Kate: Stir-Fried Tofu with Mushrooms, Scallions, and Cashews
It is always such a treat to visit the Winds. Nestled in the charming village of Yellow Springs, Ohio, this place always blows me away. I only ever eat here when I visit Dayton (I started my undergraduate career at Wright State University there) and my old supervisor takes me to lunch. It is kind of like our special place, though I would be willing to share it, as it is always delectable. This visit was no different. The menu changes monthly with great daily specials. I always have the most difficult time choosing something off the menu as so many things sound good. Today, I opted for the stir-fried goodness that was this dish, and was not disappointed.
Quick side note, they always have the best bread basket. It is always at least two if not three different types of artisan bread that I am pretty sure they bake right there. Then, they have a few different butter options, each with something yummy inside. There is usually an herb butter that is SO GOOD on all of the breads...
Now, for the meal. Everything at the Winds always seems really fresh. They use mostly (if not all) local produce and products for their dishes. This was no exception. It was so good it almost melted in my mouth. The server made a comment about me joining the clean plate club, and I took it. It was so good, I couldn't stop. And, I think I already mentioned this, but I have never had a bad plate from the Winds. Always so yummy. I really look forward to the opportunity to dine there on the rare occasions that put me in the Dayton area.
A fun side note... Dave Chappelle has a home in Yellow Springs. It is where he goes to get away from Hollywood, etc. Well, it is certainly not rare to see him when you are out and about in Yellow Springs. On a previous trip, he held the door for me while I exited the book shop. Today, he wandered into the Winds and dined at the table next to mine. So cool! If you see him, you have to play it cool, though. The residents of Yellow Springs know that he goes there to get away. I don't want to be the person that ruins that, you know? But, still, WAY COOL!
Quick side note, they always have the best bread basket. It is always at least two if not three different types of artisan bread that I am pretty sure they bake right there. Then, they have a few different butter options, each with something yummy inside. There is usually an herb butter that is SO GOOD on all of the breads...
Now, for the meal. Everything at the Winds always seems really fresh. They use mostly (if not all) local produce and products for their dishes. This was no exception. It was so good it almost melted in my mouth. The server made a comment about me joining the clean plate club, and I took it. It was so good, I couldn't stop. And, I think I already mentioned this, but I have never had a bad plate from the Winds. Always so yummy. I really look forward to the opportunity to dine there on the rare occasions that put me in the Dayton area.
A fun side note... Dave Chappelle has a home in Yellow Springs. It is where he goes to get away from Hollywood, etc. Well, it is certainly not rare to see him when you are out and about in Yellow Springs. On a previous trip, he held the door for me while I exited the book shop. Today, he wandered into the Winds and dined at the table next to mine. So cool! If you see him, you have to play it cool, though. The residents of Yellow Springs know that he goes there to get away. I don't want to be the person that ruins that, you know? But, still, WAY COOL!
five golden forks out of five!
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