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Here's an additional (and very large) clue: in another scene, there's mixed fruit, cheese, fish, corn, peas, and carrots — we assume that each is in some sort of liquid form.

Another clue, then. It's not said in an American accent. ← OK, I'll take a stab (so to speak), as it's been a while since I've seen those wonderful Alec Guiness films from the 50s. Could this be from the original "The Ladykillers?"

Could it be..."Airplane!"?

And another new one: Dialogue while selecting a sandwich: "What's that? Chicken?" "Something like that. Tastes the same, anyway." Another clue tomorrow...

Ooh, ooh. Is it Miss Firecracker? (Lead = Holly Hunter, female supporting = Alfre Woodard and Mary Steenburgen, male supporting = Tim Robbins.)

There's been absolutely no action on # 5 so I'll add, as a new clue, an additional combo that was prominent in the movie - honey and ice cubes. ← Tampopo?

OK, here are two clues: The movie is set in North Carolina. The bowl is unceremoniously tossed into the sink. ← Bull Durham? Oh, and I previously guessed Jaws for #9. ← Yes, Bull Durham indeed. William Blake??!!

OK, here are two clues: The movie is set in North Carolina. The bowl is unceremoniously tossed into the sink.

That correct "Odd Couple" answer was for a former #8 -- Bacon, lettuce (only the soft parts), and tomato with mayonnaise on pumpernickel toast (with the crusts cut off) -- not the current one. I was just a little tardy posting my response.

Right!

Ferndale, eh? Have you been to Angel's Cafe? I haven't, but I've heard good things about it.

Steve's Backroom -- great Middle Eastern food. Small doesn't put me off at all -- in fact, it usually helps. I was planning on a late lunch or very early dinner, so that should work out. Thanks again for the menu recommendations.

I've walked into this place before, but not with friends, so I wasn't going to be able to play feather bowling, which I have. It's definitely fun/frustrating, and the Cadieux Cafe is certainly the premier place to play it in the Detroit area. Important: how (and what) are the food choices? ← I haven't lived on the east side (of the city or the state) for a couple of decades now (yikes!), but when I did, the mussels were quite good, and I suspect still are. They were pretty much the only thing I ever considered eating there. Have you been to Steve's Backroom? Thanks for the tip about Chef Ed's -- I'll check it out when I'm in the area in a few weeks.

10 = The Public Enemy 12 = Babette's Feast I thought #4 was solved (Pulp Fiction). No?

Bacon, lettuce (only the soft parts), and tomato with mayonnaise on pumpernickel toast (with the crusts cut off).

From one of my favorite movies: A pint of chocolate ice cream, eaten directly from the container, and a bowl of Wheaties with milk. Neither got finished.

The Station Agent, yes?

Does any city have a signature burger?

Unfortunately, these departures reflect a more general trend. According to a study by United Van Lines, Michigan tied with North Dakota as the #1 "outbound" state (i.e., % of moves out of the state vs. into the state).

We went from 122,025 to 244,884 in two weeks? Someone must have added a heck of a collection.

Hey, Maggie -- how come this thread is in "Food Traditions & Culture" instead of "Cookbooks & References?"

Steve Stallard's operation is headquartered here in the Grand Rapids area. Lucky us. My local supermarket even carries his maple syrups. Not cheap, obviously, but great stuff. Read the story here.

Happy in the Kitchen, by Michel Richard -- Michael Ruhlman's choice for best cookbook of 2006.

Nice to hear that New Hellas is still recommendable. The last time I ate in Greektown was 20 years ago, just before I moved away from Detroit -- New Hellas was one of my regular stops back then. (If memory serves, my #1 favorite was the International.) Any opinions about the food at Laikon Cafe nowadays? And does anyone remember the parrot?

Lenski and hambone, could you post again and be more specific about what you meant by "terrible" and "mediocre?"