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Re: “New heights in dining: The Summit Room”
My wife and I ate at The Summit this weekend. Our experience in no way parallels the account in this review.
First, we were told it would be a 45-minute wait, and that was reasonable, since the restaurant had been reviewed in the biggest daily paper the same day. But after an hour and ten minute wait having drinks and an appetizer on the porch, I asked for our check, since I saw 2 two-person tables set but empty inside and we were still waiting. Lo and behold, we were seated immediately. My partner ordered the farro risotto, which at $18 was the least expensive entree item on the menu, while I got the cod. In direct contrast to that portion of the review that reads, "The main courses are uniformly generous and sharable, especially if you begin by sharing a spate of starters. The cod entrée has a pea and scallop stuffing wrapped by the filet with a hit of golden raisin agrodolce," the cod consisted of two 1 inch medallions that were wrapped with something and served on a plate that made them look even smaller than they were. We just got back from Portugal last month, and none of the restaurants we ate in, from simple cafes to a single star Michelin, would have embarrassed themselves by serving such a small portion of cod as an entree. Maybe an appetizer, but not for a main course for $24, or the equivalent of 18 euro.
We'll not be back to climb the Summit anytime soon. It was far too noisy, and precious, to compare to the better values one can find further up East Boulevard.
Re: “City calls Occupy Charlotte logo into question”
The City is not protecting its copyright. The OC use of a crown symbol is clearly legally protected on multiple grounds. A second-year law student would have lost points on an exam for approving that letter. It is ludicrous to maintain that there is "trademark infringement" intended in any sense by the Occupy logo.
What is also patent (pun intended) in this letter is the passive/aggressive stance of the City leaders and politicians towards Occupy. Harass when you can get away with it; back off when your buffoonery is apparent.
Wait until August. You haven't seen nothing yet, Charlotte! The BOA meeting next week will give you a preview.
