& breakfast, writing about food (yeah!) or conducting food based tours – but I am getting frightened that this is way outside the realm of practical (maybe it’s just the voice of my mom – God rest her soul... (43 replies, last updated by stellamystar August 24, 2007)

That’s what I’m looking for — I’ve also heard that Minor makes a good lobster base. I’ve called around to gourmet/specialty stores including Dean and Deluca, Whole Foods, Rodman’s, and... (4 replies, last updated by grayum October 13, 2009)

sure they will be quite busy. I think SML will be very nice for a relaxed trip. The food tends to be simple, traditional preparations, done very well. (38 replies, last updated by zerlina June 21, 2009)

We’ll be in NO July 17-23rd for a convention and this is what we have planned so far based on all the recommendations on this board. Appreciate the help! Thursday when we arrive: Cafe du Monde Acme Oyster House Friday: Lunch at... (28 replies, last updated by the queen June 11, 2008)

Check out this website for all Mass foodoriented businesses registered with the State Dept. of Food and Agriculture- it also lists farmers' markets, pick your owns, etc. Link: http://www.state.ma.us/dfa/massgrown/index.htm (1 reply, last updated by Erika April 23, 2003)

to solemn non-Chinese American foodies, I’ll dine at A nine times out of ten even if the food at B is slightly better. Likewise a mournful empty dining hall will seldom claim my attention just as, given the choice, I prefer... (6 replies, last updated by ccbweb April 23, 2007)

Summer is coming and once again, my husband and I are planning our trips, mostly based on what food/local cuisine we are interested in experiencing...with a little bit of sunshine/art & culture thrown in. Our plan this summer is... (10 replies, last updated by Smorgasbord June 9, 2009)

Where would you go? We’ll be in Seattle end of May 2 nights (near Pike Place) and have 1 add. night to go anywhere within 2/3 hours of Seattle. Love Washington and have been several times. Want to drive to an interesting... (26 replies, last updated by nseattlefoodie May 7, 2008)

Basque country. I need to figure out where to go between Andalucia and Basque country, and since the most important thing to me is the food, which would you choose? Please keep in mind, though, that I’ll be traveling solo... (1 reply, last updated by ekomega August 25, 2007)

The other night, I went to Frida, on Beverly Drive in Beverly Hills. Overall, the food was very good (nouveau Mexican). Pricewise, it was significantly higher than a similar quality and atmospher Mexican restaurant would be... (3 replies, last updated by ishmael March 3, 2007)

Does anyone know of a COMPREHENSIVE list of retail kosher food products that includes a combined list of foods from the various agencies that give a hechsher? Further, do you think such a list is worth while? Thank you, n kabak (0 replies, last updated by n kabak January 16, 2006)

This is probably a Not About Food discussion, but you’ve hit on an interesting question. Figure it out, and you’ll have a profitable consulting business. In my experience (as a former industry person, but mainly as a... (1 reply, last updated by MC Slim JB July 24, 2006)

Hello fellow posters, I am newish to posting, so please be kind. I am kicking around the idea of starting a VERY small home- based food business, specializing in homemade, simple, tasty sauces. I have lots of experience in the... (5 replies, last updated by miki November 21, 2009)

The Maisonette has been ranked 5 star for over 35 consecutive years – no other restaurant in the country is even close to that record. It’s not cheap, but you’ll never feel overcharged based on food quality,... (14 replies, last updated by Eric January 18, 2004)

Curiosity has gotten the best of me, so I ask you, chowhounds: Where in the greater Boston area would you live if your only criteria were what food/markets were nearby? Disclaimer: Please don’t use the "everything in Boston... (47 replies, last updated by ginafly August 17, 2007)