OK, here’s a wacko and obscure question: What wines were served in the White House (for state dinners, etc.) between 1970 and 1992 – that is, under the presidents Bush the elder (George Herbert Walker), Reagan, Carter... (24 replies, last updated by ChefJune April 11, 2009)

hmmm weird.. because when they were renovating they had us order from president two for delivery (15 replies, last updated by Ernie October 3, 2006)

Pasadena is hardly the most fertile stomping ground for good Thai cuisine, but President Thai on Rosemead Blvd. is definitely worth a trip. The ambiance adds to the overall flavor – designed to look like a Thai temple of... (18 replies, last updated by gdtobme November 11, 2008)

- but the waitress said it was just the fried fish salad. We ordered everything 5 on a scale of 1-10, where they said 3 was a medium. 5 was a tad hot for us - should have stuck to 3. This was really good. Pillowy whitefish in a... (0 replies, last updated by Suvro January 24, 2005)

I saw that knife – the Ikea one that is. VG24 steel, Damascus ‘pattern’. Good edge. I think I would go for that one. But then again, I like Shun knives. I cannot compare the MAC – I have never used one.... (16 replies, last updated by jayt90 October 22, 2009)

"I wonder if this is too good to be true." We’ll never know, unless you give us more information... (3 replies, last updated by neighborguy October 11, 2007)

for the table, before tip. Saturday we met two friends for a 7:20 flick at the Playhouse Seven in Pasadena, so we had to find a place open after 9:30...and it had to be veggie-friendly. As we had not been to President Thai on... (3 replies, last updated by ipse dixit November 7, 2005)

, sour cream, and salad. I did not try the chicken burrito but hear it was similarly good. The owner is incredibly friendly, and gave us a plate of flan gratis to top off the meal. We had also ordered chicken enchiladas and a... (0 replies, last updated by Bookistan October 27, 2009)

, beneath a too-small umbrella, but we finally burst through the mahogany and glass front door of Dobson’s Bar & Restaurant on Broadway Circle. We were met by the proprietor, Paul Dobson, who thanked us profusely for... (3 replies, last updated by auntielo May 10, 2009)

National Geographic Channel ran a show last night called “On Board Air Force One”. The show ended with scenes of President Elect Obama’s flight from Chicago to Washington for the inauguration (so technically it... (19 replies, last updated by Veggo January 28, 2009)

By Saturday afternoon the entire neighborhood of Park Slope was plastered with menus for Star of India, the new Indian restaurant on 5th ave. bet Carroll and President). My girlfriend, her mother, and I, decided to give it a try.... (2 replies, last updated by alwayshungry May 12, 2003)

noodle soup? Whatever it is, you just know you want it. Well, if you happen to be in the Eastside, I suggest you check out the President Square Food Court in Arcadia. Inside, there are 7 different food stalls to choose from. If... (3 replies, last updated by africanizedkiller October 5, 2007)

There’s an absolutely superb line of house brand of food products from Canada’s Loblaw’s supermarket, that D’Agostino’s used to carry. Where can I find: President's Choice Decadent Chocolate Chip... (8 replies, last updated by Elizabeth July 10, 2004)

Just to let you know the pain of being on the other side – I’m a US-ian with Canadian relatives, and I’m craving Canada-only groceries: President's Choice Thai Rice Crisps, Fudgee-O’s cookies, butter... (43 replies, last updated by Ruth Lafler October 8, 2007)

Our new President like to eat well. How long before this one will be rescinded? any guesses? Yes, we now have great American blue cheeses, but, imho, nothing that is as ethereal as Roquefort. (47 replies, last updated by MakingSense February 5, 2009)