Of late I have taken to honing my knives on the smooth rounded edge of my granite counters. It seems to work just as well as a sharpener. Any reason I should desist from this practice? (8 replies, last updated by Paulustrious October 7, 2009)

I just moved to NYC and I want to buy Argentine products! I need yerba mate, tapas de empanadas (empanadas dough), facturas (pastries), dulce de leche, etc. If anybody knows where I can get these products please reply. Thanks (3 replies, last updated by buttertart August 27, 2009)

), dairy, eggs and tofu (or soy products). I’m vegetarian, so no meat, necessary – though you’re welcome to discuss that amongst yourselves. I know the Sobey’s near me (on Dupont) has some local hothouse... (45 replies, last updated by MiriamOttawa July 9, 2009)

I’m writing to ask whether anyone has any of the Prepara products. I got the most recent Sur La Table catalog and was intrigued by the “Power Plant” products in it. I went to Prepara’s website and found... (3 replies, last updated by global_dev February 15, 2009)

of cooking for my family as well. But, I wonder if you have one or two “secret” shortcut products that you rely on. I rely on several premade products, even as I eschew mixes and premade entrees. Here are products you... (3 replies, last updated by meatn3 November 5, 2007)

does anybody know where to go and buy filipino products, like from frozen fish to pastries and other products that would remind us of home. I’m new here in town so maybe some one can help me. please i’m craving for a... (3 replies, last updated by Yummy Stuff September 18, 2007)

Where can one buy mastic products, e.g. candy, liquor, oil, etc. in New England, more specifically Boston/Cambridge if possible? TIA. (1 reply, last updated by formerly grueldelux September 30, 2004)

Does anyone know what items are good to order from Comeaux.com? Their Cajun Creole Seasoning is supposed to be good...what about the crawfish tails? Sausage? Pies? I want to have a Cajun Christmas this year. Thanks!!!!!!!! (1 reply, last updated by Heather November 6, 2005)

The associated supermarket on Amsterdam and 97th street has a large ( but strange ) selection of Israeli products... they have spices, pickles, cookies, canned beans...and on the weirder end – osem cornflakes (for $7),... (0 replies, last updated by sarah May 14, 2004)

Looking for some Asian products that are kosher. Where can I get Vietnamese rice paper? (I used to get them from France and Israel, but it would be more practical to get a local supplier). Also coconut milk? Does it need a... (4 replies, last updated by Sari August 8, 2004)

it seems like polarica’s name has come up fairly frequently of late when people are looking for specialty items so i thought i’d do a quick list of their available products. the list is exhaustive so i won’t... (1 reply, last updated by Peter Yee February 3, 2002)

It’s a rising product, of course, but not one for breads, but rather for soft (morbido) doughs like sponge cake and cookies. It may well be a baking powder/soda, vanillin-flavored, rather than a true yeast. (7 replies, last updated by Maria F. December 4, 2003)

Grand Union Rt 59 in West Nyack. You might want to give them a call at (518)398-6455 to find the store closest to you that carries their products. (5 replies, last updated by tom August 31, 2001)

Does anyone know where I can buy canned foie gras and truffle products. Since they are easily found in France, I figured someone would have taken the initiative to import them. Preferably San Francisco, but any info about these... (5 replies, last updated by Esiole January 3, 2009)

according to the company’s website, the only retail availability is in Northern California...but you can order/buy directly from the site. http://www.perfectpuree.com/index.php/Information/retail-locations.html... (3 replies, last updated by goodhealthgourmet November 22, 2009)