Q: I worked in North Carolina for three years in the early 60s and learned to like a product called liver mush. I think it is only made in the Carolinas, and mostly in North Carolina. I cannot find it anywhere in, or near Atlanta, but I would like to offer it to my grandchildren if I could find it. I would have to make up another name for it. Joe Anglin, Peachtree City
A: Joe, you can call it chocolate soufflé, but I still think your grandchildren are going to see right through your ruse. For the uninitiated, liver mush is made with pig livers, head parts and cornmeal. You’ll soon get the chance to serve liver mush to those unsuspecting kids. Jenkin’s Country liver mush is available at Ingles Market, 135 Hwy., 92 S, Fayetteville, 770-460-5973. A 16-ounce package costs $2.48.
Q: I need a small amount of Dutch cocoa, a little less than half a cup. I don’t want to have to buy a large amount that’s going to sit around. Any suggestions? Thanks. Amy Goodwin, email
A: Dutch process cocoa, unlike the lighter, reddish natural cocoa, has been treated with an alkaline solution, which acts to partially neutralize the acid. Although it’s darker than natural cocoa, Dutched cocoa boasts a less robust chocolate flavor. You’ll find Dutch cocoa in a 1/2-cup jar for $4.95 or a 1/4-cup jar for $2.95 at Penzeys Spices, 6235 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs, 404-256-7970.
Q: I have two old circa 1940 tube radios that need work. Do you know of anyone in the Atlanta area who still works on old tube radios? Thanks. Brad Smith, Newnan
A: Brad, check out Wizard Electronics, 554 Deering Road, Atlanta, 404-325-4891, which recently merged with Ack Radio Supply. The store’s services include electronics repair, including vintage tube radios, as well as musical instrument repairs. And when you’re ready for guitar or bass lessons, well, you can get those here as well.
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It seems that several readers have been missing their Wish-Bone Salad Spritzers. Unfortunately for fans, the official word from Wish-Bone is that the line was discontinued last year, in part, due to low distribution.
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