LainaAS

Based on earlier posts, I'm sure you all still feel that El Celler de Can Roca is the one of the best restuarants in Spain. Can anyone give me a rough idea of the cost of a meal for two at Can Roca? And is it a series of set menus, or does one order a la carte? Also, should I make reservations now for a meal at Cinq Sentits during the second week of May? And can you give me an average cost of a meal there, too? By the way, you guys are the BEST at helping a girl plan her vacation! I've already booked a dinner at Arzak. And I'm planning to eat tapas and pintxos until I can't think straight. And I'm sooooo looking forward to spending time in la Boqueria. Thanks!

Is it too late to get in on this action? If not, count me in with one guest!

Next time you go to Pink's, try a chili and coleslaw dog. I know it sounds a little disgusting, but trust me, its got that beautiful sweet/salty zen sort of thing going on.

If you have to go out of your way to get a Krispy Kreme doughnut, then pass. They're small, overly sweet grease balls. However, if you're ever anywhere near a not-nearly-as-famous Lamar's Donuts outlet, it's worth at least a four-hour detour. This mini chain was started in Kansas City long, long ago and they're now in seven states. These doughnuts are bigger, denser, not at all greasy, and when still warm, they taste like butter. You can even eat them after they've cooled to room temperature and still enjoy a moment of bliss. Oddly, they can even stand up to a few moments of microwaving. Unfortunately, I now live in Los Angeles and the closest outlet is in Las Vegas, sigh.

Malawry, Another lurker comes forward. I have one suggestion for your interview with Chef Pepin: Prepare a few surprising questions. He's been through this with so many interviewers that he must have heard all the questions by now. I was lucky enough to talk to him on behalf of a now defunct web site. Throughout the interview, he was very polite but I think he was bored. Now I wish I'd thought of a few outrageous questions, just to catch him off-guard. Good luck . And thanks so much for your posts. They're fascinating. LainaAS