Hi Lois, Redstone Unlimited Dining as a whole is not kosher. Just Vermont Kosher, a separate kitchen in the building. Here's my story about that unique element of UVM's dining program: http://www.7dvt.com/2011vermont-kosher

@Jack, I've had the Mediterranean plate at Duino. I still prefer the texture of the falafel at Ahili Baba's. Can't get enough of those crispy whole chickpeas!

@Kate&Jim: The Millbrook Inn is on my list of potential stories. I can't wait to try it! @Rachel: My boyfriend really loves Allo Inde (http://www.alloinde.com/), so we often go there. It's not my favorite, I find it expensive for its quality. My best Indian meal in Montréal was at Bombay Mahal (www.restaurantbombaymahal.com) when it used to be on Rue Crescent. I haven't tried it in its new Jean-Talon Ouest location, but it used to be super-cheap with a really diverse menu, prepared very much to my tastes.

Hi Meghan! Actually, I was getting my pre-show food at North End Rotisserie. Here's my formal word on that little gem: http://7d.blogs.com/blurt/2010/09/alice-eats-north-end-rotisserie.html As you can see, I now like it even better than I did then. And I think you're wrong. The vegetarians wanted that crispy chicken more than anyone.

I would love to hear your recommendations for Mexican in Montréal, Dan. Would you mind sharing?

One of the best meals I ever had was here: http://www.sonarestaurant.com/menu.php. Here's the link to my review: http://aliceeats.com/blog/?p=61 If you look past the big names, it's not so hard.

Just a reminder to Gill: The point of "Alice Eats" is indeed bargain-hunting. My goal is to get a meal for two for less than $35. I was expecting to find one at a family red sauce restaurant and was disappointed in that search. I also think it's important to point out that restaurants that use some local ingredients do not necessarily use all local ingredients. I am fairly certain the chicken was not local, or necessarily farmed ethically. If that is the case, $24 is quite a markup. I am more than happy to pay high prices if there are reasons, either in preparation or ingredients, for doing so. I am definitely not above a $100 tasting in a big city if the meal is exquisite and unique. Buono's, while good, is neither.

I have to admit, I didn't expect an attack for a review of rotisserie chicken and salad. It's okay if you don't like me, but please don't make assumptions about the restaurants I review because of that. Once again, I welcome any restaurant recommendations that you may find less objectionable. Potential Alice Eats reviews should be little-written-about spots at which folks can get dinner for two for $30 or less.

That's awesome! I had been drooling over this more expensive one: http://www.thinkgeek.com/homeoffice/kitchen/c2b1/. Come winter, I am so getting the Texturas kit!

Hi Molly! Here's my step-by-step guide to making "caviar": http://www.7dvt.com/2009cooking-chemistry

Just wanted to update BBQ fans. Though I Que did not reign supreme at the Harpoon Championship, I just learned that they were indeed named New England BBQ Society Team of the Year 2010! Congrats to the whole team!

Hi all, First of all, I'd like to thank you for reading and taking the time to respond to Alice Eats! The point of the weekly post is to bring attention to a local business that is affordable (I try to stay under $30 for two) and might not normally get ink in the paper. They are usually wholehearted recommendations, but not always. In the case of QTee's, I do genuinely enjoy the food, and wanted to let people know that if they're in search of a fast food fix, it's a worthwhile one. I am not advising that people eat like this every day. I generally eat a meal there once a season. Personally, I think the point of fast food is that it's a little gross, and that's okay once in a while. If you think it's "nastiness," that's okay, too. I don't intend every single review to be helpful to every single reader. Tastes simply vary too much. I imagine that most negative posters have not actually tried QTee's. Bashing a local business that has been in one Burlington family since 1959 just seems mean. This is their livelihood and they work hard. You may choose not to eat their factory farmed meats, but for the business to survive, please don't judge others who do. That said, I am always on the hunt for new Alice Eats subjects. If you have relatively unknown restaurants that you'd like to recommend I would be thrilled to hear! Who knows, you could clue me in to a new favorite!

You go, Val!

We have discussed doing a "Best Vegetarian" feature one day, but honestly, the options are so expansive, it's a little overwhelming! For now, if you want to be sure there will be things you can eat on a menu, have a look at 7 Nights and see if we have that particular restaurant listed as Veggie or Vegan-Friendly.

Hi Dani, Your co-worker missed the Danica Patrick, a veggie and soy burger topped with sauteed mushrooms. I agree, though, Burlington restaurants should have more than one veggie option.

They do indeed. It's www.wingsover.com. You're going to love it!

You could always get it without the butter.

Ask and you shall receive! Check out my new personal commissary, 99 Asian Market. They make banh mi to order for $3 a pop. They also have my favorite cha gio in town. Haven't tried the pho or bun yet, but will be sure to report back when I do.