Osso Bucco

[Thomas]

They're all fine with me, except the liquorice--too much sugar. I admit, however, took me a little time to warm up to cilantro, but now I can't get enough.

Love to dip anise in vinegar--great contrasting flavors. I have an anise story:

We have a large grocery chain in NY State called Wegmans. Training at the chain leaves a lot to be desired, and with the kind of stuff we buy, my wife and frequently have to tell the checkout people the names of the foods. One day a checkout lady held up anise and proudly said to my wife, "this is anus, right?"