Maison Rustique

I love mine.

Hooray! The location isn't exactly convenient to where we'll be moving (Liberty), but I guess it's better than having to make a trip back to California to go shopping!

I could be wrong, but I think that was Irvine Ranch Market on Newport Ave.

It's not quite the same, but try the Albertson's on Alicia in Laguna Niguel. It's closer to a Bristol Farms than an Albertson's. Also, there's Gelson's in Dana Point.

I guess I'd better start reading all these KC threads. After 2 years, I'm finally coming home for a visit.

Adding my best wishes for much success in your new venture. The General's Daughter was a magical place and I'm sure you and Nicole will bring the same qualities to the new restaurant.

RJWong is correct about Vietnamese restaurants. Also not far from Anaheim is Artesia's Little India. This is just one link--Google "Little India Artesia" (without the quotes) and you'll come up with lots of commentary on area restaurants. Next time you're in the area, I hope you'll have time to venture farther. There are just so many good places to experience in SoCal.

Delaware Cafe has been one of my favorite lunch spots in KC for years. I can't wait to try it for dinner the next time I'm in KC.

We've still got the GE built-in that came with this house. The light has been out for a year or so now--you actually have to call a repairman to replace it--they have to pull the oven out of the wall to get to it. I can't wait until this thing completely goes, so the non-cook of the house will decide a new oven is in order.

Well despite my hips and thighs saying, "NO MORE BREAD!" I found this thread/concept so fascinating that I just ordered a copy of the book. For those having trouble finding it, I ordered it from Barnes & Noble (I had a 25% off coupon.) with free expedited shipping for a total of $17.99 and should have it by Monday!

I'd love some ideas for a protein bar that is savory. Sweet just doesn't usually satisfy my hunger. I've tried a few savory muffins, but they aren't really what I want either and aren't all that easy to eat on the run--too crumbly.

What fun we had! Carrie, if I recall correctly, the egg in your dish was a chestnut omelet. I've got that dreaded CRS, so could be wrong! Don thoroughly enjoyed the leftovers for dinner last night! Sorry your day ended so badly. I'll try to work Nirvana into my schedule sometime soon--I hadn't heard of it. Can't wait to see you in September--I'll email you the dates sometime later.

I'm sure I'm not the only transplant from KC.

Here's one of my favorite salads from Gustaf Anders which sadly is gone from So. Cal. Parsley Salad with Basil Dressing Gustaf Anders 1 small shallot, minced ¼ garlic clove, minced ¼ cup chopped fresh basil leaves ½ cup rice wine vinegar ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 4 cups fresh parsley leaves, rinsed and spun dry 4 teaspoons drained and thinly sliced sun dried tomatoes 6 cherry tomatoes 4 teaspoons freshly grated Parmesan freshly ground pepper, to taste In a blender blend the shallot, garlic, basil and vinegar. With the motor running, add the oil in a stream and blend until emulsified. In a salad bowl, mix the parsley, sun dried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes and Parmesan. Drizzle with 3-4 tablespoons of the dressing. Toss well and season with salt and pepper. Serves 2 to 4

Yes, that's what I heard as well.

Not my neck of the woods. Isn't there a Basque place out that way, or am I confusing it with someplace else?

Ellen, I'm so glad you posted--I was getting concerned!! Congrats on your rapidly improving health/weight loss!!!

Love it!!

There are a couple of those already open in south county. They've been around for a year or so I think. I think one is called Dinners Made Easy (or something like that) and I can't remember the other. I'll watch for the ads to get the names right.

I like Delaware Market Cafe when I'm there. And while the food isn't always the greatest, I love The Courthouse Exchange in Independence for nostalgic reasons. All that said, I haven't lived in KC for 30+ years and don't get back there as often as I'd like, so am not as up-to-date as the city.

Not sure when you'll be here, but Slow Food OC is having their very first event on Feb. 1: I hope to be there!!

Oh, yes! I tried way too much of it when in Prague!

My current breakfast fav is Fage 0% mixed with honey, sprinkled with some pistachios and drizzled with pomegranite glaze.

My latest breakfast craze: Fage 0% yogurt mixed with a bit of honey, sprinkled with pistachios and drizzled with pomegranite glaze/syrup/molasses.

Last week I made a beef stew and added the zest and juice from a clementine and a couple of cinnamon sticks. It was the best stew I've ever made!