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Super Bowl Giveaway: 10-Pound Box of Pat LaFrieda Sliders
So far it's a 2 person party of me and my husband cheering loudly for the Giants!
Coolio gave me a stomach ache
"ghetto rapper" and "gangsta thug"? I know that not everyone is a fan of Coolio, but these are just racist misconceptions. He has more of a West coast or party-rap style.
Tipping for Carry Out?
I think tipping is about service and not food. If I'm eating out or ordering carryout/delivery then I'm already paying for the food. The tip is for the person helping you. I tip really well when a wait person give us excellent service and I tip poorly when the wait person ignores/gets the order wrong/disappears for long periods of time and comes back stoned/etc.
I think that tipping for carry out should also be based on service. I have allergies and so most places have to make accommodations. Some servers just hand me a bag and send me on my way. Others check to make sure everything is correct and that I've been taken care of before letting me go. It's about service and you should give what you feel is appropriate. I think that it's obviously a little less work than waiting on a table, but it still IS work (stacking stuff in a bag so it doesn't leak/crush something else, making sure you have all the right stuff/sauces/utensils/napkins, etc).
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Dinner Tonight: Chicken and Rice with Saffron
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gingercookiewithlime answered "Way!" to Anchovies on pizza: Way or no way?
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, January 24, 2011 at 8:55 AM
gingercookiewithlime answered "Yes, food I make" to Do You Give Food As Gifts?
Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, December 14, 2010 at 11:15 AM
gingercookiewithlime answered "Fresh Nutmeg " to What Kind of Nutmeg Do You Use?
Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, December 2, 2010 at 7:00 PM
gingercookiewithlime answered "At my own place" to Where Are You Eating Thanksgiving?
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Win Pop Chart Lab's "Constitutions of Classic Cocktails" Poster
Amaretto! It's really good in orange juice. I know there's a name for the cocktail, but I have no idea...
Super Bowl Giveaway: 10-Pound Box of Pat LaFrieda Sliders
So far it's a 2 person party of me and my husband cheering loudly for the Giants!
Coolio gave me a stomach ache
"ghetto rapper" and "gangsta thug"? I know that not everyone is a fan of Coolio, but these are just racist misconceptions. He has more of a West coast or party-rap style.
Tipping for Carry Out?
I think tipping is about service and not food. If I'm eating out or ordering carryout/delivery then I'm already paying for the food. The tip is for the person helping you. I tip really well when a wait person give us excellent service and I tip poorly when the wait person ignores/gets the order wrong/disappears for long periods of time and comes back stoned/etc.
I think that tipping for carry out should also be based on service. I have allergies and so most places have to make accommodations. Some servers just hand me a bag and send me on my way. Others check to make sure everything is correct and that I've been taken care of before letting me go. It's about service and you should give what you feel is appropriate. I think that it's obviously a little less work than waiting on a table, but it still IS work (stacking stuff in a bag so it doesn't leak/crush something else, making sure you have all the right stuff/sauces/utensils/napkins, etc).
The Vegan Experience, Day 13: The Halfway Mark
Being a vegan in Philly is really easy. We have vegan coffee shops, a pizza place that also makes awesome cheesesteaks, lots of restaurants that offer vegan options (or are completely vegan like Horizons/Vedge). Even Citizens Bank park has vegan options.
I have a dairy allergy and I still eat meat, but all these vegan restaurants just make eating without fear of dying so incredibly easy! For example, today I had lunch delivered to my office by Miss Rachel (http://missrachelspantry.com/) and it was amazing! I had a barbecue seitan sandwich, a bowl of ginger lentil soup, apple and a macaroon for $11.
Children's Book Giveaway: 'Chopsticks'
I love chopsticks! I carry a set around in my purse because they are so great for lunch and I hate using disposable utensils.
The Vegan Experience, Day 10: Surprise! 7 Foods You Thought Were Vegan!
There are also a lot of non food products that aren't vegan. I worked with a vegan painter once who loved to use shellac for finishes until I told her what it was made of (bugs). Animal products are everywhere.
dining etiquette conundrum
Just say it. No judgement, no corny jokes, just say "hey it happens and if it happened to me, I would want to know.
I call shenanigans!
I once dated a guy who ate poppy seed bagels, hot dogs, and Kraft mac and cheese. That's it. His freezer was full of bagels. His fridge had hot dogs, butter, and milk. His cabinets were stocked full of blue boxes of mac and cheese (all the same type, he wouldn't even vary from the plainest version!). We lasted about 2 weeks. I can't even begin to understand the food issues he had.
What makes a great specialty food store?
My fav specialty shop in Athens, OH would order stuff if they didn't carry it. The customer service was really the best part and I miss them now that I'm one of the masses in a big city.
GIN!
We just got a bottle of Bluecoat. I haven't tried it (I like gin too much) but my husband loves it.
The Vegan Experience, Day 0
I agree that it is a good thing to try out. I feel like a lot of people just make assumptions about veganism without actually trying it out or thinking about what it really means. Make sure you get enough calcium/b12 and whatnot.
I recommend Vegan Treats (in Bethlehem, PA but they deliver I think) for amazing donuts and cakes and sugary things! I'm sure NY has it's share of amazing vegan options, but if you're in the Philly area I have a whole list of awesome places.
Has anyone heard of secret sister pickles?
Are the pickles secretly made out of her sister? Like the whole soylent green thing?
That's the Spirit: Art in the Age Root, Snap, and Rhuby Liqueurs
My husband loves Root and I love Snap. I use it in pie crusts instead of vodka and I love it in hot cider. I'm from Philly so we've had it around here for a couple of years. They're not to pricey and they make great gifts.
Would You Buy Wine in Mini-Boxes?
I would get them! I only use wine for cooking and keeping a giant bottle in the fridge is a huge pain. We end up throwing out half of it or knocking the bottle over and spilling it all over shelf/breaking the bottle.
Ideas for Saffron?
I second the mussels. It's so perfect and easy!
You could also try paella or just plain old saffron rice (I like to toss some frozen peas at the end and serve with chicken or shrimp).
How do chefs peel garlic?
I used to work in a restaurant and the chef would have me peel the garlic (I was the prep person) or just order jars of already peeled garlic.
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Counter Culture Coffee Subscription
I just love the smell, can't drink it. My SO drinks a quart of black coffee each morning though, so this could be useful.
Giveaway: Frank Sinatra's New Best of the Best Album and DVD
New York, New York! On The Town was my first Sinatra movie and I still love the music.
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Counter Culture Coffee Subscription
I hate coffee. But my husband drinks a quart of black black black coffee each morning.
Cutting Boards.
I have a giant butcher block that I use as my cutting table. But I have small wooden cutting boards and small plastic ones. Mostly the cutting boards are for portability (getting stuff from the block to the stove) or for smelly things like onions/garlic.
Talking to strangers in restaurants about food they're eating.
It depends on if they seem friendly and I try not to be a jerk about it. I was at a restaurant in Philly a few months ago and the woman at the table next to me was obviously a regular and her friend was completely new to the restaurant, so I asked her for suggestions. She was obviously flattered to share her opinion. I've also found that just saying "wow that looks awesome/delicious/whatever" can sometimes get another diner to volunteer a response.
What food smell do you hate?
Tomato soup. I love tomato sauce, but tomato soup smells differently to me and it's just really gross.
What's essential for spanish rice?
I'm with redfish. My family is from Spain and our rice is rice was just made with water and saffron.
I am curious about what this dish is, though.
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Multi grain Pumpkin Seed Bread recipe
Posted by gingercookiewithlime, April 26, 2010 at 9:48 PM
Philadelphia Center City Restaurant week!
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New Year's Eve food traditions
Posted by gingercookiewithlime, December 30, 2009 at 8:54 PM
Christopher Walken cooking show...
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Food Processor recommendation...
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Dinner Tonight: Chicken and Rice with Saffron
Posted by Blake Royer, June 11, 2009 at 4:45 PM
Dinner Tonight: Tortilla Espanola
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gingercookiewithlime answered "Way!" to Anchovies on pizza: Way or no way?
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, January 24, 2011 at 8:55 AM
gingercookiewithlime answered "Yes, food I make" to Do You Give Food As Gifts?
Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, December 14, 2010 at 11:15 AM
gingercookiewithlime answered "Fresh Nutmeg " to What Kind of Nutmeg Do You Use?
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gingercookiewithlime answered "At my own place" to Where Are You Eating Thanksgiving?
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gingercookiewithlime answered "Another Gummy Animal or Shape (please specify below)" to What's Your Favorite Gummy Candy?
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gingercookiewithlime answered "Thai noodle truck" to What food truck would you most love to see?
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gingercookiewithlime answered "Yes" to Should Food Trucks and Carts Get a Letter Grade Like Restaurants?
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gingercookiewithlime answered "I like the variation as long as there's some sort of fixed menu." to Do You Like Rotating Menus?
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gingercookiewithlime answered "A corner slice" to When it comes to square-cut pizza, I prefer ...
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gingercookiewithlime answered "Ming Tsai" to Which Celebrity Chef Would You Most Like To Meet?
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gingercookiewithlime answered "Drip brew" to How Do You Brew Your Coffee?
Poll posted by Robyn Lee, September 29, 2010 at 8:00 AM
gingercookiewithlime answered "A la carte" to Do you order sushi omakase or à la carte?
Poll posted by The Serious Eats Team, September 14, 2010 at 11:30 AM
gingercookiewithlime answered "Hot coffee" to This Morning: Hot Coffee or Iced Coffee?
Poll posted by Carey Jones, September 15, 2010 at 7:30 AM
gingercookiewithlime answered "No" to Do You Buy Store Brands More Often Than Name Brands?
Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, September 8, 2010 at 8:00 PM
gingercookiewithlime answered "No" to Do you work — or have you ever worked — in a pizzeria or the pizza industry?
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, September 6, 2010 at 10:30 AM
gingercookiewithlime answered "I've never had one and I'd like to keep it that way." to Do You Like Chili Burgers?
Poll posted by Robyn Lee, September 2, 2010 at 9:45 AM
gingercookiewithlime answered "Fresh" to Do you prefer canned or fresh mushrooms on your pizza?
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, August 30, 2010 at 8:50 AM
gingercookiewithlime answered "No" to Are You Eating Fewer Eggs
Poll posted by Erin Zimmer, August 25, 2010 at 7:00 AM
gingercookiewithlime answered "I don't drink." to Do You Drink at Brunch?
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gingercookiewithlime answered "Bendy" to Straight or bendy, that is the question.
Poll posted by Adam Kuban, August 19, 2010 at 7:00 PM
gingercookiewithlime answered "A month" to What's The Longest You've Gone Without Eating a Burger
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gingercookiewithlime answered "A year" to What's the longest you've gone without eating pizza?
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gingercookiewithlime answered "Paper" to Paper or plastic?
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gingercookiewithlime answered "Cubed" to How Do You Like Your Ice?
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gingercookiewithlime answered "Yes" to Do you like "fusion burgers"?
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Amaretto! It's really good in orange juice. I know there's a name for the cocktail, but I have no idea...