Cape Town Dining: Foodbarn
After reading a great write-up in the NY Times, I was curious to try the Foodbarn, in Noordhoek. Getting there required a 40 minute drive that was both harrowing and lovely along the cliffs overlooking...
Read MoreUltimate Spain Itinerary: What to Do in One Week
Spain, land of late night dining, a vibrant wine culture, and so much glorious jamon, is a food-lover's delight. Get the scoop on 7 days in Spain for food lovers.
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Anniversary Dinner: Beef stew with shiitake mushrooms and fall salad
Last night was the boyfriend and my 2 year anniversary. Go us! In honor of that, I decided to cook a big dinner. It’s been a bit cold and dreary this week, so beef stew...
Read MoreLos Angeles Dining: Osteria Mozza
I landed at LAX, and by the time I joined my friends Paul and James for dinner it was after 9 Pacific time. My stomach was grumbling wondering why on earth I had waited until...
Read MoreSignature wedding cocktail
As my wedding day rapidly approaches, I’m having to let go of some of the little details I wanted to attend to. Makeshift photo booths sound awesome, but far too hard to pull off given...
Read MoreRecipe: Mother’s Everyday Pimento Cheese Spread
Lately, I can’t get enough pimento cheese. Highland Bakery has a pimento cheese sandwich that has become a standard lunch order for me, but lest I spend $6.95 every time I crave the spicy kick...
Read MoreIs Whoopie Pie the new cupcake?
The NY Times has an article this week about the sudden national prominence of the previously regional Whoopie Pie. Check it out here. I made whoopie pies back in fall, and I admit I’m a...
Read MoreChicago Restaurants: Frontera Grill
I just realized that I never posted about my experience at Frontera Grill in Chicago. Shame on me! Alas, it’s so far past that I can’t be all that specific, but I still wanted to...
Read MoreRecipe: Cilantro-Chiptole Tilapia and Mexican Chopped Salad
Like just about everyone else out there, I’m trying to eat home more often. Not only am I trying to cut back on my rather hefty food budget, but I’m also trying to eat healthier,...
Read MoreEasy weeknight dinner – Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas
Rotisserie chickens must be one of the single biggest boons to lazy chefs. Why waste time cooking chicken when you can swing by any grocery store and pick up a delicious, already prepared chicken? Just...
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