One dish only? There are 4, but they are small. They are jarred, so neither, I guess.

We have a jar of black summer truffles (20 g). How should I store them once opened and how long will they last?

Bought a jar (20 g) of whole black summer truffles from Tartufi di Fassia, Tuber aestivum. There is a little liquid in the bottom of the jar. Question that I haven't seen answered in my research - how to store them once opened? Do I need to use them up quickly?

Succumbed to pressure and just made one - first, but not last, time with mayo!

Thanks! I tasted it I think I'll be okay if I don't deglaze. I'll just make the roux in a separate pan along w/browned onions and add the drippings and broth that I added since I noticed it was dried out. Ughhh!

Roasting pan dried out! Now bottom is kind of blackened. I added more broth... What should I do about trying to make gravy with drippings? And my turkey stock that I had frozen tasted freezer burned so I tossed it :(

Thanks! Going to order now so I can get going on this!! And the bacon jam which sounds insanely good!

Thanks! Swingtop or cork for liquer?

Stupid question, but where do you get your bottles to gift them in?

Whaaaat? Sounds insane! Recipe, please!

Such thoughtful gifts! Might steal this idea!!

Try phyllo cups with brie and cranberry. Trader Joe's makes something similar, but easy enough to do homemade.

I have wet-brined, dry-brined, had fresh turkeys, frozen turkeys, cooked upside down, covered with cheesecloth, covered with bacon, etc.... Family favorite is always cheap frozen with herbed butter under the skin, s&p on top. This year I am trying a Kosher turkey per friend's suggestion; heard it's juicier/moister.

Wow - the wrapped apples sound amazing. May try for Thanksgiving if my group stays small!

Assume you're cooking and serving... Then I would go with pork tenderloin! Easy to cook for a large group. This is my go to recipe but I use shallots as suggested and really don't spend a lot of time getting a crust on the loin http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/foo...
Serve with risotto for starter or butternut squash soup (easier) and roasted root veggies inc. red potatoes for the side. Apple tart or something light would be delish for dessert.

Looking for a steakhouse alternative for group of 8 men. Already having one meal at Scarpetta. Thought of Casa Tua - but is it more a couples type place? Also considered Joe's Stone Crab. Would like great food, service and atmosphere that can handle group of guys. Also need to consider driving distance b/c not renting cars. Walking distance would be great, but other than Fontainbleu, where they're staying, couldn't find anything myself that fit the bill. Casa Tua looks to be an easy cab ride, but not sure. Thanks.

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Joe's Stone Crab
11 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Casa Tua
1700 James Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139

South Beach Cafe
121 5th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139

You have to make time for Simon Pearce in Queeche. Great restaurant overlooking the falls, food is incredible and not pricey for what you get, plus you can see glass blowing by some amazing artisans!

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Simon Pearce Restaurant
1760 Quechee Main St., Quechee, VT 05059

How about Gibbett Hill Grill in Groton? Haven't been myself, but have heard great things.

Gaslight followed by Beehive? That's what I'm considering for our party.

Eastern Standard looks like a contender because of the patio. Thoughts?

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Eastern Standard
528 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215

Personally, I would love Upstairs but don't think hubby would. Thanks for the suggestion, tho!

Darryl's looks fun! Will check into it. Thanks!

Thanks for all the input! Also now considering places with a patio since I'm looking at June - Dante and Gaslight were suggested. While neither have live music, since it will hopefully be nice we can walk elsewhere for dancing. Just not confident getting in someplace later with a crowd that large. Thoughts???

Definitely don't want heavy metal, but other than that, we're pretty flexible with music tastes.

How about Beehive, Church or West Side Lounge? Any feedback on food and ambiance for a group? Thanks!

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West Side Lounge
1680 Mass Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138

Looking in Boston/Cambridge. Would like a place with live music and/or dancing. Prefer room to be somewhat sectioned off during meal - even if just a curtain. Thought of Beehive, but doesn't get great food reviews.... Other suggestions? Price range very flexible.

Can I make the meat pies ahead and reheat on a grill? We're BBQing while skiing with a Mardi Gras them!

$17 for a champagne cocktail at Drink! RUFKM???

Thanks for the suggestions! Going to pick up a few for myself, too :)

Can you tell me where you got your recipes - they sound delicious!!!

Want to buy a nice bottle of red for nephew ($50 range) that will do well with aging for a few years. He's 19 but does imbibe with the family at gatherings and does enjoy beefy reds - cab's usually. Hoping he'll put it in 'rents wine fridge till he turns 21 :) We usually drink Lancaster, Turnbull, Whitehall but wanted to deviate a little for him. Also, in case it makes a difference as far as availability, we live in MA. THX