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Haven't head of them, but found this:

http://www.roadfood.com/Forums/KOEPPEN39S-SNAPPIES-m180367.aspx

http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/189956

Yangming is great. I also like Positano Ristorante in Ardmore (but it's been a few years since I lived in Philly so I can't vouch for it's current state, maybe someone else has been there recently). Susanna Foo in Radnor is also very good (same disclaimer as above).

My personal favs: Cozy Corner, Blues City Cafe and Commissary but Dbrackst has a pretty solid list. Everyone generally goes to Central and Rendevous since they're the more well known institutions, but I agree with Teachertalk that some of the smaller places have them beat. Also, if you want bbq nachos, I'd recommend going to a Redbirds game and getting them there. It's the best part of going to a game!

@fatfudge Thank goodness I'm not crazy! I must have looked at that picture and description twenty times trying to figure out when Cracker Barrel started serving Spam.

I just got a pair of Calphalon oven mitts and pot holders and have been pretty happy with them. They have silicone strips on them which I like because they don't slip off of the pot handles. I don't think they're rated as high, maybe 500 degrees or so, but I haven't had a problem with any melting so far. The only drawback is that the mitts are cut a little small - it works well for me because they actually fit but they're a little snug for my husband.

Grainy mustard, a little mayo and swiss cheese. Lettuce and tomato are optional.

Bagels, nova, cream cheese, red onion and capers. If not, then french toast with a heavy dusting of powdered sugar. Great, it's 10:30 at night and now I want brunch!

I second jaf's idea about going out and trying a variety. Grab a couple of friends who like sushi and start ordering! Most of the places I've been the sushi chefs are very helpful and knowledgable. I'm sure they'd be able to start you off with some rolls that you might enjoy.

Depending on your boss and work situation, you may just want to go out with them and let them know that you haven't had that much exposure to sushi. Your boss might be flattered that you're trying something new because of him and that you want his suggestions.

And, if all else fails and you find you don't like it, most places serve more than just sushi. I have plenty of friends and a bf that won't touch it and there's no shame in that! I wouldn't let sushi stand in the way of spending time with your office folks.

Thanks for all of the great ideas! I know the meal isn't traditional but we're having the standard turkey, gravy, etc at the BF's parents and my parents aren't huge on the traditional foods - we like to change things up. Last year was Cuban food and the year before my mom made corned beef and cabbage! I'll have to decide what I'm going to add (the creamed onions sound fantastic and I can't believe I didn't think about pre-meal snacks) and don't worry, wine is a given!

Are we dating the same guy? My BF won't touch mayo or mustard. He'll make me a sandwich and turn green when he uses those! He also hates the vast majority of vegetables and thinks they smell...

Seriously, though, I don't think food issues have to be a deal breaker as long as other parts of the relationship are there. If you're making a list there's obviously something bothering you and I'd focus more on how he treats you and whether you and he are willing to make compromises for each other.

I'd love it if my BF would be more adventurous, but he's always willing to take me resturants where he knows there's probably only one thing he'll eat. He'll also try new stuff that I make, even if the end result is that I have yummy leftovers for lunch and he has a sandwich for dinner. If you can't see compromising about this, then it sounds like a deal breaker, but as much as I love food I think there's more important things to focus on in a relationship.

Pound cake!

I'd toss them on top of a nice green salad or pasta salad with a tangy vinagrette. They also sound like they'd be good as an antipasto with a great cheese, some olives, bread, etc.