Archive for November, 2009

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

How do I roast a bulb of garlic to be had with oil and bread… via some italian restaurants?

Thanks!
Easy!
Cut off top portion of bulb (like 1/2 inch) so that you can see the individual cloves of garlic, but they are still held together. Place bulb on a sheet of foil & drizzle with about 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Wrap bulb loosely up in the foil & bake for 40 minutes [...]

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

Can anyone tell me a good seafood restaurant in boston on the water?

I live in Chelsea and my mom is coming up this weekend so we are looking for a good place to go. I know there is a good one in Nahant and on the way to Nahant. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
Jimmy’s Harborside has been torn down.
If you want seafood on [...]

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

On a diet and eating out at a Chinese restaurant, any suggestions?

It’s my friends birthday and we are going out to a Chinese restaurant for a meal. I don’t want to be defensive about being on a diet. Can anyone suggested anything from a typical Chinese menu, I’m on a Weightwatchers diet. Thanks in advance
Steamed vegetables and brown rice. It’ll fill you up, [...]

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

What appetizers would you expect to see on an Italian restaurant menu?

Hey- that is NOT me giving the thumbs down. Jaunita & Tichur- very good answers!
bruchetta, marinated mushrooms, antipasto (meats: salami, ham, olives, onions) with garlic bread. Roasted garlic and cheese.

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

What are some good NYC restaurants that I can bring my girlfriend to for her birthday?

I’m from just outside of Philadelphia. I’m 18 and my girlriend is turning 18. I’m planning on taking her into NYC for her birthday. Any ideas on good restaurants that I can bring her to? I don’t want to go anywhere cheap, but I also don’t want to go anywhere that will run me a [...]

Saturday, November 28th, 2009

What do you suggest I eat at this Italian restaurant?

I’m visiting Washington D.C. and I’m planning to eat at Buca di Beppo, an Italian restaurant. Please, if you’ve been there, tell me what tastes good there, including the salad, pasta, entree, beverages, and appetizers. If you haven’t been there, go to http://www.bucadibeppo.com/locations/default.aspx and look through the menu under D.C. Help me! I’m not Italian [...]

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

Best fast food restaurant reviews and ratings website?

I always find I am eating too much fast food, and I won’t stop. It’s just so convenient. Nevetheless, I am looking to try some different fast food restaurants to eat at to change the variety. Any websites you can suggest that have good fast food restaurant reviews and ratings?
it’s new, but the best [...]

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

What Cookbook Is Best For Authentic Restaurant Style Pizza?

I’m looking for a cookbook that will allow me to make pizza at home that resemble restaurant/delivery style pizza.
This is a good recipe –
DEEP DISH PIZZA CRUST CHICAGO STYLE
1 c. water
1/4 c. shortening
1 1/2 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 pkg. active dry yeast
1/2 c. lukewarm water
3/4 c. yellow cornmeal
3 or 3 [...]

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

What’s that thing that they use in Italian restaurants with bread after you order?

No, it’s not butter.:P
It’s like this thing with olive oil and red pepper flakes and olives??:S
WHAT IS IT & WHAT IS IT CALLED? I’m dying here: [
Olive Oil Dip for Italian Bread
Serves 4
They serve this dip at the more elite Italian restaurants
1/4 cup olive oil
5 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon [...]

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

whats the best seafood restaurant in manila or near manila?

my bf is coming home from the US and he wants seafood..I want to take him to a really good seafood restaurant. any suggestions pls!! I’ve heard of dampa and seafood wharf..are they really good?
salmon