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Food Safety Question
This might be a dumb/OCD question, so bear with me:
This summer was really hot in my apartment. I have a ton of canned ingredients (curry paste, chipotle in adobo, chicken stock, etc.) that definitely sat in over 90 degree heat for about a month or so. Is it safe to consume this food?
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Curry laksa, curry mee, la sa ga, or khao poon??
So today, the NY Times posted this:
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/01/07/dining/07laksa.html?_r=1
Now I am craving such soups. Help a gal out Chowhounders--where in Los Angeles can I find such delicious concoctions?
24 Hours in S.F.
Hey fellow Chowhounds:
I will be in San Francisco for 24 hours in December for my friend's birthday. I've never been to S.F. before and I know your city is known for it's ridiculously amazing food and I'm looking for some suggestions. I will be staying in Union Square and taking public transportation, so anything in that neighborhood or easily accessible by train would be preferable. I am looking for:
1) A kickin breakfast joint
2) A badass lunch spot
3) An OUTSTANDING place to get dinner. Maybe something with a tasting menu....I am taking a serious foodie I'm open to any kind of dining experience as long as it promises to be memorable and exciting.
Thanks!
Voracious Eater
The Best Restaurants on the West Side??
Hey eaters:
I am having a bit of a restaurant crisis and am hoping some of you might be able to help. I just started dating a fellow who lives in Santa Monica and thus far we have gone to some pretty great meals at Father's Office, Musha, Tender Greens, and that BBQ joint in Venice. However, we seem to be running out of affordable and most importantly, tasty options. Are there any great places we have overlooked? Something tells me yes..... We are both fairly adventurous eaters--all suggestions welcome!
Foodie Films in LA
Hey guys:
Not sure how many of my fellow foodies are also film fans, but every Friday this month, the Silent Movie Theatre (on Fairfax off Melrose), will be showing a series of food films made by the documentarian, Les Blank. Their lineup includes movies about beer, garlic, cajun food, and tea as well. I think some kinds of food samples will also be served there on these nights. I believe the schedule is up on their website--www.cinefamily.org. Maybe I'll see some Chowhounds there??
Jamon Iberico at Surfas
Whoops--you're absolutely right. I think it's the bellota paleta that they have--I heard the word bellota and got way to excited. Good catch.
Jamon Iberico at Surfas
They have the Iberico and also Bellota at Cube (Melrose and LaBrea)--they cut to order too, which is handy.
Best whole bean, organic, fair trade certified coffee in Philly?
Latte Lounge up in Northern LIberties always has fair trade coffee and it's fabulous. I don't think they sell beans, but the Almanac Market, a local/organic market, just down the street from the Latte Lounge (4th and Poplar) sells bags of beans.
Salad nicoise in Philly?
I have been craving a good salad nicoise. Any recommendations in Philly?
Spanish Food/Groceries in Philadelphia...
There's a market called Quince on 2nd and Girard that I've heard carries some Spanish products. Their website also reiterates this fact. However, I'm not sure how complete the selection is as I've yet to visit....I miss real jamon serrano!
Supper--Has it Opened Yet
Does anyone know if this restaurant has opened yet? It's supposedly taking over the old Vespa store on South Street. I'd check it out myself, but I'm very rarely in South Philly and can't find much info on the internet about it. Maybe some Chowhounds have the inside scoop?
Opening Restaurants
Does anyone know of a site that gives opening dates for new restaurants--such as dates for soft openings etc.?
New Orleans hound in Philly
I swear by Tria, which has wonderful and inexpensive food and imaginative beer, wine, and cheese menus. Burgers at the Good Dog for sure.
Tiffin: Indian Cuisine in Philly
Tiffin is located around the corner from my house, and as one might imagine, it's become my default takeout place. However, even if it was much further, it would still be number one on the list. The food is always great. The one thing I'd recommend across the board is the peshawari nan, which is nan stuffed with dried fruit and nuts. It's absolutely delicious. Be forewarned: it usually takes about 45 minutes for delivery. All the delivery people wear suits, or at least some sort of business casual when delivering, which I find to be a very sweet touch.
Looking for NEW, GOOD, medium sized (100 - 250 seats) non-byob, non-chain, non-"Star" Resto in Philadelphia (besides Osteria)
Amada is fabulous, but not new. Not sure how much it seats, but definitely not a chain, good drinks, and great food. James on 8th is great, but small. Xochitl, also very good but smallish. Love their iced beer and a huge tequila selection. Ansill has amazing desert and a wonderful wine list.
Just moved to S. Philadelphia - good Mexican?
El Jarrocho is great. I like La Lupe and have never had a negative experience there. La Veracruzana is a big favorite--their Mar y Tierra is often brilliant. A pricier option is Cantina los Caballitos, which has good goat tacos and blood orange margaritas.
Pancakes in Philly
I despise Sabrina's for a multitude of reasons, but I always have to grudgingly admit that their whole wheat blueberry pancakes are delicious. My all-time favorites are the mixed berry pancakes from Honey's.
DC Hound has 3 Specific Philly Questions
1. In terms of eating, James and Vetri are two of my favorites, but I'm not sure they serve lunch. Amada is a great option and has some lovely lunch specials that combine soup and a sandwich and they have the best sangria. However, if you have a dog, they might not be able to accommodate you (though I might be wrong about that). Another wonderful option is Tria, which has outdoor seating, is close to Rittenhouse Square, won't break the bank, has fabulous food and an even better beer and wine list.
2. Tony Luke's all the way.
Visiting Philly with family..need suggestions
In terms of dinner, I would say go to Chinatown. Restaurants there tend to be tasty and reasonably priced. Check out Banana Leaf, Lee How Fook, Lakeside Chinese Deli, and the Sang Kee Duck House. Definitely try Reading Terminal Market for lunch, but be prepared to brave the crowds. I've heard the Please Touch Museum is a great place to bring kids.
Mr. Martino's Trattoria
I must have gone on an off night. My boyfriend and I went about a year ago. The decor was great and it had an great vibe and we were more than ready to make it our new favorite place. That is, until the food arrived. I got a pasta dish with calamari and broccoli rabe and it was inedible. I rarely send food back, but I had to. The calamari was horrifying--mealy and off-tasting. I ran it by my boyfriend who used to cook in restaurants thinking maybe he had some kind of extra calamari knowledge that I didn't and he agreed it tasted rancid. I told our waitress who then proceeded to inform me that I must never have eaten calamari before I clearly didn't understand the subtleties. Grrr...
Moderate dinner in center city
Beau Monde is a great idea for crepes. They have a good selection of sweet and savory crepes, so it makes a good option for breakfast or lunch. I've never been to Chloe, but I had a meal at Pumpkin perhaps 1.5 years ago and I have no idea how it is now, but I thought my meal was rather fabulous. There are many good, moderately priced places to eat in Philly. Perhaps expand your search to include Dimitri's (fabulous, simply prepared seafood)....
Moving to South Philadelphia, Need Reccs
Mexican: Veracruzana, La Lupe, and El Jarocho. Not sure about the breadth of vegetarian items, but there are surely a few options.
Vietnamese/Laotian/Thai: Nam Phuong, Cafe de Laos, Hello Cafe, Cafe Nhuy (amazing veggie hoagies--CHEAP). You can't go wrong with any of these places.
Bread at Artisan Boulanger. The owner is great, his kids work the cash register sometimes, and the almond pastries are divine.
Morning Glory Diner, Carman's Country Kitchen for brunch.
Coffee: Benna's Cafe. Regulars about and it's a great way to meet neighbors.
High end dining: James Restuarant (good god), Ansill, Pif, Tre Scalini
Yummy Food in Philly
Breakfast: Honey's Sit n' Eat or Morning Glory Diner. Both excellent. Both require a wait unless you are early risers. Lunch: El Jarocho or Veracruzana in South Philly serve up some great Mexican food.
