Thai Fresh Lemongrass - 8 stalks

Lemongrass, or citronella root, is the reason Thai and Vietnamese dishes often have a compelling flavor that's not exactly lemon, but a subtle lemon perfume. It is sold by the stalk which resembles a green onion. Serving tips: Use the portion of the white base up to where the leaves begin to branch. If slightly dry, soak in warm water to rehydrate. Shred or finely slice and add to soups, curry dishes, and sauces for seafood.Get a nice large quantity for generous use, 2 lbs is about 12 stalks. Will keep for weeks in the fridge, or cut into 4 inch pieces and freeze in a ziplock.We are pleased to offer a special deal on select fresh produce essential for Thai cooking. We pack the produce carefully and ship every Mon/Tues/Wed via USPS Priority Mail (2 day delivery) to ensure freshness, and orders may not ship until Wed due to Mother Nature & harvest conditions. We also offer Fresh Kaffir Lime Leaves separately in addition to Thai basil, green papaya, whole fresh tamarind and Thai eggplant. Additional images, recipes and detailed description at ImportFood.com.

Azema, on Angel Carranza at about Honduras or Gorriti. The menu is a fantastic combination of French, Creole, Vietnamese, and Caribbean flavours. The chef is ever present, comes round to chat with pretty much every table if it's not too busy. Best to go with 3-4 people -- usually we just order the whole first page of tapas and then share a few of the mains. The flavours are excellent. Save room for the dessert platter.

De Olivas i Lustres, (Palermo) Go for their version of a tasting menu. They have two different menus. Theres the criolla and the mediterranean option, if you're 4 you could select one of each. The food is very good, sort of an Argentine take on avant-garde cuisine.

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Olsen, on Gorriti in Palermo. Their deep chilled vodka list is fantastic. Go for their set menu lunch and if it's sunny make sure to try and reserve a seat in the garden. Brunch is the best in the Buenos Aires.

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