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Forschner (Victorinox) pairing knife. Reliable and not precious.

As is.

It was ribeye, but have been enjoying skirt - roasted whole.

Trader Joe's.

Spot.

It's close to the start (or return) of your trip, but Rhodes North Tavern in Sloatsburg, NY has great mini burgers done right (on Martin's) with scraps from meat butchered in-house. The beef has a true funk. Also, their 'Famous' roast pork hero is really good. The rest of the menu is all over the place -- but stick with those. It's on the Rockland side of the Hudson, so it depends on which way you are traveling.

I like the lobster rolls at the Lobster Pool in Rockport, MA. Some people like Roy Moore's better.

I'm a fan of Artichoke's (far west) Chelsea location. I would definitely try one each of the frozen version, using Adam's tips.

I also like Fresh Direct's (NY/NJ/CT) frozen 12" inch 'grilled' Spinach & Artichoke pizza. $8.99, sometimes on sale. It's kind of party dip-y, but assertively flavored, and restrained on the glop. Crisp-chewy crust, even when done on the rack. Good ingredients, too.

Chips Ahoy.

I got D batteries in my emergency peanut butter. Two great tastes...

Evenhanded, as always @dbcurrie

I was a little too subtle, and a little too drunk.

@simon Why bother. The crucial bits of information are right there for all to see.