The Year in Food 2006

From bad spinach to exploding lattes: The tastiest moments of 2006.

Asafetida gives this dish a pungency that people either love or hate.

Meatiness from portobello mushrooms gives turkey a boost of flavor.

At the store, I got three 8 oz. packages of sliced baby portabellos for under a buck! Suggestions for what to do with these, now they’re on my counter? I’m thinking a mushroom ragout (from Joy of Cooking) or a mushroom...

Spread on a pita chip near you.

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Mediterranean cheese marinated in olive oil and spice.

A decadent munchie or a rustic-elegant topping for roasted chicken or sautéed spinach.

Looking for some dried porcini mushrooms that will not break the bank. They are at our local Ralphs but are super expensive. Any suggestions? Perhaps ethinic grocery stores? We are in Encino, but would be willing to drive a bit...

A homey dish made with seitan.

Hi there, I’d like to know where I can buy chanterelle mushrooms. I want to purchase them, not eat them in a restaurant (just to be clear). Thanks!

Does anyone have any good sources for inexpensive, dried mushrooms and/or porcini in Chicago? I used to get the cheaper South American variety at my local Jewel under the Kirsch label. They were surprisingly good, but have been...

What the heck is Quorn?

When you buy a bottle of Coca-Cola, you expect it to be bottled at a Coca-Cola distributor and not be a rinsed-out “genuine Coca-Cola bottle” filled with a “cola-like carbonated beverage."

If you are looking for a mail order source, try Earthly Delights. Pros in St. L use Fresh Mushroom Farm. You could probably find the number through operator assistance. Joe (owner) is located south on 55. Dierbergs and Whole...