Will you completely avoid a venue based on a professional critic's published review? Has a glowing write-up of a dining establishment sent you scrambling for a reservation? I have enjoyed some very memorable meals at Los Angeles eateries Koi, Luna...
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I am a big fan of Spanish tapas, but recently I went to a restaurant in Los Angeles that served tapas from around the world. I was wondering if anyone has fun recipes for tapas?...
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Who makes the best pork buns in San Francisco? A friend of mine is on a pork bun adventure, and we need your suggestions for the best around the city. Thanks!...
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I'm interested in hearing the best and the worst, so I know what to avoid. Surely, there are some turkey aficionados that can help me out....
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I am picky about my dim sum, mostly because my dad was a cook in Chinese restaurants for most of his life here. Anyway, I'd like something on the cheaper side, but with...
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I live and work in SOMA in San Francisco, and the best (or at least most consistent) thin-slice pizza I've seen is Uncle Vito's. Surely there's a respite from Goat Hill and Amici's around here!...
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Have you ever tried chocolates from Charles Chocolates of San Francisco, and if so, what are your thoughts about them? I read about them in Chowhound.com. Also, in your opinion, is chow.com/chowhound.com a site whose recommendations are worthy of attention?...
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After an afternoon playing tourist on Alcatraz Island, the girlfriend and I needed a place to eat. We took her sister's advice and headed to the recently restored Ferry Terminal Building for Vietnamese at some place called http://www.slanteddoor.com/. I...
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My pal John was visiting California for a few days, so we went up to The Counter in Santa Monica. This is one of the only burger places in LA that will actually cook a RARE burger. I know, I...
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