switchingtoam

switchingtoam t1_jba768c wrote

These lists are always suspect. Take for example, the first on the list, Ananda. I’ve been there a handful of times and it’s always been mediocre and expensive, I only went back because people told me it’s so great but done trying now. Beautiful atmosphere, I give it that. It appeals to people who like the sizzle more than the steak. These guys also were behind the ambassador, which I had similar feelings towards.

Re Ananda from Tom Sietsma’s WP food critic chat a few years ago: “…checking out places for potential review; a lot of places don't pan out, including the mediocre Indian restaurant in Fulton, Md. called Ananda (never mind what GQ says) and the amateurish River Bend Bistro in Alexandria. Visits to both places in recent months were so disappointing (worst naan ever at Ananda), I didn't want to waste the real estate in the Sunday Magazine just to warn people away. “

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switchingtoam t1_j11r4yv wrote

Columbia is a perfect location to split the difference for commuting. 200 is a toll road but should make for a pretty smooth commute to Rockville. Baltimore commute times will vary based on location of destination, but you have some options of I95 to downtown or going 29/70 cutting through the west side. When commuting to Hampden area of Baltimore going 29/70 was very predictable and about 35/40 minutes each way.

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