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Everything posted by menton1
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Is it true that Festivals are no longer allowed to be discussed on the New Jersey Forums? That they can only be listed in the Calendar?
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Wow, that's a fast staff turnover after just a few months... Actually, though, a pastry chef on staff in this environment did seem peculiar...
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"Closed for renovations" is usually translated from restaurant-ese to English as meaning "Closed Permanently". For some reason businesses don't like to be honest when they close down. It will be a big surprise if this place ever reopens. BTW, isn't John Foy involved in that highly-acclaimed Latour out in Sussex? (Not to be confused with Latour in Ridgewood).
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From WBAL-TV: http://www.thewbalchannel.com/news/4526582/detail.html The cool weather held the catch back, but it's certainly warm now! Have you been to Deep Blue?
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How far is it from Longwood? Is parking in Wilmington easier than in Philly? Also do they have any good dishes with real Maryland Crabs? I think NOW is the season for crab...
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Going to be in the Brandywine area on a weekend-- some recommendations include Catherine's in Kennett Square, and New Orleans Cafe in Chadds Ford. Any further info on these or other places nearby? Also heard WONDERFUL things about Deep Blue in Wilmington...
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Wanted to bump this up, just got their postcard-- Sale is this Sat June 11, 10-2.
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No, but I was curious as to your opinion of this place, John -- My understanding is that they make most of their stuff on the premises! Swiss Pork Store 20-10 Fair Lawn Ave. Fair Lawn 201-797-9779
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John, how would you say Karl Ehmer's stacks up to the Swiss Pork Store in Fair Lawn?
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Wanted to add my personal favorite to this list. The Metropolitan Bakery branch on 3rd St just off Market is a wonderful cafe. Has a very European look and feel to it. The walls are adorned with work from local artists from Old City, changes monthly. And aside from their wonderful French-style breads, they have salads sandwiches, pastries, and terrific coffee. It's about the closest cafe in Philadelphia to Paris. GREAT PLACE!! Metropolitan Bakery & Cafe 15 S 3rd St Ph. 215.627.6274
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Why, Pete--- Don't we always hear in Jazz circles talk of Sussex County Jazz in the same context as New Orleans Jazz?
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Yes, I'm all for cheaper bakeries, but it depends on how much you want to compromise in quality, and what you can settle for. I would also break up bakeries into two categories: 1/Bread, and 2/Cakes and Pastry. For bread, it's fairly cheap anyway, so why not get the best? IMHO one of the top places for bread and rolls is Balthazar in Englewood. As far as pastry, that is more difficult to find when you are cutting costs. An acceptable bakery with decent pastries at low prices is Mazurs on Ridge Road in Lyndhurst. As far as Costco or Corrados, I would rather do without than get their baked goods!!
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"Receptive" is an interesting word. I think most of the Western World still looks upon vegetarians as "weird" or, at the very least, "eccentric". The disclosure of one's vegetarianism means raised eyebrows and a whole line of questioning. (Why?) (What is there to eat?) And things like that. The main differences among Western countries is just how daunting it is to find food acceptable to eat. For a really vegetarian-UNfriendly environment, Eastern Europe probably is close to the top of that list!!
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I am sincerely interested in this. The mainstream "No-Veal" lobbying groups including Farm Sanctuary, Humane Society of the US, and National Humane Education Society say that is is essential that veal calves' movements be severely restricted to prevent muscular development otherwise the meat will be quite tough; they must also be fed a diet that causes anemia so that the meat is "white". If Jonathan has done some groundbreaking here, that is certainly very noteworthy, and more details about his techniques should definitely be forthcoming. I have also deducted from the complimentary defenses of Bobolink expressed here that those same people would NEVER order veal in a restaurant nor ever purchase veal in a supermarket. It seems that by their statements they agree that "industrial" veal is VERY cruel food.
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Veal calves are 16-20 weeks and done. I actually think naming these might be a bit of overdoing it... A lot of great info here: http://www.noveal.org
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South Park-- now that's a terrific source of information... There is a very straightforward, non-radical, mainstream lobbying group known as Farm Sanctuary. They quietly and non-controversially campaign for increased public awareness and stopping animal cruelty. For the few here who have an interest, here is one of the sites: Veal as Cruel Food
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I was saddened to hear that Bobolink is now producing veal. Veal is widely considered a CRUEL food. With so many other more humane meat choices available, there is really no need to produce or eat veal. This is not good news and lowers my opinion of Jonathan greatly.
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Only one last point: I still disagree that vegetarianism is more acceptable in the US than in France. Any American vegetarian can tell you that outside of their regular circles, raised eyebrows and third-degree questioning are the order of the day when they disclose their eating preference. It is a lifestyle that requires a lot more thought than an omnivorous one, whether in the US or France. In New York or Paris, the choices are easier and much more numerous than in the countryside. But whatever country you are in, unless you are among a group of Seventh Day Adventists, vegetarians are still looked upon for the most part as "weird" or at the very least "eccentric."
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I meant in proportion to the total population. 290 Million total in the US vs. 60 Million people in France. And remember, once you are out of the large Northeastern cities in the US or perhaps the West Coast, a vegetarian restaurant is an anomaly. I think it's just as daunting in the rural US finding veg choices as it would be in rural France. But my point was that the idea that vegetarians just don't exist in France because it's too "difficult" I thought was ridiculous. It may be challenging, but the vegetarian psyche is certainly up to those challenges.
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That is ridiculous. Vegetarianism in France is alive and well, and, although it is very difficult to get a fix on a reasonable number, there are probably the same proportion of vegetarians to the overall population in France as in the United States!! In the large cities, there might be from one to several Végétarien restaurants, and also restaurants "bio" are to be found as well, usually with vegetarian choices. The supermarkets have fairly substantial "bio" sections. I can also refer you to this website of the Vegetarian association of France, with lots of great info on eating choices and a book of over 600 restaurants in France! France Vegetarian Society You can also fill out the petition calling for more vegetarian choices in restaurants!
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The California Farms in the Emerson Shopping Center has closed. It had been there for several years, and prices and quality were pretty good. Don't know if this is affiliated with any of the other "California Farms". It seems that this shopping center is 3/4 vacant now, they might be trying to get rid of all the tenants so that they can rebuild... (??)
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Yes, of course, if you are near a morning market with a vendor selling artisanal Saucisson, this is a prize! We always try to have a knife in the car when we hit one of these markets, so as to have the saucisson. The only thing to watch out for is if you eat too much of it you'd better have a Zantac handy or the like!!
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Not Justin Bridou, but I did finally find the brand I was thinking of. JEAN CABY, and the products are called CROC SEC. They come in 5 flavors, and the website has a new flavor "volaille" This product is among the very best available in the supermarket. Much, much better than J Bridou, IMHO. http://www.jeancaby.com
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Tasti D-Lite has several locations in NJ, including Englewood, Glen Rock, and down in Long Branch. Honestly, though, I'm not a big fan of these products; you're much better off with your own concoction of frozen fresh fruit and plain yogurt.
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2 of the stands at the wonderful Nyack Farmers Market now have asparagus. Open Thursdays from 9AM-2PM. Just behind the Helen Hayes Theater.