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I like this one and think it is attractive. KUA-17

Cyclops, Virginia Inn, and Boka are open - just drove thru town.

I know Tutta Bella is open (at least the Columbia City location.)

yawner There are home shows (at least in Seattle) but they aren't as cool as trade shows. More along the manufactured home, vinyl window and siding, basic appliance sales and typical products. big one The big, flashy shows take some doing (credentials) to get into. But not as difficult as you might think. The big ones tend to be in places like Las Vegas, Chicago, and NY.

Don't you think Alice Waters should be included? And hate to say it - but Peg Bracken was influential, if in a strange way.

I wanted to add a very small roaster in Seattle (not that we don't have many to choose from!) and I will - but she is out of stock at the moment: http://www.villa-victoria.net/cafe-mocambo/ and if you are ever here, M-F 8:30-5:00, try finding this place: Good Coffee Company (206) 622-5602 818 Post Alley Seattle 98104

couscous - this could be construed to be a salad if served cold or room temp, but easy as a filler. Include lots of chopped red and green vegetables, peppers for instance. Pretty, festive.

Cutting a counter before the cabinets are installed? Really. I see lots of NY (ie, small) kitchens with ranges right against the side wall, like yours. No problems with all that firepower so close to the wall? Good luck - and your blog has me very green.

There are hoods that vent out side walls. You need a mechanical contractor. I would try to get in writing that you don't need a Type I hood. Amazing how they change their minds at inspection. Much less expensive. If you aren't using a deep fryer, more than a certain amount of equipment (probably depends on jurisdiction), etc, should be okay. Make sure the window you think you are venting out of is appropriate - there may be restrictions on how close to a property line or another structure or other openings. Good luck!

It exists - low gluten flour from soft wheat with the bran included. It should be properly labeled. Often available in bulk. Goes well with hearty fillings or to convince people that dessert is healthy. Like pumpkin pie, or cheesecake. Lots of vitamins and minerals, fiber, and vegetables or dairy. Sounds like dinner!

Is this the same stuff (and maker) of the pain au chocolat? Oh my goodness (even if they are labeled Chocolate Croissants.)

I find the recipes in this book underwhelming. I rarely look for anything here. I don't think I am alone in this verdict. It will take a few raves to get me to reconsider.

Sugar's Bakery and Cafe on Madison (just West of Boren) must be open - I saw people in there last Wednesday, though the chairs were stacked on the tables. Best wishes!

When, where?

Modest girl didn't include herself: Cache http://www.cacheseattle.com/ Sold out already? Maybe you can get on the wait list.

Fruit grunt. Or is it called Slump? I use the one in Gale Gand's short + sweet.

Thanksgiving on Orcas - great weather, very good food, lots of rest. Dinner at Ship's Bay exceeded our expectations. Though the Thankgiving menu was limited, it was still difficult to choose. The second course Char was excellent. The service was pretty good - though having her suggest eating the skin and then complementing us for doing so was a little odd. The continental breakfast was okay - muffins were hot at 9, not the case if you arrive later. Nice granola...it would have been nice to see a toaster and maybe some cheese. Ship's Bay would be a great spot for a wedding - gardens, a banquet hall, comfortable rooms, good food. Rose's was a hit for us. They close at 4, have given up the dinner trade. I liked that ice cream cake, as well as the cherry cobbler. The stuffed cabbages were very good, hearty, with a lovely tomato dill sauce. Rutabega jalapeno soup warmed you up quick. A very strange stop was Chimayo - tucked into the back of a non-descript multi-tenant building, the menu is basic tex-mex at lunch, but at dinner, the offerings are quite surprising. Much more complicated, yet well handled and fresh. Chicken breast with dark mole was served carved into thick slices with a smooth rich mole, accompanied by sauteed vegetables and rice. Masa ravioli - a gluten free entree with two large rounds of masa stuffed with queso fresco and green stuff, sauced in a tasty tomato sauce, chipolte, I think. The place was very quiet and closed before their posted time, but the food was good and they had an interesting menu. I was sorry to see the Olga Store closed and for sale (down the hill from the Olga Cafe - please tell me why the art in that place is so awful!) There was a cafe there run by the Raison d'Entre people years ago. Fond memories of both.

The second India Bistro on 65th, just west of Roosevelt has been open a week. The food, as kiliki mentioned, is somehow lighter and brighter/fresher than most places in town. The sauces are really flavorful. They ask how hot you like your food - medium was a little tame. (I don't recall this in other Indian restaurants.) The new place is quite spacious, the colors and decor warm and pleasant. There is a bar, and cocktails, including the house martini with vodka infused with roasted cloves. No, I did not try one. That green sauce, jalapanos, I think. I also likes the tamarind red sauce. Rack of lamb for $16! The vegetables that come with it were really good as well. As was the rice. And the sauce. Go now - the place in Ballard tends to have a wait. Parking is easier in Roosevelt too.

I guess some soy sauces use wheat - so it isn't as easy as it might seem. And cross contamination with wheat noodles? I wonder where they ended up going?

They are a "famed Italian chocolate maker" according to ChefShop - they carry the cocoa. Located in Firenze, uh, Florence. http://www.pernigotti.it/ Oh, I've had the chocolates in the US too.

All great advice, but also know that not everyone can change their levels through diet and exercise. Just as some people with bad dietary habits and no exercise can have great numbers, you may or may not be able to change those numbers. Some medications may also impact the numbers - if you are taking other prescriptions, you might want to see if they could be a factor. Worth trying the diet and exercise routines (especially if you are male) but don't get down on yourself if they don't work. Niacin was my best non-prescription - and the only time I have called 911 - after months of use, I had a flush that scared me that badly. Some studies are suggesting statin drugs may have additional beneficial results anyway - so if you can tolerate them (and their cost) taking them may be a good decision. Oh, and by the way, if you do the research, the conclusion is that there is no set number that is bad. What they have determined is a number that can be effectively lowered by the drugs. It is an interesting insight in how the prescription is used.

Oh, in that case - you might try the Italian place by the market - maybe they can try to help. I think it is called Mercato? High risk of cross contaimination with pizza and pasta on the menu, but one of the nicer spots in town. Some seemingly gluten free small plates. THere is a pretty good bakery closer to downtown - but I don't recommend it for Shauna. You'd think there might be something near Evergreen College, but I know nothing about that.

Can't help in Olympia - though it may be possible to eat Pho? Are you really a baker? Ouch. In Seattle, Gluten Free Girl has a website that might offer suggestions - if you get serious, and want dinner, there is Impromptu Wine Bar & Cafe - fully gluten free dining. http://impromptuwinebar.com/

Villa Victoria!!!

Persimmon in Fremont (weekends only?) or Geraldines Counter in Columbia City are good options.