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Upper East Side beer shop
I'm looking for a store with a great beer selection. A good mix of american craft and interesting imports; maybe even one that will fill a growler.
Any hidden gems on the upper east side?
Cheers.
Butcher in Atlanta
I'm desperately looking for a good butcher in Atlanta. Ideally one that carries more than just beef, chicken, and pork. Really looking for lamb that's from somewhere closer than New Zealand.
Any ideas?
Ramps at markets or in the wild?
Where can I find Ramps? I'm willing to travel to markets or forage. Any thoughts?
Need a good coffee shop rec near the W - Foshay Tower
Just checked out Dunn Bros website. This looks great. Thanks!
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Dunn Bros
15265 Galaxie Ave Ste 600, Saint Paul, MN 55124
Need a good coffee shop rec near the W - Foshay Tower
Any good (non-starbucks / chain) coffee shops nearby? Perk (pardon the pun) is STRONG coffee and good pastries.
Lunch near Interncontinental on St. Charles
Awesome. Thanks for the recs. No car, so I'll be on foot / street car. Palace Cafe looks amazing. That might be the winner.
Any good Po' Boys nearby?
Lunch near Interncontinental on St. Charles
Hi all.
I'll be in your fair city August 13-15 for a convention. I need some serious local eats to absorb as much local flavor as possible in my short trip. Any good recs for lunch near the Intercontinental?A good beer list is a bonus.
Drinks before DBGB dinner
Temple Bar just over on Lafayette (btwn Bleecker and Houston) could be nice for a quick cocktail. It's close and they have great drinks.
New York City Snack Foods?
Definitely need some Manhattan Special. I buy it whenever I see it.
Could also include an apple (as in "The Big...").
I'll also second Martin's Pretzels if you're looking for something more savory.
What is a good starch to have with beef short ribs?
One more vote for polenta. Flavor it with some herbs / spices that will complement how you prepare the short ribs.
Meatballs - to brown or not brown 1st?
Definitely brown. A quick sear really brings out the flavor of the meat.
Where can I take a Serious Foodie in UES/Yorkville?
I'll second Flex Muscles. Cheesy name, but they have fantastic (you guessed it) mussels and they do a lot of very interesting preparations. A few pots of mussels, some oysters, some frites, and some beers...Any foodie would be happy with that.
Place to buy ramps in Atlanta?
Please report back if anyone finds them. I'd love to score some if they're around.
Favourite pizza topping combos?
Anchovies, fresh tomato, a little ricotta, and mustard greens.
What do I do with a fresh ham ROAST
I've never heard of this cut, but sounds like it could be prepared in a similar way to a pork chop? I'd recommend brining then pan-roasting or grilling.
Good Chocolate Shops in the West Village
I recently moved to the west village and have been trying to find a good chocolate shop. Any good recommendations for places with assorted truffles / solid bars?
Thanks!
Suggestions for what to cook for Christmas Dinner?
Sounds like you're doing enough work the night before with the prime rib.
What about a more rustic approach? I don't think it always needs to be a large platter of meat in the middle of the table and sides galore. Braise some short ribs and serve them over mushroom polenta.
DBGB tonight--recommendations?
I went on Friday. The fall squash soup was amazing. The sausages are great. I liked the chorizo but the beaujolaise was my favorite (we did a sampler). I wasn't a huge fan of the braised skirt steak I had for my main dish.
Beer wise, they have some awesome selections. If he wants a pale ale, the Ommegang Hennepin is pretty tasty and relatively inexpensive compared to some of the other selections they have on the menu. Get adventurous with the list though. Enjoy!
Delicious, casual but pretty Italian, under $100 pp?
I'm a big fan of Becco. Great table-side service and really good pasta.
Where can I get bitters other than the usual Angostura?
Awesome! Thanks! I live right around the corner from there.
Where can I get bitters other than the usual Angostura?
I went to Astor liquors thinking of all places they would, but apparently bitters is considered a food and can't be sold in liquor stores. Any thoughts?
Basic Tomato Soup, with a Twist?
And maybe along with the rosemary, top it with goat cheese crumbles before serving.
Good Cocktails near Washington Sq Park
Any bars that specialize in craft cocktails in the area?
Cauliflower soup - help please?
I saw this recipe a few years ago on Yahoo. I've made a more times that I can count...VERY good. (recipe is at the bottom)
http://health.yahoo.com/experts/drmao/19/give-your-immune-system-a-boost/
