little big al commented 3 years ago

$8 lb. at Alioto Lazio , but very big. @2.25 and 2.5 lbs each. Too big to fit both in the steamer. I love those ladies.

little big al commented 3 years ago

Try San Francisco Poultry on the east side of Grant not far from Broadway. They have a huge selection of poultry (including the elusive Guinea hen). It is laboratory clean to boot.

little big al commented 3 years ago

Plus, OJ's has the best french fries I've ever had. They're even good cold.

little big al commented 3 years ago

Meant to say $2 per pound difference. I know what they cost, I just bought some.

little big al commented 3 years ago

"You're not paying for fish, you're paying for men's lives!"...Sir Walter Scott. $2 a pound is only $4 per crab, which still makes for a cheap luxury.

little big al commented 3 years ago

For those who care, those 5 lbs. of crab cleaned out to 1.5 lbs. of meat and 2.5 oz. of "butter".

little big al commented 3 years ago

$8 lb. today at Alioto-Lazio. About 2.5 lbs. each though. Looking forward to picking them. I love "the girls".

little big al commented 3 years ago

I think it's more like " You're not selling a steak, you're selling the sizzle!".

little big al commented 3 years ago

Especially after he just started just hacking wildly at it!

little big al commented 3 years ago

Useful advice. I'll buy another and be patient.

little big al commented 3 years ago

I share your enthusiasm, Melanie, so I got two wheels, one for Thanksgiving and one for me. The one we opened for the feast was a little disappointing, and not at all runny. Perhaps the other will be better later. Any opinion?

little big al commented 3 years ago

If you like khao soi you should try the version at Kitti's Place in Sausalito, now that it has been added to the regular menu. It's the only version I've ever had, but I could go for some right now!

little big al commented 3 years ago

3.25 lbs. dressed out to a little over a pound. Sweet and good.

little big al commented 3 years ago

Just got 2 from Alioto-Lazio. $6.50 per lb. They're running a little small, but they're lively. I'll post later on the meat to shell ratio.

little big al commented 3 years ago

You should consider Seafood Peddler in Sausalito. I've never eaten there, except for some oysters at the bar, but I've gotten some excellent fish from their on-site market. There's also a good view of the yacht harbor. Normally a water view means lowered expectations for me, but this is not the case. Easy parking too.

little big al commented 3 years ago

My favorite version of eggs and shrimp is at Yuet Lee. Still a fan of Dim Sum Club. Prices have certainly crept up, but where haven't they.

little big al commented 3 years ago

They have even smiled at me! Especially after I explained to a tai-tai what I was planning on doing to an $18 guinea hen.

little big al commented 3 years ago

Dial 650-726-8724. They re-new the message irregularly. But there seemed to be a big haul this week.

little big al commented 3 years ago

Just back from a very rewarding expedition. Got a 16 pounder for $190. Split it with me good buddy Ike, and it gave about 13 lbs. of filet. We grilled the bones and head for some great salmon salad. The rest will become gravlax and saute. Very little waste. I'd do it again in a shot. Also lots of rockfish, black cod , ling cod and rock crab available. P.S. the fishermen are not supposed to filet the fish for you, but some will.

little big al commented 3 years ago

Thank you both for the advice.
Keep in mind that salmon runs $30 retail in the stores, the guts are removed after catching, and it's the only way to get enough to make gravlax. My principessa loves gravlax!

little big al commented 3 years ago

I found a couple of adequate looking ones at Alemany, but then I found a real keeper at Lucero at FPFM. My wife thinks I'm crazy, but I do love a good melon!

little big al commented 3 years ago

Yankee food guru John Thorne has a recipe that uses maple syrup, apple cider jelly and finishes with a shot of rum (after baking). Good.

little big al commented 3 years ago

Thanks. Alemany has fallen out of my rotation lately, but I'll check it out Saturday.

little big al commented 3 years ago

I was a big fan of Bao Necci when they took over Danilo Bakery, but with the new later hours, and the over $20 single serving pizzas, I just don't make it there anymore. Great pizza, but too dear for me.

little big al commented 3 years ago

While I will miss the "old" Alfred's, I won't miss the "new" version at all. The change to an a la carte menu and increased steak prices made it unaffordable for me (prices were practically doubled). Loved the cocktail shakers with the extra though.

little big al commented 3 years ago

I hardly ever pay for a sandwich, but I'd love to have some of their old arancine!