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I'm in Tampa, FL and I've been growing basil, Italian flat and curly parsley, chives, rosemary and dill for quite a while. I bought cilantro plants twice -- the first time a cilantro-loving armadillo ate the whole darn plant and didn't bother any of the others. The second time it just withered...

Definitely get a nice glass (or two of wine) with dinner. After dinner, sip a Grand Marnier or have a coffee with Frangelico in it (yum, love that hazelnut liquor). Looks like a VERY nice place. Enjoy!

The Epicurious salad sounds awesome!! Thanks for sharing it.

Hello, Does everyone make a green/tossed salad to go along with the turkey dinner at Thanksgiving? I used to do it because daughter-in-law is so picky that she didn't eat anything except turkey and rolls. So, I made a tossed salad because I knew she'd eat that. Well, they can't be here...

After a looooooong afternoon of watching football, I'm making him take me to Grillsmith for dinner. Yay!!!

I LOVE cilantro. My DH doesn't and so I have to sneak it into recipes. I make a mean taco salad that he loves and put a healthy dose of cilantro in it -- that's about the only time he actually likes it.

Definitely a regular cork!

Basil Thanks everyone. Yes, I live in Tampa. It's been cool here in the a.m. lately, but I had basil problems before the temperature change. I think I may have planted a different variety, like someone here said, or I may not have watered it enough. Plus, I guess this isn't the best time...

White House Richard, The White House looks like Tara! I wonder if it's the same place, just renovated and with different owners. It is beautiful, and just as I remember the views. And, we stopped at the Tabacon Resort too, on our way to Arenal. I love your country! Thanks, SunnyFL/Rosann

Stone Crab Claw Report Well, I made a nice mustand dipping sauce, and melted some lemon butter, and steamed those stone crab claws. BUT, WE NEEDED A FREAKING HAMMER TO GET THEM OPEN!!! I HAD SET OUT "NUTCRACKERS", BUT WE SOON REALIZED THAT WASN"T GOING TO DO THE JOB. A LOT OF WORK, BUT THEY...

Tara Hi Richard, About 10 or so years ago, when my now husband and I visited San Jose (before embarking on a trip through parts of Costa Rica that I will never forget), he asked our hotel manager what was the most romantic place he could suggest for dinner. He said "TARA". So, we took a...

Last year, I grew some beautiful sweet basil -- big, broad leaves, wonderful taste. Recently, I've planted several basil plants and the basil is very tiny-leaf and very bitter tasting. What's wrong? Hope this isn't a "dumb-blonde" question. Thanks

Frozen turkey? I plan on making about a 12-14 turkey and am wondering -- if I buy one frozen solid how long does it take to thaw in the refrigerator. I mean, today is Friday, if I buy one over the weekend and put it in the refrig -- will it be okay to cook on Thanksgiving Day? I know it will...

Beautiful! 70s and gorgeous here in Tampa, FL. Getting down in the 50s tonight.

Love Costa Rica! Hi Richard, I'm kinda new here too. I love Costa Rica -- only been once, but hope I get back someday. Where do you live? Welcome! Rosann/SunnyFL