Points South Latin Kitchen

When we went to Points South Latin Kitchen last winter for a media tasting, we didn't get any decent pictures to post. We've been looking for an opportunity to go back, order a large meal, and get plenty of nice photos, so we figured the Dining Out for Life event might be the best time to do it. Points South was donating 25% of that evening's receipts to Moveable Feast, a charity that delivers meals to people living with AIDS/HIV, cancer, or other life-threatening illnesses. We brought along Minxbro and Minxdad to help us drive up the bill as high as possible for a good cause.

Since the weather was mild, we took an outside table and enjoyed the hustle bustle on Thames Street while we shared a pitcher of red sangria. Since so many of the small plate items sounded intriguing, we decided to try five, the first being the shrimp ceviche. Bright and refreshing, the shrimp were dressed with salad spread across a bed of avocado.

We had eaten the carimanolas, or yucca croquettes, at the media tasting and wanted to have them again. Lightly crisp on the outside and creamy smooth on the inside, the croquettes have the added bonus of a beef filling. It's almost like a mini shepherd's pie with the yucca standing in for potatoes, but yucca has its own flavor and texture. An avocado crema is provided for dipping, adding a nice touch of tang and richness.

Since we tend to order calamari everywhere we go, we thought we'd shake things up a bit and get the grilled octopus. The octopus was amazingly tender and the accompaniment of romesco, olives, and chili-dusted jicama made for a pleasant salad dressed in smoky achiote oil.

The pork belly had a crackling crust on the fat layer and unctuously tender meat, exactly the way pork belly should be served. In this case, I don't recall having any pork belly that was quite this good.

Minxdad has long insisted that he does not like lamb, but since the rest of us do, we decided to order the Denver lamb ribs while he was distracted with people watching. Smothered in a honey chipotle barbeque sauce and complimented with garlic chips, scallions, and creamy mojo, Minxdad gobbled down every bite of his rib and declared that he would've eaten the bone if he could. Only then did we reveal to him the true nature of the protein. He offered a sheepish shrug.

Duck confit was the special that day and, given how much we all love duck, we ordered it. The confit leg was meltingly soft, with a crisp skin, exactly as it should be. It was accompanied by a bit of medium rare duck breast, which was also tender and flavorful.The creamy potatoes and roasted root vegetables and squash made for a filling entree that hinted of the coming fall season.

We finished with the beef short ribs braised in bittersweet chocolate sauce. Fork tender and infused with the spicy chocolate flavor, the ribs were my favorite dish of the evening. I could've devoured the whole dish on my own, but I'm sure I would've had a fight on my hands had I tried.

As the late summer sun disappeared behind the buildings, we felt quite full and satisfied. Not only did we have a great meal, but we were supporting a great cause. We have to make sure we don't wait another nine months to return.

Points South Latin Kitchen
1640 Thames St.
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: (443) 563-2018



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Dining Out for Life

I've had the banner and the sidebar graphic up for quite a while now, but in case you haven't noticed them, this Thursday, September 19th, is Dining Out for Life. This annual event raises tens of thousands of dollars for Moveable Feast, the organization that feeds home-bound people with HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening illnesses.

To participate, all you have to do is dine out at one of the 50+ restaurants that have agreed to donate 20% or more of their take for the evening to Moveable Feast. The list includes Woodberry Kitchen, Clementine, Heavy Seas Alehouse, Laurrapin Grille, Pappas, Birroteca, and Koco's Pub. Check them all out here, then make a reservation and dine out for a worthy cause.



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Dining Out for Life 2011

Please don't forget that this Thursday, September 22, is Dining Out for Life, an annual, nationwide event that raises much needed funds for local charities. In Maryland, that organization is Moveable Feast, a group that provides food for HIV/AIDS and breast cancer patients, and others with life-threatening illnesses.

This year is especially hard for Moveable Feast because they didn't get funding from an important federal grant. Because of this, clients will be receiving fewer meals delivered on fewer days per week, and children of clients will begin to be removed. You can help by making a donation. Dining Out for Life makes it easier, because the restaurants make a donation for you.

Please check out the list of participating restaurants below, make a reservation, and dine out for life.

Alonso's - 50% View Details	Tel: 410-235-3433 Reserve Online Now	D
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The Brewer's Art - 50% View Details	Tel: 410-547-6925 Reserve Online Now	D
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Clementine - 50% View Details	Tel: 410-444-1497	L,D
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Gertrude's Restaurant at the BMA - 50% View Details	Tel: 410-889-3399 Reserve Online Now	D
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Loco Hombre - 50% View Details	Tel: 410-889-2233	D
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Miguel's Cocina y Cantina - 50% View Details	Tel: 443.438.3139	D
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Woodberry Kitchen - 50% View Details	Tel: 410-464-8000	D
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The Dizz - 33% View Details	Tel: 443-569-5864	L,D
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Iggie's - 33% View Details	Tel: 410.528.0818	L,D
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'b' A Bolton Hill Bistro View Details	Tel: 410-383-8600	D
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Bistro Rx View Details	Tel: 410-276-0820	D
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Blue Agave View Details	Tel: 410-576-3938 Reserve Online Now	D
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Bonjour Bakery/Cafe View Details	Tel: 4103720238	B,L
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Cafe Gia View Details	Tel: 410.685.6727	D
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Cafe Hon View Details	Tel: 410-243-1230	D
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Chameleon Cafe View Details	Tel: 410.254.2376	D
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City Cafe View Details	Tel: 410-539-4252 Reserve Online Now	D
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Giovanni's View Details	Tel: 410-679-9805	D
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Grano Emporio View Details	Tel: 443-438-7521	D
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Jack's Bistro View Details	Tel: 410-878-6542	D
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Joe Squared View Details	Tel: 410.545.0444	L,D
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Koco's Pub View Details	Tel: 410-426-3519	D
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La Palapa Grill & Cantina View Details	Tel: 410-465-0070	D
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Laurrapin Grille View Details	Tel: 410-939-4956 Reserve Online Now	D
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Linwoods View Details	Tel: 410-356-3030 Reserve Online Now	D
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Luna Blu View Details	Tel: (410) 267-9950 Reserve Online Now	D
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Marie Louise Bistro View Details	Tel: 410.385.9956 Reserve Online Now	B,L,D
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Meet 27 View Details	Tel: 410-585-8121	D
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Mia Carolina View Details	Tel: 410-526-5711	D
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Minato Sushi Bar View Details	Tel: 410-332-0332	L,D
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Miss Shirley's Cafe - Inner Harbor View Details	Tel: 410-528-5373	B,L
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Miss Shirley's Cafe - Roland Park View Details	Tel: 410.889.5272	B,L
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Mr. Rain's Fun House View Details	Tel: 443-524-7379 Reserve Online Now	D
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Mt. Vernon Stable & Saloon View Details	Tel: 410-685-7427	L,D
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Mt. Washington Tavern View Details	Tel: 410-367-6903 Reserve Online Now	D
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Pappas Restaurant - Glen Burnie View Details	Tel: 410-766-3713 Reserve Online Now	L,D
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The Rumor Mill Fusion Bar and Restaurant View Details	Tel: 410.461.0041 Reserve Online Now	L,D
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Ryleigh's Oyster View Details	Tel: 410-539-2093	D
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Sascha's 527 View Details	Tel: 410-539-8880 Reserve Online Now	D
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Saute' Restaurant & Bar View Details	Tel: 410.327.2883	D
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Sotto Sopra View Details	Tel: 410-625-0534 Reserve Online Now	D
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Todd Conner's View Details	Tel: 410-537-5005	D
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Village Square Cafe View Details	Tel: 410.433.2233	D
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Yellow Dog Tavern View Details	Tel: 410.342.0281	D

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Ride For The Feast Chili Cook-Off

On Sunday, February 27th, east Baltimore will be host to an exciting chili showdown - the 2011 Ride For The Feast Chili Cook-Off! The Cook-Off is organized by the Ride For The Feast, a 2-day, 140-mile bike ride that supports Moveable Feast, a nonprofit dedicated to feeding homebound Marylanders with life-threatening conditions.

Join a chili-loving crowd as they congregate at the Moveable Feast kitchens, located at 901 N. Milton Ave, Baltimore MD 21205. Ride for the Feast riders and volunteers will team up and compete to have the best chili at the competition! Winners will be decided by both popular opinion as well as a judging panel. The event will also feature a raffle of a fabulous (secret) prize!

Last year, charisma & culinary creativity were key factors in winning the crowd's approval. Hundreds of dollars were raised to benefit the Ride for the Feast. It is a great opportunity to enjoy some homemade, unique chili recipes, meet new people, and support a good cause.

The Chili Cook-Off will be held on Feb. 27th from 1:00PM to 3:30PM at 901 N. Milton Ave. This event is open to the public. Tickets will be $15 at the door and include chili samples, snacks, and beverages. Raffle tickets will be sold at the door for $5 or inside for $7. Kids twelve and under are free.

Feast for the Holidays

The International Interior Design Association Mid-Atlantic Chapter's Baltimore-Annapolis City Center and the BOMA Baltimore Community Service Committee will be hosting IIDA's Feast for the Holidays 2010, on November 18th, from 6-9PM!!

Rodney Henry of Dangerously Delicious Pies will be guiding all participants in the baking of pies for Moveable Feast's clients, at their headquarters at 901 N. Milton Ave, Baltimore MD 21205. Tickets are $55 in advance, $65 at the door.

This year BOMA CSC will also be be hosting a food drive benefiting Moveable Feast at properties throughout the Baltimore area.

For more information about the event and the food drive, visit the Moveable Feast blog.

Dining Out for Life

This Thursday, September 23rd, is Dining Out for Life, an annual event that raises tens of thousands of dollars for Moveable Feast, the organization that feeds homebound people with HIV/AIDS and breast cancer.

All you have to do to support this worthwhile charity is to dine out at one of over forty participating restaurant on September 23rd. All restaurants will be donating at least 20% of their sales from that evening to Moveable Feast.

For more information, and a list of participating restaurants, go to http://www.diningoutforlife.com/baltimore.

We're going to Clementine. :)

And don't forget, bloggers, to blog about your Dining Out for Life dining experiences at http://mfeast.blogspot.com.

Dining Out for Life Restaurant Review Competition!

Bloggers - next week, after you participate in Dining Out for Life, write a restaurant review and share it with Movable Feast's new blog, http://mfeast.blogspot.com. They’ll choose the top 10 best reviews and post them on their Web site, blog, and Facebook page. There may even be prizes involved!

Click here for more information.

Anyone can participate, from established bloggers to those who are new kids on the block. You know I'll be writing about my experience....

Dining Out for Life

Another reminder that September 23rd, is Dining Out for Life, an annual event that raises tens of thousands of dollars for Moveable Feast, the organization that feeds homebound people with HIV/AIDS and breast cancer.

All you have to do to support this worthwhile charity is to dine out at one of over forty participating restaurant on September 23rd. All restaurants will be donating at least 20% of their sales from that evening to Moveable Feast.

For more information, and a list of participating restaurants, go to http://www.diningoutforlife.com/baltimore.

Dining Out for Life

Please remember that one month from today, September 23rd, is Dining Out for Life, an annual event that raises tens of thousands of dollars for Moveable Feast, the organization that feeds homebound people with HIV/AIDS and breast cancer.

All you have to do to support this worthwhile charity is to dine out at one of over forty participating restaurant on September 23rd. All restaurants will be donating at least 20% of their sales from that evening to Moveable Feast.

For more information, and a list of participating restaurants, go to http://www.diningoutforlife.com/baltimore.

Dining Out for Life

Dining Out for Life is an annual event raising money for local AIDS service organizations. In Baltimore, that organization is Moveable Feast, the local nonprofit that delivers free, nutritious meals to people who are homebound living with AIDS or breast cancer.

This year's event will take place on September 23rd. Restaurants across Baltimore, and a few in the counties, will participate by donating a minimum of 20% of their sales from that day to Moveable Feast.

Please consider dining out at one of the participating restaurants on September 23rd to help raise funds for this worthwhile organization. For a list of restaurants, go to http://www.diningoutforlife.com/baltimore/participating. I hope to see you out that night!

Mason Dixon Master Chef Tournament

Does watching a live competition of local chefs pitted against each other, Iron Chef-style, sound like fun to you? Then you should attend the Mason Dixon Master Chef Tournament! This foodie experience is a multi-week event showcasing some of the area's finest chefs while providing an evening of entertainment AND dining.

In addition to enjoying a four-course meal while watching the chefs compete, twenty-five audience members can participate each night as judges, tasting the chefs' creations and voting alongside the panel of expert judges.

General admission tickets cost $55 and include dinner. Judging Experience tickets are $75 and include both dinner and a chance to taste and vote on the chefs' wares. In addition, 10% of the net profit from ticket sales goes directly to Moveable Feast, a local non-profit that provides meal delivery service to homebound People Living with AIDS/HIV, and women undergoing breast cancer treatment and their families.

Next week is Moveable Feast Week and an additional 10% (20% total) of net profits will be donated to the charity. On Monday June 28th, Chad Novak of Don't Know Tavern will do battle against Thomas Friend of Skipjack's Restaurant & Crab House. On Tuesday, June 29th, Michael Ledesma of Leelyns will face Francisco Lopez of Federales.

Please use this opportunity have a good time AND help those in need by attending an event. Please enter sponsor code "MOV101" when you place your order.