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LaManda's Restaurant in White Plains
I went in with my children a few months ago on a Tuesday evening when my husband had a business dinner. I was delightfully surprised as the outside is rather unassuming. We were treated with such attention and kindness. The older gentleman who seated us was so sweet to my daughter. My 11 yo son liked the scampi, and I had to defend my chicken scarpariello from his greed with my fork! My 8 yo daughter was very happy with her chicken cutlet. We returned last month on a Saturday, and it was a bit crowded. My dinner was fine, but my friend's veal spent a bit too long in the frying pan. The restaurant was very apologetic, offered to cook another for her, and took it off the bill, and I believe comped the dessert. I certainly will not hold that against them, and I look forward to going back again. No, it's not the fanciest haute cuisine, but the food is quite good, and the sauces very flavorful.
Cinco de mayo --- WHERE???
At Fairway in Pelham. It is sold in a triangle, and resembles feta before you break it up. Not as strong tasting as feta.
City Limits/White Plains
What's going on at City Limits. Sign says renovations and relaunch. Does that imply new menu with the new look?
Exhausted mom needs cook ahead meals for family or quick suppers for grab and go sports crazy kidss
Thanks for all the ideas, the recipes, planning tips, and especially for the moral support. I keep on telling myself that I'll only have a limited time (6 more years for my son and 10 more years for my daughter) to teach them to eat and live a healthy life. Then, they are on their own and subject to the college cafeteria!
Cinco de mayo --- WHERE???
actually, it's on chow: here's the title: Grilled Corn with Cayenne, Lime, and Cotija Recipe. It was fun and yummy. May make a tradition out of going to my own party!
Did this tin-lined copper pan get too hot?
copper cookware question. I purchased a set of copper/ tin lined cookware in France 20 years ago at an antiques fair by the Seine on an island to the west of Paris-- Chatout (sp?) I had them re-tinned, and have used them since. Anyhow, the cookware (all saucepans) is very heavy, but was sold without lids. I'd love to have a set of lids for the pots. Any ideas on where to find them?
Exhausted mom needs cook ahead meals for family or quick suppers for grab and go sports crazy kidss
Situation 1: From time to time, I am out in the evenings. I love to cook, but if I am not there to put it on the table, I need something that my DH can take out of the oven to serve to the family, or leave on the counter for room temperature. Problem is: DH complains about stews (claims not to like braised food) and while he'll eat a casserole from time to time, it's not his favorite. In addition, his dislikes include cooked fruit, eggplant, cilantro, mint and dill. Need ideas for cook ahead and leave in the oven/serve at room temperature.
Situation 2: 3 nights a week, my children have sports and scouts which are scheduled at my usual meal time and I am often driving a hour round trip when I need to cook dinner. I am reduced to feeding them at from 5 - 5:30 p.m. when our family dinner time is usually 7 p.m. when DH arrives home. On these nights, I need a grab and go meal to serve 11 yo son and 8 yo daughter.
I am exhausted from trying to come up with new ideas. I'd appreciate any suggestions!
Rice - How did you experience it today?
last week, made amazing risotto with fresh asparagus. really worth the effort, especially as I trained my son 11 yo son to stir the rice as I ran to the train to pick up DH.
Rice - How did you experience it today?
when I don't have the energy to think about dinner, I use the goya yellow rice ("saffron" but I really wonder if there is saffron in it), water, and put chicken pieces on top, slice some frozen Italian sausage on top if I have it. Throw in oven on bake. Atfer 30 minutes, throw in frozen peas and olives on top, and cook until the water is absorbed and chicken is done. 15-30 more minutes. I'd throw in capers, but family complains. Whether you call it arroz con pollo or fake paella (when I have shrimp to throw in), family will eat it and like it.
Cinco de mayo --- WHERE???
my house. grilled fish with home made slaw tacos, grilled corn with cotijo cheese (excellent), homemade guac, those excellent Fairway homemade chips, mango and jimacai (sp?) salad. I did by the tortillas and salsa. Next year may try tres leches cake. All recipes from Chow!
Fresh Market - Scarsdale
I have tried a new one there Talente (sp?) Very good, but a little pricy. Satled caramel yummy as is pistachio.
CSA in Westchester
I have a share from Stoneledge Farm CSA. They have pick ups in Buchanan in Upper Westchester, and in Hastings on the Hudson. We have a share at the White Plains pick up where I am on the core team. They are very nice, and very good quality produce. That's either 15 minutes north of you or 29 minutes south of you. Depends on which way you find yourself traveling. www.stoneledgefarmny.org/
Sushi Mike's - Dobbs Ferry
I have to disagree. I've eaten there a dozen or more times, and have never had less than first class very fresh seafood. I enjoy sushi, not sure if that makes me a sushi-phil, but I do know fresh fish. You should of course sent it back. But, please do not disparage this restaurant.
I think I give up on Pizza in Westchester
We went to the Lincoln Lounge for dinner after my son's basketball game. It's a wonderful trip back in time. The food is outstanding. Excellent pizza. Very good veal, and I enjoyed the lasagna. What made the evening evening more enjoyable was the kind and attentive staff. I definitely will be going back.
Duke's Mayo in Niagara Falls Region
our Fresh Market in Scarsdale has it. Not close, but is there a Fresh Market near you?
Eclisse - White Plains - Gone
I used to like Butterfield 8 when I lived in the City. If they are the same owner, we may be in for a treat.
OMG!!! H Mart is opening in Hartsdale, NY!
I had this dream that H Mart as an "Asian" supermarket would feature Bahn Mi sandwiches. Wouldn't that be nice ... Then I woke up. wonder if I should drive over there today to see if they were in on my dream ....
Crazy chili
Did the similar thing 20 years ago when making three batches of fried chicken for a picnic. When I reached for the paprika to flavor the flavor before shaking the chicken, I grabbed the chili powder instead. I did not realize it until I was cleaning up. I tasted the last batch and it was great. Just like Popeyes.
Best Sandwiches in westchester?
Buon Amici in Scarsdale for the 007. A bit pricy, but worth it. Excellent pastas and hot food for take home suppers too.
Best Mexican Food in Westchester?
I've been very very pleased with Bar Taco. Love the food, love the music, love the vibe, but it's a different experience than Sunshine, Robertos, Mariachi Loco etc. They are dives, with good food, probably more typical of traditional Mexican cooking. Bar Taco is a date place, and a fun date! BTW, heard that Sunshine was closing? Very sad. Liked the hurraches there.
Best Mexican Food in Westchester?
I happen to like Mariachi Loco. Very good guac and chips. I've been pleased with most everything I've had there, mainly burritos.
Ground beef grease?
related question. has anyone had fat on the top of frozen stock go bad? i thawed some stock from the deep freeze which may have been 2 years old. Is is possible that it goes bad in the deep freeze?
Fresh Market - Scarsdale
Went there last week and was very pleased. I shop the sales, and bought nice bacon (have you looked at the price of bacon at the supermarket? Over 7.00$ places!), chuck roast, and beautiful fish for supper. I had veggies already at home, but the veggies looked fine for most family suppers. Breads looked great, and the prepared food looked nice too. I was so thrilled to find Dukes Mayonnaise there! I've never seen it north of Pennsylvania. No need to import it from Nashville any more. And the service was excellent. Informed, smiling people helping you. And they even walked you out to the car and loaded the car for you! I'll definitely be back.
CSA in Westchester
After a few years with My Farm Share, we switched to the Stoneledge Farm CSA last summer.
I am delighted with the quality of Stoneledge Farm's produce! They have three different locations in Westchester. We have a membership at the White Plains CSA with pick up at St Barts Church.
At the White Plains Stoneledge Farm CSA, their is a generous period of time for pick up which is designed to work with a working person's schedule and a stay at home parent's schedule too. Each person also volunteers at one of the weekly pick ups. It's a nice way to meet the other members of the CSA. There is a weekly newsletter from the farmer which often contains recipes. I am looking forward to the start of my CSA share later in the spring. Full disclosure: I enjoyed it so much, I have agreed to be a member of the Core Group who helps organize the CSA in White Plains.
What's the best thing you've ever received trick-or-treating?
My grandmother's friend owned the Pepsi bottling company. They always left out cases of Pepsi and 7Up cans.
lost my JL of Memphis Cookbook! Need recipe for fudge cake
Can't find my recipe from the JL of Memphis Cookbook for fudge cake. Promised my MIL I'd bring it to her house tonight. Can you help?
What is the Best Condiment You Ever Had?
1. my grandmother's homemade mayonnaise
2. borden's gold brick sundae sauce
3. chimichuri
4. skordalia
Italian Rice Balls- Arancini
Dante's is fabulous. The prepared food is superb, and the butcher counter is outstanding too.
