Looking for something in that general area, not costly, with alittle holiday spirit. 2 of us are foodies while the others are not. I know its touristy but is food better than decent?

Hi! I’ll be flying from DC to visit my boyfriend in Chicago next week, and we have ONE night (Friday) to dress up and celebrate our time together. We’re both young professionals, so money does matter, but we are also...

I’m planning to make cornbread to go with some cajun food I’m making this weekend, but I’ve never made cornbread before. I don’t want to make the namby-pamby yankee stuff – I want the real deal. So i...

I will start the discussion as to where are all the good honest cooking places in Newport and why places like The Bay Area, New York and even L.A have great owner operated/chef operated restaurants and we do not. I think he makes...

lapse the lack of food leadership with La Richel. I do pick up an occasional issue if something interests me. Was a reader from my parents subcription late 50’s sad the way it is going.

that doughnut, steaming hot and impeccably crispy. And you’re going to realize that wonderful realization which all us chowhounds love more than anything: that any food can be great if it’s made with care, talent, and...

A study confirms that a healthier diet leads to better academic performance.

Ladygoat of the blog Foodgoat doesn’t think Morbier cheese is tasty enough to be “worth” its putrid smell—and some commenters seem to think that calls her true chowhound status into question.

Does eating a local and sustainable diet chain women to their kitchens?

In my experience, the “Use By” date is indeed the same as the “Cook By” date. And honestly there’s a little room there, too. But cooking meat when it is as fresh as possible will yield the best...

Has anyone heard anything about the Whole Foods/Wild Oats store that is supposed to open on the Post Road? It does not look like they have made any progress on the store in months.

I’ve been going to Nasr Foods for years and feel it is one of the best middle eastern food stores in Ontario. Their pitas a fresh, their pickles are like homemade, and the variety of products is outstanding. If you need a...

Okay, we’ve debated Thai – let’s go to my other love – Mexican food. I’m from south Texas, so obviously this is of great importance to me. So far, the best I’ve encountered is Rosa Mexicano...

I enjoy giving (and receiving homemade food gifts) as well. I’ve made and/or received: salsa, hot mustard, pepper jelly, bourbon balls, peppermint bark, pretzels dipped in chocolate (then rolled in nuts), biscotti, cookies...

Mexican food is one area where New Orleans is very weak. For truly Mexican food, the only place I know that’s any good at all is Taquero/Coyoacan on St. Charles. It is truly Mexican dining. Tacos and other less expensive...