The foodquest. A search for the extraordinary. To discover hidden delights in the most unexpected of places, whether next door or across the globe. In many ways, the reason for being. Every so often, we find a restaurant that is an instant classic. A restaurant so unique and special that it surpasses all rankings to achieve the highest possible rating from the Foodquest. The Foodquest Platinum.
Platinum level restaurants are unique in that they consistently offer a mind-blowing experience for the diner. No matter the price range, each and every meal at these locations represent the best of in their class. To be considered for a Platinum, a restaurant must exhibit the following criteria:
Excellence of execution - How well are the dishes prepared for the genre? What sets it apart from simply "good"?
Value for the Price Range - Whether an entree costs $2.50 or $25.00, there is no reason for the diner to leave the meal unfulfilled and wanting. While small portions seem to be the trend in haute cuisine, any meal should fulfill the basic requirement of a meal as a culinary experience, both aesthetically and gastronomically.
The Wow Factor - An intense and delightful experience from the first bite to the last. In many ways, what the Foodquest is all about. To discover the amazingly diverse and delicious varieties of cuisines available. A Platinum restaurant takes a genre to the next level by redefining expectations. Platinum Award Winners 2005 Reido's - August 20, 2005 Platinum Award Presentation
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Austin 
Wednesday, 07 January 2009
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