends in Europe: evidence from a dataset of near-natural catchments
Stahl, K.; Hisdal, H.; Hannaford, J.; Tallaksen, L.M.; van Lanen, H.V.J.; Sauquet, E.; Demuth, S.; Fendekova, M.; Jódar, J.. 2010 Streamflow trends in Europe: evidence from a dataset of near-natural catchments. Hydrology and Earth System Sciences Discussions, 7. 5769-5804. 10.5194/hessd-7-5769-2010Full text not available from this repository.
Streamflow observations from near-natural catchments are of paramount importance for detection and attribution studies, evaluation of large-scale model simulations, and assessment of water management, adaptation and policy options. This study investigates streamflow trends in a newly-assembled, consolidated dataset of near-natural streamflow records from 441 small catchments in 15 countries across Europe. The period 1962–2004 provided the best spatial coverage, but analyses were also carried out for longer time periods (with fewer stations), starting in 1932, 1942 and 1952. Trends were calculated by the slopes of the Kendall-Theil robust line for standardized annual and monthly streamflow, as well as for summer low flow and low flow timing. A regionally coherent picture of annual streamflow trends emerged, with negative trends in southern and eastern regions, and generally positive trends elsewhere (especially in northern latitudes). Trends in monthly streamflow for 1962–2004 elucidated potential causes for these changes, as well as other changes observed in hydrological regimes across Europe. Positive trends were found in the winter months in most catchments. A marked shift towards negative trends was observed in April, gradually spreading across Europe to reach a maximum extent in August. Low flows have decreased in most regions where the lowest mean monthly flow occurs in summer, but vary for catchments which have flow minima in winter and secondary low flows in summer. The study largely confirms findings from national and regional scale trend analyses, but clearly adds to these by confirming that these tendencies are part of coherent patterns of change, which cover a much larger region. The broad, continental-scale patterns of change are congruent with the hydrological responses expected from future climatic changes, as projected by climate models. The patterns observed could hence provide a valuable benchmark for a number of different studies and model simulations.
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Crystal structure of arabidopsis thaliana cyclophilin 38 (ATCYP38)
Cyclophilin38 (CYP38) is one of the highly divergent cyclophilins from Arabidopsis thaliana. Here, we report the crystal structure of the At-CYP38 protein (residues 83 to 437 of 437 amino acids) at 2.39-A resolution. The structure reveals two distinct domains: an N-terminal helical bundle and a C-terminal cyclophilin beta-barrel, connected by an acidic loop. Two N-terminal beta-strands become part of the C-terminal cyclophilin beta-barrel, thereby making a previously undiscovered domain organization. This study shows that CYP38 does not possess peptidyl-prolyl cis/trans isomerase activity and identifies a possible interaction of CYP38 with the E-loop of chlorophyll protein47 (CP47), a component of photosystem II. The interaction of CYP38 with the E-loop of CP47 is mediated through its cyclophilin domain. The N-terminal helical domain is closely packed together with the putative C-terminal cyclophilin domain and establishes a strong intramolecular interaction, thereby preventing the access of the cyclophilin domain to other proteins. This was further verified by protein-protein interaction assays using the yeast two-hybrid system. Furthermore, the non-Leucine zipper N-terminal helical bundle contains several new elements for protein-protein interaction that may be of functional significance. Together, this study provides the structure of a plant cyclophilin and explains a possible mechanism for autoinhibition of its function through an intramolecular interaction.
Crystal structure of Arabidopsis cyclophilin38 reveals a previously uncharacterized immunophilin fold and a possible autoinhibitory mechanism., Vasudevan D, Fu A, Luan S, Swaminathan K, Plant Cell. 2012 Jun;24(6):2666-74. doi: 10.1105/tpc.111.093781. Epub 2012 Jun, 15. PMID:22706283
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[CYP38_ARATH] PPIases accelerate the folding of proteins. It catalyzes the cis-trans isomerization of proline imidic peptide bonds in oligopeptides. Required for the assembly and stabilization of PSII.[1]
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3rfy is a 1 chain structure with sequence from Arabidopsis thaliana. Full crystallographic information is available from OCA.
- Vasudevan D, Fu A, Luan S, Swaminathan K. Crystal structure of Arabidopsis cyclophilin38 reveals a previously uncharacterized immunophilin fold and a possible autoinhibitory mechanism. Plant Cell. 2012 Jun;24(6):2666-74. doi: 10.1105/tpc.111.093781. Epub 2012 Jun, 15. PMID:22706283 doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.1105/tpc.111.093781
- ↑ Fu A, He Z, Cho HS, Lima A, Buchanan BB, Luan S. A chloroplast cyclophilin functions in the assembly and maintenance of photosystem II in Arabidopsis thaliana. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2007 Oct 2;104(40):15947-52. Epub 2007 Oct 1. PMID:17909185 doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.1073/pnas.0707851104


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a four-year college, community/junior college or career school.
Log on to www.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 min.
application survey. Scholarship awarded on random drawing.
Deadline is April 22. Student Insights is a market research firm
helping colleges and universities communicate more effectively
with high school seniors. For more information on the company,
log on to www.studentinsights.com.
2012 Student-View Scholarship Program
ABAK Agriculture Scholarship Program – $1,000 scholarship for
students who have declared a major in an agricultural related
field of study or who have been accepted into an agricultural
study program. Application materials available in Student
Services scholarship box. Deadline to apply is June 1.
ABAK Agriculture Scholarship Program
$1,000 Balanced Man Scholarship for a outstanding freshman male
entering Western Kentucky University in the Fall. For a male who
embodies the principles of the Balanced Man, someone who is
academically minded and excels in other activities. Must have 21
or better ACT score. See the scholarship box for an application.
Deadline is May 1.
WKU $1,000 Balanced Man Scholarship
KY AMVETS Auxiliary Scholarship – For a high school graduate who
has been accepted into a school for a Service-oriented
profession. See the scholarship box for an application. Deadline
is April 1.
KY AMVETS Auxiliary Scholarship
15th District PTA Scholarship – Need and desire to further your
education will be considered along with academic standing.
Applications available in scholarship box or online at
www.15thdistrictpta.org/scholarships Deadline is March 25.
15th District PTA Scholarship
The Carrols LLC Community Scholarship presented by Burger King –
Deadline April 2. Applications in Scholarship Box in Student
The Carrols LLC Community Scholarship presented by Burger King
Reginald P. Gradnigo Memorial Scholarship – Financial need is
considered. Min. 2.0 GPA. Special consideration for applicants
who live in the 40216 zip code. Deadline is April 15.
Applications available in the scholarship box in Student Services.
Reginald P. Gradnigo Memorial Scholarship
Hortense B. Perry Foundation of Eta Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa
Alpha Sorority — For young African American women who demonstrate
academic potential, financial need and ability to overcome
obstacles. Applications available in Scholarship Box in Student
Services. Deadline is March 28.
Hortense B. Perry Foundation of Eta Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
Florence Barry Scott Education Scholarship — Must be a full time
senior in JCPS and have 3.0 or better GPA. Must not be receiving
full reimbursement of the expenses of tuition, books, etc.
Requirements: application, three references, 500 word essay.
Applications available in Scholarship Box in Student Services.
Deadline is April 6. Pick up application packets in The
Scholarship Box in Student Services.
Florence Barry Scott Education Scholarship
Kentucky Federation of Republican Women Scholarship Program —
$1000 scholarship to a college-bound senior girl who is a
registered Republican planning to enroll in a course of study at
an accredited college or university in Kentucky. Deadline is
April 16. See the scholarship box in Student Services for an
Kentucky Federation of Republican Women Scholarship Program
Every year, Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society (BIACS) award
$1,000 one-time scholarships to high school seniors graduating in
the spring or summer of each year and who will be joining a
college for postsecondary education. BIACS has been awarding
these scholarships since 1986. This year, BIACS will be awarding
at least nine (9) scholarships, seven to the graduating high
school seniors from any of the Kentucky high school and one to a
graduate student from UK. The Banquet will be held on Sunday May
20, 2012 from 4:30 to 9:30 PM at Embassy Suites, 1801 Newtown
Pike, Lexington, KY 40511.
This scholarship is open to any graduating high school
students. Complete information is available in the package. The
application material with instructions can be downloaded from
www.biacs.org .
Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society (BIACS) Award
2012 Kentucky State Police Trooper Island Scholarship Program.
Created in 2008, the program strives to expand the mission of
Trooper Island, our boys and girls camp located on Dale Hollow
Lake in southeastern Kentucky. Our hope is to provide scholastic
financial support for young people attending a college or
technical/vocational school. Although preference will be given to
those students who attended Trooper Island camp, it is open to
all who apply. We expect to award three scholarships in the
amount of $1,000.00 to be used for the fall semester of this year.
The deadline for scholarship application submissions for the 2012
program is April 1, 2012. Find copies of the application in the
scholarship box in Student Services. Completed applications may
be sent to: Trooper Island, Inc., Sergeant Craig Sutton, P.O. Box
473, Albany, KY 42602, email@example.com
2012 Kentucky State Police Trooper Island Scholarship Program
Please click on the link to find several scholarships for 2012
seniors and articles pertaining to scholarships and financial aid.
A link to Several Scholarships and Articles
2012 Charles T. Steele Scholarships sponsored by The Louisville
Urban League Guild Scholarship Committee. Eligibiliy: Graduating
Senior, ACT score of 18 or better, GPA of 3.0 or better,
Financial Need, Have been accepted and will attend two or four-
year post-secondary insititution. Application deadline is March
30. Applications available in scholarship box in Student Services
2012 Charles T. Steele Scholarships
The Department of Chemistry of the University of Kentucky is
pleased to announce the Wilbur L. Price Scholarship for a high
school student who will become a chemistry major at the
University of Kentucky in the Fall Semester of 2012. See Ms.
Dattilo for the application. Application due March 26.
Wilbur L. Price Scholarship at UK - Chemistry majors
A $1000 scholarship for graduating seniors in the Jefferson
County Public Schools pursuing a two- or four-year degree at an
accredited institution and demonstrating a commitment to
environmental stewardship. Applications must be postmarked by
April 13, 2012. Pick up the application in the scholarship box in
Student Services.
Rumpke Recycling Scholarship
Check out the website for information regarding more
scholarships. http://scholarship.cflouisville.org
The Community Foundation of Louisville
Louisville Metro Housing Authority Scholarship Program: For high
school seniors and adults who reside in public housing
developments or Section 8 units. Scholarships of $1500 for one
year (renewable based on grades and funding). Eligibility also
includes 2.0 gpa, essay, application. See Ms. Dattilo/Scholarship
Box for the application. Deadline is May 1.
Louisville Metro Housing Authority Scholarship Program
Kentucky Electronic Security Association 2012 Youth Scholarship
Program: $1000 Scholarship For high school seniors whose parent
is fire personnel or active duty police. Deadline is March 30.
See the scholarship box in Student Services for application.
Kentucky Electronic Security Association 2012 Youth Scholarship
Ahrens Trade High School Alumni Association Scholarship Program:
The Alumni Association will be awarding two $1000 scholarships to
graduating seniors who are a child, grandchild or great-
grandchild of an Ahrens Alumni, either living or deceased, and
will be attending a college, university or vocational school
after graduation. There are no specific GPA requirements,
although GPA will be taken into consideration along with other
criteria. Application and guidelines are available from the
website www.ahrensalumni.org. Deadline for submission is April 1,
Ahrens Trade High School Alumni Association Scholarship Program
Sts. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital 2012 Scholarships: $3000 each with
at least 12 being awarded to deserving Seniors who live in the
primary service areas of the following zip codes: 40047, 40105,
40109, 40110, 40118, 40165, 40202, 40203, 40204, 40205, 40206,
40207, 40208, 40209, 40210, 40211, 40212, 40214, 40215, 40216,
40217, 40218, 40219, 40241, 40243, 40243, 40245, 40228, 40229,
40258, 40272. Seniors must plan to attend an accredited college
or university and sumbit application (available in Scholarship
box in Student Services), two teacher recommendations, one rec
form from a community leader, copies of test scores, copies of
parent W2 forms. Deadline for submission is April 15.
Sts. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital Scholarships
THE ZAMBIA NKRUMAH LIVE THE LEGACY SCHLOARSHIP AWARD: will be
given to two students who are involved in changing our community
and creating a legacy that promotes academic success and communal
empowerment. Five-Hundred Dollars will be awarded to each
student who meets the enclosed criteria. Award is based on
academic standing and community involvement. Students must have a
minimum 2.5 GPA and provide documentation. Two recommendations
(One from a teacher or counselor and one from an adult mentor).
Students must be involved in extra-curricular activities.
Impartial panel of judges will determine awards. Deadline is
March 16, 2012 See Scholarship Box for applications.
Louisville Agricultural Club Scholarships: For students who will
be enrolled in agricultural or ag-related curricula in Kentucky
and Indiana. Scholarships awarded on the basis of academic
achievement, character, citizenship, need and participation in
activities other than class work. Deadline is March 31. See the
scholarship box for applications. Awards range from $2100 to
$3600 payable over four years.
Louisville Agricultural Club Scholarships
Gray's College Bookstore Scholarship: $250 to 1 eligible student
per school who will be attending JCTC or U of L full time, show
financial need, and have a 2.0 or better GPA. Deadline has been
extended to April 2. See Scholarship box for application.
Gray's College Bookstore Scholarship
Rumpke Recycling Scholarship: A $1000 scholarship for graduating
seniors in the Jefferson County Public Schools pursuing a two- or
four-year degree at an accredited institution and demonstrating a
commitment to environmental stewardship. Applications must be
postmarked by April 13, 2012. Pick up the application in the
scholarship box in Student Services.
Rumpke Recycling Scholarship
Kentucky State University Carson E. Smith Scholarship: For
African American males who will enroll in K State. Must have a
min gpa of 2.0. Must demonstrate potential success in high
education and must express financial need. Deadline is May 18.
Applications available in Scholarship Box.
Kentucky State University Carson E. Smith Scholarship:
Deadline: March 31. For U. S. Students age 13 and older. Respond
in 250 words max. "Which superhero villain would you want to
change places with for a day and why?" apply at
Superpower Scholarship
Scholarship Points Scholarship: For U. S. High School Students.
apply at http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/notes/sp.jsp
Deadline: March 31
Scholarship Points Scholarship
Cappex "A GPA Isn't Everything" Scholarship. Deadline is March
31. apply at http://www.scholarshipexperts.com/notes/capg.jsp
Cappex "A GPA Isn't Everything" Scholarship
All About Education Scholarship: Deadline April 30. For U. S.
Students age 13 and older. Respond in 250 words max: "Tell us
what you think about the following statement: The key to fixing
our nation is 'all about education'." apply at
All About Education Scholarship
Deadline May 31. For US students graduating high school in 2012-
2015. Must register for WiseChoice. Respond in 200 words max. "Do
you think 'college fit matters' in the college selection process?
Explain your answer." Apply at
WiseChoice $2500 "Find the Right College" Scholarship
Minority Educator Recruitment and Retention Scholarships: For the
following schools: EKU, Kentucky State University, Morehead,
Murray State University, NKU, UK, U of L, and WKU. Students
applying for the MERR scholarships must meet the university's
criteria for the scholarship and must plan to major in education.
MERR scholarships are usually in the amount of $2,500.00 per
semester and are renewable for up to four years, as long as the
student continues to major in education and maintains good
academic standing with the university. Applications available in
Student Services Scholarship Box. Deadline is April 23.
Minority Educator Recruitment and Retention Scholarships
Women in School Administration Rosa Phillips Stonestreet
Scholarship: one $500.00 scholarship to a member of the class of
2012. To be eligible for this scholarship, the female student
must enroll in a teacher certification program in an accredited
college or university in the fall of 2012. She should have
outstanding leadership qualities with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Applications available in scholarship box in Student Services.
Deadline is May 3, 2012.
Women in School Administration Rosa Phillips Stonestreet Scholarship


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Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa
- Address:
1 Langdon Drive
Cambridge, ON N3H 4R8Neighborhood:
- Cuisine:
InternationalPrice: CAN$51 and over
Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa
- Dining Style: Fine Dining
- Website: http://www.langdonhall.ca/
- Phone: (519) 740-2100
- Hours of Operation:
Breakfast: Daily: 7:00am - 10:30am; Brunch: Sunday: 12:00pm - 2:30pm; Lunch: Daily: 12:00pm - 2:00pm, Dinner: 5:30pm - 9:00pm
- Payment Options: AMEX,Diners Club,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Continental, Global, International, International
- Executive Chef: Jason Bangerter
- Dress Code: Jacket Preferred
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Farm to Table, Fireplace, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
A word from Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa
Come and taste the magic that acclaimed Chef Jason Bangerter is creating. With an exceptional wine cellar, Kathleen Moore can recommend a wine pairing to go along with the wonderful seasonal menu.The Dining Room at Langdon Hall has been awarded the coveted Five Diamond Award from AAA/CAA. Only a handful of restaurants from around the world earn this prestigious distinction. With a chefs kitchen garden on property the menus change often taking their influence from the harvest that we receive.Continued
Wilks' Bar is a wonderful alternative for those looking for a casual setting for lunch and dinner.
Wilks' Bar is a wonderful alternative for those looking for a casual setting for lunch and dinner.
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Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa reviews from OpenTable diners
16 reviews since August 1, 2014
- Food4.1Service4.1
- Ambiance4.7Noise LevelQuiet
special occasion (13)romantic (11)fit for foodies (10)scenic view (8)great for outdoor dining (6)notable wine list (6)great for brunch (4)great for lunch (4)neighborhood gem (3)good for groups (3)late-night find (1)Show More
- OpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 11/1/2014My friends and I had a lovely time at Langdon Hall. For a foodie like myself, I was a bit disappointed. First I was not impressed with the selections on the menu. I ordered poached scallops plus 2 of my other friends. It would have been better to get 2 sea scallops than 5-6 bay scallops. It was tasty but a bit salty. Presentation was nice but accompaniment of 4 small heirloom carrots would hardly qualify it as a main entree. My dark chocolate fudgesicle was just okay. The wine we had Pinot Grigio from Elena Walbach vineyard leaves a delicious taste on the palate.Special Features:
- expected morelovetoeatDined on 10/12/2014gorgeous setting but lately langdon's quality and service has decreased. lacking in flavour and portion sizes being even smaller one would expect much more for the high prices they charge both for food and wine. another note from the appetizer course to mains, we waited 45 minutes. this has always been my favourite place but sadly the vibe has changed so much....hope they improve.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- DrSandraVIPDined on 8/30/2014This restaurant never disappoints. The food is exquisiteSpecial Features:
- Absolutely fantasticMagnificentVIPDined on 8/14/2014Wonderful farm to table or grown on property ingredients. Magnificent dishes with great flair and presentation. Fantastic service from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave. If you are in the Toronto area it is a must.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- awsomewillng2tryDined on 8/14/2014The food was everything we expected and then some. Presentation of every dish was a feast for the eyes. The food was exquisite, with unexpected tastes coming through in every bite obviously based on unusual ingredients the chef very cleverly uses to compliment the dish. Definitely not your average dining spot.Special Features:
- Fabulous ExperienceNebbieVIPDined on 8/11/2014Food here is delicately prepared with local ingredients. Dining room is nicely decorated and faces a gorgeous garden. Service is top notch. The only flaw is the proximity of the tables (too intimate with other diners at times). $400 for two tasting menus and a bottle of wine.Special Features:
- Where to begin..FrankVIPDined on 8/4/2014First off the location of the outdoor dining area is beautiful. Set under a lovely old tree with the view of the gardens. For a 5 star property I found the restaurant service to be very poor. They could take some lessons from other fine establishments like Niagara winery region. It won't take much to take this place up a notch to be deserving of its ratings. The presentation of the food is very nice yet the food was less than spectacular, leaving you hungry and staring at the white empty plate. I understand everything is from local farms but the meals can have a bit more food for the price.Special Features:
- The following 45 reviews are from the Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa reviews archive.
- Truly Fine DiningRebeccaDined on 7/12/2014What a wonderful way to mark our 27th wedding anniversary . We had the tasting menu with venison as we did not want the pigeon ( bad experience with pigeon when in Amsterdam). We recommend the wine pairings as it truly did enhance the meal. The menu was well balanced and we really did enjoy the lobster, scallop and venison. Dishes were arranged beautifully and we enjoyed the use of the local herbs. The best tasting menu we had in a long time. Service is impeccable. Serv ice was friendly, attentive, generous and the sommelier shared willingly about the wines. She is very knowledgeable. A wonderful dinner. Great staff including the receptionist who warmly greeted us to Langdon Hall.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- A special treatmichelinVIPDined on 7/1/2014Beautiful stop on the way to Stratford theatre. If the weather permits...beautiful surroundings to dine outside. Food is mostly grown in Ontario and very imaginatrly put together and presented artistically.Special Features:
- Fantastic!CaballeroDined on 6/14/2014Took my wife for her birthday; very romantic! Excellent staff, service was impeccable. Highly recommended!Special Features:
- Beautiful - as always.LauraVIPDined on 2/16/2014Langdon Hall is as special as it has always been. The food was amazing, the service wonderful, and we loved the pianist! We can't wait to go back.Special Features:
- Home runMarciaVIPDined on 2/11/2014The dinner at Langdon Hall for my 65th birthday lived up to all my expectations. Every bite filled my mouth and soul with requisite sensations. I had the barley and sweet onion tart and the Lingcod. The names and descriptions on the menu did not do justice to the taste experience. For dessert I ordered the Winter Trifle which was also a hit. I have been to Langdon Hall for many special occasions over the years. In fact the first time we went was about 24 years ago. They have kept the place in immaculate condition and I have noticed over the years how they are always redecorating. Nothing gets shabby there. And the service was quiet and elegant. I feel very fortunate that we have a restaurant of this caliber in Waterloo Region.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Splendid surroundings!OpenTable Diner Since 2006VIPDined on 2/1/2014Amazing house and property, top notch service and impeccable food all makes for an amazing experience...worth the drive!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- New Year TreatAnneDined on 1/1/2014We decided to try something different this year and booked a New Year's Day brunch at Langdon Hall. Our party of five really enjoyed the whole experience and made a memorable day for us. The buffet was a feast for the eyes and I was tempted to try a little of everything. My favourite had to be the cheese plate which was accompanied by walnuts, fruit and french bread. Being a cheese person, my main selection was the very cheesy mac and cheese which was very rich and satisfying. The dessert table was equally tempting. I thought the brunch was very good value and I will certainly be back for another special occasion.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Magic at Langdon Hall!tanyatDined on 12/23/2013We booked before Christmas for a romantic lunch for 2 on Dec 23. Then the storm hit and knocked out power. Langdon Hall kindly advised that lunch would be a cold buffet instead of full menu. Well when we arrived it was a winter wonderland and were seated, we found a beautiful and delicious hot buffet (check for yummy food!). The food was incredible and we were impressed with what the chef came up with during a power outage!! The wine list was a book! We found something from the working wine refrigerator that was perfect for our lunch. Service was helpful and not intrusive. Our lunch spanned almost 3 hours (because we were enjoying ourselves so much) and not once were we made to feel rushed! It was a magical day! We'll definitely be back!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Consistently good!CanadianFoodieDined on 11/2/2013We've been to Langdon Hall a number of times, and it is always delicious and excellent service. They've changed their breakfast menu, but it is still very good value for the quality of restaurant. We go for special occasions and it always feels like a special treat.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- lovely night outsnowomynDined on 10/26/2013We were there on a Saturday night, with a group of 8. They easily accommodated the party size. There was bread and butter to start, then a lovely amuse bouche of heirloom carrots and dip. The table had a wide variety of appetizers and mains. The wine, selected by the help of the sommelier, was excellent and the glasses were replenished often. Dessert was amazing, and they even humored the selection of an appetizer (the scallops were that good) as a dessert. We've been to Langdon at least ten times in the last decade and it never fails to deliver for a special night out. It was a new chef (less than 2 weeks) but the change was not noticeable to us (we had last been in a year ago).Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- sitting on it's pastmooseDined on 10/9/2013I think when Jason arrives there is a good chance for LH to regain it's past accoloades, he was spectacular at Auberge. Dinner last night was underwhelming. Good but not what you expect and pay for from LH. I must say though the dessert was excellent, the service as good as ever and the atmosphere excellent, except they put everyone in one end of the dining room which created a high noise level and the feeling of being crowded.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Special night outTheGratefulFedDined on 9/27/2013Have planned on eating here for a long time. Staff in and out of restaurant very helpful. Enjoyed the service and the food. Nice choices of drinks Food very flavorful. Enjoyed it thoroughly.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- pretentiousOpenTable Diner Since 2009Dined on 9/26/2013Loved the venue and ambience but the staff were trying too hard to be "fine dining" and not succeeding. They were NOT accommodating and did not have the competent panache they aimed for. The portions were attractively presented but ridiculously small even for a small eater. I was very disappointed since this has such potential.Special Features:
- Pleasant surroundings, wonderfulMrsMcDined on 9/3/2013Pleasant surroundings, wonderful food and superb service. A truly great evening, friendly and knowledgeable service - will come againSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Always my favorite, especiallyAmandaBozDined on 9/3/2013Always my favorite, especially for my birthday. The food was exceptionally wonderful this visit. Lots of fresh food from the gardens and always stunning presentation. Thanks again for another perfect dinner out.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Mixed FeelingsJetTechDined on 8/31/2013We certainly had great expectations coming to Langdon Hall. My brother has been several times and and the reviews are great. To celebrate our 17th wedding anniversary we decided to try LH The patio was a beautiful, quiet place to spend our dinner but weren't expecting half-naked swimmers cutting through the dining area all evening. The staff were all very personable and knowledgeable. We came here expecting an amazing meal with complex layers of flavour but several dishes were surprisigly bland. The Cured Beef Tenderloin and Blueberry Souffle were rather disappointing. The Glazed Squash with Le Puy lentils was misleading, only about 2tbsp mixed in with barley The overall ambiance and beautiful garden saved the evening.Special Features:
- We had Easter Brunch at theOpenTable Diner Since 2008VIPDined on 3/31/2013We had Easter Brunch at the Langdon Hall. It was so nice. Beautiful setting looking out at the woods. The ambiance was warm and relaxing, not stuffy. The food was amazing. Delicious and so beautifully presented. The piano was excellent, not intrusive or stuffy, just the right ambiance. It was very elegant and delicious, and made Easter very special. We might make this a new family tradition!Special Features:
- Had a great time. Went withOpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 3/9/2013Had a great time. Went with my wife. Romantic atmosphere for sure. Soft piano playing in the background. The food was also good and different from usual. Deserts were fantastic.Special Features:
- Langdon is a great place toOpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 2/12/2013Langdon is a great place to go for a special occasion. We had a great time, enjoyed a great bottle of wine and some wonderful food.Special Features:
- As we do everytime we visitAmandaBozDined on 2/2/2013As we do everytime we visit Langdon Hall, we had a great experience! Staff are incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, and far exceed any standard or expectation, the atmosphere is perfect - made even more so when someone started playing the piano near the end of our meal - and the food is to die for. I always joke that Langdon is one place I can never order more than one course, because with the delicious house made bread and butter, and various culinary treats that are comliments of the chef (between courses and sweet treats at the end), I would never have room for everything. We will certainly be back, and hopefully next time it's an overnight stay so we can take advantage of everything else they have to offer!Special Features:
- Excellent dining at Langodn HallOpenTable Diner Since 2010VIPDined on 1/27/2013Returned to Langdon Hall for dinner. It was just as wonderful the second time. The delicately flavoured digby scallop soup had scallop scented potatoes. The albacore tuna with oyster mushrooms was a captivating combination of flavours, while the seasonal green salad was a generous serving of fresh organic greens. Mains that we ordered included a hearty short rib, a very tasty wild Lake Huron trout which is a local specialty and melt in your mouth fresh lobster. Dessert was an amazing Honey souffle with a thick syrupy earl grey tea infused creme anglaise.Special Features:
- As they have the privilegesOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 8/6/2012As they have the privileges of the greens, I wish they can offer more vege dishes for vegetarian. Having said that, the services are excellent, food is fantastic.Special Features:
- Top class all the way! FoodMikePDined on 7/28/2012Top class all the way! Food well prepared and presented, with attentive service. Great atmosphere in a classic country "house".Special Features:
- The food was heavenly andOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 7/25/2012The food was heavenly and the entire experience devine!!Special Features:
- A true dining experienceMarciaVIPDined on 7/5/2012Langdon Hall never fails to impress. We are so lucky to have this gem in our area. And it is not overpriced. It is worth every penny considering the quality of food service and ambiance. But don't go if you want meat and potatoes and want to eat and run. This place is for a true dining experience. Go with friends who can keep the conversation going for a couple of hours.Special Features:
- It was a great evening. TheOpenTable Diner Since 2010Dined on 4/21/2012It was a great evening. The service, the food and presentation were fantastic! Made a special night very memorable!Special Features:
- Loved that most of the foodkflanDined on 4/14/2012Loved that most of the food was locally grown, as in their own backyard!Special Features:
- Perfect Sunday brunchOpenTable Diner Since 2005VIPDined on 8/28/2011This place is excellent and stacks up against the best restaurants any day. Chef even went out of his way to make my wife a lobster omelette that was not on the menu. Always a favorite.Special Features:
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really good grocery stores
Hi all..
Am going to be in miami for a photo shoot, and need to find some good grocery stores..actually we will be in the Keys..
Where i usually shop is trader joes and costco for the big stuff..but know that there is no TJ's in miami/florida so am searching for some options...
Miami has Publix, which is a very good standard supermarket chain. WholeFoods is also in South Florida (there's one in Boca, anyway).
re: Bob W
Publix is mediocre at best. There's a Costco if you take a detour off the Turnpike at 88th Street (on 137th Ave.). It's the southernmost costco that I know of. There's a Wild Oats on US1 on the way to the Keys as well. Once you're in the Keys choices become very limited so if you can do your shopping before you'll have a better selection.
re: lax2mia
"Really good?" Hmmm... Where in the Keys?
Key West has small stores to graze> Fausto's for meat, try Pirates Seafood in the little trailer at Owens gas station on the boulevard. Good price on pinks and they are always excellent and huge. He usually has lobster and stone crab in season as well as grouper and snapper, both fresh. Dions Market for fried chicken... Waterfront market for produce (meat, seafood too).
re: lax2mia
Publix changes according to the neighborhood it serves. The one on Southern Blvd. and Parker in West Palm Beach and the Palm Beach Publix kick ass. Great wine, cheeses, bakery etc. The one on Alton Rd. in South Beach is awesome. The one one Key Largo is pretty good. The one in Homestead sucks. Incidently, Publix wins internationally-juried competions year after year for its bakeries, widely considered the best in the industry.
re: flavrmeistr
You're kidding. Tell me you're kidding. Some of my Diet Coke just came out of my nose when I read your remarks about Publix.
I would list list the incompetencies of Publix on this board (e.g. baguettes that are soft including the crust, vegetables that are pre-packaged and shrink wrapped, etc.) but I'd probably have to start a new topic, if not an entire website. Next time you're in Northern California step into a Raley's or Bel Air supermarket. There you can get a freshly made tri-tip sandwich, as opposed to the freshly made Marshmallow Delight salad you can get at Publix.
re: lax2mia
You must be thinking about Winn-Dixie, which you are describing to a T. Thirty kinds of cheap bologna and marshmallow salads galore. All the baked goods have the same glazed-donut texture. Depressing. Any supermarket in Northern California has a more toothsome assortment of groceries than damn near anyplace else in the country. Why be so callous as to rub our face in it?
re: flavrmeistr
With that in mind, is Publix really as bad as lax2mia is making it out to be or has lax simply had a better-than-average supermarket experience? I've read the posts on this but hesitated to post, as I'm not really sure. I've always thought Publix was great for some things and convenient. The markets that had the stuff I didn't want to buy at Publix didn't have other stuff I needed, etc. I've also shopped in Cincinnati area (processed food, megastore heaven) and the N Chicago suburbs (prettier on the outside but less selection than Publix).
re: amyvc
In response to both posts, no, I wasn't talking about Winn-Dixie, and no, I'm not rubbing it into anyone's face about the groceries in NorCal. The thing is, if they can do it in NorCal, why can't we do it here? I understand that California is produce heaven, but does Publix really think that shrinkwrapping asparagus makes it more appealing? If Wild Oats and Whole Foods can have nice looking produce sections, why can't Publix?
So no, in response to post #2, I don't think I've had better-than-average supermarket experiences. I've had experiences at supermarkets that go the extra step which means, if given the incentive to do so, our dear local Publix could also do.
And in a slight retraction, I don't know if any of you have visited a Publix Sabor, the Publix markets aimed toward Hispanic customers. The one in Hialeah is actually a better concept than a "normal" Publix. Aisles are wider, there's a butcher that cuts meat to order, there's a pre-prepared food counter with rotating dishes, the produce is presented in baskets (although some is shrinkwrapped). If you live near one you should visit it. Hopefully Publix will take ideas from this venture into its mainstream locations.
re: lax2mia
"If I live near one, I should visit it"!? That's what I've been trying to get through to you! The Publix in my neighborhood caters equally to wealthy Palm Beachers and a burgeoning Cuban community. A killer combination, in my opinion. You can get a whole roast pig, top-notch Cuban baked goods and desserts (flan, diplomatico, rice pudding), great variety of fruit and produce and all manner of other good stuff. Sorry that you haven't been to a good one, but they really do exist. By the way, in South Florida, "Hispanic" is mainstream.
re: lax2mia
I totally agree with lax2mia. A desert like Phoenix, AZ has grocery stores that are 100 times better than the ones found in FL. Fresh Market is the only decent grocery store. Much of the produce in FL grocery stores (including Publix) are already rotting and they are damn expensive. I guess west coast and southwest has way better groceries and wider variety of both fresh produce and bakery products
re: mkris
I have the exact opposite experience with Fresh Market produce. In my experience, it's been the stuff that's engineered to look pretty at the expense of taste and scent, and because they don't turn it over as quickly, it's rotting already as I'm leaving the store. (or molding in the advance of the sell-by date in the case of cheese) And you pay a significant premium for pretty and tasteless. The only produce I consider buying there is the organic bananas.
I have far better luck with a Publix in a nice part of town- not as pretty produce, but far better smell and taste, and they do enough volume that everything is normally as fresh as you get in a grocery store situation.
re: beachmouse
A thread about Publix and I missed it? Thanks to whoever revived this thread so I could add my two cents. I've lived all around the country and I have never lived in a town that really has only one grocery store chain. Publix is so bad that I call it the "Communist Republix of Miami". The veggies and meat are average to bad and the fish is completely unedible. Forget baked goods as they can't get bread, rolls or sweets correct. It is funny that people will defend this chain saying, "you haven't been to a good publix". Believe me. Live somewhere else where people have choices as to where to shop and you will understand what a good grocery store can be. My last stop at publix was for coconut flakes. All they had was sweetend, shredded coconut. When pressed where the dried coconut was, two people at the store told me they never heard of it and I must be crazy to think it exists. Ahhhh, publix....if it isn't in the store, it just doesn't exisit in the world.
re: lax2mia
Ralphs, Vons, Albertsons, Safeway, Gelsons or Trader Joes would be great, but what I really want is a 99 Ranch Market.
re: lax2mia
I used to go to the 99 Ranch on Sepulveda in Van Nuys! Great store, but you had to time it right if you wanted fish. Those short Asian grandmas have sharp elbows, and they weren't afraid to use them!
I really miss being able to get that thin shaved lamb for hotpots- I can find beef and pork, but no lamb...
re: scscr
Albertson's was in North Florida for around 10 years (they sold their Florida stores to Publix earlier in the year) and I was never terribly impressed with them. They managed to be better than Food World or (yuck) Winn-Dixie, but the meat and produce were only average, the bakery sucked, and their prices on middlebrow packaged products were about 20% higher than what you'd pay at other stores in the area.
If you missed their attempts in the Southeast, you didn't miss much.
re: beachmouse
I never really shopped at Albertsons. I just think it's strange that we don't really have a choice in SoFla.
re: scscr
The problem is that when comparing Publix to Albertson's now owned by Publix, Winn Dixie and the now Sweetbay, Publix has much better service hands down. I hate the prepackaged produce but Publix's customer service is better than the rest of the pack of basic grocers. When you get into the upper ends stores like Fresh Market and Whole Foods you are into a different market.
I was recently out west in Colorado and went to Safeway and City Market. Neither were significantly different than what we have in Fla. except the prices were much higher on produce.
re: scscr
I'm with Lax2mia, too. I hate Publix with a passion verging on homicidal rage. I've bought semi-rotten produce countless times from Publix (in many different locations -- you can't tell till you get it home because it's frigging shrink wrapped.) The Publix in my neighborhood is filthy, understocked, and half the perishable products are out of date. Shrimp? Mushy and stinking. I only shop there when totally forced to.
re: scscr
having just come back from a road trip to Ocala Fl, my first stop was to a publix, where I got myself a decent loaf of Rye bread,I'm originally from Miami and am now living in Harrison Arkansas where they don't know what a loaf of Rye bread is, nor in Springfield Missouri I'll gladly exchange all these stores for just one Publix or one Costco, so when I do go home I go to Penn-Dutch for my meats,take home loads of bread from Publix along with foods I can't get here,and thengo to Joe Patti's in Pensacola for my seafood, then boogy home.Consider yourselfs lucky.
re: amyvc
The Publix experience is becoming a bit more hit-or-miss (as compared to pretty uniformly bad). Depends on which store, and sometimes on just luck of the draw as to when they've restocked. I primarily go to the one in Miami Shores which is a relatively new store for Miami-Dade County.
Their produce is generally decent and reasonably fresh, selection is not terribly broad but is serviceable. Will occasionally come across some interesting items (saw blood oranges recently) and their organics selection is improving. The organic strawberries are delicious if you can find them. Selection of unusual latin american fruit and veg is pretty good.
Their poultry and pork are generally fine but their meat (beef) is just not very high quality. Winn Dixie does do beef better than Publix. Seafood is also usually pretty scary, veering between frozen stiff and stinking to high heaven.
Bakery is passable, deli has Boar's Head, prepared foods are not much to speak of (though for all I know the fried chicken might be good).
Also often some interesting finds on the shelves in the ethnic sections (Miami Shores has a good Caribbean section).
Doesn't even begin to compare to some of the higher end chains in other parts of the country though.
re: amyvc
It really is a case of your Publix may vary. My local one has minimal shrinkwrapping in the produce section, a bakery that gets crunchy breads crunchy, and if there is a marshmallow salad, I haven't seen it.
And their fruits and veggies actually taste like they're supposed to, unlike the woefully disappointing Fresh Market down the road, which seems to be mostly about finding the pretty apples and peaches which then smell (and taste) like absolutely nothing. They're also really expanded their organics section at my local one in the past year, and we got decent smelling and tasting apples into late April. And as someone who grew up in apple country, I'm picky about grocery store apples.
Bakery- good french hamburger and faux-Cuban rolls, the general bakery breads are average overall, but still much better than what you find at other grocery stores. The 'artisan' breads are significantly better, and regular buys in our house. I know they're frozen dough brought in, but they taste like real bread and not cotton candy.
Other organics and specialty products- they've got some sort of subcontracting deal with a local independent grocer (Modica Market in Seaside) who is responsible for selecting and stocking a lot of that category, and they do well. Lots of quirky little shelf goods that don't normally show up in other grocery stores. They also tend to come out significantly cheaper than Fresh Market on items they've got in common.
Fish- never buy it there since there are several local fishmarkets where I know the product was swimming in the Gulf 24 hours or less ago.
Meat- our butcher will cut product to request if you don't like what you see.
They aren't Dean & Deluca, but the Publixes here do well on middlebrow
products. I wonder if once you get out of their core markets in the Peninsula, they're targeting a more specialized demographic.
re: beachmouse
Commenting on the same area, I love the Publix stores in Destin, Sandestin & Ft Walton on Hwy 98. Won't step foot in the one on Mary Esther anymore, they have let me down more times than I like to remember.
re: flavrmeistr
Oh, to be sure, Winn Dixie is much, much worse. And Flordia Albertsons' (Albertson'ses?) manage to be lousy and expensive at the same time. But whenever I'd visit family in the Philly or DC suburbs, I'd gawk at the loose green beans in the produce section and the crusty bread at the bakery and fall back to Earth.
I will give Publix one thing: they do tend to stock all the basic non-perishable goods a sane person would expect to find at a mainstream supermarket. You can't say that for Winn-Dixie. I lived near one in a neighborhood full of Mexicans and Central Americans and they had four(!) brands of fresh corn tortillas but stocked neither cilantro nor any Mexican-style salsas, just Ortega/Old-El-Paso crap. They'd have several cuts of lamb in the meat cases and not a single condiment of any kind involving mint. They had an olive bar, a "fancy" cheese case complete with tubs of hummus and $12 dry sausages... and no flatbread. None of any kind. Didn't have a shelf for it. Didn't stock any. And lest you think all of this was because Winn-Dixie is targeting "southerners", my neighborhood Winn-Dixies stopped carrying Moon Pies some time in 2005.
re: hatless
Publix, despite the universally horrifying bakeries, differ from store to store dramatically. In the West Indian neighborhood near hear, the Jamaican/Caribbean offerings are quite extensive. Another nearby Publix stocks good salsa like Herdez. Yet another has the gourmet bakery, however exorbitant it my be for dough prepared a thousand miles away. Regardless, everyone here should complain about the produce, the lack of local produce, and the shortage of organics, etc.
re: lax2mia
Can't agree with you more regarding Publix. Bel-Air/Raley's are the best. Wonderful people in those stores. Sure beats the places in FL. Can't wait to go back!
re: flavrmeistr
I hear ya on the Publix. They're everywhere, in every kind of neighborhood, and like most places the quality does differ.
Is the Alton Road one the art-deco one with the crazy escalator? I have a vague memory of that...
Fresh Market in the Grove or on US1 on the way south Wild Oats and Gardner's Market.
Norman Brother's in Kendall not too far out of the way.
The Publix on US 1 and 146th is a cut above the other Publix. Wild Oats on US 1 takes organic food to a new low. The Fresh Market is beautiful and exorbitant. Norman Brothers is simply exorbitant. Costco is as elegant as a warehouse -- an agro-business dream.
Norman Brothers, Inc.
7621 S.W. 87th Ave.
Miami, FL 33173
Phone: (305) 274-9363
re: keysrat
It's spelled Laurenzo's (well, the Italian market is, anyway, I've never been to the farmers market) if you have trouble Googling it.
The cannoli are to die for.
re: masala maci
Now, it may be "gauche" or "tacky" to say so on a gorumet blog such as this, but if you're buying meat only(not prime grade or kobe beef)...on a day in-day out basis....it's still hard to beat Winn-Dixie, particularly if you catch them in a sale.
Over the years, Publix has changed suppliers several times, and has just been less consistant than W/D at the meat counter...However, travel to any other department in the store, and Publix beats them hands down.
Again, I'm not speaking of organic or gourmet quality meat....but, if USDA Choice fufills your needs....don't forget the "Beef People"....
re: Foodman53
the Public bakery White Mountain bread and their Multigrain bread are reasonably good as I am not a fan of American bread, I find it too sweet and soft for my English palate, but these 2 breads are neither sweet nor too soft.
In Boca and Delray we are lucky enough to have King's Market and The Boys respectively.
re: smartie
The White Mountain bread at my Publix looks and tastes like a cream filled donut without the cream.
re: smartie
Hey Publix is not so bad....look at what it attempts to be: a comprehensive supermarket to the masses, and it hits much more than it misses. We have a Fresh Market, which is a smaller and less extensive cousin to Whole Foods, and is pretty good. Albertson's is headed the same way as Winn Dixie...local ones are dirty, expensive, and generally unpleasant. (Tallahassee)
re: smartie
Is this what we've come to? Getting excited about bread slightly less soft than Wonder with a hint of a crust? Woe! :)
The multigrain you're talking about, is that the one that tastes like sunflower seeds and cotton?
re: hatless
if both of you (hatless and crach) read my thread properly you will see that I said REASONABLY good. I wouldn't call that getting excited or even complimenting Publix on their breads, however they are a big improvement on Wonderloaf and other factory produced sliced stuff.
re: smartie
Publix (all locations I have tried) has the best fried chicken fingers of anywhere I have been, pretty handy after a long day and no enrgy to prepare a meal
re: smartie
Okay! I'll compromise. Publix breads are an improvement upon Wonder bread; however, is this what we are relegated to? Compared to virtually any bakery in France, Italy, Germany -- in New York, Boston, SF, and Chicago too, Publix finishes last! I think we deserve better, but we don't demand better, and the masses do not know any better. It's virtually hopeless. At least the chains like Panera have some good product.
I actually like the small supermarket, El Nuevo Siglo, in Calle Ocho in Miami, but the produce isn't as good as the ones in Wild Oats, Fresh Market, Norman's, Laurenzo's, or Gardner's (all great suggestions btw). But El Nuevo Siglo is just a tiny market that is set up by Argentinians (I think), and they have delicious looking bakery goods in the back, ethnic, some gourmet, goods on the shelves (although their selection of goods are really small), and a cafeteria with good food at good prices in a nice comfortable setting. It's small though - there's only 2 or 3 cashier stations!
re: mialebven
Maybe down in Miami the Publix's are no good. But I gotta say I would rather go to my Publix here in Tallahassee than any other store I have ever been to in any other state in the country! Publix is amazing! The one here was completly redone, they always have the freshest and most variety of produce. Great selection of wines and cheese. The deli and bakery never disappoint. Also we like to call the one we go to club-publix, since all the FSU girls get dressed up to go there. I believe it was actually in a playboy as a place to pick up chicks!!
re: ekeeney
Some of the Publix's are fine; it's the bakeries that are pathetic.
re: crach
What supermarket bakery isn't pathetic?
Although if you are comparing those in Florida, I will definitely give Publix a vote over Winn Dixie...as Flavrmeister indicated, the baked goods all look (and taste) the same...bad. I used to work in an office where the closest market was WD....when others brought in "treats" from the local WD I regrettably sampled them occasionally. Each time I was sorry I did, till I learned my lesson. Some of the specialty cakes from Publix are at least edible.... and Fresh Market has a decent bakery dept...but nothing that rivals a really really good stand alone bakery.
re: ekeeney
If you'd put Publix up to any store in any state you've been to then my guess is you must not travel very much.
re: ekeeney
Haha, we had a "Club Publix" back in Gainesville, when I attended UF in the late '90s. It was the Butler Plaza Publix on Archer Road, and all the college hotties would get dolled up just to go grocery shopping. It was great!
OK, the original heading on this thread is probably a misnomer if we're talking about Publix, but the subject matter of the rest of the thread is probably apropos, so...
On a visit to Publix (Miami Shores, 90th & Biscayne) this weekend, I was quite surprised to find several cuts of USDA *PRIME* beef in the butcher's case - I saw strips, ribeyes and t-bones, all cut nice and thick too. I bought a big ribeye (about 2" thick) for about $20 which I cut to half thickness and pan-seared for Mrs. F and myself (I do ribeye thinner than other cuts to render out the fat). It was not the greatest steak I've ever had, but it was pretty good and vastly better than what I've usually seen at Publix.
re: dancingpig
I know....everything is better "up north".....Wegman's is a fine supermarket chain and I happen to sell them a lot of product......Publix is generally consistent and yes they do vary from town-to-town....area-to-area....I live in Ft. Pierce....and Publix there is no great shakes.....There's an old, down-n-out Publix on PSL BLVD and Westmoreland......that has an incredible meat section.....and old-timey guy running it.....and you can't believe your eyes when you go there.....At least Publix managers have the creative freedom to meet their market place....The Publix near my office in Miami....on Flagler just west of the Palmetto XPressway is like going into a Sedanos.....and as a paleface I feel out of place there as not many employees speak English.....but it's the neghborhood they're in and that's the way that it is.....and I do respect that......In Stuart....there's a Stuart Fine Foods on Ocean Boulevard......that's an awesome place to go and probably has one of the finest selections of wine that I've seen in any grocery store setting........Still love Epicure Market on Miami Beach.....Publix.....where shopping is a pleasure.....and it still generally is.......
PS - - There's still a bus running north on I-95 every hour!!
re: Icantread
What do you expect from grocery store bakeries? Are you comparing publix to a high end first rate bakery? What I have bought from Publix bakery has been just bakery store standard. For that reason I do not buy from their bakery. Their produce is way over price and mostly always grreen. Their produce comes mostly from CA or Mexico, rather than the local farms of Immocoli, or peaches in season now in GA. But what know one has mentioned of Publix, is their customer service. If they do not carry an item I can requst it and they will do thier best to get it for me. Just last week they did a special order for me. I just called their Corporate office in Lakeland and I had it by the next week. Saved me from ordering on line and paying high freight.
re: Mollybud
But you're saying most of their produce comes from CA or Mexico rather than local farms. Do you have to special order local produce then? Are they good at that?
re: lax2mia
No, it was not produce. It was George Washington Seasonings and Broth that I could not find any place local. I would have paid $12.50 for shipping off the internet which was more than the cost of the item. I just think it is a nice favor. They have ordered several products for me. I usually buy my produce at local farmers market.
re: Mollybud
The Publix we shop at tends to be about 80% tourists, so the staff (some of who have been there since the store opened in the late 90s) know the regulars by face. We've mentioned to the butcher that the prepackaged ground chicken we'd tried there hadn't been satisfactory, and he not only offered to grind some fresh boneless chicken breasts on the spot for us, he also had the power to essentially give our replacement chicken to us for free.
i just had to put my 2 cents in here about Publix...
one evening while strolling past the fish dept, one of the employees began talking to me. I told her that I usually buy my shrimp from Penn Dutch and feed my cat. she offered to "give" me 5 tiger shrimp for my cat because she felt like it.
i took the shrimp home and peeled them and put them in a dish for my cat.
she wouldn't touch them.
now.......... if my cat isn't going to touch the shrimp from Publix, i guess i shouldn't either!!!!
my cat knew best! <wink>
re: Shirley U. Jest
Just for the record....produce from Imokalee isn't available on a year-round basis.....During the fall and winter months mostly....I sell perishable products to Publix....and have for years....Their buyers are demanding....and very professional.....The reason their in-store produce prices are so high....is that they only buy "No. 1s".....Many fresh neighborhood produce stands purchase and re-sell "No. 2s" and "No. 3s".......This kind of produce might have just a slight scar or small imperfection.....and still.... not "good enough" to be a "No. 1"......even though there's really nothing the matter with it.....Can't fault Publix for buying the best for their customers.......They're one of my larger accounts.....
re: Shirley U. Jest
Seafood is one thing I wouldn't buy from a mass market grocer down here. For all that I live in the rare place in Florida without much local agriculture, there are multiple fishmarkets close by where I can get fish from local waters that were swimming in the Gulf less than 48 hours ago, and shrimp that were in the bay that same time frame ago for the same price as the grocery stuff that's been sitting around and shipped around from some unknown location and time frame. And I'm also more comfortable buying fish that I know came from waters that I feel are being well managed instead of coming from a place where they're overfished.
There is a good gourmet store, mentioned earlier in this thread, called EPICURE on Alton Road at Lincoln in Miami Beach. It's pricey but they have nice stuff and the management staff seems knowledgeable too. I don't think I'd spend this kind of money for all the basic stuff but for you'll definitely find certain things here that you won't find at Publix or at Dixie
This topic is getting old, but still worthy of update. Up here in SE Broward, I find that I have to hit a few different stores to get the varied goodies to satisfy my appetite. There is a primarily produce store called Farmers Market on Federal Hwy at Atlantic Shores (next to the dog track/Mardi Gras Casino) that serves up very fresh produce. They have a limited fish counter, but what they have is good and cheap. Up the street, just north of Pembroke, is President Market, a Sedano's clone that has great cuts of meat at extremely low prices. I'm usually one of the only gringos in the place, that may be a turnoff to some.
I'm still looking for a good fish market, one that has local caught fish and Key West pinks
re: dbarnard
I'm going to also recommend Presidente market just north of Pembroke Rd, west side of Federal Hwy.. Cheapest meat in town!!! they have fresh snapper in big ice chests sitting in front of the fish case.
I want to find a butcher that keeps the fat on all his cuts of meat. I can't stand all this meat I'm finding that has all the glorious flavour enhancing fat removed. Some of us believe in healthy eating!!
I also wanted to add that Winn Dixie is the only store around that puts whole prime rib on sale at great prices.. No one else in town does that, and for a Carnivore, that's really important to find good protein at good prices..
I shop at a number of Publixes throughout Dade and Broward and yes, there are good ones in Boca and a couple of adequate ones in Dade. I live in Pinecrest and I think the Dadeland location might be the very worst of them all - fortunately we have Joanna's Market for bread. I'm a native and my mom shopped at Publix when I was little, and it's completely different now. Employees routinely chat on cell phones while working, bag boys light cigarettes while wheeling your groceries to the car, and customers are treated as a nuisance. The produce is poorly handled and not worth buying, the dairy is often sweaty, and I've seen tons of past-dated items being sold. Prices often don't ring up the same as what's on the shelf, either. It's pretty bad when SuperTarget is better than the local outfit!!
re: tangelo
In the spirit of fairness, it is quite apparent that as of late, Publix is having far more sales, BOGO's, and they are keeping wine prices down. Clearly they realize they were pushing the price envelope