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Served: New York Is Not the Only Place for a Restaurant
I've been reading this blog column for a while and I find that some posts are good and some aren't. This one doesn't happen to be very good (in my opinion). The transitions between scenes are disjointed and rely on paragraph titles (which are annoying). And the whole-moving-on-from-college-into-the-real-world theme has been written about so many times, do we really need it website about food too? Plus the title of the column is patronizing.
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try this Whole Seed Chipotle Honey Mustard: https://www.killerbeeguy.com/default.aspx
Your Cookbook Arsenal
I love all of Ina Garten's cookbooks and I use the joy of cooking (1997 edition) almost like a reference book, but I tend to get inspiration from magazines (and thier websites) like Fine Cooking, Eating Well, and Saveur.
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Served: New York Is Not the Only Place for a Restaurant
I've been reading this blog column for a while and I find that some posts are good and some aren't. This one doesn't happen to be very good (in my opinion). The transitions between scenes are disjointed and rely on paragraph titles (which are annoying). And the whole-moving-on-from-college-into-the-real-world theme has been written about so many times, do we really need it website about food too? Plus the title of the column is patronizing.
More Mustard Talk
try this Whole Seed Chipotle Honey Mustard: https://www.killerbeeguy.com/default.aspx
Your Cookbook Arsenal
I love all of Ina Garten's cookbooks and I use the joy of cooking (1997 edition) almost like a reference book, but I tend to get inspiration from magazines (and thier websites) like Fine Cooking, Eating Well, and Saveur.
Southern Bread Traditions
Why so strict?
I've seen lots of places serve cornbread with meat based chili.
Fancy dinner in Washington, DC
I second Vidalia. The Mac & Cheese is to die for. But if you like seafood, Hook has some of the best seafood dishes I've ever tasted and their desserts are interesting and amazing. I've heard good things about Palena, but never been.
Pizza in NoVA/DC Metro
American Flatbread in Asheville (Vermont chain) -- Excellent Pizza. It may be a bit of a drive from Fairfax (depending on where in Fairfax you are) but it is totally worth it.
Food Storage Containers - What do you suggest?
I second AbuelaLinda. I went glass and I'll never go back to plastic -- they are safe, easy (fridge, freezer, oven, microwave, dishwasher) and don't stain.
'Joy of Cooking' must-trys
The vegetarian manicotti is wonderful.
Recipe Software: Use it? Like it? Which one?
I just started using the Living Cookbook. It is really easy to use and there's a free 30-day trial: http://www.livingcookbook.com/, So you can see if you like it without purchasing it. (I ended up buying it after two days). However, if you have a mac, try Yummy Soup: http://hungryseacow.com/
22 Sandwiches That Will Change Your Life
Bigelows is awesome! I've never had the Ipswich fried clam roll, but it will be my first stop next time I'm visiting my parents.
Fightin' Words on Vodka
There is absolutely a difference in Vodkas! But I think the best vodka depends upon what you are going to put in it. Stoli is great for dirty martinis, Ketel One (probably my favorite) is great for fruitier drinks. Well vodka is terrible, and smells like rubbing alcohol, but I think I'll try that Brita Filter, that might do the trick!
22 Sandwiches That Will Change Your Life
My hometown Cuban sandwich can't get no love? Awww....
22 Sandwiches That Will Change Your Life
The godmother from Bay Cities in Santa Monica needs to be on here too! Or any sandwich from them, really. It's all about the bread...and giardiniera mmm.
22 Sandwiches That Will Change Your Life
BIGELOWS!! i grew up in rvc and this is truly a classic spot. i had my last family meal here with both my parents and my brother a few years back. brings back great memories. so happy to see it on the list.
22 Sandwiches That Will Change Your Life
Boccalone in SF is fantastic....Collest thing I have had to an Italian panini in the US....
Where to eat in Tucson?
@missvenus: I'm at the Embassy Suites on Broadway.
Thanks everyone for your suggestions. Just need a map.....
Where to eat in Tucson?
@bisbee - No problem. It's not hard to find good food here. You just have to ignore what the guidebook in the hotel tells you. ;-)
Where to eat in Tucson?
THANKS to missvenuz! My parents live in Tuscon- I emailed them the links you provided- I'm sure they appreciate the tips on culinary week!
Where to eat in Tucson?
I dont know about Tuscon but if you get up to Tombstone, Big Nosed Kate's saloon has really terrific quesadilas.
Where to eat in Tucson?
Don't miss Feast (creative, delicious, easy to love food), Jax Kitchen
( Delicious American comfort food), Tavolino (great Italian), Cafe Poca Cosa (for fancy mexican), Dos Mosaic(traditional Mexican) .
Actually, there are so many great restaurants in Tucson, it's hard to make a short list.
I lived there 18 years and go back every month for work. I was there last week, and would say Jax and Feast for me, I never miss an opportunity to at those restaurants.
Where to eat in Tucson?
Also:
http://www.tucsonoriginals.com
Locally owned restaurants. Note: this is the BEST TIME to visit Tucson, as the Tucson Originals group has their $20.09 specials all over town. Check out their website.
Please feel free to email me with questions. I've lived here for a few years now, and I could give you more recommendations. jazzwildcat at gmail.
And I have to ask - which Embassy Suites? Broadway/Craycroft or the airport location?
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Served: New York Is Not the Only Place for a Restaurant
Hannah : I believe your post conveyed a meloncholy feeling that we all feel if we are lucky enough to experiance a " first day of the rest of your life " kind of day . Certainly the last report of a long college career qualifies . Your story of that " day " also has a " is that all there is " kind of feel .Your tie in with your parents and their comfort zone they provide is telling . This post reminds us of our " first days ". As you can tell from the comments some of us handled them well ; others did'nt . Enough "psych 101 " ; that was a freshman required course . Wasn't it ? I can barely remember , jfitz
Served: New York Is Not the Only Place for a Restaurant
Congrats, Hannah. I remember the day I walked out of my last exam in college. It was a like a 20-pound weigh was lifted off my shoulders!
Served: New York Is Not the Only Place for a Restaurant
I think she's making a joke with title.
Your Cookbook Arsenal
I got most of my cookbooks at used book stores, usualy after falling for them as library books--so take sarajane's advice.
My advice is: Madhur Jaffrey's World Vegetarian and World of the East Vegetarian cooking, then the rest of her books, especially for Indian food. Also for Indian food, Julie Sahni's Moghul Microwave (wish she had a tip for getting the vindaloo fragrance out of your micro, though) and her vegetarian cookbook. Anything by the Moosewood group for healthful and delicious food. Elizabeth David's English Bread and Yeast Cookery is a great and inspiring read.
And you will have a great foundation since you already have Joy of Cooking on your list. Do try to get a 1964 or 1975 edition.
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Silver Spring Habanero Mustard...I just can't remember where I got it!
http://www.silverspringgardens.com/mustard.aspx
French's Horseradish Mustard is also good and cheap!
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I bought a this organic Horseradish Mustard, the last time I visited Central Market in Houston. It has a really nice spice to it.
I also like this whole grain mustard... I buy it all the time and it's great mixed in with hummus in a sandwich. Believe, some friends of mine tried it for the first time last week and they couldn't believe it until they tried it...
Madelyn
KarmaFreeCooking
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Scorned Woman Mustard! Hell Hath No Fury Like A Scorned Woman. There's plenty of bite in this jalapeno mustard.
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Koops' Arizona Heat is amazing. Spicy and tasty.
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for some reason I didn't even think to make mustard! hmmmm.
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http://coconutlime.blogspot.com/ has a recipe for grainy deli-style mustard. You could play around with the ingredients to get it just the way you like it.
Your Cookbook Arsenal
foodnetwork.com
vegetariantimes.com
the recipe collections from Cooking Light magazine
Your Cookbook Arsenal
joy of cooking
beard on bread
betty crocker's cookbook
the cake doctor
Your Cookbook Arsenal
Julia's "The Way to Cook"
James Beard's "Theory and Practice of Good Cooking"
Julia's " Baking with Julia"
Rose Levy Beranbaum's "The Cake Bible"
Your Cookbook Arsenal
The Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking cookbook by Marcella Hazan is my favorite cookbook of all time. If I could own only one cookbook, this would be it. I have made pretty much everything in it and only had one recipe come out poorly. I give it as gifts to friends, and always as part of a bridal gift. It is spattered and written upon and beat to hell and I doubt I'll ever stop using it.
The Joy of Cooking is a great go-to. For me, not so much the newer editions. My personal preference is the 1973 edition (it's pretty much the one I learned to cook with) and has never failed me.
For baking, definitely The Cake Bible by Rose Levy Beranbaum. I'm not a baker. I don't even like to bake. I use this book, the stuff comes our wonderfully. Plus, it has some great pictures and pretty much holds your hand thru the process.
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el charro cafe!