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Where to purchase coconut oil that has no flavor
What do you do with the Trader Joe's coconut oil? I see it in the store and think about buying it but I don't know what to do with it...
What is the one item you always leave Costco with?
I just bought some of these for the first time. How do you prepare them and what do you eat with/on them?
Freezing raw marinated chicken?
I marinated a couple of pounds of chicken breasts in an Italian dressing type marinade today. It turns out that we may be out to dinner the next couple of nights so we won't need to grill it. Can I just freeze the chicken and marinade in a Ziploc bag then defrost and grill later on? Thanks!
New Trader Joe's Yea/Nay Thread - 2nd Quarter 2011 [old]
The light champagne vinaigrette is quite good.
The wasabi arugula was interesting/good, though I think I prefer the regular arugula.
Has anyone tried the frozen steamer clams?
Kohler Wisconsin
We are heading up to Kohler Spa next week for a couple of nights. Does anyone have suggestions for restaurants at the actual resort or nearby? We've never been there so welcome all suggestions--certainly doesn't have to be fancy. Any general recommendations for sightseeing would be great as well. Thanks!
Is there any way to thicken up a crockpot sauce?
Trying to use my crockpot more. Today I made a tasty easy chicken dish with honey, curry, mustard and butter. It tastes good but the sauce is so thin, and I have had this problem before with other chicken dishes I've tried. Any suggestions?
Burgers on the North Shore?
That's disappointing. I was hoping it would be good. What did you have and what sucked about it?
Foods you love at Trader Joe's that got discontinued? [OLD]
Dark chocolate pretzel bark--so cheap and SO delicious. Frozen green chickpeas.
Burgers on the North Shore?
Looking for a place with a very good burger here on the north shore. We are joining friends for dinner so would like to be able to sit and enjoy a meal. It does not have to be fancy, just delicious. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Dinner on the north shore for 8 adults
We decided on Miramar in Highwood. Thoughts?
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Miramar
301 Waukegan Ave, Highwood, IL 60040
Dinner on the north shore for 8 adults
Looking for a restaurant where 4 couples can have a nice dinner while actually being able to have a conversation. Would like a place with a nice but not necessarily fancy vibe. All suggestions welcome--thanks!
2 Trader Joe's questions...
1. Has anyone tried the frozen Cioppino?
2. Is the dark chocolate pretzel bark coming back? When?
Anyone tried the chicken pot pie at Costco?
It is so big and I'm wondering if it withstands reheating for a few days.
Trader Joe's Yea/Nay thread - 4th Quarter 2010 [OLD]
What do you do with the peanut flour?
New Trader Joe's yea/nay thread 2nd quarter 2010
The dark chocolate pretzel bark is ridiculously good. Sadly (but probably for the best), it is discontinued "for the season".
New Trader Joe's yea/nay thread 2nd quarter 2010
I agree, their chocolate chips are the best. They used to be $1.99/bag. I just noticed that the price is up to $2.29.
Freezing store bought angel food cake?
I have an extra one of these in a plastic package. Can I freeze it right in the package, actually, can I freeze it at all or will it ruin the texture?
Date night on the north shore?
We are relatively new to the area and finally have scored a babysitter--thus, date night! Looking for a recommendation for a good and interesting place for adults. Does not need to be super expensive fine dining. Any suggestions? We like all kinds of food. Thanks!
Freezing marinated chicken?
it is basically a balsamic vinaigrette. Thanks for the tip--I'll do that.
Freezing marinated chicken?
I bought some boneless chicken breasts yesterday and marinated them overnight. Now our grill is not working. I'm not thrilled w/ the idea of baking/broiling it. Can I just freeze it in the marinade in the Ziplock and defrost it when our grill is working? Thanks!
KDK restaurants?
We received a gift certificate to the KDK restaurants (Opera, Marche, Red Light and Gioco). We are new to town and would love to know if one is recommended above the others.
Thanks!
Restaurants in Glencoe area?
We are moving to Glencoe and are looking for restaurant suggestions in the greater surrounding area. We like all kinds of places, especially ethnic or interesting food, reasonably priced preferred, nothing fancy. Any farmers markets or interesting grocery stores anywhere near there? All suggestions welcome as we know nothing about the area. Thanks!
Middle eastern in Andover where Cassis used to be?
I heard a middle eastern place was going into that spot. Does anyone have any information on this, or has anyone been to the restaurant? Thanks.
Dressing up brownie mix
I have to make brownies this weekend to bring to a party. I have limited time to be baking and want to just dress them up a little bit. Any suggestions? I have some regular and white chocolate chips as well as coconut sitting around the pantry. Thanks so much.
Best dessert at Costco?
I have to bring a dessert to a potluck tomorrow night. Attending will be around 10-15 ladies. Others are bringing desserts as well. I don't have time to make anything so thought I'd pick up something at Costco. Any suggestions?
Restaurants near the Wit hotel?
Heading to Chicago soon and was wondering if anyone had suggestions for places to eat near the Wit hotel. Not looking for any super fancy places, just interesting and yummy. Thanks!
Brownies from a mix using applesauce instead of oil?
I ended up using the prune baby food and they came out perfect. Thanks all.
