Deathwatch
The Wall Street Journal had an interesting story today on how high-end restaurants in New York and other cities known for their dining scene are dealing with the recession.
Of course, whenever I read an article like this I think to myself, "What would Owl Meat say about the statistics?" But he isn't back yet from wherever he is.
Restaurants in Baltimore that are affected by the recession seem to be dealing with it in one of three ways: lowering menu prices, offering deals or, sadly, just closing. I don't know of any restaurants that have cut staff noticeably or reduced hours, although both may be happening.
(Photo of Taste courtesy of Riley & Rohrer)
Comments
I wonder where the Owl has been? And his paramour, Bourbon Girl? Both have been scarce lately.
Posted by: PCB Rob | January 23, 2009 6:04 PM
Present. (Hi Rob!)
And OMG is great. He is just having some technical problems getting online from where he is. He's working on it.
Posted by: Bourbon Girl | January 23, 2009 7:08 PM
Yes, those nests can be a pain.
Posted by: Dahlink | January 24, 2009 8:00 AM
Hi Bourbon Girl!
Glad to hear that you and the Owl are well. Did you like those pistachios from the online place?
Posted by: PCB Rob | January 24, 2009 12:46 PM
Milton Inn is dealing with the crisis by offering a bar menu.
Posted by: Extrordanaire | January 25, 2009 12:55 PM
Truth is I like having a bit of notice before a place closes. I was able to get to Kiko's Cucina in Perry Hall before it locked up thanks to the notice in Table Talk, and I apologized profusely for not having gotten there earlier and more often.
(Editors take note: I sent a comment to this affect in about 48 hours ago, but it never appeared. You can delete this part!)
Posted by: MD Canon | January 25, 2009 6:50 PM