Everyone has a right to their own likes and dislikes. We go through each day making judgment calls without even realizing it. What would I like for lunch? Where is the best place for me to study? What music suits me while I hang out with my friends? We make decisions based on past experiences and the feelings and memories that came from those experiences.
But what makes someone a good and accurate critic on these experiences? Who is to say that they know what they are talking about and should be trusted (better yet, paid to do it)? There are the two words that come to mind: objectivity and thoroughness.
A critic must note everything and anything that was experienced. The review is completely the critic’s opinion, and as a reader, we don’t have to believe or follow it. But, the critic needs to give full support, vivid detail and be open-minded in order for readers to understand the experience - be it food, theatre or books.
The best critics are not the ones who have the ruthless reputations or the heartless reviews, but it’s the critics who know how to be unbiased and complete so that their readers can gain a little insight into a certain experience.
I think that the role of the critic is increasing people’s awareness of what is out there, and I think the critic will continue to have an important and influential role in the decisions that people make. As long as there are creations and observations to be made, there will be a critic around to express his or her opinion to everyone else!
No money, No problem...
Food Finds is a blog created by four broke journalism students at the University of Georgia. The purpose of this blog is to review local restaurants that wont burn a hole in a college student's already slim wallet.
In addition to reviews of affordable restaurants, Food Finds also recognizes more expensive restaurants that may dwindle your keg party cash stash, but are worth it. We've even spotlighted some unique restaurants outside of the classic city for all of you roadtrippers.
Didn't see your standard Sunday brunch staple on our blog? Let us know your favorite tasty, cheap eats in Athens, Georgia!
Keep eatin' cheap,
Katie McW, Katie W., Mandy, and Allison
In addition to reviews of affordable restaurants, Food Finds also recognizes more expensive restaurants that may dwindle your keg party cash stash, but are worth it. We've even spotlighted some unique restaurants outside of the classic city for all of you roadtrippers.
Didn't see your standard Sunday brunch staple on our blog? Let us know your favorite tasty, cheap eats in Athens, Georgia!
Keep eatin' cheap,
Katie McW, Katie W., Mandy, and Allison
Allison's Perfect Athens Meal
- I love to start out any Athens evening in the spring sitting outside at The Boar’s Head drinking beer with good friends. One of my favorite beers is Terrapin Golden Ale, which is native to Athens. Aside from almost every bar in Athens, this beer can also be enjoyed at the Terrapin Brewery, which gives tours on Thursday nights and Saturday afternoons.
- As an appetizer, I love to munch on Hummus from The Grit or Cheese Dip from Taqueria La Parilla. Both of these restaurants are fun places to have a laid back night out with friends and enjoy inexpensive favorite appetizers.
- I love the Martha’s Salad Plate from Marti’s at Midday. This salad wouldn’t really fit in my Athens top meal, because it is about two meals in itself, but I couldn’t think of a salad that is as tasty as this one. Although it’s easy to pass on Prince Avenue, Marti’s always attracts a HUGE lunch crowd.
- I have got to stay true to my roots and so it is only fair to choose The Last Resort Grill’s Chicken Praline as my favorite entrée. It was the first meal that I had when I visited Athens almost five years ago. I have had MANY dishes that could have qualified for this spot, but none compare. The Last Resort Grill is one of the things I will miss the most when I graduate.
- I am such a dessert fanatic, so this was a no brainer for me. I associate good looking and tasting dessert with one name: Cecilia Villaveces. A case of her cakes receives owwws and awws from all the diners who enter The Last Resort Grill. My favorite is the White Chocolate Cheesecake, but I would honestly settle for anything that comes out of that bakery. Another one of my favorites is a Snicker’s Blizzard from Dairy Queen. This year, my roommate and I have walked to DQ several times so that we wont feel guilty about getting these cool treats.
- I’m sad to say that I am a late night Athens meal connoisseur. Even if I try to fight it, after a night at the bars I crave a slice of Veggie Pizza with a side of Pesto from Little Italy. I try to stay away from the bars around Little Italy past midnight so my late night craving doesn’t get the best of me. Even though I am never in the area, the Cheese Tots from Clocked! are worth the walk. Thank goodness that Clocked! is only open late a few nights a week!
Katie Mc's Perfect Athens Meal
- Cocktail: A Georgia Peach Martini from Speakeasy
- Salad: The House Salad with Feta cheese from Transmetropolitan
- Appetizer: The Crab Cake from East West or the Spinach Dip from Speakeasy
- Entree: The Georgia Roll and an order of Mushroom Soup from Shokotini
- Dessert: Godiva Chocolate Martini from East West
- Late Night: A Hot Dog from Hot Dog Man (he brings me so much joy) on the corner of College St. and Broad or a Loaded Grilled Cheese with a side of Feta dressing from The Grill
Katie W's Perfect Athens Meal
- Drinks: On a typical Athens spring afternoon, there is nothing quite as great as sitting outside of Cali-n-Titos with friends and a side of chips and dip. It's BYOB, but it fits the atmosphere and makes you fall in love with those beautiful spring days.
- Salad: Basil Press has by far the best caesar salad EVER! They make this delicious appetizer right in front of your very eyes. The dressing is the good stuff, not the fake, "wannabe" caesar that comes from a bottle that a lot places seem to resort to using.
- Appetizer: Speakeasy is all about the small portions, and this is why I would choose any of their dishes as a favorite appetizer. The basil mozzarella is a classic choice for a light portion that wets the pallet for your entree.
- Entree: I just can't get enough of it, and I am going to severely miss it when I leave, but the salmon and grits from Last Resort makes my mouth water whenever I hear about it. The salmon is cooked to perfection and the grits are thick and creamy. A side of veggies makes it all complete. Now that I think about it, I will probably get that for dinner tonight!
- Dessert: I am an ice cream fiend. Therefore, I like just about anything that comes with it on the side, or simply by itself! Brownie a la mode is a classic choice, and you can never go wrong with that as your dessert. Even though East West is never my choice for a meal, they carry the most gooey, chocolate-filled brownies with the perfect portion of ice cream to end your night with a smile.
- Late Night: In my younger college years, I satisfied the late night cravings with a slice of pizza and a side of ranch dressing from Little Italy. It was not until this year that I found out what I had been missing: Five Guys Burger and Fries. The burgers are HUGE and the french fries are plentiful, leaving your belly too full to move and ready for bed.
Mandy's Perfect Athens Meal
- My favorite meal of the day is breakfast. Although not considered the most elaborate meal, I will always be a breakfast girl at heart. Any time of day is breakfast time for me.
- To begin, I would get fresh squeezed orange juice from The Grit. The fresh taste is unbeatable. No carton can come close to the real thing.
- For my main meal, I would get blueberry pancakes from The Grille. The cheap price and the fluffy texture make these a great addition to the day. Add a little syrup and I'm good to go.
- Lastly, even though breakfast is not a meal considered to have dessert, I am all for it. My perfect one would be the "chocolate cake for breakfast" from Mama's Boy. It is a rich cake with espresso drizzle, whipped cream and fresh fruit. Does it get better than that? I don't think so.
4.24.2008
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