[Latest Food Trends]

I'm assuming 'trends' actually means 'marketing trends', correct? Nothing mentioned so far is particularly new, and some have been traditional for decades, or even centuries. In terms of what most people actually do, trends seem to have little significant impact (e.g. although the increased visibility of MC made more people aware of it, few who have a real interest in it were attracted to it because it was trendy).

ETA: Now that this topic has been rolling about in my head a bit, I'd have to say there does seem to be a trend to think more about food, and its sources and preparation (not particularly new or specific, but it does represent a shift).

+1 Very well said. I absolutely agree.

[Asparagus pee]

Been thinking of that thought about Asparagus as well. Also, on the contrary, do pineapple really add up good taste of pee and other substance? Can't think of any other fruit that does the same with Asparagus.

[First Aid in the Kitchen]

Yep we got some first aid kit near the kitchen. It consists of betadine, hydrogen peroxide, gauzes, bandages, band-aids, cotton, alcohol, tape, scissors and some major medicines for headaches, cough, fever and flu. I think everyone should have it for first aid purposes.

[Dinner! 2011]

That edible soil with veggies on it looks really awesome ScottyBoy! thumbsup!

[Sous Vide: Recipes, Techniques & Equipment, 2011]

Such a nice thread about Sous Vide. I'm reading a bit and thinking of trying it out for the first time. I hope I won't fail. Thanks for all the tips!

["Modernist Cuisine" by Myhrvold, Young & Bilet (Part 3)]

nice. How long did the shipping take?

just found out boarders sell for $799.95 lol

That's too much already. Go get the one from Amazon.

[Drinks! (2011–2012)]

Tonight I went to drink, which is in downtown Boston, they say the financial district but they lie.

I had a airline pilot (?) which was apple brandy and was really good, a ramos gin fizz which was the ultimate girly drink, I felt like the best kind of flapper, and a really good sazerac made with cognac. I have pictures, but am far to tired/tipsy to post them right now.

Looks like you really enjoyed your drinks then! I will try some good drinks tonight in bar. Post the pictures when you have time.

[Don't mistake your porterhouse steak for a T-bone]

Interestingly, over here in the UK I rarely see porterhouse. It's normally just labelled "T-Bone", even when it's obviously porterhouse!

+1

I see that in my part of the world as well. Interesting article!

[Karahi cooking]

Good stuff! I'd love to try it! Unfortunately, I don't think it is available here in my part of the world.

[Best Way to Cook Bacon: Soft/Crisp? Fry/Bake/Microwave?]

Well, all of us here know that hipsters and the man can never ruin bacon.

Wow! that made me drool over that bacon!

I love bacon! Whatever way it is cooked, I'd still eat it to the last bite.

[Durian]

I've always thought durian are very similar to jackfruit, and jackfruit seeds are great. Sort of chestnut like.

I thought of that too when I was a child and then I realized that Durian stinks more than the Jackfruit. And that the I love the jackfruit much better compare with Durian. The Jackfruit seed is one of my favorite local province specialty here in my part of the world. They dry the seeds and make sugar coated candies out of it.

[Macau Food/Restaurant Recommendations]

Back from a 2 day trip to Macau...

Fernando's (worth going? Yes)

Food is decent, suckling pig was tender and skin was well cracked ($130/quarter pig). Sardines were reasonable ($40 /2) and the roast bacalhau tasted authentic ($130/"serving"). The environment inside and the immediate areas of the restaurant quite relaxing, nothing like the run-down or under-construction or flashing-lights parts of Macau, but the "black sand" beach is quite umm "black" so don't plan to walk along it for digestion. Food is comparable to to Ole in HK @ half the price so why not...

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So that's how the price in Fernandos ranges. This is in USD I assume?

[Mughlai Cuisine]

Good stuff. Another new knowledge for me. Thanks!

[Steakhouses]

+1 with Scoop! I totally agree. Anyway, never been in PA so I won't be of help. Good luck on the search.

[Canadian Thanksgiving 2011 – What's on the menu?]

Seems like you all enjoyed the menu for the Canadian thanksgiving. US Thanksgiving is next. Hope to see more of the special menu that you guys have on that day.

[Home and Away]

The Pork Belly looks yummy! When I cook Crispy Pork Belly, I always make a spicy soy sauce dip with mixed onions, seasonings and vinegar. It is one of my favorite!

[Breaking the fast, one word or two]

I guess most people uses the latter part term which is "break fast". Based on the search term results from Google.

[Lamb Shank]

Those are some good looking Shanks Dejah! Saw you're post on the Dinner section. They really look great!

[Dinner! 2011]

Wow wow wow! Yummy set of dishes dcarch! They all look great!

I also like ChrisTaylor's Paella! Been thinking of cooking Paella for quite some time now. Hope I'll be successful.

[Worst Candy Ever]

I hate durian candy... I don't like the taste. I like the fruit itself a little.

[Breakfast! The most important meal of the day (2004-2011)]

That looks really great andiesenji!

[Drinks! (2011–2012)]

Looking for a good cocktail drink for a Saturday night party. Hoping to try some of the mixes here.

[Macau Food/Restaurant Recommendations]

Will visit HK and Macau a few weeks from now. Thanks for the suggestion. Hope I can try some of them.

[Yogurt Goes With...]

I love my Frozen Yogurt to go with any fruits. Other than that, I don't think it will taste good.

[What did you buy at the liquor store today?]

Bought a new bottle of Jack Daniels for a stock. I stock a bottle just in case I need t for guests or just feel like drinking.