to procur fresh for himself regularly. AAA batteries and duct tape were high on his list of non-food items We packaged everything quite tightly so it wouldn’t shift in transit, tried to send as little glass as possible and... (16 replies, last updated by JeetJet March 7, 2008)

dishes, vegetarian dishes and asian dishes. Their sauces and dressings are yummy. They offer organic foods (packaged and produce). I find no fault with Trader Joe’s. (13 replies, last updated by N Tocus June 4, 2003)

Not exactly food packaging but packaging for food - Glad Cling wrap.... I practically tore the box in half tonight trying to cut some until I discovered that the cutting strip is attached to the flap part of the box that opens;... (94 replies, last updated by RShea78 November 30, 2008)

I noticed a few places are doing cheaper, "Stimulus Package" tails at the moment, Sonsie for example, has one for $5. Does anyone have any tips on some other places around Boston doing cheaper drink specials right now? thanks! (10 replies, last updated by yarm February 19, 2009)

I am stumped as to why supermarkets intentionally package their food so that it will go bad faster, sometimes right on the shelves. I’m talking about packaging potatoes in clear plastic, so they go green and sprout and... (6 replies, last updated by The Rogue April 8, 2002)

background history: http://www.anzacday.org.au/miscellaneous/bikkies.html Keep in mind that dessicated coconut is NOT the moist coconut you find in packages in the U.S. Look for dried dessicated coconut in the bulk food bins in... (13 replies, last updated by Miri1 July 27, 2009)

OK, I may be completely nuts. But here’s my dilemma. I’ve noticed a disturbing trend in the last several years for food to be packaged in foul-smelling plastic containers. And it really bugs me. I’m not talking... (6 replies, last updated by smartie July 18, 2009)

Ever since high school, my friend and I have been making cookies for all our local friends for Christmas. We typically make 10 different types of cookies over a two day period. The most difficult part has always been figuring out... (12 replies, last updated by Emme November 26, 2008)

You might try KohINoor foods on Gerrard in Little India. They have much of the packaged dishes, mostly the vegetarian ones. You might also try the Shah or India House canned versions of various curries. Some of them include meat.... (10 replies, last updated by embee May 12, 2009)

on, and on, and on...), but rather a change that keeps acrimony and snarkyness from sneaking into our otherwise rational and informative conversations. Something of the same kind needs to be done for mass-production, packaged... (32 replies, last updated by applehome October 23, 2008)

I don’t think there’s a specific name for them, they’re just called absorbent meat pads or absorbent packaging. Quick google search found this:... (4 replies, last updated by jboeke February 27, 2008)

i found these little indian food packages at rabba that are very exciting in principle (heat and eat – they’re not frozen, just in little pouches), but this particular pouch had squeaky chunks of paneer and a sauce... (7 replies, last updated by KSS September 27, 2005)

I have been noticing lately how hideous many (especially “new”) food and drink packagings have become. The new Sierra Mist soda can is a case in point — who pronounced that jumbled green and yellow monstrosity a... (23 replies, last updated by LisaM February 4, 2003)

't have any refrigeration. We also had chilled white wines with dinner while our friends brought in only red, and it is quite hot now. Usually you can count on the lake for preserving and cooling some things, but not right now! We... (24 replies, last updated by MiriamOttawa August 9, 2009)

certain wines would compliment it. He gave me a choice of about 4 different wines. You would really appreciate this guy’s superb knowledge of food AND wine. Not really surprising considering his background but oh, such a... (43 replies, last updated by honkman June 21, 2009)