The table is set, the pie is out on the porch as is the maple red wine vinegar spice sauce for the celery root soup and curiously since I used TJ’s grade B maple syrup is not mapley in flavor but tasty (and the first batch... (15 replies, last updated by LindaMc November 24, 2005)

and perfect. I love using my antiques sometimes and having all different setting with unique plates and flatware, it add some unique fun. I do the standard table but I always add lots of candles, flowers, color to make it feel... (11 replies, last updated by thew June 6, 2009)

I keep seeing pictures everywhere of beautifully prepared and plated food, and then the table is set wrong! In magazines, on TV, on the web, all over the place and it’s happening more and more lately. Does this bug anyone else?... (137 replies, last updated by Stephanie Wong September 18, 2008)

was “where are you going to put the food?”. In addition, realizing that I am an heiress in a poor person’s body, how on earth can people afford all these different china, sets, table linens and so on...don''t... (1 reply, last updated by Steady Habits December 20, 2008)

They said we would have the table for up to 1 1/2 hours, as they have another reservation following us. When I hesitated they said that was standard, given they are a small restaurant. I appreciate being told the terms in... (6 replies, last updated by uwsgrazer October 9, 2009)

sure thing, jsfein. The cowboy steak was a monstrous piece of beef, marinated and slathered with onion rings, set atop a bed of mushrooms. All at the table expressed approval. The coffee steak was encrusted with espresso and... (27 replies, last updated by bgut1 February 23, 2009)

If you want a truly private table, book the “snug” at Southern Accent. It’s a table for two completely curtained off from the rest of the tables in red velvet. Only the wait staff will see you. Not recommended... (2 replies, last updated by xtal March 15, 2006)

Does anyone have any good recommendations for places that have New Years set dinner? I guess it doesn’t have to be set dinner, but it would be nice that the resturant opens till midnight. I just hope it’s not too late... (2 replies, last updated by Ninja December 9, 2003)

Had a business lunch (table of 4) at Eleven Madison Park for in final days of restaurant week. The place was packed, yet ths staff had a complete handle on the flow from entrance to exit. The menu was well balanced in selection... (0 replies, last updated by Mike Big H February 5, 2004)

Hi all. Can anyone recommend a few good restaurants and price for set lunches in London. I’m trying to come up with an alternative to Galvin. Preferably at the french end of things, no fish heavy places though. Thanks (4 replies, last updated by Candy March 14, 2006)

Where can I go, in Northern Virginia or D.C., to get bibimbap and other Korean comfort food in a pay-at-the-counter, take-out-or-take-a-table, almost fast-food environment? (5 replies, last updated by takajin May 14, 2008)

for a similar type of place (decent apps, good pizza and wine/beer available in a restaurant setting rather than walk up slice place). I have also heard good things about Posto, but have never been. It would be great if it we... (11 replies, last updated by shari May 20, 2006)

Lucky Me – time to Register! I am thinking William Sonoma for kitchen goods and was checking out these knives: Wüsthof Classic Ikon 10-Piece Knife Block Set... (31 replies, last updated by keith2000 October 13, 2009)

and commute into the Bronx via Manhattan by LIRR/subway to see the games. I’m looking for a nice place to go to dinner that has a really casual setting (we will most likely be in shorts and Yankee gear). We’re fairly... (3 replies, last updated by Lanky September 2, 2004)

Does anyone have any recommendations for restaurants that are in a pretty garden setting (either in a garden or a garden patio)? I’m open to different types of cusine as long as the food is good. Right now, I’m... (13 replies, last updated by greco January 28, 2005)