So, I’m Not DC’s Hottest Chef

February 18th, 2012

Hearty congratulations to Urbana’s John Critchley for being named Eater DC’s Hottest Chef. I’m sure the photo they chose of me hurt my chances more than anything, but…

Thankfully, I’m surrounded by supportive friends and coworkers who help keep my ego in check, like long-time friend & “guest” blogger, Jon W., who sent me the following:

In 2012, Chef Teddy Folkman of Dr. Granville Moore’s was entered in the DC’s Hottest Chef competition online. Despite an aggressive campaign, he received fewer votes than LeBron James running for Mayor of Cleveland. An exhaustive investigation was launched, led by the crack team of Dr. Augustus T. Speckmorton, the top researcher in the field of abject failure.

The following are the top 10 reasons Teddy got clobbered:

10.  His mother wasn’t online to vote 8,000 times like every other online poll he’s been in.

9.   Voters weren’t drunk.

8.   Have you seen his back hair?

7.   Teddy’s awkward teen period has become his awkward mid-30′s period.

6.   He used to look like Ray Liotta in “Goodfellas”. Now he looks like Mickey Rourke in “The Wrestler”.

5.   It’s hard work being sexy, and Teddy doesn’t work very hard.

4.   Signing up for “Paula Deen’s Fatburners” clearly didn’t help. He’s now in worse shape than downtown Detroit.

3.   His botox addiction has clearly gotten out of hand.

2.   The Kardashian look doesn’t translate into men.

And the #1 reason Chef Teddy Folkman was obliterated in DC’s Hottest Chef competition:

1.   He’s not hot.

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Heavy Seas Ahead…Beer Dinner on January 17th

December 30th, 2011

Heavy Seas Beer Dinner
January 17, 2012 – starting around 7 in the evening

Heavy Seas ahead! Captained by our friends at Heavy Seas, and executed by our beer dinner crew at Granville Moore’s, prepare yourself for a night of crazy beers (including a cask of Loose Cannon “tweaked” by our Beverage Director Matt LeBarron & Chef Teddy), amazing food, and lots of “ARRRRG”ing.

We are still working on getting some of the more rare Heavy Seas beers, so this menu is more than likely going to change. But if anything, it’ll only be better!

MENU

Holy Sheet Uber Abbey
French Onion Soup, Gruyere, Pork Belly Croutons

Small Craft Warning Uber Pils
Cured Hamachi, Grapefruit, Fried Sunchokes, Chive Oil

Loose Cannon IPA
Sharp Cheddar Fondue, Raw Beef, Bread, Apples and House Made Hot Sauce

Peg Leg Imperial Stout
Pan-Seared Snapper, Fingerling Potatoes, French Beans, Vanilla-Imperial Stout Cream Sauce

Marzen
Warm Smoked Duck Breast, Brussels Sprout “Kraut,” Potato Cake, Toasted Fennel and Red Chili Butter

Really Loose Cannon (Matt & Teddy’s Creation)
Paired with *something special*

To lay claim to ye spot at the feast, give us a shout at the restaurant at 202.399.2546.

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Drink these drafts & be merry this December at GM’s

December 2nd, 2011

Our resident intoxicator, Matt, has a delicious line up of draft beers scheduled to tap this month at Granville’s.

Current taps are:

Silly Pils
Schlafly Winter ESB
2011 Corsendonk Christmas
Mikkeller Red White Christmas
Wittekerke Winter White
N’Ice Chouffe
Lost Rhino Rhinoel
Delirium Noel
Cuvee des Jacobins Rouge Flanders Red Ale

In addition to a few surprises up his sleeves, upcoming kegs include:

St Bernardus Christmas
Mikkeller Santa’s Little Helper
Ommegang Gnomegang
Noel Silenrieux
Silly Noel
Ename 974
Troubadour Magma 2011
Schlafly 2011 Christmas Ale
Boucanier Christmas Ale
Southern Tier Creme Brûlée Stout
2010 Corsendonk Christmas Ale

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High West Distillery Dinner at Granville Moore’s

November 19th, 2011

Utah’s first distillery since the 1870’s, High West Distillery and Granville Moore’s are excited to team up for our first ever Distillery Dinner. This will be unlike any dinner we have ever done and we are really excited to have you all meet the amazing people behind the lovely spirits and enjoy a six-course dinner with us.

Date: December 6th 2011
Time: 7:00pm
Cost: $70/Person

    MENU

Vodka 7000 Martini
House-Made Gravlox, Beets, Red Onion, Caviar, Crème Fraiche

Double Rye Neat
Lamb Lollipop, Mint-Basil Pesto, Lentil Salad

Bourye On a Rock
Sautéed Exotic Mushrooms and Duck Confit, Fried Goat Cheese Polenta

Highwest Silver Whiskey “Silver Mule”
Crabcake, Honeydew Salsa, Peanut Sauce, Lime Powder

Son of Bourye Classic Manhattan
Cigar Smoked Piedmontese Beef, Sweet Potato Puree, Broccoli

Dessert
Something REALLY old paired with something REALLY delicious

Space is limited
Call the restaurant at 202.399.2546 TODAY to reserve your spot(s)!
Menu subject to change but we REALLY hope not!

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New Menu Tonight!

November 10th, 2011

Chef Teddy and Chef Maria have teamed up for one last time on a menu for the cooler weather. Lots of new apps and pub fare and the return of an old favorite moules. Come on out tonight and enjoy!
GM Menu November 2011

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Vote for Matt! He’s cooler than Pedro…

November 3rd, 2011

Vote for me!

Our very own Matt LeBarron has been nominated for the annual Hilly Awards for BEST BARTENDER! Matt has done some amazing things at Granville’s with the beer program and this is the perfect opportunity for his fans to put him on top. Vote early and often!

http://tinyurl.com/3sca77s.

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The Honeymoon’s Over – New Belgium Beer Dinner

October 27th, 2011

When New Belgium came to DC this September, we here at Granville Moore’s started a very tight relationship with the popular Fort Collins brewery. Now that the honeymoon stage of our relationship is over, we thought it would be good to go public with it. So please share the dinner table with us. You will not be disappointed.

Tuesday, November 8th, 2011
7pm – 10pm
$70 per person (plus tax & gratuity)

    MENU

Belgo IPA
Crispy Duck Confit Salad
Spinach, Lemons, Parsnips, Candied Carrot Paint

Abbey Grand Cru
Foie Gras
Cranberry Gastrique, Toasted Pepitas, Abbey Onion Jus

Transatlantique Kriek
Cured Hamachi
Jalapeño and Kriek Caviar, Green Apple Chips

Snow Day Winter Ale
Snow Day Venison “Cassoulet”
Venison, Cinnamon, Red Chilies, Bean Puree, Aged Cheddar, Spent Wert Flatbread

Trippel Belgian Style Ale
Steamers
Trippel Corn Butter, Hush Puppies, Thyme

Secret Beer
Cheese Plate

Want to come? Call the restaurant at 202.399.2546 to reserve your space.
Menu is subject to change. Although we really hope not.

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The Doctor Offers A Remedy For Your Holiday Party Doldrums

October 11th, 2011

Did you know that Granville Moore’s offers off-site catering? Ever thought about how awesome it would be to have the whole restaurant to yourself for a private party or lunch?

The new events team at Granville Moore’s is ready and able to help make this year’s holiday party, fundraiser, or private gathering one that no one will want to miss.

A large part of what makes Granville Moore’s so special is the restaurant itself. We’ve offered off-site catering under the radar for a while, but we think a lot of people are looking for alternative party space for their gatherings this season. Granville’s definitely doesn’t fit the typical mold for DC!

Granville’s provides off-site catering for small to medium-sized parties of up to 100 people. Menu offerings range from refreshing twists on the standard finger food to plated dinners crafted by Chef Folkman and our culinary team. Teddy & Matt can also suggest pairings of Belgian and Belgian-style beers to enhance the food.

Similarly, Granville Moore’s now is available for private parties, including customized beer dinners for up to 35 people, cocktail parties, and even lunch for up to 40.

Work is underway to convert the back porch area into a party space that will add another 20-plus seats to the restaurant or standing room space for up to 35 people. The new room, to be dubbed “The Waiting Room,” is expected to be completed by early next month. Keep an eye here on the blog & on our Facebook page to follow the build out progress.

To find out more information about catering or private parties at Granville Moore’s, please contact Events Manager Farrell Parker at DrGMEvents@gmail.com or call the restaurant at 202.399.2546.

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Cooler Weather = Dinner Menu Updates

September 8th, 2011

It’s a known fact, no one in Washington, DC really likes Change. But it’s that time of year again when our culinary gurus – Teddy, Maria & Mike – put their heads together and come up with new delicious grub for Granville Moore’s customers. So without further ado, we present the NEW LATE SUMMER/EARLY FALL DINNER MENU for your consideration and consumption. Bon Appetit!

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The Dog & The Doctor Dinner – 9/27/11

September 1st, 2011

Finally the time has come. And oh will it be a great time. Flying Dog is bringing out the big dogs with never before released beers and beers only found at the Brewery for The Dog & The Doctor “First Bite” Dinner. Come on out and take a bite as Granville Moore’s Chefs Teddy Folkman and Maria Evans join the crew of Flying Dog for a night of fine beer and fine food.

** We’ve added a second night due to demand on Wednesday, 9/28! **

When:
Tuesday September 27th

Time:
6:30pm Happy Half Hour
7:00pm Dinner

Price:
$70 per person

MENU
Secret Stash Harvest Ale (5.5%)
Local Corn Fritter and Wild Game Sausage

Double Dog Double Pale Ale (11.5%)
Frisse, Almond Brittle, Fig Puree, Crispy Lardon

The Fear Imperial Pumpkin (9.0%)
Scallops with Pumpkin Risotto and Bacon Poblano Relish

Snake Dog IPA (7.2%)
Duck Breast, Potato Puree, American Boucheron, Grapefruit Marmalade

Gonzo Imperial Porter (9.2%) and Barrel Aged Gonzo Imperial Porter (9.8%)
Blackened Crawdaddy’s, Wet Wipes

Horn Dog Barley Wine (10.5%)
Non-Traditional Bread Pudding, Vanilla Ice Cream

Space is limited. Call the restaurant at 202.399.2546 for reservations.
Menu is subject to change (hopefully not).

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