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California Nevada Lake Tahoe Bakery Farmers' Market

Farmers markets/grocers/bakeries in Tahoe and vicinity

by sordftr 6 years ago

Thanks for your attention and help in advance!

We will be up in the Tahoe area by the 17th of August, for the rest of the month, supporting an adventure race. We've seen good info on restaurants in the area,but I'm looking for something I've not seen much discussion on. I'm currently dealing with cancer and so my interest in food is very unpredictable, but fresh fruit seems to be a consistent winner. I've seen this site on farmers markets:
http://www.ediblerenotahoe.com/2012-0...
But I was hoping for some 'reviews' to help me avoid the more trinket and soap types. We'll be moving around a great deal in support of the race, so Nevada and the areas west and south of Tahoe might be within striking distance. In the same regard, any particularly good markets with produce? And good (bread/rolls) bakeries would also be handy. Any reccs ?

Thanks again for helping making this trip more enjoyable!

Sordftr

Thanks for your attention and help in advance!

We will be up in the Tahoe area by the 17th of August, for the rest of the month, supporting an adventure race. We've seen good info on restaurants in the area,but I'm looking for something I've not seen much discussion on. I'm currently dealing w...

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Markets & Stores

San Diego Cardoon Where to Buy...

Where can I buy Cardoon?

by alegramarcel 7 years ago

sordftr commented 7 years ago

The only place local I've seen it is the Sprouts in Eastlake. And very short appearances at that. Best call to see if they are still stocking it.

Home Cooking

Using Spinach Powder

by sordftr 7 years ago

I have some hand-me-down spinach powder I'm looking to find a use for. Web sources most often refer to using it in smoothies, and I'm not at all interested in using it in that way, but more a base for soups or in dips, frittatas, pasta, that sort of thing. My limited experimentation with re-hydrating the powder usually finds the base rather grainy. Anyone have experience in using it in this way? I would love some tips.

Thanks!

Late add: Excellent ideas from all of you; my thanks! Esp. the ideas concerning alternate ingredients for re-hydrating. Don't know why but that had completely passed me by. Back to the lab for some trials...

I have some hand-me-down spinach powder I'm looking to find a use for. Web sources most often refer to using it in smoothies, and I'm not at all interested in using it in that way, but more a base for soups or in dips, frittatas, pasta, that sort of thing. My limited experimentation with re-hydra...

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Markets & Stores

Trader Joe's Yay ... Trader Joe's Winter

Trader Joe's YAY/MEH/NAY - November 2014 [Old]

by fldhkybnva 7 years ago

sordftr commented 7 years ago

I like the canned mandarins in a yogurt smoothie for breakfast. Kinda like a creamsicle.

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Restaurants & Bars

San Diego Restaurant Nostalgia

Who's familiar with 'old' San Diego restaurants?

by Beach Chick 11 years ago

sordftr commented 7 years ago

Anyone remember Carnegie A440 Pizza Hall? Just north of UCSD in the valley. Spent a great deal of time there back when there were darn few places near UCSD to eat. (We'd go to the Bratskeller when we were interested in 'fine' dining).

Markets & Stores

Trader Joe's Yay ... Trader Joe's

Trader Joe's YAY/MEH/NAY - October 2014 [old]

by fldhkybnva 7 years ago

sordftr commented 7 years ago

Seconded; those are always on my shopping list, for cooking or eating out of hand.

Markets & Stores

San Diego

San Diego Public Market - RIP?

by sordftr 7 years ago

Drove past it today and there was a sign offering 91,000 sq ft for lease (I think) by owner. Anyone know the story?

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Site Feedback (Archive)

Anyone using TenFourFox as a browser?

by sordftr 8 years ago

To make a long story short, I'm trying the browser TenFourFox on my old Mac and it doesn't seem to get along with the Chowhound site. Anyone have any experience on improving that browser's performance?

Many thanks!

Sordftr

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Home Cooking

Why not roast some duck?

by Monica 8 years ago

sordftr commented 8 years ago

A recipe I've had good success with, is Alton Brown's:

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/al...

It seems rather complicated but once you've done it a couple of times it's quite easy.

Restaurants & Bars

San Diego

Olive bar

by kimlife 8 years ago

sordftr commented 8 years ago

For cheese, try Venissimo Cheese. They have a branch at the Flower Hill Mall in Del Mar.

Restaurants & Bars

San Diego

old restaurants

by franchesco 8 years ago

sordftr commented 8 years ago

Nope: started out at Revelle and ended up graduating the first class out of Fourth. But the topics of conversation were much the same...

Restaurants & Bars

San Diego

old restaurants

by franchesco 8 years ago

sordftr commented 8 years ago

Great memories, indeed! I attended UCSD from '73 to '77 and since I had a car I'd help ferry a crowd of students to the Bratskellar far more times than I could afford. Always had the King Henry's Feast, and we'd argue great issues of literature, philosophy and economics. Thanks for sharing that and re-warming some heart's cockles.

Home Cooking

Basil

Besides pesto with basil, what other herbs or whatnot have you used to make a similar type mix?

by coll 8 years ago

sordftr commented 8 years ago

Consider using sorrel. It has a nice lemony bite that is quite different. This recipe:

http://edibleallegheny.com/carrot-rib...

uses it as a dressing but I've used over potatoes, pasta, and the like.

Our single sorrel plant gives us more than enough to keep a steady supply in the house!

Markets & Stores

Trader Joe's Yay ...

Trader Joe's Yay/Nay Thread - February 2013 [OLD]

by littleflower 9 years ago

sordftr commented 9 years ago

A Yay (and many happy returns) to the jarred Luque olives. Great for cooking with, and eating out of hand

Home Cooking

Use for cranberries that ISN'T sauce

by juliejulez 9 years ago

sordftr commented 9 years ago

I've made variations on these recipes (red cabbage with cranberries, and kale with cranberries):
http://www.theveggietable.com/recipes...
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recip...

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Restaurants & Bars

San Diego

ISO Diamond Salt locally

by sordftr 9 years ago

sordftr commented 9 years ago

That'll work. I don't recall seeing last time I was there (been a while since I've been to a Ralph's I admit) but I'll ask. Thanks!

Sordftr

Restaurants & Bars

San Diego

ISO Diamond Salt locally

by sordftr 9 years ago

My (admittedly rather casual) attempts to buy Diamond salt locally have been bootless. Anyone know of a source, preferably South Bay or central SD? Membership stores are not preferred but I might be able to get a friend to pick some up if needs be.

Thanks!

Sordftr

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Restaurants & Bars

San Diego

Anyone tried salami from the MeatMen?

by sordftr 9 years ago

We heard a bit about them when Knight folded, but nothing since. Any comments on their salami?

Sordftr

http://meatmenstore.com/

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Home Cooking

What do you cook with sorrel or chervil?

by pane 9 years ago

sordftr commented 9 years ago

My lady wife has been growing lots of sorrel in the garden and we love it in a mixed green salad; it adds a surprising bit of lemony bite. Another recipe we been having often is braised radishes with sorrel:
http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/bu...

Sordftr

Restaurants & Bars

Portland Area (OR)

Food places at the airport

by sordftr 10 years ago

sordftr commented 10 years ago

Thanks for the tip! We had Beaches on our list of possibles (based on the their menu and such) but I think we'll pass on them. And we'll certainly check out Stanford's.

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Restaurants & Bars

Portland Area (OR)

Food places at the airport

by sordftr 10 years ago

Greetings to all you Portland Chowhounds!

My wife and I are flying up to PDX to pick up a new puppy, and we'll be arriving Wednesday night about 8:30. At the moment it seems convenient to eat at the airport (we won't have a car) before heading to our hotel (near the airport). Could anyone suggest which of the places at the airport might be preferable? We would prefers something other than fast food, but we're flexible as to price and cuisine. I notice that Gustav's shows a closing time of 9:15, so if you know of any issues with the restaurant's hours in the evening, it would be good to know.

Many thanks!

Sordftr

Greetings to all you Portland Chowhounds!

My wife and I are flying up to PDX to pick up a new puppy, and we'll be arriving Wednesday night about 8:30. At the moment it seems convenient to eat at the airport (we won't have a car) before heading to our hotel (near the airport). Could anyone sugg...

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Restaurants & Bars

San Diego Restaurant Nostalgia

Who's familiar with 'old' San Diego restaurants?

by Beach Chick 11 years ago

sordftr commented 10 years ago

Bratskeller it was; spent lots of nights there when I was but a UCSD college lad in the mid-70's. King Henry's Feast was our usual order...

Restaurants & Bars

San Diego Hot Pot

Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot

by MrKrispy 10 years ago

sordftr commented 10 years ago

Mongolian meat pie
vinegar peanuts

Restaurants & Bars

San Diego BBQ

Coop's BBQ (Lemon Grove)?

by sordftr 11 years ago

sordftr commented 10 years ago

I've been there a few times now and have been favorably impressed with pretty much everything I've tried (still haven't tasted their sausages yet, but when we were there over the weekend, Coop was pulling out some fine looking chicken sausages from the smoker out front). I'll have to leave it others to judge regional authenticity, but Coop's meats are very tasty without the sauce, and I view that as important to good BBQ. But the sauce is very good (great for a bit of dipping).

Food Media

Celebrity Chefs

Bourdain vs. Deen

by alliegator 10 years ago

sordftr commented 10 years ago

And I bet he's got quite a smoke ring already...

Restaurants & Bars

San Diego

Where can I get some fresh red currant?

by 4wino 10 years ago

sordftr commented 10 years ago

The only place I've ever seen them is at the berry sellers at Little Italy Farmers Market. We bought some from them a month or two back but I haven't been to the LI Market in a while.

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Restaurants & Bars

San Diego

Sad news of Sausage King

by sordftr 10 years ago

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/43598517/...

Both a shot to the heart and the gut.

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Sausage King
811 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103

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Home Cooking

What is your favorite way to prepare duck?

by tldmatrix 11 years ago

sordftr commented 11 years ago

I always use Alton Brown's Mighty Duck recipe.

Restaurants & Bars

San Diego

Best Local Strawberries in SD

by cstr 11 years ago

sordftr commented 11 years ago

Went and bought a flat of excellent berries today (Monday). Sounded like the berry supply is pretty healthy.

Cheese

Homemade Cheese?

by natewrites 11 years ago

sordftr commented 11 years ago

My lady wife makes cheese here at home, and she found this link:

http://cheeseandrandomferments.blogsp...

which discusses using whey for soup stock. Haven't tried it yet but looks interesting.

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