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where to go eat ...on Thanksgiving day?
SF chowhounder visiting Hawaii honolulu for the first time, what are some of the places worth checking out, love island and beach, perhaps a traditional hawaiian cuisine, but more importantly great tasting foods and a taste of the hawaiian culture. will be in town for 8 days-
what to see, to eat and definitely want to try surfing too....thanks,
Taipei, artisan bakeries...bread...pastry?
thanks, KK, I will check it out/ I am also on a mission to track down the three pastry and Taiwanese bakers that brought home silver medal from the world
pastry and bread competition in Paris.
there is also a number of popular local bakeries such as 85 degrees bakery among others that are gaining presence in taiwan.
Taipei, artisan bakeries...bread...pastry?
heard great things about the baking and pastry chefs that have recently competed in France for the bread and pastry competition, I believe they took home 2nd place.
I plan to visit artisan bakeries in taipei and would possibly like to visit the winning chef's bakery in taipei, any recs or info would be greatly appreciated, thanks,
Hong Kong, newly weds visiting...
where to visit and mostly where to source out the hole in the wall and "local" eateries in hong kong? we will visit in August, are there any culinary adventures I can witness?
anything and everything related to good eats- we are interested in...
thanks in advance,
After a wedding at SF cityhall...
where can a group of foodies visit for lunch after attending a wedding celebration at SF City hall? The ideal restaurant should be close proximity, walking at most 2-3 blocks.
Any cuisine is welcome, average check around $15.00
The wedding event is in two days, needs recs soon. thanks.
Hofbräuhaus...where to find authentic foods...?
i have found a new love for home made roasted meats roast beef, turkey, pastrami sandwiches and mash potatoes, corn, peas,,beef stews....and on and on...makes my mouth water thinking about it. where have you been in the sf bay area that is worth mentioning...?
I have a couple honorable mentions, Tommy's joint in SF, and Harry's hofbrau in redwood city.
any thought?
Taco truck under the bridge...
Have you ever heard of the Taco Truck under the bay bridge, this korean lady serves her famous roast pork sandwich, (not sure if it comes with kim chee?)
any info would be appreciated, thanks,
San Franciscan foodie visiting Atlanta...next week
hi there fellow people of Atlanta,,, serious foodie visiting your neck of the woods for the first time for a family gathering. Heard good things about Atlanta, but really don't know where to begin. I have been in the restaurant business for the past 10 years and still lovin'n it!
I like to visit restaurant that are iconic to the southern hospitality of what Georgia, locally comfort foods famous and where to hangout to try local fare and really make my 3 day trip worth my while.
Also, always interested in any local fast food places that I can not find in San Francisco. Any interesting bakeries, and coffee houses? recommend a semi-fancy restaurant, fine dining, I like to see and compare the difference of what atlanta has to offer to San Francisco.
where to site visit, where to take pictures and most of all WHERE TO EAT?
thanks,
Finally a Sprinkles of our own...
where in Palo Alto are they opening up...just curious.
Famous Food Quote...food vs. personality...?
I can't remember a interesting quote that goes something like this...
" if you do not enjoy foods, then you probably don't have much of a personality."
I think it might have been from Julia Child, or some other poet.
Anyone have any idea? thanks,
Pizza school...where to find?
Not sure if this is the correct board, but wanting to know where I can find a pizza cooking class/school in San Francisco? Instead of ordering pizza delivery all the time, I think I can pull it off by making my own pizza in the comfort of my own kitchen? thanks,
Din Tai Fung Dumpling House: New Location
hi there, planning to visit the new location for DTF, can anyone comment on the operating hours? Is it the same time as the old store? Can anyone comment on the food, is it also the same quality as the old one? thanks,
friends have recently visited the original location and have mentioned that the food quality has dropped? perhaps its due to the opening of the new location, and also mentioned that getting a table for lunch is not as difficult as it once was, true?
Dinner & show or music or entertainment...?
Hi there, family visiting out of town this thursday, where to take them?
thought about tetro zin zani or similar venues, but tix have long been sold out...!
where else can i have a great dinner (the food has to always be great!) and watch a show or music performance/entertainment in around the SF bayarea...? any place worthy would be greatly appreciated,thanks,
Wedding banquet in San Jose...
family friend is getting married, and ask for any recs for a Chinese restaurant that can accommodate at least 200-300 people for a wedding, (my guess, 8,000 - 10,000- square feet). of course it has to be reasonably priced and good eats. I am not too familiar with the south bay area, any recs would be greatly appreciated, thanks,
oh, and between food and price... the price is probably more a priority!
Las vegas, any new dessert places...?
Planning a trip to Vegas, wanting to know of any new dessert places that are not to miss?
I always enjoy seeing the new trends and concepts in sin city.
Macanese restaurant...?
Been reading up on the history of Macau and recent developments, learned about Macanese foods, interesting influences from the Chinese, Portugese, Indian, African ingredients, these all represent my favorite ethnic cuisine. Where can i get a taste of true authentic Macanse food?
Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot coming to San Mateo
Little fat sheep is already open! Drove by today to check and saw people eating with the steamy windows, and the sign says OPEN. will try it this weekend and see if its just as good as the original.
Pinkberry is coming to Stanford, Palo Alto
I came across an advertisement on craigslist saying they were hiring for all staff members, did not mention an opening date; us northern californians are finally getting our fair share of the popular Pb yogurt fixings. Fraiche and Harmony, get ready for some Iron Chef battle, and the secret ingredient is "frozen yogurt".
A craving for Pizza, thin & thick kind...?
after reading today's food section, started to have cravings for pizza, thin and thick, whatever shape, size, and form. Where are a few highly recommended spots in around SF and the bay area? thanks for any and all feedback,
Panini or Sammie joint in SF?
Do you like your sandwiches pressed into a Panini or do you enjoy seeing your sandwiches ride through the conveyor belt like a _uizno's?
what is your recommendation for your favorite sandwich joint in SF/bayarea?
Salad Bar, eating healthy now...
wanting to eat more healthy now as I am trying this new diet.
What salad places around the bay area are recommended, a nice selection of greens, (organic?) from a beautifully laid out bar displaying specialty vegetables and dressings and condiments; not sizzler, please...
thanks, any recs would be appreciated,
Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot coming to San Mateo
did you know on Tuesday' - they offer an all you can eat buffet, its fantastic!
We have been going all last month, not sure if they are continuing to offer this
great buffet deal...
Why Pinkberry...? are there others just as...
really, what other yogurt places are worth recommending?
Why Pinkberry...? are there others just as...
I don't understand what all this hype about PB? is it really that good, I have yet to try it, just don't understand what makes it so addicting? Are there other yogurt shops that serve just as good a product?
If I decide to try PB, which one should I visit, and wanting to know what other frozen yogurt shops are worth a visit next time in the neighborhood? thanks,
Western Foodservice Hospitality Expo...
have you been to this show before, planning to attend but wanting to know what to expect at the show? thanks,
Restaurant inspired by the 1950's coffee diner?
no, just in general a restaurant in the SF bayarea.
those are not the pictures.
Artisan breads...home made style?
when baking bread in a homestyle convection oven, do you adjust for less time compared to regular oven, since the heat is circulated evenly? thanks,
Do you like no-knead bread better than kneaded bread?
i enjoy kneading the bread, the way we were taught at school was the old fashioned way.
Your recipe sounds simple and sounds like it yields a great product, I also have a great and simple recipe for ciabatta, care to exchange ideas?
