GREAT SAGE, Maryland

I've never been a vegetarian, but tonight's dinner certainly made that appealling. My brother Steve, took me to Great Sage in Clarksville Square, also considered Conscious Corner. There are several stores in this group committed to natural and healthy living. The restaurant sits on the corner with outside seating on a quaint patio with lighting. We chose to eat inside because of the humidity, but sat by the window so we could enjoy the view. Our dinners were delicious. Both of us ordered gluten free choices as there were several on the menu. We started with warm rice bread and drank white home made Sangria. For entrees, Steve got the "crab cake" and I got the Thai "chicken" salad. Both were excellent. We shared a chocolate mousse (also gluten free) for dessert. It was a very filling and fulfilling experience, one that we will definitely repeat.

GREAT SAGE
5809 Clarksville Square
Clarksville, MD 21029
PH: 443-535-9400

KEFI, New York

KEFI, located on the Upper West Side, turned out to be a gem. If you like Greek cuisine, you will like this restaurant. Devin and Christopher and I ate downstairs and thoroughly enjoyed our dinner. We shared delicious appetizers followed by delicious entrees. The desserts at the next table looked wonderful, but we were all too full to make an attempt. The service was equally satisfying and we will definitely be returning.

KEFI
505 Columbus Avenue at 84th Street
New York, NY 10024
PH: 212-873-0200

THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART, New York

After brunch, Devin and Christopher and I decided to stroll through Central Park and go to the Metropolitan Museum of Art to see the Alexander McQueen exhibit. There was a forty minute wait, but it was a little price to pay to see his fascinating creations. Afterward, we ventured to the roof where there is a bar so you can sit, sip, and relax outside with a great view.

THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART
1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street
New York, NY 10028
PH: 212-535-7710

OCEAN GRILL, New York

Last weekend Devin and Christopher and I tried a new brunch spot. We love walking around the Upper West side, trying different restaurants whenever we can. There was outside seating and since it was filled (and I like air conditioning) we went inside. We loved the decor - very fun. Our brunch included one drink which we appreciated since that's not the case everywhere. The food was delicious. In fact, my eggs/salmon benedict may have been the best I've ever eaten. I would definitely recommend it. We enjoyed a leisurely afternoon there, it was the perfect place to start our day.


OCEAN GRILL
384 Columbus Avenue
New York, NY
PH: 212-579-2300

BIG FISH GRILL, Delaware

It was Fathers Day weekend in Rehoboth, Delaware and our group needed a place to meet for lunch. Big Fish Grill sits on Rte 1 and was easy for all of us to find. Our food was delicious and the service was friendly. The big hit at our table was fried oysters. FYI, I don't know about other desserts, but the bread pudding is way too large for one person. All of us agreed we would return, maybe next time for dinner. Also, there is an adjoining small market for carryout meats and seafood. As I sat in our booth looking at all the fish hanging around a room filled with ceiling fans, I couldn't help but think they could have named it Big Fish Casablanca.

BIG FISH GRILL
20298 Coastal Highway
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
PH: 302-227-FISH