I know times have changed since the 50s, 60s and 70s in these days of stricter kashrut, politicized certifications, and stringencies overall in kashrut, so I was just curious if we can get a discussion going about the various... (9 replies, last updated by CT Kosher Ben Noach December 28, 2004)

throw it in the cart. It is so much easier than going back the sunday before the event and just staring at all the empty shelves. - Israeli versus American Matzah – No brainer, go with the Israeli. - “They Like... (158 replies, last updated by Chew on That April 18, 2008)

of things happen in kitchens (including my own I daresay) but I don’t want to SEE bad practices when I am going to eat there. (80 replies, last updated by taos October 10, 2009)

Rinconcito de Mama - new, dominican restaurant. steam tables. cheap and clean Lincoln Ave Deli – Great latin american steam tables. different menu every day. Ottomanelli – butcher shop Thailand’s Center Point... (84 replies, last updated by zemilideias November 8, 2009)

My friend is going to Paris in April, and she would like to know where to get the best croissants, the best chocolates, the best of everything. Does anyone know of a reliable “gourmet” guide to Paris?? Any help would... (13 replies, last updated by ChefJune February 18, 2007)

it up for later soups or stir-fries and practice on another one. Make broth out of the bones before you toss the carcass (concentrate it if you don’t have the freezer space). However, if you’re going to plate in the... (41 replies, last updated by LJS November 19, 2009)

My original post was "where I can I practice my French with native speakers?" Every time I’ve been to the new Cafe de la Presse, the cafe waiters were non-French-speaking Chinese and the restaurant waiters were... (24 replies, last updated by Sixy July 25, 2006)

Have any chowhounds tried this restaurant? Reactions? Thanks! (1 reply, last updated by Rod Williams October 22, 2005)

My God. I can’t believe it. I’ve been dreaming about this for a very long time. The date has finally arrived and I get to experience FL tonight. I am practically beside myself with anticipation. Though I truly love... (10 replies, last updated by trixare4kids November 29, 2007)

't a dating service. But I truly recommend that people make the effort, here or elsewhere, to find guides when trying new foods. (1 reply, last updated by welle March 21, 2006)

Hi, we are an Aussie family hosting christmas this year for a few friends. I would like to have an american theme(whatever that is.) I’m considering doing a baked ham in coca-cola(which a friend assures me is fabulous and... (32 replies, last updated by Aromatherapy December 23, 2004)

other parts of China, from Hunan to Sichuan and beyond. It’s as if we found an entirely new bunch of countries with unique cuisines starting in the 1960’s and 70’s. Of course, this "new" cuisine has become... (165 replies, last updated by hungryungry March 10, 2009)

This question is part of the title of another thread concerning the use of cilantro in salsa. I didnt want to hijack the thread by posting this there, so I decided to start a new one. What i’m wondering is, just when did... (148 replies, last updated by Mr Taster February 27, 2009)

The original Flo’s is only open at lunchtime, ca 11AM to 3 PM, and closed Wednesdays. For more upscale Portsmouth food, I’d recommend the Black Trumpet (New American) or Pesce Blue (Italian seafood). Good breakfasts... (35 replies, last updated by nervousEATER October 6, 2007)

Tyler Cowen has published a new edition of his guide (the 15th, dated Feb 2004). Unlike the last several, this one appears to actually be fairly thoroughly updated. The commentary at the top is basically re-written, and is even... (22 replies, last updated by Bonz February 25, 2004)