I stumbled upon Harvest 18. This restaurant changes it's menu every shift. In fact, as I write this it is 2:30 in the afternoon & they do not know what will be on the dinner menu.
I ordered a Harvest Mule (Troy & Sons Moonshine, fresh lime, & ginger beer) or 2 to wash down my Steak & Eggs. The NY Strip & scrambled eggs came w/ roasted potatoes, turnip greens, & charred green tomatoe salsa.
I looked up at one point & saw a man in a suit standing next to me. He introduced himself as Josh & asked to join me. Josh is one of the managers. He chatted with me a bit, proudly describing the company he works for as if it was his baby.
My waiter, Ryan, commented on my UNT (University of North Texas) tshirt & said he hadn't seen one in years...he grew up in San Antonio. He asked how I came about the shirt &/or why I was in NC. It was my turn to talk about the company I work for. We talked about all things Texas until he discovered I'm from Memphis. Low & behold he used to work at some bars on Beale Street. We talked about Mud Island, BBQ Fest, Beale, & all things 901.
FINALLY! Someone who understands my distaste for NC Vinegar-based BBQ. We shared our secret BBQ places in NC that come the closest to the taste of home, I ordered another drink & tabbed out.
As a Regional Sales Manager, I couldn't help but think, "man, I wish I could have these guys come to training & talk to my sales reps about how to build rapport & make connections." Phenomenal job. This was truly one heck of an experience from the sun-soaked table, stiff drinks, life changing cuisine, & friendly staff.
