to man. The Victorians thrived on such things. In today’s world, starting with a five piece place setting is pretty much the norm for flatware. In those times, twenty piece sterling silver place settings were not uncommon.... (137 replies, last updated by Stephanie Wong September 18, 2008)

When there isn’t a finger floating in it. I know the finger thing was a set up, but I can’t help but think of it whenever someone mentions Wendy’s chili. Not fair to Wendy’s, but just the same... (105 replies, last updated by EdwardAdams March 10, 2009)

Has anybody been to this new place on Broadway/Grand/Harrison/22nd St. intersection? If I don’t hear by tomorrow around 5, we’re going to get some to go. Would rather be chicken and have another hearty soul try it... (10 replies, last updated by Pat Darnell April 21, 2005)

I can’t believe no one mentioned Ichiro’s on 15th. It is the best sushi place in the EB. Price wise probably the best value in the Bay Area. I had their sushi combo for lunch I could not fini. It must have been more... (81 replies, last updated by singleguychef October 28, 2009)

at all. Now, before sitting down I had to do a little wandering… and as I passed the open kitchen, I was enveloped by the most wonderful smells. Herbs… baking… sauteing… It was a perfect way to set up the... (2 replies, last updated by elmomonster November 17, 2004)

and divide it into three equal pieces. Gently punch a piece down—you want to redistribute the yeast and the CO2 from the first rise, not totally flatten the dough. If you’re using marzipan, divide it into three pieces... (12 replies, last updated by buttertart December 19, 2008)

a baroque stencil onto it, and cut out all the little pieces in the stencil, which I affixed to the cake tiers with royal icing (homemade). The wedding was Saturday. Beautiful, tasted fabulous, but a LOT of work. (22 replies, last updated by Kagey September 28, 2006)

into the oven: http://www.flickr.com/photos/rhiashele/117016004/in/set72057594089302175/ Bake until the eggs are cooked to your liking. I believe I baked mine at 400 for about 1215 minutes, which cooked the whites but left the... (48 replies, last updated by foodrocks December 11, 2006)

There is a scene in the cult movie, The Wanderers, in which Terror Baldie, the humongous leader of the Fordham Baldies gang, stuffs an entire piece of pizza into his mouth in one bit. Wow! (238 replies, last updated by movierecipes November 23, 2009)

pieces for $11? Again, pricey, but good bar chow. I enjoyed the place – it is a charming setting - but I can see how it could get out of hand by the end of the evening... (14 replies, last updated by Bob Dobalina July 17, 2009)

No idea yet, but they told me last time I was there that they would try to stay in the same Lakeshore/Grand Ave Area and should be set up by late August. There’s a small announcement about the relocation on their Yelp page. (24 replies, last updated by Pollo November 6, 2009)

I second the nomination of Aquavit, and have a couple of others: Craft – certainly new and interesting, you can peruse the archives for the discussion this has generated Metrazur — I’ve found the food great, and... (9 replies, last updated by kirk wallace October 14, 2001)

-fixe for $29. http://www.fleurdeselnyc.com You might also want to check out the Chelsea Market, on 9th Av., b/t 15th & 16th Sts. Lots of good things to eat there. For example, the brownies at FatWitch are delicious, and... (7 replies, last updated by makecake April 19, 2007)

you a piece to taste. If you like it (the best pastrami is juicy and has some fat on it), tell him o.k., and he’ll make your sandwich. He’ll also give you some sour pickles. After he punches your ticket, you can... (5 replies, last updated by Schleckermaul October 6, 2004)

Water For Chocolate" should be cautioned – this film is a stomach-turner that’s definitely not for everyone. (Me, I loved it – any film that combines scenes of rotting meat with neo-baroque music is my kind of... (107 replies, last updated by Passadumkeg May 26, 2008)