FMDINING - It's where you eat

Happy 1st Birthday FMDINING! Come Celebrate--It's On Us!

2008-10-15T22:59:00.000-07:00

$10 It’s On Us Coupon!

With a struggling economy we know it can be tough to go out and celebrate. FMDINING.com has a year under its belt and in honor of this milestone we would like to celebrate--and we want you to join in with us! We are very pleased to announce, in partnership with Food Service America, that we are again offering the $10 Off It’s On Us Coupon! For participating restaurants visit FMDINING. Print, email and use the coupon as many times as you like! The coupon is valid from 10/16/08 – 11/14/08.

Receive $10 off any combination of menu selections totaling $20 or more at any participating restaurant!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY FMDINING & HAPPY DINING TO ALL!

$10 OFF COUPON

FILL THE DOME 2008!

2008-10-15T22:57:00.000-07:00

This year FMDINING.com is sponsoring Fill The Dome! FMDINING.com is a just month away from its 1st birthday and since we are all about food we decided what better way to commemorate this event by helping with a local food drive! Below is an excerpt from the Fill The Dome website.

Last year, the youth of Fargo-Moorhead made history by creating the largest youth led food drive in Fargo’s history. Aiming to bring together youth of all ages for a common good, students from the elementary to the high school level all over the Fargo-Moorhead area joined together to fill the floor of the Fargodome for local food pantries.

Last year’s Fill The Dome raised 80,498 pounds of food for local food pantries. Food Pantries in Fargo-Moorhead, as well as the surrounding area are running low. Some in rural North Dakota are having to close due to the lack of food.

This year, Fill The Dome 2008 is aiming to raise 50 tons of food and $50,000 of funds. All food raised will stay in the Fargo-Moorhead area. 30% of funds raised will stay in Fargo, with the other 70% of funds going to rural North Dakota- where people need this food the most.

Details are still in the works for this year’s Fill The Dome. We hope to Fill the Dome in late November, but an official date has not yet been set. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for updated information.

One Dollar of Donated Funds Buys $11 of Food for Food Banks!

For more information on how to donate or get involved please visit the Fill The Dome 2008 Official Website: http://www.fillthedome.org/Home.html

WF Maxwells

2008-10-15T22:53:00.000-07:00

WF Maxwells
1380 9th St. E
West Fargo ND
701.277.9463

If you haven’t been to WF Maxwells (formerly Littlefield’s) then don’t wait any longer!

The smooth and modern dining area is a great place to dine with friends or family. And yes, we did say family. Can’t find a sitter? Fear not as Maxwells does cater to the youngsters with a simple child-friendly menu which even includes some fun desserts--who ever said mom and dad get to have all the fun!

For your entrée the Iowa Lamb Rack comes as our recommendation--pan seared Iowa lamb rack with parsnip-celery root mash, pickled red onion and port-lavender macerated summer berries with vanilla demi. A great lighter meal selection is their Summer Berry & Chicken Salad--spring greens tossed in strawberry-poppy seed vinaigrette with grilled chicken breast, fresh summer berries, apple, candied walnuts and organic aged goat cheese.

A sizable glass wine cellar spans the divide between the restaurant and bar and is truly the spirit behind the atmosphere of WF Maxwells. This cellar houses over 3,000 bottles of wine, making Maxwells the largest private cellar in the area
With over 3000 bottles of wine to choose from you might find your head spinning even before you take a sip! Be sure to ask your server or bartender for recommendations and wine parings.

Not into wine? No problem. Maxwells boasts a tremendous import and specialty beer selection with varieties from all around the globe. Also notable is their extensive martini list.

With so many drink selections one might not know what to choose. Luckily, Maxwells has equipped itself with a knowledgeable food and beverage staff which will make your meal quite entertaining.

And to top off your evening WF Maxwells offers exquisite desserts! Be sure to ask what they have available.

WF Maxwells can accommodate up to 50 people for private dinning events or parties.

When you go:
Restaurant: Mon-Sat: 5:00pm-Close
Bar: Mon-Sat: 4:00pm-Close
Reservations are welcomed and encouraged

For a complete list of WF Maxwells great meals, visit their profile on FMDINING.com

Leela Thai Cuisine

2008-10-15T22:50:00.000-07:00

Leela Thai Cuisine
1450 25th St S.
Fargo, ND 58103
701.235.5795

Journey to Thailand

You don’t have to travel far to find great Thai food. In fact, you won’t even have to leave the city! Leela Thai Cuisine serves amazing food in a fabulous atmosphere while providing only the most personal service.

Start off your meal with their Angel Wings. For the perfect addition, pair your meal with a glass of wine or one of their specialty beers.

A wonderful entrée option is their Pad Thai--a combination of pad-fried rice noodles, your choice of meat in tamarind sauce accompanied by bean sprouts and garnished with peanuts. We also highly recommend the Siam Pineapple Fried Rice or the Red Curry--a wonderful blend of eggplant, young bamboo shoots, peas, bell peppers, basil leaves and your choice of meat. If spice is something that makes you a little nervous, not to worry as all dishes are prepared to your level of intensity.

For a fabulous finish to your meal try any one of their desserts. We recommend the Banana Paradise.

Fabulous Food, Wonderful Wine

2008-08-17T19:02:00.000-07:00

Vintner's Cellar Custom Winery & Café Mosaic
12 Broadway
Fargo, ND 58102
701.356.4014

If you haven't stopped by Vintner’s Cellar at 12 Broadway in downtown Fargo recently, you might not know Café Mosaic has a new location there. Be sure to make it your next stop for lunch or for a fun night out!

Café Mosaic’s lunches include soups and sandwiches and salads, as well as pastas, fruits and desserts--and they are spectacular! The Tuscan Style Panini comes highly, highly recommended. And if you haven't heard the buzz around town lately, they were recently named the winner of the areas’ best potato salad. (It's not on their menu, so be sure to ask if they have any that day.)

Café Mosaic is a perfect place for a quick and delicious lunch, and you can even order your food to go! If you like, opt to dine outside and take in the hustle and bustle of downtown Fargo.

Need to unwind after a long day? Vintner's Cellar Custom Winery makes some of the best wine you’ll find anywhere. That’s right, their own vintner makes all their wine on the premises. Take a peak in the back and view the wines being made. There is also a wide retail selection of wine accessories and supplies.

With so many wine choices one might not know which one to pick. Luckily,
Vintner's does offer wine tasting. For only $5 you can sample five wines of your choice from their list of quality wines. It's not on the list, but you absolutely must try their Orange Chocolate Port. It's amazing! You won't find anything like it anywhere else. And if you are feeling a little bit on the hungry side, Café Mosaic offers bread and cheese platters in the evenings, as well as other special dishes—the perfect complement to Vintner’s Cellar’s wines!

For those who have yet to cultivate a taste for fine wines, Vintner's Cellar plans begin selling beer and ale in the very near future.

Looking for a space to host your next group event or have a larger party? Vintner's Cellar & Café Mosaic is the perfect place! The banquet room reservations have been filling up quickly, so be sure to call them in advance to guarantee a spot!

Cheers!

When you go:
Vintner’s Cellar: Mon-Thurs: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Fri-Sat: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Café Mosaic: Mon-Fri: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Teaberry

2008-07-13T20:47:00.000-07:00

Boba? Bubbles? Pearls? Maybe you have been hearing these words floating around town in the past month. Boba Tea has finally made its way to the FM area. Teaberry has been open for just under a month and has quickly become the talk of the town!

Boba Tea or Bubble Tea is a fun, exciting and especially refreshing beverage. This beverage doesn’t look like a traditional tea but rather more like a slushee or a smoothie. Boba tea is comprise of crushed iced, sugar, non dairy creamer, your choice of flavor and don’t forget the most important ingredient—the bubbles or the pearls. Pearls are large slippery tapioca beads with a sweet center that are at the very bottom of your beverage.. Because the pearls are so large your beverage is served with an extra large plastic straw! If pearls don’t sound like something that would please your palette then try their jellies—small fruit flavored Jello like cubes. And if pearls and jellies aren’t your thing, not to worry as they are both optional additions to your drink.

With a selection over 25 different flavors, everyone is sure to find something to please. And if you can’t decide on just one flavor opt to mix a few flavors together. If you aren’t up for a Boba tea, Teaberry offers several other specialty coffee and tea options. We recommend the Aloe Vera. Teaberry also offers French press Vietnamese coffee and a wonderful array of fresh sandwiches.

While the ambiance of the teahouse is of the calming nature, Teaberry has quickly become a popular late night hot spot for the younger crowds. Sporting several plush couches, a brand new 52” flat panel tv and free Wi-Fi, Teaberry is comfortable place to sit back and relax and perfect place to visit with friends. If you’re on the run all of their drinks can be ordered to go.

In the coming months Teaberry has plans of hosting video game tournaments and open-mike nights.

For a complete list of Teaberry’s Boba tea flavors, specialty drinks and sandwiches visit their profile on FMDINING.com.

When You Go:
Teaberry
119 Broadway
Fargo ND 58103
Mon-Thurs: 10:30am-11:00pm
Fri-Sat: 10:30am-12:00am

Arabbiata

2008-04-07T06:37:00.000-07:00

Arabbiata
1000 45th St
Fargo ND 58103
Phone: 701.365.0086

Hours:
Mon-Thurs: 5:00pm-9:00pm;
Fri-Sat: 5:00pm-10:00pm

Lookout Fargo-Moorhead!

If you haven’t heard the buzz around town about the posh new restaurant Arabbiata then read on!

Fargo has been waiting eons for a restaurant of this degree and Arabbiata has not only satisfied that craving but mastered it! Arabbita is Italian for angry. When applied to food it means hot or spicy. If you go, be sure to try their signature dish--the Smoked Salmon Wrapped Scallops.

Fargo's newest dining hot spot boasts the epitome of culinary inspiration and perfection while allowing their guests to dine in a stylish but comfortable atmosphere. Arabbiata may sound upscale--and it is, but don’t let that stop you from going. As long as you aren’t wearing ripped jeans or a punk tee-shirt anyone is welcome. Even the music is laid back and very chill--some of their music selection includes Jack Johnson and Sarah Bareilles.

Head Chef Gary Hancock is a well rounded and highly versatile cook. Skilled in more than a dozen cuisines Chef Hancock’s cooking style has been dubbed “Millennium Cuisine.” One of the newest trends of big city restaurants and fine dining establishments is catering to each individual guest’s wants and needs. If he has all the necessary ingredients, allow Chef Hancock an hour and he will create whatever you desire--Iron Chef style! There are country clubs that wouldn’t even bat an eyelash at requests like this. Vegetarians are also accommodated upon their request. Another big city trend is tasting menus. Starting in September he will be offering set multiple course meals with a prefixed price.

If you are feeling adventurous we highly recommend the shark. It’s not one of their menu items but it is featured regularly and we guarantee that you will agree that it is worth every penny. If not the shark, we also recommend the Dilled Encrusted Salmon--the best dilled salmon you will find in this part of the country. And to give you something new to chew on, Arabbiata’s menu also changes seasonally.

If you really want to dine in style and comfort and have a party of at least six, opt for their private dinner table complete with leather couches. As business continues to increase Chef Hancock plans to relocate the vip table to the center of the restaurant on a raised platform. Now that’s pretty hot!

Hands down, we give Arabbiata five stars.

Rating:
*****

Simply Irresistible

2008-01-07T09:54:00.000-08:00

NICHOLE'S FINE PASTRY
13 South 8th St
Fargo ND 58103
Phone: 701-232-6430
www.nicholesfinepastry.com
Closed: Sundays & Mondays
Open: Tuesday - Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday - Saturday 10am - 10pm

Nichole's Fine Pastry is a hidden gem located just off bustling Main Ave in downtown Fargo. From the moment you stroll up to the old world brick building you begin to sense a transport in time. Upon your entrance you are greeted with a plethora of visual bliss.

Presentation is everything in the food/restaurant industry and Nichole's has not been sleeping on the job by any means. You are only left with the difficult decision to choose from dozens of their exquisitely prepared indulgences.

Nichole's Fine Pastry is not your cookie cutter bakery--no pun intended--in fact they offer an array of daily lunch specials, handmade sorbets, specialty wines, loose leaf teas and the area's most celebrated cakes!

Nichole's is home to the area's finest Creme Brule!--which for your convenience and pleasure can even be ordered to go.

From their delicately arranged fresh fruit tarts to their fresh hand squeezed mint lemonade and tropical iced tea, all are surely to find something to tantalize their taste buds! If something sweet isn't what you are looking for to wash down your indulgences then head for their glistening ice water urn to refresh your palette.

After you have made your selections, bring your gleaming tray of tasty treats to your table. If the weather permits, opt for one of their outdoor bistro tables and bask in the open air luster of downtown Fargo. If the indoor atmosphere is what you fancy, be sure to take note of the original artwork that Nicole's features for area artisans.

The hustle and bustle of the holidays...

2007-12-11T10:04:00.000-08:00

So much to do and so little time. Finding the perfect tree and then decorating it, hanging lights, shopping for gifts, wrapping presents, Christmas parties, making sure the house is clean for your holiday guests as well the lovely neighbors who drop by to bring Christmas cookies.....the list could go on and on and on....and where can you find time to cook? Want to make your holidays a little easier than be sure to check out FMDINING for places to cater for your holiday gatherings.

FMDINING IT'S WHERE YOU EAT!

Fine Indian Cuisine

2007-11-30T21:07:00.000-08:00

Don’t let your reservations on fiery Indian food hold you back from experiencing this variety of ethnic food. Saffron, a restaurant that features fine authentic Indian cuisine will leave you pleasantly surprised. All orders are tailored to your individual level of heat intensity. And for those with a more conservative palette; you may select a milder level.

Start off your meal with an order of plain or garlic Nan--unleavened bread--baked in their traditional clay oven. Pair your meal with a glass of their Hogue Johannesburg Riesling. Be sure to try their Chicken Tika Masala-chicken grilled in their clay oven served in a creamy mild tomato sauce. If you prefer the vegetarian selections opt for their Khadi Paneer-traditional Indian cubed cottage cheese merged with bell peppers, ginger, onions, tomatoes and freshly ground spices.

If you are too full to try one of their traditional desserts complete your meal by sipping on one of their signature strawberry or mango Lassis--a traditional East Indian drink made by combining fruit and yogurt. Be sure to order your own, because you will not want to share this delicious and refreshing Indian drink!

If you choose to dine at Saffron on Tuesdays or Thursdays you will be find that all wine and beer is 50% off. And on Thursdays from 6:00pm – 8:00pm they feature wine tastings.

Coupons available on FMDINING.COM

Saffron
Suite #1, 3003 32nd Ave. SW, Fargo ND 58103
Phone: 701-241-4200
www.saffroncuisine.com

Lunch Buffet - 11:00am – 2:00pm
Evening A La Carte - 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Brunch Buffet - Saturday & Sunday 11:00am – 2:30pm

Get Noticed...

2007-11-30T20:34:00.000-08:00

FMDINING.COM is very pleased to announce a newly formed partnership with KVLY-TV & KXJB-TV!!

Beginning in early December, television commercials will begin airing DAILY on both KVLY-TV and KXJB-TV directing television viewers to the FMDining.com site. We can now offer the tremendous power and reach of both the NBC & CBS affiliates in our market!

We have now virtually eliminated one of the major hurdles for all websites… marketing dollars to inform the public the website exists and what the website offers.

The television signals for both KVLY-TV & KXJB-TV cover 35 counties in eastern ND and northwest MN… providing great opportunities for families visiting the Fargo-Moorhead area from out-lying regions to check out FMDining.com before they arrive. We are excited for the power of strong consistent television commercial messages to introduce FMDINING.COM to the market.

Advertise on FMDINING.COM. Get Noticed.

New Restaurant Open--Las Vegas Buffet!

2007-11-19T07:51:00.000-08:00

Well, we have another new restaurant in town--Las Vegas Buffet. This is a MASSIVE restaurant!

The Las Vegas Buffet opened its doors on Friday November 16th.

This restaurant is located on 45th S. right across from Kroll's Diner!

This isn't the only place that is new either. Make sure you check back in the coming DAYS (hint, hint) as well as weeks, as there are many more places that are just about to open their doors in the FM area!

Light the fire

2007-11-01T14:19:00.000-07:00

Have you been searching for a new and unique dining experience? Look no further! Spitfire Bar and Grill was created to satisfy any style of craving. They offer everything from fresh cut steaks and seafood to chicken and ribs to soup, salad and pasta. Spitfire has taken great pride in keeping all aspects of the restaurant local, fresh and homemade. From their locally fresh cut meats to their homemade sauces nothing comes prepared or prepackaged. Even the builders and equipment are products of the Fargo/Moorhead area!

Spitfire offers a casual dining atmosphere accented by their own flame all the while maintaining a family friendly environment. If you would prefer, elect to dine on their open air patio complete with a custom built fire pit.
You can bet your taste buds on a unique dining experience for several different reasons.

Spitfire has a few cooking schemes that no other restaurant in the FM has to offer. While the area may be familiar with the common rotisserie and fire grills, Spitfire is the only eatery in the FM area to cook their exclusive entrées using a custom built wood-fire grill. This method allows for matchless flavor and aromas to amplify their menu.

Start off your meal with their one-of-a-kind and most popular appetizer--Pulled Pork Nachos. Layered with nacho chips, pulled pork, their signature homemade barbeque sauce, creamy nacho cheese, baked beans and topped off with a generous dollop sour cream and jalapeños this combination sounds pretty crazy. But don't let this conglomeration fool you….there is a reason this is their most popular appetizer and that is because it is out of this world!

And for an entrée make it a point to try their raspberry ribs paired with their fresh hand cut fries. For the lighter appetite opt for the half rack of ribs. Their homemade sauce is the secret to this amazing meal! If you have room to spare, give their signature desserts a try. You will not be disappointed.

To get the most bang for your buck, stop by Spitfire during their Happy Hour (3 –7 and 9 – Close). Spitfire can also accommodate your private parties in their conference room as well as cater your special event or banquet.

Coupons! Coupons! Coupons!

2007-10-28T23:36:00.000-07:00

If you weren't already aware, one of the first items that FMDINING features is unlimited coupons! Print as many as you like for yourself and/or email them to a friend! Some of the more recent restaurants that have posted coupons are The Pita Pit and Red River Coffee Co. Swing by Red River Coffee for an early morning cup of joe on your way to work and try the Pita Pit for lunch--how's that for a deal!!

If you don't see coupons or menus for a certain restaurant tell them that you want to see them on FMDINING.com

Press Conference

2007-10-15T22:19:00.000-07:00

FMDINING.COM will hold a press conference on Tuesday October 16th, 2007 at the HoDo to unveil its state of the art website to the public.

This is an exciting tool that people have wanted and needed for a while. Having that in this test market is huge.

Watch the News, Listen to the Radio, Read the newspaper hear the whole story of how we got started.

We would love your feedback too so leave your comments.

Have You Heard?

2007-10-11T09:31:00.000-07:00

Have you heard about FMDINING.com? If you haven't you need to check it out asap! Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you or others want to go out to eat but you don't know where to go or what you want to eat? If this is the case, than stop by www.FMDINING.com FMDINING has revolutionized the way you can search for restaurants and it’s free to register! You can search by virtually any word, food, or cuisine and it will pull up restaurants that serve that food. Want to see a menu before you go? You can do that too! Have friends you want to share the info with? Even better! Refer a friend and you'll gain points towards gift cards to the restaurant of your choice. Have you had a good or not so good experience at a particular place....this is your chance to let that restaurant know what happened and what they could do to improve in the future. Found a great restaurant that you want to check out but don't know how to get there? Type in your location or where you are going to be coming from and Google maps will get you there! How about coupons? When you sign up, you get to select a day or days of the week that you receive coupons to restaurants around the FM area. Think a friend might like a coupon? You can share and send coupons to your friends too!