Ahh, the gourmet food wars: Zabar’s vs. Citarella’s; Grace’s vs. A & V’s, etc. In your opinions, what are the best markets in the city? Also, which foods in the respective places are truly outstanding?... (7 replies, last updated by emgoodman January 26, 2007)

I’m trying to find a couple cool food stores in the Chicago area to visit on a day off. Nothing in particular, just something a little different, mahybe wild game, specialty ethinic, or whatever you’ve found... (10 replies, last updated by Michael LaRue December 18, 2005)

I find that many small cities have certain foods peculiar to them, if not too well-known elsewhere. I don’t mean obvious things like the New York bagel, London Fish and Chips, or Athenian Gyros. For example, there is... (64 replies, last updated by Panini Guy January 22, 2008)

CONVIVIUM is wonderful. The romantic, European wine cellar setting, the excellent food and fine service make it a memorable dining experience. The first course salads are unusually good. The pasta dishes are heavenly. The half... (7 replies, last updated by Fleur October 13, 2006)

regional specialties in these cities that shouldn’t be missed? Or can I find good regional Italian food in pretty much any city? I’m looking for stuff like "Rome is best known for their pizza so you should make sure... (2 replies, last updated by bropaul May 23, 2007)

for Auberge du Pommier, rent yourself a car and drive out to the wine country in Niagara and have yourself some fine food and Ontario wine pairing experience! The restaurants at Peller Estates Winery or Hillebrand Vineyard are... (40 replies, last updated by downpressor June 10, 2008)

Wondering if anyone has suggestions for interesting specialty markets in and around Boston (or Massachusetts). I’m a little bored with Asian markets and want to branch out into the rest of the world. I just can’t... (15 replies, last updated by C. Fox May 9, 2003)

the Rhododenron Cafe mentioned in the previous post, is a great specialty food store, Slough Foods, with a nice selection of wines, cheeses,interesting deli meats. Right next door is an excellent bread bakery, never can remember... (15 replies, last updated by bakuninhong April 10, 2008)

I am looking for any suggestions for mail order specialty food items to be sent to other “foodies” as Christmas gifts. I have checked out William Sonoma & the giant caramel apple looks promising, has anyone tried... (34 replies, last updated by javaandjazz August 4, 2008)

and Hwy 13 has a fine selection of Italian cheeses and a good Italian wine shop. The cheese department at Whole Foods Market in St. Paul is first rate. Thomas Liquor and Solo Vino in St. Paul are nice wine shops, as is Hennepin... (4 replies, last updated by Harris July 16, 2005)

Spices and specialty foods http://www.yelp.com/biz/christinas-spice-and-specialty-foods-cambridge (10 replies, last updated by typhoonfish September 17, 2009)

Does anyone know of any really good specialty markets in Worcester County? I’m thinking of places where we might be able to get really great, thinly sliced Italian deli meats and cheeses; hard-to-find spices and cooking... (5 replies, last updated by Doug Mc. November 15, 2006)

Am visiting BC for the first time, and need my fix of the great food I’ve been hearing about (and reading about on this board)! I will be staying on Robson (3N), have no car. Will then pick up a car and go on to Vancouver... (15 replies, last updated by fmed September 29, 2009)

If Chevy Chase Wine and Liquors, at 5544 Connecticut Avenue NW in the District just south of Chevy Chase Circle doesn’t have it, I don’t think anyone will. They’re very helpful and have the best beer selection... (10 replies, last updated by flavrmeistr October 15, 2005)

Hi. I’m going to be in LA over the weekend – staying in West Hollywood – and I am 95% sure that I will have some time available for a little shopping excursion on Saturday. I’d love to find some little... (7 replies, last updated by wutzizname February 14, 2008)