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kippered salmon, sable, bagel -lox-cream-cheese, a prune danish and coffee.

First time in many, many elections that I care so much and understand so well what's at stake. Palin? Are you kidding?

Obama for sure.

a glass of krug champagne in La Paz, Bolivia at 12,500 feet above sea level. I got extra tipsy!

Dim Sum, (especially har gow and roast pork bao), then peking duck with pancakes and then something incredibly lemony luscious for dessert.

All of my Silver Palate books are sticky, gooey and once in a while I'll find a sweet & low stuck in as a bookmark! Also, The Victory Garden and Moosewood books are ancient, abused and still wonderful!

For me, it'd have to be Ina. She's wonderful.

Since being allergic to milk since birth, my mother always substituted applesauce whenever appropriate. Now with soy milk that actually tastes fantastic and works in everything from chocolate pudding to lemon meringue pie, life is more exciting. Other soy products such as cream cheese, parm and other cheeses, and sour cream, make savory dishes creamy and delicious. Soy is a great addition to an otherwise limited arsenal, green or otherwise.

p.s. no offense to the beautiful cows.

In Las Vegas - Whole Foods, yep.

Apple Cake - layers of thinly sliced apple with lemon juice, cinnamon and sugar with a rustic cobbled crust