that much chicken, but i have figured out when they prepare it, and take early lunches to get the good stuff when i get the craving. it’s pretty amazing how well (and how cheaply) you can feed yourself at the local...

of their crunch). There may be better quesadillas in Chicago but I haven’t had them. They are a steal at $2.76 each. They also feature huaraches (thick, sandal-shaped masa patties) with a variety of toppings. We tried one...

and it is a fun theatre district restaurant. Any opinions? Some of the things NYC does well that you can’t get in SF are Jewish Deli, Italian/Pizza, Eastern European bakeries and brunch. New Yorkers put out a nice weekend...

not counter service and somewhere that I can at least get a beer. It could be anywhere from traditional (Matt’s El Rancho) to something more eclectic. My wife and I are moving to Austin the last week in March and I am already...

, quinoa, and so on. Really silly, but they taste like a crispier version of Chex, halfway between the wheat and corn varieties. They don’t get soggy, they’re just a little sweet, and they satisfy the occasional...

Diner where I am assured of a seat, and can always come up with the cost of the meal, puts the cherry on top of my sundae. See you all at the keyboard again real soon.

that glistening look of freshness that I expect from a first-rate purveyor, even on a Sunday. Likewise, I found the ethnic sections paltry: You can find more “Mexican” goods at Shoppers Food warehouse, although I was...

you can get horchatas and even menudo. I am still amused that you can pick up menudo at a drive thru. I am still contemplating if the fries covered with cheese, guacamole and carne asada will kill me if I order it. About 75 miles...

Hi Kendra: Can you tell me a little more about Yama’s? Is it hugely expensive? I’m afraid Tabla is going to break my bank. Also more please about Friend of a Farmer. Never heard of that. My daughter eats at Verbena a...

of the box, I can always make something interesting out of that.

(Loire Valley, France) – This blend from a special selection of extra-ripe and concentrated fruit can be made only in the best of the best vintages to create a dry Chenin Blanc wine of uncommon richness. Pineapple,...

Yes, it’s young, but very drinkable. I am sure you can appreciate that the older Gaja Barbaresco’s get much more pricy very quickly.

Thanks much for the first mouth report! I really enjoyed Chef Luce’s cooking at Merenda. Again, pricey but well-executed with his own modern style. Can't wait to try his new place. Press 587 Highway 29 next door to Dean &...

. If I lived nearer, I would go there all the time. Cow’s End, in Venice, on Washington at the beach. Used to be better, than the owner tried to hippify the top floor and put in hard chairs and silver paint in the back room....

I usually cook in a plain t-shirt and jeans or shorts. I usually only wear an apron when I’ve got company and I’m doing the last bit of cooking before we can eat. Come to think of it, I always change when I’m...