http://www.chow.com/boards/15 Sat, 03 Mar 2007 16:33:51 GMT Keep track of the lastest threads on Chowhound http://www.chow.com/topics/334709#5164475 Does anyone know if the Supremo/Shop&Bag on N. Broad sells frozen aji amarillo peppers? Sun, 08 Nov 2009 05:56:50 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/334709#5164475 http://www.chow.com/topics/664637#5164401 Potato and glass noodle salad Spring ginger salad squid salad Chicken keema Sun, 08 Nov 2009 04:43:55 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/664637#5164401 http://www.chow.com/topics/463273#5164291 Well, now that you've pulled this post up from the grave, there's also Wegman's in Warrington. Not a huge selection, but a decent one! Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:25:56 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/463273#5164291 http://www.chow.com/topics/665498#5164243 My husband and I will be spending our first wedding anniversary in Philly and will be attending the PA Ballet on a Saturday evening. Would appreciate recommendations for romantic (or semi romantic) restaurants within walking distance from the Academy of Music. (NO Asian, Middle Eastern or Mexican please). Thanks! Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:59:09 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665498#5164243 http://www.chow.com/topics/665477#5164196 jazziellen - I'd suggest Slate Bleu in Doylestown - no jazz (well, maybe not live), just really good food! Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:35:09 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665477#5164196 http://www.chow.com/topics/665489#5164184 We have been eating at Colao's for 5 years and we have never been disappointed. We come to Erie on business several times a year and make a point of always eating at Colao's. The veal is as good as anywhere we have found. Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:22:38 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665489#5164184 http://www.chow.com/topics/665488#5164183 I figure there must be a few of you out there. I love Winter Harvest, but there are so many products I wonder about. I thought it might be fun to start a thread about what things you've tried that you love, or that you wouldn't order again. I'm particularly curious about the various preserved/pickled items, various sausages, and prepared foods. I usually just stick to pretty simple things--love the hammon sweet potatoes, the yogurt, gold rush apples, and some basic cuts of meat. My son is addicted to Margerum's sour cherry jelly. So, what's your experience? I'm looking forward to more ideas about what to order. Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:22:27 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665488#5164183 http://www.chow.com/topics/665486#5164171 We just ate at 1201 Kitchen tonight and think this is now the best restaurant in Erie. The creativity and quality of food is incredible. This restaurant would stand up to its peer in any city in the US. Chef Kern's take on asian fusion cuisine is amazing. Try the roasted romaine or the warm arugula salad. The squash potstickers and fried oysters are excellent and the pumpkin spice creme brulee is like nothing you have ever eaten in your life. Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:14:59 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665486#5164171 http://www.chow.com/topics/665485#5164168 Just wanted to let everyone know what an incredible place this is. We're from North Carolina and I was determined to find great Italian in Philadelphia b/c the pickings are thin locally. No reservations hurt some since we have a 3 year-old and we did not arrive until 5:50. We waited about 40 minutes a Saturday night. We were also not prepared for the BYO wine. Of course this was all our fault. However, the food, service and price could not be better. Actually, I thought I would be paying twice as much before I left. Bucatini and Paccheri were incredible. Octopus special and whole fish were sublime. I thought the Fagliolata was also very good. Just got back from SF and had a great time but this was just as good but much less expensive. Also ate at SideCar for brunch. Another great experience. chicken and waffles, Challah French Toast, crab omelet, and bloody mary's were something to write home about. Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:14:34 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665485#5164168 http://www.chow.com/topics/664535#5164020 Try using Cooper Sharp in lieu of American cheese... Melts the same, but has more flavor. Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:40:16 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/664535#5164020 http://www.chow.com/topics/665371#5163987 I only tried Mr. Martino's once, but went with three other people (two were French) and we were all underwhelmed. For the cramped quarters, we expected more. It was OK, but not anything special. Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:25:43 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665371#5163987 http://www.chow.com/topics/665466#5163977 They are the same as they've always been if you like that style. I prefer less of a "pizza style" sandwich. You certainly don't walk away from one hungry. Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:21:35 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665466#5163977 http://www.chow.com/topics/665446#5163924 www.pennavefishcompany.com in the Strip District should be a good start for Clam Chowder and other seafood. Fish Mkt with some items to eat in - not a restaurant per se. We like Girasole in Shadyside for Italian. Although it's had it's detractors of late. Not typical "red sauce" joint. Generally take a look at the various Big Burrito restaurants. Point Brugge in Point Breeze. You may find City Paper and Pittsburgh magazine helpful. Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:46:12 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665446#5163924 http://www.chow.com/topics/665266#5163918 The Kitchen Bar is very nice, but farther. I think you made a good choice. Hope it goes well. Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:42:34 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665266#5163918 http://www.chow.com/topics/664320#5163818 Loag's Corner Turkey Farm on RT 81, not far from Paoli, have had 5 turkeys from there and they were the best birds I have ever had......need to call now and reserve your day to pick up and size, and they do come big!!!!! If your oven can handle.... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:48:02 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/664320#5163818 http://www.chow.com/topics/665345#5163662 It's between Market and Chestnut. The last restaurant in this location was an Indian spot, Ashoka Palace I believe it was called. Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:14:37 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665345#5163662 http://www.chow.com/topics/663734#5163530 I'm pretty sure I saw them slicing prosciutto di parma off the bone at DiBruno on 9th St a while ago. I don't know if that is more common, and I think they used a slicer. Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:58:05 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/663734#5163530 http://www.chow.com/topics/665061#5163507 i believe that Nine on Nine, downtown has quail on occasion. Even if they don't, it's worth the trip! http://burghfeeding.blogspot.com/ Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:47:48 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665061#5163507 http://www.chow.com/topics/665379#5163487 Thanks for the great review! That's a place that I've been curious about, and now I'll be sure to go there. http://burghfeeding.blogspot.com/ Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:37:14 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665379#5163487 http://www.chow.com/topics/659105#5163137 Thanks for the report back. I'm glad you liked Lidia's, it's always getting mixed reviews on here but it's a personal favorite. Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/659105#5163137 http://www.chow.com/topics/622204#5163126 I ate there last night. I'm in no great rush to go back. I thought the prices were a bit too high for that type of place. I had the goulash soup which was just odd. It had some very pronounced seasonings that overwhelmed the dish. My husband had the Goulash over spaetzle and I preferred his dish. It was more balanced. i also had the smoked trout salad which was just ok. It was loaded with smoked trout, but the salad itself needed some zing. We got there aroung 6:30 and it was busy, but not overly noisy. I know some have complained about the noise, so perhaps an early dinner is a better option here. Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:53:53 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/622204#5163126 http://www.chow.com/topics/616807#5163028 Chefpaulo has it dead on. Their website that I looked at just now is very amateurish looking and feeling as well. Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:56:00 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/616807#5163028 http://www.chow.com/topics/381295#5162925 Was this referring to noodi thai in west chester, morisbelvins? Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:29:38 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/381295#5162925 http://www.chow.com/topics/665350#5162815 I'm looking for either a place where I can get pre-made Sofrito or the ingredients to make Sofrito in Philadelphia. Anyone have any leads ? Sat, 07 Nov 2009 08:34:18 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665350#5162815 http://www.chow.com/topics/662526#5162442 Just returned from Philly and had a wonderful time! Really loved the city! We were busy with conference activities, but got to have some great meals/drinks while in town. The first night, we went to Tria at Rittenhouse.....it was perfect. Great food, amazing cheese, and interesting beer/wine selection. It was packed, but we had a seat in only about ten minutes. We also tried Village Whiskey and had the $25+ burger with foie gras--amazing!--as well as some snacks, including fries, cheese puffs, pretzels. Yum! Fantastic whiskey selection as well, and loved the atmosphere. Terminal market was so close and perfect for breakfast/lunch. We went to the crepe place for breakfast one day and the Dutch Eating Place for lunch (had turkey melt special--soo good!), and I bought some fudge today before we left...from Sweet as Fudge Candy Shop. Literally the best fudge I've had in years. I've already gone to their website to see if I could buy more online, but no luck :(. We also took a late night trip to Pats (had to do it!!) which was fun. FWIW, I didn't think the cheesesteak was all that special, but a cool experience nonetheless... I'm happy to say that I only ate one meal in the hotel, which makes me very happy. I really do appreciate everyone's insight and help re: places to go/eat in Philly. Chowhound makes visiting new cities so much more tasty! :) Let me know if you come to Norfolk/Va Beach/Hampton roads! Thanks again...and I can't wait to come back! Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:13:01 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/662526#5162442 http://www.chow.com/topics/594052#5162229 Living in North Wales, I've been to the following local sushi joints: Cho Cho's Eastern Dragon Sushikazu Fuji Minado Blue Fin Miraku Lai Lai Gardens Joa Spamps Umai Fortunately for me, the closest is, hands down, the best: Umai. I ate there when they first opened and was immediately impressed. I have been back no fewer than 10 times and every single time is nothing less than amazing. While their rolls are great and they have some original ones, for me where they really shine is in their sashimi. Always fresh, always great texture and flavor, and great variety. Not to mention that they know how to prepare and present it perfectly. It has become the standard by which I judge all other sushi joints. Oh and the complimentary kale juice is always an appreciated gesture. Going tonight actually... Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:54:03 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/594052#5162229 http://www.chow.com/topics/472230#5162153 While you may be confusing the name of the place with a certain throat lozenge, The Fisherman Restaurant in Phoenixville is as old school as it gets, and I love it. Totally dig their croquettes and authentic old school vibe, and hope they never change it. I always preferred their diner type food to the Vale Rio, but be prepped, it's pretty plain American food, nothing fancy. Here's a link to a piece I wrote about it for my website Retro Roadmap - I think the fact that I entitled it "My Fave Restaurant In Town" tells you something! http://retroroadmap.com/2009/06/30/the-fisherman-my-fave-restaurant-in-town/ Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:23:37 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/472230#5162153 http://www.chow.com/topics/589964#5161992 Thanks for the info. I'll post a review on Sunday. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:35:19 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/589964#5161992 http://www.chow.com/topics/665023#5161964 I looove that Sicilian chickpea wrap thing. My god it's so good and it's such a good size if you aren't super super hungry. And $4?!? Wow. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:25:45 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665023#5161964 http://www.chow.com/topics/665018#5161863 I rather enjoy Branzino, a BYOB. http://www.branzinophilly.com/menu.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:52:59 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665018#5161863 http://www.chow.com/topics/665138#5161858 um, yeah, don't do that. finding a spot at whole foods is a pain if you are actually shopping there and people leaving their cars there = schmucks. i grew up and live 2 blocks south of 7th and south so i do have a few good recommendations for parking. 1. be prepared to walk. NEVER in my 14 years of driving has it taken me 30 minutes to find a spot in my neighborhood. you just have to be creative and not expect to park within a block of your destination. 2. so, where to park - head south on 8th or 10th (not 6th, too many non-locals loop between 6th and front) and weave up and down the streets between bainbridge and christian. you may have to go a little south of christian, but this is still less than a ten minute walk from brauhaus. beware of 2 hour parking signs though. 3. there are a few free municipal lots in the area, one at 7th and fitzwater, on christian between 7th and 8th and around 7th and carpenter (just south of christian). free = yay! 4. as for pay lots, the ones on delaware are definitely good and you get to walk up all of south street, which is nice. there are also a few lots on south street, though i am sure they are spensivo. there is one on lombard between 2nd and 3rd as well and you can enter a south st one on bainbridge (between 4th and 3rd?). 5. take a bus or a taxi from another part of town. if you want to park in center city (if you're more familiar with it), taxis are always a safe bet.... good luck! that place has some damn good stuff...... Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:51:27 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665138#5161858 http://www.chow.com/topics/663849#5161517 I really like the curry dishes at Thai Pepper in Wayne, but their pad thai is waaaay too sweet for my tastes. They also have fantastic lunch specials. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:11:28 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/663849#5161517 http://www.chow.com/topics/660066#5161248 I tried the Philly Hot Dog Cafe for lunch today. The rolls are very good, the pickles on the Vienna were great (like the ones you get on Easton Style dogs). The chili sauce was very basic (probably straight of a can with chili powder added). I agree with the observation that the dogs would be better if grilled. They have a nice griddle and the casing on their dogs would be crispy instead of soggy. Its a nice place but if I am in that area, I will head to Speck's instead. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:45:46 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/660066#5161248 http://www.chow.com/topics/665205#5161239 Check the beer distributor on 11th and Christian - I think they sell it. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:43:27 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665205#5161239 http://www.chow.com/topics/460860#5161235 I live in Hershey and would reccoment Houlihan's (also owned by Hershey Entertainment) on Chocolate Ave. and Park Ave. If Hershey Pantry is open while you are here, be sure to try it! They have the best breakfasts ever! They are on Chocolate Ave going towards Palmyra. Hotel Hershey is too overpriced and no one local goes there! Everything else is chains like Bob Evans, Red Robin, Fuddruckers, and Applebees...not really holiday fare, but still good food. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:43:08 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/460860#5161235 http://www.chow.com/topics/628808#5161091 I was just there and I think we were at two different restaurants! My husband and I went to Gimaro's last night and it was AWFUL! I didnt mind that it still looked like Bennigans...it was no secret that that's what it used to be. We were seated quickly...it wasnt busy at all. We ordered drinks and then our appetizer came...the southwest sampler...the eggrolls were ok (hard to mess up a frozen eggroll!) but the nachos and the quesadillas were disgusting! They put the lettuce and tomato inside the quesadilla so they were all hot and slimy....but worse than that the cheese or something in it was definitely spoiled....the whole plate smelled like sour milk! We didnt get checked on either...we sat there with the stinky plate on our table for a long time...finally my husband asked someone to come over and remove it. Then our server came back to us finally after about half an hour and said something about being locked in the walk-in...I didnt think that could even happen anymore! We decided to stay because we ordered fish and chips and figured how bad could you mess up (probably frozen) fish and chips? Well, you can leave them in the fryer too long. When they came out the color of the breading was as dark as chocolate and the fries were super greasy. We picked at it but didnt even eat half (at least the fish wasnt spoiled). We only were offered 50% off of our appetizer plate which was mostly uneaten. During all this we were listening to the couple seated behind us. The woman had ordered one of their "fresh seafood steamer pots" and half way through it found that her a lot of her seafood was still frozen. When she told her server, she only took off 20% and told her she should have said something right away, like it was her fault. I'm sure she would have said something sooner if anyone had asked!!! All this took about an hour and 40 minutes which is ridiculous for a quick fish and chips dinner when seated immediately. The one bright spot was the side of broccoli..it was definitely fresh not frozen and cooked perfectly. Whoever was on the veggie station is the only competent person there I think! Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:57:56 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/628808#5161091 http://www.chow.com/topics/664862#5160346 Thank you so much, just perfect! Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:24:18 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/664862#5160346 http://www.chow.com/topics/389276#5159938 @JCap: No...I've been meaning to try Rustica for some time. My favorite pizza in the area is at Villa Ponte in Stockton, NJ (search NJ board for several reviews, plus see review at sliceny.com). Recently visited Nomad Pizza in Hopewell, NJ for the first time...fantastic. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:13:09 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/389276#5159938 http://www.chow.com/topics/654422#5159894 Vino in Northern Liberties - good, brick oven, cheaper than Stella and Osteria. They'll have both the "authentic" as you call it and some offerings with weird toppings (I like the roast pork and broccili rabe). Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:41:48 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/654422#5159894 http://www.chow.com/topics/660850#5159786 agreed, these incredible chocolates are very loved in Vermont, thank goodness for that website! c. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:51:57 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/660850#5159786 http://www.chow.com/topics/665066#5159777 Hello all, I recently read a review about these high end artisan chocolates from the Mechanicsburg area and having moved to Vermont from that same general area, (central PA.) I couldn't wait to try them. I bought them for my wife of course(ahem...ahem!) WOW! Incredible! Great packaging, great flavor, beautiful, almost a shame to eat. Living in Vermont now, I really loved a specific treat called the Burlington. Honestly folks, this will be my stop for chocolates for now on, and what a beautiful website. Check it out derrychurchartisanchocolates.com Now, it is on the pricey side, but honestly if compared to other local chocolate companies in the area here in Vermont, its average pricing for a much better product. If only they had a store front in Stowe! oh well! C. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:47:14 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665066#5159777 http://www.chow.com/topics/663810#5159612 I should have read the reviews before I went. I didnt think to check,but most people seemed pretty disapointed in the food and service and I agree with them. Too bad we waisted our time and $. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:26:54 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/663810#5159612 http://www.chow.com/topics/642222#5159605 I had the same bad experience.I posted Nov.1 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:21:59 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/642222#5159605 http://www.chow.com/topics/655218#5159519 The Roadhouse is a nice little romantic place. They used to have great jazz duos. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:46:06 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/655218#5159519 http://www.chow.com/topics/663231#5159023 I too was hoping for something other than Mediterranean Italian. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:44:38 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/663231#5159023 http://www.chow.com/topics/663300#5158820 I've been a few times over the years, the first time being around 2000 or so. It's a good date place in the sense that you can have conversation and some laughs over the course of the meal, which you control the pace of. Is it expensive, sure but it can lend itself to a nice evening since the meal can last quite some time and I've never been rushed. They don't try to flip tables quickly. Is it the best food around, not really but all in all if you have the time to sit there and like to talk then it's fun. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:38:40 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/663300#5158820 http://www.chow.com/topics/664881#5158704 I also use this brand for cocktail meatballs, simmered in equal parts chili sauce and grape jelly. It's always the biggest hit at our superbowl party. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:04:37 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/664881#5158704 http://www.chow.com/topics/664884#5158284 4.5 Miles south on 611 is El Mariachi, a BYO mexican restaurant that is not bad. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:09:54 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/664884#5158284