I told my family that I would cook Christmas dinner for the first time this year, but on the proviso that I wouldn't cook a turkey (which I hate). They agreed to me cooking a Sea Bass, as long as I also provided some poultry - which will be two small pheasants - for those who don't fancy the Sea Bass (grandma). Now wee need side dishes! [more inside]
posted by munchbunch at 4:49 AM - 8 answers

Help find a similar new model of a 10-15 year old paring knife [more inside]
posted by safepants at 8:02 PM - 11 answers

What's th best Italian restaurant on the South Shore of Boston? Bonus points for proximity to Quincy . . .
posted by eggman at 7:57 PM - 5 answers

I am looking for a recipe from the OLD Joy of Cooking, ca.1970 [more inside]
posted by littleflowers at 5:49 PM - 7 answers

VegetarianFilter: Give me your best veg taco recipes and tips! [more inside]
posted by pghjezebel at 10:31 AM - 31 answers

to dinner party or not to dinner party? [more inside]
posted by janelikes at 8:06 AM - 10 answers

Orange + coffee = truffles? [more inside]
posted by Hakaisha at 11:04 PM - 15 answers

Pre-baked virgin fruitcake. Is it too late to infuse it with brandy or rum? [more inside]
posted by maggieb at 7:55 PM - 6 answers

What can i make out of 20 rindless lemons? [more inside]
posted by nadawi at 5:38 PM - 13 answers

Newbie cook seeks fool-proof recipe for roast goose, for a dinner party tomorrow night. [more inside]
posted by np312 at 4:52 PM - 17 answers

I need new ways to cook some ribeye steaks. [more inside]
posted by NoMich at 11:28 AM - 15 answers

[ Nutrition-Filter ] Evaluate this 24 year-old guy's current diet! [more inside]
posted by platosadvocate at 9:00 AM - 32 answers

Help me find a mid-priced restaurant in Brooklyn for New Years dinner! [more inside]
posted by theflash at 5:45 AM - 4 answers

I'm turning 16 this weekend, and decided to get together with some friends for dinner. Problem is, I have no idea where to go. Suggest a Vancouver restaurant for five 16-18 year olds on a Sunday night? [more inside]
posted by csjc at 1:40 AM - 7 answers

Ravenously hungry in the middle of the night, lazy, and bored with my known options. Also: eating plenty in the daylight. Bonus round: I'm poor. [more inside]
posted by bilabial at 9:01 PM - 20 answers

Recipes that feature a rarely-used spice? Or a spice out of its normal context? [more inside]
posted by kitcat at 8:02 PM - 33 answers

My family isn't doing presents this year. Instead, each of us will cook a spectacular feast for the others during the upcoming holiday break. I want to cook a Japanese feast!! Difficulty: must be vegetarian. [more inside]
posted by Cygnet at 12:21 PM - 21 answers

What can I substitute for ground ginger in a peanut sauce recipe? [more inside]
posted by srrh at 8:11 AM - 11 answers

Help me learn how to like eating seafood. [more inside]
posted by sickinthehead at 7:59 AM - 58 answers

How do I keep my shortbread cookies from spreading? [more inside]
posted by mr. remy at 7:45 AM - 9 answers