BETHESDA-BOUND TRIPPER BUS BREAKS DOWN IN NEW JERSEY

A Tripper Bus traveling from New York City to Bethesda last night broke down en route, according to a passenger.

The intercity bus discharged its passengers at a New Jersey rest stop while awaiting assistance.

"Never again," wrote the disgruntled passenger, who said there were 3 hours to go on the already-delayed trip.

Tripper Bus travels between downtown Bethesda and New York City.

SWEET FARM SAUERKRAUT JOINS BETHESDA CENTRAL FARM MARKET

Do you like sauerkraut? I didn't, until I tried one that didn't come out of a tin can!

Yes, a fresh or bagged sauerkraut is a great side dish, and now you can get it from right here in Maryland.

Sweet Farm Sauerkraut made its Bethesda debut last Sunday, and will be back again this Sunday, 9 AM - 1PM at Bethesda ES.

Sweet Farm is in Woodsboro, in Frederick County. Their vegetable krauts are naturally fermented, and made with only organic vegetables, unrefined sea salt, and spices.

So until we finally get a German restaurant in Bethesda, at least you can get real sauerkraut at Bethesda Central Farm Market.

CELEBRATE ROSH HASHANAH AT BETHESDA ROW! HAPPY JEWISH NEW YEAR!

Enjoy a 5-star Rosh Hashanah dinner at Mon Ami Gabi this Sunday or Monday from 4-10 PM!

The Bethesda Row French restaurant has put together an outstanding menu.  Start off with selections like Homemade Gefilte Fish with Beet Horseradish, Chopped Liver with onion croutons, Vegetarian Chopped Liver, Matzo Ball soup or Challah bread with apples and honey.

Entree choices will be Seared Atlantic Salmon, Classic Braised Beef Brisket, or Herb Chicken Paillard.  Side dishes include Carrots Tzimmes, Kasha Varnishkes, Noodle Kugel, or Potato Pancakes.  Finish off with an Apple Tarte Tatin with caramel sauce, warm Chocolate Flourless Cake, or Stewed Fruit Compote.

Call 301-654-1234 to make your reservation now, and have a happy New Year!

BETHESDA STORM UPDATE: BATTEN DOWN THE HATCHES

Severe thunderstorms are expected to hit Bethesda between 1 and 11 PM today.  With a cold front hitting 105 degree temperatures, fasten your seatbelts for a wild and wooly day.

Don't forget that collection of curbside storm tree/limb/miscellaneous wood scraps begins July 11.

Let's hope the county picks up the 3 fallen trees currently blocking the sidewalk on Westbard Avenue between Westbard Circle and Massachusetts Avenue.  If you are trying to walk to church or Little Falls Library, use the Westbard Mews side of the street sidewalk.

BETHESDA CENTRAL FARM MARKET SPECIALS

Stop by the Bethesda Central Farm Market - 9 AM to 1 PM today at Bethesda ES - for a chef demonstration by Chef Francois Dionot, of L'Academie de Cuisine!

There will be a Father's Day book-signing by author Paul Stankus.

Today is the debut of the first blueberries of 2012, from Moody Blues Farm in Baltimore County!

Plus, organic ketchup, organic lard for baking and another Boordy Vineyards Maryland wine tasting.

GUARDADO'S NOW

SERVING SUNDAY BRUNCH

Bethesda Tapas Restaurant Adds

Sabor de Espana to Downtown

Smorgasbord of Midday Options

Another Robert Dyer @ Bethesda Row Exclusive!!!

Guardado's on Del Ray Avenue is launching brunch hours today, by popular demand. You can be one of the first to try it. However, if you attended their special Easter Brunch last Sunday, you got a sneak preview, because the menu was virtually the same.

Restaurant co-owner Reyna Guardado said customers have been requesting brunch in great numbers, and "we listened to your request." Hence, today you will be able to enjoy brunch between 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM. Guardado's will also serve dinner from 5:00-9:00 PM tonight.

For those attending the Bethesda Central Farm Market this morning, Guardado's is not too far of a walk from Bethesda ES. Just cross Old Georgetown Road, and take it down to Del Ray, and turn right.

Click here to preview the menu! You'll find some Spanish classics, creative tapas, and a few traditional American breakfast items sprinkled in for the traditionalist. Que bueno.

SUPER BOWL

SUNDAY IN

BETHESDA

Supersize your Super Bowl Sunday with this guide to the super events other laundry lists aren't telling you about. With this guide, you'll have more moves than Joe Namath on Super Bowl Sunday.

BETHESDA CENTRAL FARM MARKET

"A farmers market on Super Bowl Sunday?! What are you, some kind of wise guy?" In fact, I am a guy, and I am wise to direct you to the Elm Street parking lot until 12:30 PM today for Super Bowl party shopping.

"What do you think, I'm gonna eat a salad during the Super Bowl?" Well, why don't you just examine the Super Bowl spread you can put out from BCFM tonight:

Steak

Ribs

Sausages

Salami

Angus Burgers

Farmstead cheese to melt on the burgers!

Sun-dried feta, lemon pepper and pecorino dip

Red pepper, walnut and tahini dip

Spinach and white bean dip

Betty's Chips and Salsa

Belgian waffles and chocolate for dessert

AMERICAN TAP ROOM

Head to American Tap Room at Bethesda Row where every seat is the best seat in the house with all of the flatscreen TVs throughout the restaurant and bar.

But wait! It's no ordinary game day at ATR. They have a special menu, which starts with $4 drafts of Brooklyn Brewery for Giants fans, and $4 Samuel Adams for Patriots fans.

1 dozen Beer-steamed spiced shrimp $12

Basket of Tabasco onion rings $5

3 ATR Burger Sliders with cheddar cheese, pickle, onion and Special Sauce $6

And my personal favorite:

2 all-beef Hot Dogs with housemade chili, cheddar cheese and onions $6

Don't forget, they also have the best Brownie Sundae in town!

THE PARVA

This is the first Super Bowl Sunday ever at The Parva!

$2 Domestic, $3 Imported beers

$4 Parva drinks and Appetizers

Free shooters throughout the game!

Buy one, get one FREE bottle specials!

The party starts at 1PM at The Parva.

RI-RA

Want a package deal? Head to Ri-Ra on Elm Street. For $20, you will receive 2 domestic beers, and all of the hot dogs, nachos and wings you can eat - all night long!

For the purist, there will be $4 pints of Guinness available.

WEAR IT WELL

Last, but not least, I haven't forgotten about the ladies out there who couldn't care less about football (there are still a few out there).

All day today at Wear it Well on Bethesda Ave. at Bethesda Row, you will receive a surprise discount at check-out!

Have a great Super Bowl Sunday, and make sure to follow me on Twitter at @BethesdaRow to find out all the inside information about what's going on in downtown Bethesda!