I buy tarragon flavored carbonated beverage (usually in a glass bottle) from middle eastern and Armenian groceries in Glendale.

It's an acquired taste but worth the hunt. Sometimes I add it to plain yogurt, to make a version of 'doog'. Also look for recipes on the net for Georgian taragon soda.

Thank you for the Tujunga KofC post! Plan to be there next Friday :)

Sounds good! I generally make my own bagels but will happily try these. What else do you recommend at La Perla?

Have not been in that area for 30 years, time to revisit! How's parking?

You've been a fixture on this board, and a trusted foodie. I rarely post, but read most of your reviews through the years. For which I thank you from the bottom of my heart (and stomach) and purse.

Friends moved about a year ago to Aloha OR (pronounced Al oh wah) and are having a great time exploring the foodie scene in the area and in "Portland Proper".

At least you'll have full access to the Tillamook Dairy products :)

Re: Chiba. Local to us. We quit going years ago because the water (and tea) tasted so bad. Did they ever invest in a water filter?

Any idea *where* in L.A.? Would love to try it.

The pancakes I make at home are yellow, because fresh, home-raised chicken eggs have an orange yolk--that turns the batter yellow.

Thinking Mc Dogfood adds coloring.

Absolutely going to try this! YUMMY!

Where is La Fogata?

Where in the SFV might one find a decent biscuit with delish cream gravy? or just decent biscuits?

Since starting this post--1/25/2007 I've tried most of the listed places, but prefer to stay in the E/NE valley for breakfast. That said:

Hungry Fox is still my fav for a decent price, big selection. Great staff, too. Try the herb drinks in the cooler.

Brent's is over priced for many items (so sue me!) but good. Just too far to go.

Robin Hood -Brit pub & bistro on Burbank near Woodman is another favorite. Go hungry.

Thanks for the prompt reply :) South Pas Bristol Farms works for me!!

Last week was at Knott's Berry Farm...there is a Pinks near the shopping area, outside of the Park itself. One of those mobile units as seen at the L.A county fair, or so it seemed.
Didn't both to check if it was open...Pink's is dreadfully over-rated. I do enjoy hot dogs, in general :)

Thanks! Think I'm going to try a ripper first, and the Coney 2nd. To taste test the chili :)
Then get adventurous...hmmm...Lincoln dog just seems an odd combo, but I'm willing to try it, eventually.

Thanks for the salt warning re: Tots.

So...speak to us of the Ripper, please? Sounds interesting.

FWIW, I work in Warner Center and usually M-F drive by the location to and from work. Just haven't been in for hot dogs since before the space changed owners.

What do you suggest as First Dog to try?

Thanks!

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Warner Center /Kaiser Hospital area would be wonderful,,,the deli that is in the center is a huge disappointment. <shudder>
Just hoping for adequate parking/easy enter/exit :)

Ratz...I'm on sick leave with limited diet or would drive over and sample/investigate.
Have been pleased with all of the cafes along the Sherman Way though. Maybe because we go for lunch or early dinner/off hours when not too crowded. Plus...we ask what server recommends to Thai folk (we are Asian/Euro hybrid family).

Sorry, meant to post earlier...same south side of the street has several Thai restaurants, in strip malls. Parking on Friday nights and weekends can be almost impossible at Bangluck, but if you're in the area, do try. Lots of SE Asian foods and a good selection of produce IMO.

Bangluck Market,
12980 Sherman Way
North Hollywood, C

There is a bigger market on Sherman Way...but heck, this is super close :)

In the past, I've emailed the temple (in English--address on their website) and received a prompt email back. This was back in the day when the food court first closed --and my nasty neighbors were complaining about traffic. Not me! I miss the big food court big time.

The Mc Rib.....makes me queasy to type it. The texture,ick.

Used to enjoy the FOF but switched to Jack in the Box 20 years ago. When in Japan (yearly) I try the fruit flavored shakes, wish they were offered here.

BTW, from CHLA or KPLA (kaiser) you can grab the #2 bus going towards downtown(east), get off at Michaeltorena.

Next visit to Kaiser,I'm doing just that...I take the RedLine to KPLA.

Bless you!!! That sounds familiar,just hadn't head the name in ages. Will print out the ideograms and start hunting menus :)

Right now I could go for a huge bowel of congee too.