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Goomba38 wrote:
> After my recent foray into Paula Deen's restaurant and the discussions
> here since.
> I loved B.B.King's in Memphis (enjoyed the food, loved the music and
> atmosphere) although wasn't terribly impressed with Issac Hayes
> restaurant there. It was okay, but not anything to write home about.
> I know there are many other establishments owned by celebrities, but
> unsure how much of themselves are "in" the place?
> Are they strictly business ventures or expressions of their passion for
> food? Who among them really knows food and puts themselves into the
> business for that passion?
> What ever happened to Britney Spear's place in NY? Does the Pop-Tart
> even EAT good food? All I see of her are photos of her going through
> fast food drives or carrying drinks. Jennifer Lopez opened up Madre's in
> years ago and the food was said to be Puerto Rican influenced which
> could be of interest to me, but I've not heard any news of it since.
> Anyone here eat at a "celebrity" place lately? How was it?


I loves Isaac Hayes' place in memphis simply for the red glitter circle
booths. As for the food, I don't remember, i was traveling with a (very self
righteous) vegan and a vegetarian and most meals made me want to punch people,
especially if sharing was involved.

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