. They looked like they were working at a fancy barbecue joint. They were also playing rock tunes while the lighting was dim, another strange juxtaposition. I have no problem with more casual places, but my very initial... (9 replies, last updated by Nancy S. January 25, 2005)

Looking for a fun place for a group of six that has round tables and good barbecue in central Chicago. Thanks (52 replies, last updated by doublesuited77 December 9, 2007)

of months ago we were notified in our association newsletter that a law has been enacted that prohibits the use of charcoal or propane barbecues on decks, balconies and patios with less than 10 feet of clearance from a... (41 replies, last updated by queencru May 6, 2009)

Nice is a relative term , I would call the Char Broil electric grill the “one that sucks the least”. The basic "patio caddie" is rated at 110V/1680 W and costs about $200. It does NOT get as hot as a basic built in... (12 replies, last updated by dysondc18 June 21, 2009)

I do hope to go there someday; sadly, my husband associates that particular restaurant with an unhappy personal experience, so he doesn’t go there. (10 replies, last updated by Lisa Williams September 1, 2005)

Barbecue method is of American origin, being associated with the legendary conquest of the West. The word probably comes from the Haiti-an barbacoa, meaning grill, but some attribute its origin to the French de la barbe a la que... (183 replies, last updated by Passadumkeg June 17, 2009)

, a tomato/fennel number with the kind of pale-pink, hard, flavorless freightcar tomatoes I associate with supermarkets in January. And they substituted dried tomatoes for fresh on the pizzetta without notice (probably a... (8 replies, last updated by MC Slim JB August 3, 2009)

A Voce is definitely not stuffy. The problem I found there is an insanely high noise level when the room is full. However, during the warm weather months, you can escape that by dining on their outdoor patio. I agree completely... (18 replies, last updated by batterypark June 23, 2007)

and the barbecued squid salad where the squid seems to always be perfectly cooked and tender. Love their carrot salad as well. This is still a great bargain place. Chez Papa is wonderful but now difficult to get into. The... (9 replies, last updated by bdl September 30, 2008)

on the walls, and an inviting patio out back. My multi-grain Belgian waffle came dusted with confectioners sugar; I topped it with fresh blueberries and strawberries. I might have wanted it with a crispier crust, but I think... (8 replies, last updated by Colunga August 2, 2005)

fried clams that I don’t see on the menu. They were really lightly done and very nice, maybe they’re a special. Also those arancini are really good and worth checking out, esp. now that the patio is open. (13 replies, last updated by winstont May 14, 2008)

— 25 charcoal briquettes (8 in a ring on the bottom, 17 scattered randomly on the lid) will give you 45 minutes at 350 degrees. I realize that these are nowhere near as fun as having a full blown open hearth in your... (20 replies, last updated by MagnumWino September 24, 2008)

/ˈbɑrbɪˌkyu/ Pronunciation Key – Show Spelled Pronunciation[bahr-bi-kyoo] Pronunciation Key – Show IPA Pronunciation noun, verb, -cued, -cu‧ing. –noun 1. pieces of beef, fowl, fish, or the like, roasted over an open... (303 replies, last updated by NoTrends October 17, 2009)

Dim Sum is fine. Not exactly like NY’s (but what is?) They serve it every day, but the selections are limited at night. Also, Toa Toa in Plantation has fine Dim Sum, and a good “regular” menu. Ditto with Hong... (18 replies, last updated by Lowbar March 10, 2007)

I have another one for you – Auberge of the Flowering Hearth. Yes, it has recipes, but it is a book that really inspired me when I started to cook, although I have only made a couple of things from it.... (90 replies, last updated by kjselner November 16, 2009)