Top Chef Texas - Ep. #1 - 11/02/11 (Spoilers)

I was thinking the same thing when I saw him among the video interviews. I thought he must be on as a guest judge then realized he's a contestant. Definitely a big deal here in LA. Will be interesting to see how he does!

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Btween Pasadena and the El Cap theatre

Hi KitchenQueen! One thing to keep in mind is that Hollywood and West Hollywood are a total circus [literally : )] on Halloween night, so expect quite a bit of traffic/delays.

I'd suggest some place that is walkable/wheelchair manageable near the El Capitan. Cleo is a great suggestion- also across the from Cleo is Lexington Social House and Wood and Vine. I've eaten at both and prefer Wood and Vine.

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Lexington Social House
1718 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028

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Thinking about getting a cast iron dutch oven and have some questions

I'd recommend getting an enameled cast iron dutch oven to avoid the cast iron reacting to any acids you'll put in it.

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Leftover Grilled Corn Ideas?

I just used up some grilled corn- sauteed onions & jalapenos till soft, then added pancetta that I crisped up in another pan and added the corn to heat thru. Really yummy.

Will def be trying the corn fritter suggestion. Sounds great.

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Please help a Torontonian with his itinerary

Also, note that there's a Musha closer to Venice in Santa Monica.
Santa Monica 424 Wilshire Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90401 | Phone: 310.576.6330

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Musha
424 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

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Dinner on La Cienega - help!

Yabu for Japanese small plates. They have little patio in the back and are walkable to Largo.
521 North La Cienega Boulevard.

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Yabu Restaurant
521 N La Cienega Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90048

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You Say Gel-A-to, I Say Gel-Ah-to...

Grom!

http://www.grom.it/eng/dettagli_gelateria.php?id_gelateria=182&citt%E0=Malibu

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Big English Muffins - Where?

Thanks! I might try this route, but am hoping to find a store that stocks them. Only have a couple of days to make it happen.

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Big English Muffins - Where?

Hi Hounds,

I've been looking large size English muffins. They're much larger than the standard Thomas' size- about as large around as a hamburger bun. I've seen them before at a BBQ a couple of years ago. They're awesome for burgers & I really want to have them for the old Memorial Day BBQ this weekend.

I'm in Hollywood, but would be willing to drive within reason. Anyone know where I can find 'em?

Thanks in advance for your help!

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Spicy Tuna with Crispy Rice at Musha

Hounds,

Musha in Santa Monica [and Torrance- haven't been to that location yet] serves up the most delicious Spicy Tuna Dip the likes of which I crave constantly and haven't yet found closer to home here in Hollywood.

I am in serious need of locating a similar version east of La Cienega: WeHo, Hollywood, Little Tokyo, Los Feliz, Downtown & Glendale are viable destination options.

Please help a girl in need. A trip to SM on a week night for a fix isn't an option most nights. Need that crunch.

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Musha
1725 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90501

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Long Stem Strawberries?

Check Trader Joes. Saw them at the Hollywood/Vine location last night.

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Atch Kotch closed :(

Good news! Atch Kotch was only closed for about a week. It's now up and running again!

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French Bistro Lunch near Tar Pits on a Saturday?

I have been there in a while, but Le Petit Bistro may be an option. They're on La Cienega & Melrose. Here's a link to their site, which has their lunch menu.

http://www.lepetitbistro.us/

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Ultra-Casual, No-Reservations on Thanksgiving?

How about the Oaks Gourmet? Just north of Downtown in Beachwood Canyon? No reservations needed & they're serving until midnight.

http://www.theoaksgourmet.com/

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Rustic "provencial" patio spot in LA?

Pane Vino in West Hollywood has a lovely patio.

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How do you manage your recipe copies?

Similar to the 3 ring binder idea, but slightly different- I use those old school photo albums- the ones that have the thin plastic sheet that pulls off of a cardboard page backing. The pages pop out like a 3 ring binder. It's handy because the cardboard make the page very sturdy + protects the recipe nicely + is easy to wipe off when I'm done. And no hole punch required!

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ISO Great fresh Italian sausage in L.A. area

Are you thinking of Porta Via?

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Hard Boiled Eggs

Here's what you do-
Put your eggs (cold, straight from the fridge) in a pot and fill with cold water from the tap.
Bring to a boil uncovered, then turn the flame off. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes. Peel + enjoy.

This will give you lovely bright yellow yolks, every time.

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Your favourite thing to do with jam/preserves?

I love raspberry preserves melted into maple syrup with a dab of butter. On pancakes. Heaven.

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Indigenous treats?

This was suggested on an earlier post on the subject- the sea salt caramels from Little Flower candies. I took a bunch home at Christmas and let's just say they were a huge, huge hit with the family.
You can get them at Surfas along with a million other great treats.

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Pomi Marinara sauce?

I just found it at the Beachwood Market.

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Food as Medicine

I'm not sure how good it is, but if think she'd like raw food- there's Juliano's Raw on Broadway near 6th.

There's also The Newsroom Cafe on Wilshire near 5th. I think the name changed recently. The original Newroom owner kept this location and has (I think) renamed it. Haven't been there in a few months.

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