If you're as obsessed with the Obamas -- and as obsessed with food -- as we are, then you'll get a kick out The Daily Beast's article on the "First Foodies" (aka Barack and Michelle) and their eating habits. From soft-shell crab tempura to fried green tomatoes to cheeseburgers with mustard, it seems these two are adventurous, unpretentious diners who love to explore new restaurants and cuisines. They recently took a trip to New York for a classic date -- dinner and a Broadway show. Their restaurant of choice? Dan Barber's Blue Hill in New York City's West Village, known for its local, seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine. When I initially heard they'd dined at Blue Hill, I assumed they visited the location in upstate New York, which is actually located *on* a farm; eating there is a truly amazing, not-to-be-missed experience. So I admit, I was a little disappointed when I discovered that the Obamas had eaten at the urban location.

I still think they should check out Blue Hill at Stone Barns, as it's one of the most memorable dining experiences I've ever had. There's no set menu; instead, there's a list of ingredients that are at their peak the day you visit, and the chefs in the kitchen construct a meal out of them for you. You can get house-made charcuterie, teas made from fresh herbs snipped right before your eyes, and varieties of produce you've probably never heard of before.

 If the Obamas were coming to your neighborhood, where would you send them to eat?

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