TASK DEFINITION: Given the background description of some cooking related query, summarize the question into a title
PROBLEM: What are some alternatives to using acetate strips? I'm not interested in a specific application here, so feel free to give ideas for all types of techniques. Under what culinary circumstances, if any, can they be substituted with a silpat? Parchment paper? Other types of plastic?

SOLUTION: Alternatives to acetate?

PROBLEM: Most of the recipes that call for crispy chicken mention that you must leave the skin on. That's what crisps.Is it possible to make crispy chicken without skin?

SOLUTION: Crisping Chicken Without Skin

PROBLEM: Is the purpose to add flavor, moisture, or both?Do you really think it makes a difference?

SOLUTION:
What is the purpose of basting a roast?