elements. Other times, we ran into some really not so wonderful honeys. Not inedible, but probably best suited for baking or something where the flavour of the honey is not necessarily in the forefront. I can’t say I have... (65 replies, last updated by chicgail September 5, 2009)

, the cheesemonger will know) are out-of-this-world good. Montgomery was the cheddar that made me think of cheddar as something special and more than just something I put in [US-style] biscuits. Jumping off scuzzo, maybe a few... (41 replies, last updated by greedygirl September 11, 2009)

Hi KQ... My recs for Vouvray Moelleux and Moscato d’Asti are more oriented towards your desserts than to cheeses... However, it’s an interesting question which cheese might match best with these and I’ve not done... (40 replies, last updated by Bill Hunt September 20, 2007)

impossible to find. Even in the Bay Area, the number of high-end tea shops is small, especially when compared to the number of restaurants, bars and coffee houses. Thirty years ago, people though Velveeta was cheese and Columbia... (3 replies, last updated by Kim Cooper June 23, 2005)

Beware of Mt Kailash buffet— formerly Potala, formerly Top of the world. It’s basically the same food as any midtown “gourmet deli” salad bar, but you pay something like $12 for all you can eat.... (84 replies, last updated by zemilideias November 8, 2009)

Not to mention two hours with an obsessed beer geek who also happens to be one of the best brewers in the world (he knows his cheeses too). Definitely good value, will return for any other events. (15 replies, last updated by Adrienne November 11, 2004)

Come on people, help me out here. Where are the best (gin) martinis in the world? So far my list includes: 1) Harry’s Bar, Venice 2) Forelini’s, NYC 3) The Princeton Club, NYC 4) The Graham Greene Martini; Hanoi, Vietnam,... (60 replies, last updated by rednyellow September 28, 2008)

For those of you who really enjoy a good piece of odoriferous cheese, have you ever tried Chinese stinky tofu? To me anyway, stinky tofu more often than not resembles a Vacherin style brie or a ripe camembert. Thoughts? (0 replies, last updated by ipsedixit December 27, 2008)

are killer, too). Paradise Pup’s burgers are AMAZING; the best “would-be-fast-food-if-the-line-wasn't-so-long” hamburger in the world. Too bad that their hours are so limited. I love this place and the people... (26 replies, last updated by Pemulis July 8, 2005)

we have a pal leaving to live overseas for a few years. he is a beer connoisseur, and loves brats and hot wings. he spent time in germany, and likes german and belgian food, in general. he likes belgian beers, especially. where... (15 replies, last updated by alkapal February 13, 2009)

Looking for a good place to have Xmas dinner at Disney world that has prime rib. Any ideas? (19 replies, last updated by Digger July 6, 2006)

, but for people who didn’t grow up eating them they taste like cardboard at best... My worst 'guide' experiences are sometimes the ‘recommended dishes’ feature on the press clips that you find in the restaurant.... (1 reply, last updated by welle March 21, 2006)

Is the Bay Area Chowhound guide available at any local bookstores (specifically in the East Bay)? (35 replies, last updated by felice May 20, 2005)

I know there have been a lot of pho threads on here, but I haven’t been helped by any of them. I am half-Vietnamese and therefore a pho snob. I would love your expert opinions on the best pho [pho bo or pho ga] in Manhattan.... (4 replies, last updated by Nghe November 15, 2007)

I think someone mentioned earlier that a guide to ordering at Breadline should be created, as it tends to be very hit-or-miss. So, I thought I’d give my own suggestions, and would love to hear what others think! Great:... (12 replies, last updated by 43xrt October 6, 2003)