Oy, such a Roumanian Skirt Steakfest! Wed. May 21, 6 pm

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Photo: G Wiv

Roumanian Skirt Steak is a fabled dish in Chicago (just read about it right here)-- and as those who had it at the last LTHForum holiday party know, a mighty tasty one. Once the main attraction in the Maxwell Street area, it returned there recently when Manny's started serving dinner. But it's not on the regular menu-- you have to know about it and request it ahead of time.

Eatchicago and I were discussing this delicacy recently and decided that it was an excellent choice for a dedicated LTH community event. And so it shall be, Wednesday the 21st, at 6pm (a trifle early, but Manny's closes at 8 and anyway, it's near the Loop, just pop right over after work).

If you're coming, please sign up in this thread by Tuesday, 5/20. I will call Manny's and preorder a certain number (probably less than 1 per person so we can order some other things). So there will be a little leeway for last minute attendees, but the best way to ensure your full complement of beefy beef-tasting beef is to sign up now. (But how were the portions?)

See you there!

Manny's
1141 S. Jefferson Chicago, IL 60607
312.939.2855

Mike-

Sounds great; too bad I already have plans for the exact same time and date with other LTHers.

Have fun.

Oh crap. Well, that's what happens when things move from Thursday to Wednesday...

Okay, hold the thought of Roumanian skirt steak. Reschedule coming.

Mike G wrote:Oh crap. Well, that's what happens when things move from Thursday to Wednesday...

Okay, hold the thought of Roumanian skirt steak. Reschedule coming.

Why can't there be two events at the same time? (Not that it matters to me, since I'll be out of town that day.)

Because you'll be out of town that day!

UPDATE: New date, a week later, has been planned. This time I not only looked at the LTH calendar but checked this whole thread, there should be NO conflict, dammit.

Thank you for rescheduling. I will be there on the 21st.

I'll be there. And there are few things that Cookie enjoys more than skirt steak, so she'll be there too.

Thanks for planning, Mike.

Best,
Michael

I will be there as well.

Sounds great. Count me in.

Mike,

Happy to see this rescheduled as I had a conflict the first pass, looking forward to Roumanian Skirt Steak and the company.

G Wiv + 1

Enjoy,
Gary

Please put me down for 1.

This may be about the time I start pushing (again) for the LTH schvitz schvitz as a post prandial activity.

Hi,

I plan to attend. I really liked the Roumanian steak at the holiday party.

Thanks!

Regards,

We will most definitely be there.

Count us for 2 - if the girls decide to join us, one won't eat skirt steak, the other might, but I'm willing to share.

Suzy

Just for being so nice, I'm coming, too. Count me in.

P.S. I don't feel that strongly about the skirt steak. If there's a shortage, I'll be happy to have a small taste and something else.

I'll be there. Not sure of my numbers yet, though. Will update on that asap.

Thanks, for organizing this.

=R=

Mike G wrote: UPDATE: New date, a week later, has been planned. This time I not only looked at the LTH calendar but checked this whole thread, there should be NO conflict, dammit.

Dammit indeed! I somehow missed the skirt steak at the 2007 holiday party--I think I was busy being overwhelmed by a giant knish! Having heard and read raves about the steak, I've been looking for an opportunity to return to Manny's for a while.... so I was excited to see the original posting for 5/14.

BUT--not a exact conflict, per se--the Evanston Lunch Group is getting together 5/21 at Tapas Barcelona. Somehow I can't picture myself eating paella at 12:30 and being hungry for steak at 6:00--SIGH! Although it looks like Cathy2 may try.... I'll mull this over and let you know before the deadline. Maybe if I fast for a day or two beforehand....

This sounds great! Count me in possibly +1 (will confirm later this week).

Cathy2 wrote:Hi,

I plan to attend. I really liked the Roumanian steak at the holiday party.

Thanks!

Regards,

I am still recovering from eating that entire skirt steak at the holiday party. (g)

Unfortunately, I am out of commission until June 1st at the earliest.

I'm in, new date works for me.

Alas, I have to cancel. Drat

time & day work for me -- i hope to be there.

sonja

added 5/15/08: something came up, no can do.

sgf

A healthy portion of beef among friends might be a nice warm-up for Mrs. JiLS' and my trip to Buenos Aires two days thereafter. If we can be there, we will.

I'll be out of town but let me offer a suggestion. After your steak, consider going across the street to Binny's Tasting Room for a nightcap. I understand a few of you have been known to take a glass of bourbon every now and then. Try the Parker's Heritage ($8), truly a world-class whiskey. You can also get the excellent Pappy 15 for a couple bucks less but, trust me, the Parker's is much better. They also have a fine collection of Scotch that I'm not yet very familiar with. From what I can tell they don't really do cocktails but there's a decent selection of wine and beer, not to mention mezcal.

As of the moment I count the list as being (revised 12:56 am):

Me
Happy stomach
Eatchicago + Cookie
Aschie30
Germuska
GWiv + 1
Cathy2 + 1
Sdritz + 2 + 1 non-steakeater
Stevez
Pdaane
Ronnie Suburban + 2
Cinny's Mom + 1
Edc
= 22 ( 1 non)

Anybody else who expressed interest I'm taking as undecided until you post again. If you're coming, please add yourself as a definite by Tuesday (likewise, TBDs should B D'd by then).

There's plenty of room, sign up today. And yes, we can accommodate last-minute attendees, but it's better to sign up in advance.

Hi,

Plus 1.

The girls will be joining us, but at least one will not eat the skirt steak.

Suzy

Oy,

I'm joining this group..after all, Mike G inspired me to get the beloved steak at the holiday party...once I saw his plate....well

TLD-1

I am confirmed for 2. Can't wait to try the skirt steak!

Also, if anyone is planning on going straight to Manny's from downtown, I have room for three people in my car. Just PM me and we will work something out.

I will be +2

See y'all tomorrow

=R=

Mike G wrote:As of the moment I count the list as being (revised 9:51 am):

Me
Happy stomach
Eatchicago + Cookie
Aschie30
Germuska
GWiv + 1
Cathy2 + 1
Sdritz + 2 + 1 non-steakeater
Stevez
Pdaane
Ronnie Suburban + 1
Cinny's Mom + 1
= 20 ( 1 non)

Anybody else who expressed interest I'm taking as undecided until you post again. If you're coming, please add yourself as a definite by Tuesday (likewise, TBDs should B D'd by then).

There's plenty of room, sign up today. And yes, we can accommodate last-minute attendees, but it's better to sign up in advance.

In case it matters, I will be +2, not +1

Thanks!

=R=