Where can I find it?

Bass Pro Shops sells this stainless steel marinade injector that holds 2 ounces of liquid, making it ideal for turkeys or large roasts.

Bass Pro Shops sells this stainless steel marinade injector that holds 2 ounces of liquid, making it ideal for turkeys or large roasts.

Q: I am of Italian descent and love lupini beans in the jar by Cento. They can be a snack or part of an antipasto. I have been unable to find them anywhere locally. Any leads or help you can give would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. MJ Malowney, Johns Creek

A: I'm with you, MJ. I love marinated lupini beans mixed with olives so much that they were what I prepared and gave my neighbors for Christmas this year. You'll find ready-to-eat Cento lupini beans packed in water at E. 48th St. Market, 2462 Jett Ferry Road, Dunwoody, 770-392-1499. The Italian deli and grocer sells 8-ounce jars for $2.49 and 16-ounces for $3.99.

Q: I cannot find Merita bread. I used to find it at Kroger, but no more. Thank you. Ruth Baker, email

A: Merita Old Fashioned bread is available at the Town Brookhaven Publix, 104 Town Blvd., Brookhaven, 404-233-7475. You'll find 20-ounce loaves of Merita for $3.19 on aisle 15.

Q: I’m trying to locate a syringe to marinate roasts. I don’t want a plastic one, but a metal one that looks like an old-fashioned hypodermic syringe and needle. My mother used to have one for many years. It was easy to clean and very sturdy. I don’t mind driving to find it but would rather not have to order it since I’d like to take a look at it before purchasing. Thank you for your help. B. Newman, Atlanta

A: Whether you're injecting a turkey or a generous prime rib roast, this commercial-grade marinade injector, which holds 2 ounces and is made of heavy-duty stainless steel, should do nicely. The stainless steel needle is designed to resist clogging, and it twists on and off for easy cleaning. You'll find the injector for $22.99 at Bass Pro Shops, 5900 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, 678-847-5500.

Q: Years ago, probably within the last 10 years, we were able to buy a Ralston Purina cereal called Ralston. It required cooking for about 10 minutes, and was just a delicious hot cereal with cream, fresh fruit or nuts. Is this available somewhere in the Atlanta area? We can’t seem to find it anywhere. Thank you. Jim Mullay, Atlanta

A: Hot Ralston, first made by the Ralston Purina company more than 100 years ago, is pretty elusive these days, but plenty of readers continue to request this cereal made with 100 percent wheat. Unfortunately, you won't find it locally. The cereal is available in only two retail stores, and both of them are in New England — Vermont Country Store locations. If you go to hotralston.com, the order information takes you to vermontcountrystore.com (888-298-8162), where you can order a set of three 20-ounce bags of Hot Ralston for $15.90.