We will be visiting Seattle in a couple of months. What do you know about Crab Pot and the Benz Cafe which was mentioned on a Travel Chanel program? (8 replies, last updated by christy319 April 24, 2009)

I ate at Zum Stammtisch last night (am writing it up for my dining diary), and on my way home, I passed a german bar/restaurant I’d never heard of....and it’s not in the white or yellow pages. Did I dream it?... (8 replies, last updated by wayne August 8, 2000)

I have seen it at Wholefoods, Ralphs, Vons, Albertson, Major, Jimbos. (10 replies, last updated by daantaat August 13, 2009)

I recently bought tahini at Vons. It comes in a can (I think green?) in the “international foods” aisle. Trader Joe’s also has a tahini dip (?) in the fridge section near the hummus, however the consistency is... (8 replies, last updated by daantaat April 8, 2008)

the day before Ash Wednesday being “Fat Tuesday” when all the fat is consumed, since it won’t be used during Lent).. I have bought Hot Cross Buns at Howard’s Bakery in El Cajon as well as Albertsons and... (3 replies, last updated by nessy March 19, 2008)

Cafe Sevilla is better than Ole Madrid, and I hope you guys had a great time! I really like Costa Brava in PB though. It as a more low key atmosphere and very good food – and it’s quite affordbable too. It’s... (9 replies, last updated by Alice Q February 27, 2008)

I’ve looked all over: Whole Foods, Von's,Trader Joe’s, Jonathan’s.... is there anyplace that sells nuts in the shell? Walnuts, almonds, pecans, hazelnuts, Brazil nuts—the usual Christmas blend that’s... (6 replies, last updated by trentyzan December 22, 2008)

I’m looking to make some risotto and none of the grocery stores I’ve been to (Albertsons, Vons, Henrys) had arborio rice. Do I have to resort to going to Whole Paychecks for arborio? (18 replies, last updated by stevuchan January 27, 2009)

the bacon from Siesel’s, and like the bulk applewood smoked bacon from Vons, but the Linkery stuff blew us away. Anyone else try it yet? FWIW, here is how I have been cooking the bacon lately: Heat the oven to 375-400F,... (38 replies, last updated by lovesfood11 August 31, 2009)

Judy, during times of wine glut, house label wines can be a bargain. In the early 80’s, we used to pick up some super cheap bottles at Von's or TJs that were worth 4 to 7 times the price. However, despite forecasts year... (9 replies, last updated by Melanie Wong October 2, 2000)

There is a good French restaurant in the neighborhood just east of you – Scripps Ranch – take Mira Mesa Blvd past I-15 (I refuse to say THE 15) and wind around a little and you’ll come to La Bastide in the... (14 replies, last updated by oerdin June 26, 2008)

's supermarkets is how SMALL they are. Larry’s is the biggest I’ve found yet, but it’s like 1/4 the size of a typical Ralph’s or Von's back home. Of course, I am near Queen Anne. Perhaps if I could get out... (13 replies, last updated by Beth January 10, 2001)

, the best biscuit I’ve found in San Diego is, unfortunately, from the freezer aisle of Vons (I didn’t realize there was a Popeye’s in SD!). However, I can’t wait to try the other recommendations in this... (35 replies, last updated by ibstatguy August 23, 2008)

The BEST Chicago style hot dog in town belongs to Windy City Beef in La Mesa. Family run joint in the Vons shopping center at Navajo and Fletcher Parkway. Dogs the way I grew up with, and an Italian Beef sandwich to die for. The... (32 replies, last updated by upstarter January 29, 2009)

I agree with Santana’s; whenever it’s late and I need a a nosh, I get their carne asada burrito. Don’t forget the hot sauce. It’s a great complement. Nacho’s Tacos next to the Von's is a great little... (28 replies, last updated by crankster June 1, 2008)