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Court Street Pastry and Mazzolas in Brooklyn.

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Gift Guide: For New Yorkers (Expat and Otherwise)

I'm a former NYer living in DC. I consider mysef an ex-pat of NY. I don't think they were going for the literal translation of ex-pat.

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Cook the Book: 'The Essential New York Times Cookbook'

The Frankies Spuntino Kitchen Companion and Cooking Manual. Delish!

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Cook the Book: 'Baked Explorations'

Court Street Pastry and Mazzolas in Brooklyn.

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Gift Guide: For New Yorkers (Expat and Otherwise)

I'm a former NYer living in DC. I consider mysef an ex-pat of NY. I don't think they were going for the literal translation of ex-pat.

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Dinner Tonight: Chickpea Flour Soup from Provence

Yes, please! I'm such a soup person, but often don't have time mid-week to make any. This sounds like a perfect solution!

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Cook the Book: 'The Gourmet Cookie Book'

7 layer cookies from the Italian bakery in my old neighborhood.

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Dinner Tonight: Grilled Cheddar and Fennel Sandwiches with Curry Mayo

Can't wait to try this. Wish I saw this recipe before I sent hubby to the grocery store

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Char No. 4 in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn for Bacon, Bourbon, Barbecue

One of the places I miss dearly since I left Brooklyn. Their brunch is fantastic.
However, just because it's in Brooklyn doesn't mean it's hidden. It's steps away from the Bergen Street F stop on Smith Street.

If you haven't gone, go now. A little short on the vegetarian options, but what they have is incredible. Go!

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Daily Slice: Upside-Down Pizza from Stogie Joe's, Philadelphia

I want to go to there...

As a NYer now living in DC, I haven't had pizza in months (afraid to try it here ). Please, someone, ship me that pie.

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Cook the Book: Steak and Eggs Korean Style

I had the vegetarian version of this at the Good Fork (Tofu instead of Steak). The kimchi rice was so delicious and I'm anxious to try this recipe!

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Cook the Book: 'The New Brooklyn Cookbook'

I hope it's Washington DC. Just moved here from Brooklyn, and it looks like there are good eats abound. Anxious to get my hands on that cookbook so I can cook up my favorites from Al Di La, etc. I'm homesick!

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Taste Test: Veggie Burgers

Eating a TJ's masala burger now for breakfast-- yum!

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Book Giveaway: Mike Colameco's Food Lover's Guide to NYC

There's a great noodle place in the village, I think on Carmine. Of course, I can't remember the name of the place, but they have an awesome (and vegetarian) singapore mei fun

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Cakespy: Brooklyn Basbousa

I live down the street from Atlantic. Any hints on the restaurant? This looks delicious. I guess I will have to make a trip to Sahadi's for some semolina!

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Cook the Book: 'Gourmet Today'

My first cookbook was one of those PTA-compliled fundraising cookbooks. As an eight-year old, I would pore over the recipes. Don't think I did too much cooking, though

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The Crisper Whisperer: Escarole and Bean Soup with Pistachio Pesto

A vegetarian version of this is one of my favorites. It always reminds me of my Italian grandma. Actually, our last conversation was about my love for escarole soup.

The pistachio pesto is intriguing. Will have to give it a try this weekend!

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Street Food Profiles: Hong's Chinese Dumplings in Burlington, Vermont

What a cute little town and what a delicious looking plate of dumplings! Yum!

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French in a Flash: Drunken Angel Hair with Leeks and Cream

I made this over the weekend, but with a few tweaks.

I didn't cook the pasta in wine (didn't have enough), but I did splash some in with the leeks. Also, instead of cream, I used some left over gorgonzola. I thought it was a nice complement to the slight oniony flavor of the leeks.

Very nice recipe-- thank you for the ideas!

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Cook the Book: 'Big Bob Gibson's BBQ Book'

As a vegetarian, I haven't had much good BBQ. But I love the sides! Mac and Cheese, biscuits, baked beans -- yum!!! The best part of the meal, as far as I'm concerned, and Dinosaur BBQ does it well!

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Seriously Sick: Food For When You're Under the Weather

I second the Campbell's tomato soup! I'm intrigued by the coconut soup. Is there a vegetarian alternative? Would veggie broth be sufficient?

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New York City Wine and Food Festival: Ticket Giveaway, 'Pairing Like A Pro'

Well, because I don't eat steak, I will go with a Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. Who needs steak when you have a great bottle of wine?

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Chain Reaction: What's the New Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust Pan Pizza Like? We Try It

I have wonderful Book-It memories. The pins with the hiroglyphic (I was rewarded for the reading, not the spelling!), images, the stickers, and, of course, the personal pizzas. My face beaming, because I actually one something. Now that I think about it, if it wasn't for the Book-It program, I would have never won a damn thing in my life.

But these memories won't inspire me to hit up the combination Pizza Hut/Taco Bell (but I might play the video on You Tube).

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When in Rome: Dar Poeta

This looks wonderful! Overall, I wasn't blown away by the pizza in Rome as I found the pizza in Napoli/Campagnia to be far superior. What "buon fortuna" to enjoy this pizza on your trip!

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Location: Washington DC (but I left my heart in Brooklyn)

About: Lawyer by day, foodie by night. Now, if I only had a job that would allow me to afford going out to restaurants and splurging at the local cheese shop. Anyone hiring?

Favorite foods: Pasta, anything with lemons, pizza, cheese, panino, lentil soup, Dutch pancakes

Last bite on earth: Pomme Frites