OK Walter...just a moment. Don't be such a Scrooge ....if that is possible. :-)
If what you say happened, it was of course off-putting to say the least. A momentary slip in courtesy doesn't erase the entire experience at Marigold for everyone else. It could have happened anywhere. Now.. if your parents said the food was lousy, that would speak more to the point. It shouldn't be a contest of what is the best restaurant in U-City because it would be impossible to make that claim. Everyone has a favorite. Many people will find Marigold expensive for their taste and compared to most U-City eateries, it probably is. However, there are price comparables such as LaTerrasse, White Dog, and Pod that were here already. For me it was a matter of discovery, being happy to see a fine renovation on a local property and excitement about a place that is two blocks from my house that reminds me of Center City dining, that is progress! I dine out for business and pleasure often, so I'm not experiencing "sticker shock". I agree with Andrew, it is a place that I will patronize. The Chef and many staff are from a Rittenhouse Square restaurant called "Salt". The Manager is from Georgetown in Washington D.C. to give you an idea of their qualifications and frame of reference. We need to applaud the addition and support it so that it will stay around. Knowing Wilma's exposure to fine dining, I'm sure that she and Alex will find it a place that they will enjoy walking to often. My 4 cents. S. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2004 4:13 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; UnivCity listserv Subject: Re: [UC] Marigold Kitchen {Strike One 3 your out} Strike One on them. My Parents went there the other night to try them out. They arrived a few minutes early before official doors, The staff person rudely said they were not open yet. They (my parents) asked if they could sit on the porch for the 10 to 15 min. until they were officially open and the staff person again said rudely "He would prefer if they not hang out. " At that point RX still the best local restaurant was the obvious choice for dinner Greg and his staff had no problem with providing them not only with glasses for there wine but some complementary bread while they waited for a table. If Marigold wants to attract new customers and stay in business they better learn that good customers are hard to find and keep... In a message dated 10/24/2004 9:04:32 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Dear Neighbors, > > Would anyone be so kind as to tell me if they have eaten at Marigold > Kitchen? > > What I want to know is: > > Did you enjoy the meal? > > How would you categorize the food? > > When are they open? > > Do you need to make a reservation? > > Do they prepare things also for take-out? > > Thanks in advance. > > Regards, > > Wilma de Soto > ---- You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see <http://www.purple.com/list.html>. ---- You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see <http://www.purple.com/list.html>.
