I grew up in southern Ohio...It is surely "Pop". I live in south Florida now and very rarely hear the term . It is almost always “Soda”... (99 replies, last updated by James Cristinian July 27, 2009)

I’ve seen magnetic spice racks in upscale stores and have wanted to make my own. Check the Container Store (or its Web site) for differently shaped spice jars. The other option is for you to buy some strong magnets and glue... (4 replies, last updated by Curt August 7, 2003)

pyrex makes containers with lids that are great for this purpose... the lids have a vent that pops out, so that you can cook things covered, which is nice for things that spatter. i personally don’t like to nuke plastic, so... (21 replies, last updated by cfriday7 October 11, 2007)

having another one. So I went over to her house and threw away everything that contains partially hydrogenated oil – mostly ancient breakfast bars and cake mixes that are years past their expiration date. But I wasn’t... (20 replies, last updated by Emme March 15, 2009)

what’s happening is the oil isn’t at the right temperature for them to pop and you’re probably “cooking” and killing the kernels and that’s why only half are popping. Popcorn to pop contains... (6 replies, last updated by monku November 23, 2009)

medium-sized brown or white paper bag will do. Fold over the top a few times to contain an errant corn, and pop it on high until you hear gaps of silence in between popping lasting ~2 seconds, like with commercial microwave... (6 replies, last updated by operagirl July 24, 2008)

[Mods: I realize that technically this post might belong on the Cookware board, but since I’ve read so much talk about the Whirley-Pop on this board, I was thinking that I’d be more likely to get replies from people who use one... (2 replies, last updated by cheesehead in recovery March 31, 2007)

Was enjoying a beautiful Sunday afternoon on Asbury’s beaches and took a walk up to the boardwalk for a quick bite. Figured I’d try Pop's Garage, since I love Langosta so much. Sat at the counter and received prompt... (7 replies, last updated by joonjoon September 24, 2009)

of this can be stored in separate little containers and then tossed together. (2 replies, last updated by Candy May 24, 2007)

So while I do like popcorn poppers, I most often pop my own corn. People’s ooking methods can vary, as do their results. What are your favorite ways of making popcorn without the microwave and without the popper? What type... (51 replies, last updated by chocabot July 14, 2008)

Anyone know where I can find Elite Israeli chocolate? I’ve seen it some places but I’m looking for the chocolate with pop rocks in particular. I’m in the Chicago area and don’t have anyone in Israel at the... (35 replies, last updated by yaelaldrich February 9, 2009)

. If I’m crazy motivated, I freeze the stuff in containers, pop them out of the containers after it’s frozen solid, then vacuum seal in a Food Saver bag (and hopefully remember to label the bag). Depending on the... (14 replies, last updated by BobB January 31, 2009)

Due to the kind of water recommended for usage for a “supergreen” powder supplement mixtureI bought (from a radio infommercial!!), I have a question about how to clean the plastic gallon container used for the liquid.... (3 replies, last updated by FelafelBoy May 29, 2007)

On super short notice 2 tickets to the Presidents at the Pops landed in my lap this past Wednesday. Even tho I’m more at home at the Rathskeller than Symphony Hall it seemed like a good opportunity to take my girl out,... (1 reply, last updated by lotsapasta June 7, 2005)

looked great and the ambiance a bit more upbeat. I have heard good things about Pop Bistro. (6 replies, last updated by drjolt June 25, 2008)