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Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
The expose on the lunch versus dinner pricings for the same portions is probably unrecoverable, but Chappy made a total fool of himself by blaming Nashville tastes for his failures, and describing Nashville as burgers and barbecue. What a ridiculously ignorant and arrogant insult. The guy is obviously someone who got away with whatever he fantabulized through sheer intimidation in his Mississippi setting, and found the kharma chickens came home to roost when he moved here. The only other thing I wish GR had done was to take him to Bro's and then ask him how long they've been in Nashville, and how much he had to 'dumb down' his cuisine to suit Nashville's tastes. Or heck, he could have taken him to Prince's and asked Ms Andre how much she has 'dumbed down' her chicken to suit those same timid tastes. Clearly, that line at Prince's must just be for the fries and the pickle.
Flannel shirts and raw wood weren't what Chappy's needed, but a real chef would have helped. Not gonna happen in this lifetime...I am curious if any of the servers left (or were asked to leave) after the big showdown. That wasn't received well, I'm sure.
They should have burned the "clown pants" when they had the chance.
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
I have no dog in this fight but I watched the episode tonight. I don't appreciate Chappy blaming Nashvillians' tastes for disliking his food. If I may I be so bold I think all southerners love cajun cuisine. Who among us isn't excited to be invited to a crawfish boil? While cajun food has it's roots in the deep south/Gulf, I think all southerners love it.
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
I finally got to watch the episode on DVR. A couple thoughts: first of all, the frequent prominent placement of the Scene "Best of" award was...unfortunate. But at least it was a Reader's Award and not an Editor's Pick, so that's on y'all. 8^)
And the random man on the street interview with passers by that included Matt Bolus, one of my favorite extremely talented Nashville chefs? I gotta call shenanigans on that one.
Re: “Another New 'Cue Review (Part 2): Slow and Low BBQ Bistro”
Went over at lunch today and it's pretty darn good. Between us, we had the brisket sandwich, wings and pork sandwich. both the brisket and pork were really good but the wings were a pleasant surprise. I was expecting more of a smoked wing like Smoking Monday at the Corner Pub in Green Hills - which are exceptional. These were more bbq'd, if that makes any sense. They had a little bark, came sausy but not sticky. Really, really good. We had two sides, slaw and fries and they were both good but nothing outstanding. They've expanded their saused since you were there, Chris, and have 4-5. Took a small sample of each and thought they were good. Ended up switching between the hot and the Carolina vinegar. All in all, really good food and the staff went out of their way to help us. We'll be back - soon.
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
@Tommy -- Roast beef and debris po'boys are awesome! Perhaps the most famous is the Ferdi Special from Mother's in New Orleans, which adds ham to the roast beef, debris and gravy. Check it out if you're ever in New Orleans:
http://www.mothersrestaurant.net
Re: “Amerigo Wine Tasting Series: Still the Best Deal in Town”
Thanks for the kind words, Lesley!
- doug
Re: “Cookbook Review: Health on Your Plate (Plus a Giveaway)”
"You are what you eat." Completely agree! Really looking forward to checking this book out!
Re: “Cookbook Review: Health on Your Plate (Plus a Giveaway)”
I'll comment for chance at a free cookbook anytime :)
Re: “McDonald's on Broadway Finally Set to Rebuild and Reopen Later This Year”
Will it be rebuilt in its current location or built to the street as the regs require?
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
Ha, "roast beef w/debris" - thought it was an auto-spell-correct error. Found it's a typically charming Cajun colloquialism.
Do the restaurant owners on Kitchen Nightmares just *never* watch the show before Gordon and crew come to film? I'm always amazed they don't at least hose out the walk-ins!
If you like KN, watch the British version on Youtube, it's sooo much more entertaining! And believable!
Can't contribute much else except to admit although I have always wanted to try Chappy's, their prices kept me away. $30 entrees don't fly in Nashville. Even with a Groupon, $15 for crawfish etoufee is too much!
Lastly, I am going to suppress the urge to comment about "Starr" and her plastic surgery, because I am nice that way.
BTW, Anyone else notice there seems to be a review war going on with Bro's and other Cajun places on Urbanspoon and other review sites?
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
Actually, "Chappy's Po'Boys" might work if you made it a fast-casual place with NOLA sandwiches (and no gingham or barn wood). Start pumping out some decent shrimp, oyster, and roast beef w/debris on Leidenheimer bread and a good muffaleta? Works for me...
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
I love the original Chappy's and Ive been recently and I loved it. I dont see a Po Boys or Cracker Barrel type place working there at all. I cant believe they did that. I wonder what i cost him to put the restaurant back in shape.
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
Who needs an 'edit button' for the difference between wood and would? This thread is phenomenal. The show was phenomenal. I have never eaten at Chappy's, and still won't. I guess I'll never know the truth.
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
Watching it now, and regardless of anyone's opinion of the food, that walk-in was absolutely foul. Ridiculous.
Re: “The Weekly Open Thread: Best Milkshake in Town?”
I had a great shake at Bobby's downtown location.
Unrelated to shakes- Gifford's Bacon is the best bacon I've ever had. Ever.
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
LOL I saw that after I posted , no edit button :)
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
Chappy's is back to its original quality food.Thank heavens! We have eaten there many times since it opened. We even celebrated our fiftieth wedding anniversary there with a large group of family from all over the country. The food and service was spectacular. We and many of our guests have eaten at restaurants coast to coast and across the world. They know good food! I'm glad to look forward to going again soon. Bernie and Mary
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
"Howdy ya'll and welcome to Po'Folks!!"
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
"Barn would"..... I can't stop laughing.....
Re: “The Fur Flies Tonight as Chappy Faces Off With Gordon Ramsay”
have you guys watched the version of this show where they redo bars? i really like it. they are honest but i feel they are kind. my understanding was that the chappys show was mean spirited and i dont like shows like that.