Fiery tomato soup
My husband and I love the Fire-Roasted Tomato Soup at The Triangle Grille in Cary. Would it be possible to get the recipe? -- K.Y., Apex.
Guglhupf shares its sweet secret shared by bakery
I recently discovered Guglhupf Bakery in Durham and had the most delicious chocolate fudge cookies. They are like a fudgy brownie but in a cookie. Do you think you could get them to share the recipe for all of us chocolate lovers? -- J.G., Raleigh.
Magnolia Grill chowder. Yum.
Ben Barker, owner/chef of Magnolia Grill, notes that he prefers to make Vidalia Onion Chowder during peak Vidalia onion season.
Vivace's risotto
Specialty of the House:Ian Sullivan, chef de cuisine at Vivace shares recipes.
Chicken à la Weathervane
Specialty of the House:We went to The Weathervane in Chapel Hill yesterday, and I had the herb-roasted chicken. Fabulous! Could you please see if the chef will share the recipe? -- M.J., Chapel Hill.
Soothing soup from Lantern
Specialty of the House:I recently had a cucumber and cilantro soup at Lantern that was perfect during this hot weather. I've thought about just winging it without a recipe, but I'm sure my results won't be as good. Any chance they'd share the recipe? -- R.D., Raleigh.
Sweet and savory treats from Margaret's
Speciality of the House:Almost every time we go to Margaret's Cantina at Timberlyne in Chapel Hill, no matter what else I order, I order a side of the wonderful Southwestern Grits. Can you possibly get the recipe? -- S.S., Chapel Hill.
Gregory's best is back
Specialty of the House:A popular spot for breakfast and lunch for several years until its closing in 2005, Gregory's reopened recently in a new location.
Avgolemono to go
Specialty of the House:Kirk and Denise Hatzidakis, owners of Xios generously share the recipe, which has been handed down through the Hatzidakis family and refined by Kirk's father, chef George Hatzidakis.
Savoy's soup simmered
Specialty of the House:Pete Gibson and Marshall Smith, partners and co-chefs at Savoy modestly suggest that the "genius" behind the success of their soup is simply the patience to make everything from scratch.
Mez makes mango cake
Specialty of the House:The latest venture of the restaurant group which owns 411 West, Spanky's, Squid's and 518 West, Mez serves Mexican fare with a contemporary flair.
Heavenly hosts
Specialty of the House:My dear friend and I eat at Hereghty Heavenly Delicious once a month if possible. The desserts are truly like part of the name -- Heavenly Delicious. Would the pastry chef share the recipe for the Financiers? -- G.B., Raleigh.
Mussel chowder at Piedmont
Specialty of the House:My husband and I just came back from Piedmont (one of our favorite restaurants) and shared a delicious mussel and bacon chowder.
Savory fare from Betski's
Specialty of the House:My husband and I celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary at J. Betski's in Raleigh. We loved the Pork Schnitzel and Salzburg Style Braised Beef. I was wondering if you could get the recipes? -- S.S., via the Internet.
Ribs worth working for
Specialty of the House:Braised Short Rib Pappardelle with Grana Padano is a favorite of many regular customers at 18 Seaboard, according to chef/proprietor Jason Smith.
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