50 The Queens Courier • BUZZ • novemBER 7, 2013 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.queenscourier.com dining out The 1 1/2 pound lobster with broccoli and snow peas arrived with oysters, shrimp and clams – delicious! A Taste of Portugal BY SHEILA DIAMOND A few blocks east of the Cross Island Parkway, Mateus offers a taste of Portugal. Entry is through the bar, which I noticed was well stocked with more than 100 different bottles of wine from all over the world but most from Portugal. Hosted by Ilidio Chaves, the dining room is modest in size with a party room further in the rear. Tastefully decorated, the ambient sound level allows easy conversation across the table -- a wonderful change from so many so called “in” dining spots where you have to either yell across the table or keep silent because no one can hear you. Attentive service starts right away. The wait staff is pleasant and knowledgeable, answering cuisine questions with an ease that makes selecting your meal a delight. Beverage service is moderately priced with a bottle of Portuguese Dao wine available for $15 and mixed drinks at equally affordable prices. Appetizers such as mussels with green sauce and parsley were delicious, and broiled calamari was just so light and tender I will not go back to fried again. Salad is more than ample for the table and very fresh. Two of us ordered the 1½ pound lobster with broccoli and snow peas, and they arrived with RESTAURANT & BAR 222-05 Jamaica Avenue Queens Village 718-464-4522 Open Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 to 10 p.m. Sunday until 8 p.m. MATEUS oysters, shrimp and clams on the plate so beautifully presented that we had to take a picture of it. Another order was for Picanah steak, which came in two large pieces that were cooked to perfection and served with beans and rice. We had to put part of it aside because we couldn’t eat it all. A constant favorite of mine is the grilled pork chop, which arrived with a light glaze, tender and juicy. Almond cake with caramel sauce dessert recommended by the staff was joined by red velvet cake, both of which really topped off the evening. All this for less than $90 per couple including tip. In our opinion, Mateus is a great value. Try it, you’ll love it. View Over 200 Reviews at queenscourier.com Photo courtesy Sheila Diamond The Diner, Reinvented. A spectacular array of Omelettes, Salads, Sandwiches, Burgers, Wraps, Paninis, Pasta, Steaks, Chops and Seafood, Fresh Baked Desserts & more. 24 / 7 Dine in / Dine out Free Delivery 72-12 NORTHERN BLVD, JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY TEL: (718) 476-1240 www.jaxinndiner.com “The Original” Adrian & Rocky’s Catering Presents a Thanksgiving Day Feast “Free Delivery on Thanksgiving Day” “Just Heat and Eat” ANTIPASTO SUPREME Choice of: Penne a la Vodka or Lasagna 5-7 PEOPLE PACKAGING INCLUDES: Antipasto Whole Turkey (14lbs. With Gravy) Stuffi ng with or without Meat Choice: Candied Yams – Mashed Potatoes – Sweet Potatoes Peas, Carrots & Mushrooms or French Bean Almondine Garden Salad Cranberry Sauce & Dinner Rolls $179.00 (Plus tax & gratuities) Have A Happy & Safe Thanksgiving from Adrian’s Delivered To Your Home (Within the 5 Boroughs & Nassau Country) Call: 718-845-5525 Fax: 718-845-5643 132-08 Cross Bay Blvd., Ozone Park, NY 11417 www.adrianscaterers.com All major Credit Cards Accepted RECESSION SAVER Whole Turkey (18lbs. with Gravy) Stuffi ng with or without Meat Potatoes & Vegetables $149.00 (Plus tax) 18lb. Raw Washed & Seasoned Turkey $60.00 A la Carte: 18lb. Whole Cooked Turkey with Gravy $75.00 Spiral Ham $79.00 Fresh Fruit $49.00 Macaroni & Cheese $35.00 Chicken Fingers $35.00 Stuffed Mushrooms $10.00/Doz. Stuffed Artichoke $6.00/Each Brussel Sprouts $25.00 Eggplant Rollatini $35.00 Pies $10.00/Each Apple, Pumpkin or Coconut Custard Whole Turkey (18 lbs. with Gravy) Stuffi ng with or without Meat Choice of: Candied Yams – Mashed Potatoes – Sweet Potatoes Choice of: Peas, Carrots & Mushrooms or French bean Almondine Gorgonzola Salad w/Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing Cranberry Sauce & Dinner Rolls – (1) Pie $279.00 (Plus tax & gratuities) Carved $15.00 Extra Serves 10 to 14 People Pick-up Only Roasted Sweet Potatoes Roasted Sweet Potatoes -SENIOR CITIZENSTAKE 10% OFF YOUR BILL MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY From 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
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