Q: I need to find a good off-the-shelf horseradish. I’m sure what constitutes “good” differs widely, but for me it would be not creamy and with a good kick. I’ve been disappointed in several brands I’ve tried. Can you help? Tim Dorin, Stone Mountain
A: Tim, I'm going to refer you to my favorite horseradish. I like it super-hot, or as hot as I can get it. I share your pain since good horseradish isn't easy to find. For years, Atomic was only available in restaurants and hotels. However, it's now stocked in a few stores. Check out Atomic horseradish that's stashed in the refrigerated deli department of Sprouts Farmers Market, 4310 Lavista Road, Tucker, 470-260-2368. Each jar costs $2.99. I think you'll like it.
Q: For years I’ve been trying to find Gebhardt’s chili powder. I could not even find it online. Do you think there’s a chance someone in the Atlanta area still carries it? Frances Maney, email
A: Gebhardt's chili powder was created by German-born entrepreneur William F. Gebhardt, whose family settled in Texas in the late 1800s. Gebhardt was a fan of Mexican food and experimented with spices by grinding dried peppers. There's a story that claims his now-famous chili powder was first called Tampico Dust. In 1896, Gebhardt began selling his spicy blend and named it Gebhardt's Eagle Brand chili powder. His chili powder also is well-known as the key ingredient for his chili con carne. The recipe is still printed on the bottle. You can order a four-pack of 3-ounce bottles of Gebhardt's chili powder for $11.92 from Walmart.com and have it delivered to a store near you for free two-day pickup.
Q: I love your column that has helped so many people find what they’re looking for, and I hope you can give me some direction to solving my question. I am writing a story about my life and ancestors for my son, my only child, and my question is, where would I take my writing to be bound as a book? I only want one copy. I searched online but could only find where a minimum of 100 copies was required. Thank you for your help and time. Frances Cook, Stockbridge
A: Thank you for reading, Frances. Recently a reader needed an old bible repaired, and I'm going to send you to the same place, Big River Bindery, 6500 McDonough Drive, Norcross, 404-831-3849. Owner, Andrew Huot, a bookbinder, conservator, and book artist, holds an MFA in Book Arts and Printmaking from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia and an undergraduate degree in Printmaking from Portland State University. At Book River Bindery, he does one-of-a-kind bindings in cloth and leather, often for self-produced family histories. A cloth-bound book with a paper title label on the front or spine runs about $150.
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