The Gang of Four agrees that SIV’s review nailed it square: this joint cooks! The Chinese Guy, whom we trust to lead us through menus and discuss things in Cantonese with the waiters, was as floored by the menu as we were,... (1 reply, last updated by Ashlee April 13, 2005)

I am looking to travel abroad for a few months, beginning in late May or early June of 2009. I would really like to take some cooking classes on different cuisines, cooking techniques, and in different countries. I am considering... (0 replies, last updated by photographicality January 8, 2009)

I’m going to post this in the "International" section as well but thought I’d try here. Anyone have any experience with European cooking classes? I’m looking for one day classes in Tuscany, Provence and Spain... (0 replies, last updated by kja1 April 4, 2007)

Anyone have any experience with European cooking classes? I’m looking for one day classes in Tuscany, Provence and Spain (flexible on location). There are loads on the internet but I’m curious if anyone has any... (2 replies, last updated by kja1 April 4, 2007)

With the summer grilling season soon upon us, can anyone remind me of the recommended internal cooking temperatures for a variety of meats? I’m not talking the overly cautious guidelines by the FDA or meatpackers that... (5 replies, last updated by Tom Hall April 11, 2005)

quickly and within an hour or so, I had all the meals done, neatly packaged and labeled with cooking instructions. Kim also supplies the side dishes, for example, garlic bread, rice pilaf, green beans, etc (a friend commented... (6 replies, last updated by Chris VR January 6, 2008)

Homestyle: Boston Market/KooKooRoo/CA Chicken/ home meal replacement concept that took off 10 years ago Dessert Oriented: From Baskin Robbins to frozen yogurt, which started to soar 15 years ago Asian-themed: Panda Express/Pick-Up... (23 replies, last updated by torta basilica February 2, 2002)

I just had a dim sum lunch at New Concept today. Luckily we arrived there by 10:45am; it was packed by 11. Okay, here’s is a list of items we got: (ordered from most favorite to least). 1. BBQ pork bun – this is the... (5 replies, last updated by Jerome February 11, 2005)

.pasta was cold sitting naked on what appeared to be a soap plate .this is not haute cusine or an elegant setting.having cooked in italy any italian grandmother would slap there faces.cheap this is not and to add insult the small... (17 replies, last updated by RCC June 20, 2007)

for consistency, and then blend. 2) If using tough cuts of meat like short ribs or pork butt, it’d be best to slow cook it 1st and then add it to the sauce right? Because curry isn’t meant to be simmered for hours and... (13 replies, last updated by gordeaux August 9, 2008)

I partially made a slow cooked duck last night. Cooked for four hours at 275. I put it in the fridge and plan to fini tonight for an hour at 375. It looked and smelled amazing so far! I just want to make sure that this was a safe... (0 replies, last updated by Aimee February 11, 2006)

I partially made a slow cooked duck last night. Cooked for four hours at 275. I put it in the fridge and plan to fini tonight for an hour at 375. It looked and smelled amazing so far! I just want to make sure that this was a safe... (4 replies, last updated by Nyleve February 12, 2006)

We threw my parents a small retirement party on Jan 1 at New Concept and must say that I was extremely pleased with the dinner. We had a small room with two large tables and another small one (for the kids). Quick review of each... (0 replies, last updated by Macy U. January 3, 2006)

I don’t understand the concept. Take the pizza home and cook it. If I am going to do that, why not stop at any of the groceries, warehouse clubs or the like and pick up their uncooked pizza which is a fraction of the cost?... (27 replies, last updated by Patrincia March 15, 2008)

The buzz surrounding New Concept Chinese in Monterrey Park (culminating with last weeks Times Review) had become too much and I finally broke down and made a reservation for 5 for Friday night. Driving up from the OC on Friday... (6 replies, last updated by cantona April 1, 2005)