I have. I thought the larb at Wondee was better, but the papaya salad at Sri is much better. I've been to Sri a zillion times, but Wondee only once, and I only had those two things...I’ll go again soon.

although this subject seems to be aptly discussed, i have to put in a word about Hearth as well. it was honestly one of the better meals out i've had in a long time...the snapper crudo appetizer bordered on perfection (i think...

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, comments, suggestions. I've been back-reading this board, devouring (so to speak) P. Wells and other guides. Trying to leave plenty of space for serendipity but also reserve some “tough tables” in advance. Thanks so...

New place inside the Arctic hotel (3rd and Cherry). Dungeness crab ravioli was very good—delicate thin pasta sheets, subtle sauterne cream sauce, not to be missed. Also enjoyed the crab/fig salad w/ Marcona almonds and...

Where’s all the indignant passionate responses from blue cheese mavins? I love all the blues, I've ever tasted, but am definately not an expert. Stilton is my favorite for all time though, served up as part of a...

I need a good Fabada recipe. I have the fabes, directly from Cabrales, so I’m halfway there. Many thanks.

—-Probably my favorite course of the evening. The sweetest, most succulent lobster medallion I've had since Bouley Bakery. 5)Double Sirloin of Hallow Farm’s Young Rabbit, Fennel Bulb Tapenade and Pomelo Cells with...

's Coffee Shop in Alameda. Jim’s comes much recommended by fellow hounds as a good solid breakfast joint. And while I don’t like to ride completely on first impressions, I must say that we knew it was “the...

I've got three nights in the city. What’s the best hotel. I stayed at The Ritz and The Clift. I liked The Ritz. I had dinner at Gary Danko’s then. What’s three great places for dinner and any better suggestions...

to accomodate moving us to seats we preferred. It was nice to be alone in the two restaurants for the first ten minutes by ourselves to get a feel for the rooms, and soon enough (within fifteen to thirty minutes), both rooms were...

I recently discovered that szechuan peppercorns are no longer available in the USA. I will be in Hong Kong soon. Does anyone know a centrally-located spice shop (address, please) where I can purchase a few handfuls for my own...

Temduang was really awful when I went there. The manager was nice and enthusiastic though. She said she was taking over ownership soon and would be changing the menu. I don’t believe they have a talented team of Thai cooks...

not be surprised if they soon have 3 stars. They are certainly trying very hard. I look forward to learning the kitchen better, finding more dishes to go back to time and time again and getting Jerome’s guidance thru what...

I see you’re headed for LA. Pret a Manger is owned 30% by McDonalds so I imagine we’ll see it in LA soon enough. There’s a chain in LA called Gaucho Grill which is just ok, kinda bland. They do have (needed)...