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I often eschew entrees due to their usual size and a desire to taste more things. What I see a lot and don't like is restaurants calling something a "small plate" or a "snack" when really it's just your typical entree hiding out behind a false name.

I live in Philly, and I'm appalled that with our current Murder problem the City Council is insulting the voters by addressing this.

And I agree that compared to the way we treat the cows and chickens we eat, ducks and geese don't have it so bad.

I can speak out about Morimoto's flagship eatery in Philly: it's wonderful. Sleek, stylish and plenty expensive with flavorful and varied fish options and practiced chefs. Sake's not bad either. But it isn't my favorite in town. I love Zento, owned by Morimoto-alum and sushi master Gunawan Wibisono. (Web site: http://www.zentocontemporary.com ) The house specialty, a square roll, combines eel, avocado, plum paste and tuna plus a sweet-savory drizzle of sauce. Yum. An order of tuna or salmon tar tare highlights the flavor and quality of the fish, but even fish-free options like sweet potato tempura roll are really, really tasty. If you go, stick to sushi—the kitchen isn't up to the same level as the sushi bar.

My family goes to Wildwood every year and for a food lover, it's really hard to find halfway decent stuff. Last year, I finally found I place I can get behind: Beach Creek Oyster Bar & Grill, 500 W. Hand Ave.

http://www.beachcreek.net/

The outdoor bar is especially nice!