Archive for February 2014
Do you always brown the meat?">Do you always brown the meat?
I often, more so in winter, make braised dishes. Most recipes call for browning the meat first and when they are done, take them out and then sautee onion and garlic, etc. before putting back the meat and liquids of your choice. Do all of you do this? or...
Read moreFood Charities That Really Make a Difference">Food Charities That Really Make a Difference
I became known as The Food Stamp Chef and... Read more
The Essential Guide to Dining Alone">The Essential Guide to Dining Alone
If you're reading this, then you already know: at some point in the next week, month, or year, you, too, will eat out alone. It happens to all of us.
Despite having a wife, a family, and all... Read more
Drinking Games: Why Are We All Obsessed With Beer Pong?">Drinking Games: Why Are We All Obsessed With Beer Pong?
Legend says the game was originally invented with paddles in the basement Read more
Cooking Art History: The Victorian Appetite">Cooking Art History: The Victorian Appetite
As I get ready to teach a series of English-themed classes inspired by the Queen Victoria and Photography exhibit at the J. Paul Getty Museum and Princely Traditions and Colonial Pursuits at LACMA,... Read more
Concerned About Japanese Dolphins? Good. Now How About American Chickens?">Concerned About Japanese Dolphins? Good. Now How About American Chickens?
The cries of outrage from much of the world about Japan's recent dolphin slaughter offers insight into two key aspects of our modern world. The first is that we are increasingly a planet of animal lovers -- people who rightly abhor the...
Read moreWhat Happens When Dietitians Learn About Nutrition From Big Food?">What Happens When Dietitians Learn About Nutrition From Big Food?
Companies such as Frito-Lay, Kellogg and Coca-Cola are essentially teaching the teachers.... Read more
Low carb baking ideas">Low carb baking ideas
I'm diabetic and I struggle eating properly. I love baked goods, sweet & savory but everything with reduced carbs I've made or bought is very lacking in both taste and texture. Even whole wheat pasta is so gross, I do without. I do eat one slice of whole wheat bread...
Read morePaula Deen To Open New Restaurant In Comeback Attempt">Paula Deen To Open New Restaurant In Comeback Attempt
The Savannah, Ga.-based celebrity cook announced Wednesday she's opening a new restaurant, Paula Deen's Kitchen, in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. A hub for tourists visiting the... Read more
Canadian Alcoholics Being Taught To Make Their Own Beer">Canadian Alcoholics Being Taught To Make Their Own Beer
The Portland Hotel Society, which works to help addicts and the mentally ill in the Canadian city, says the... Read more
About Me
I love food. Unfortunately, I can't cook worth a damn. I've been known to even burn water.
When I watch chefs and good cooks on tv, I'm so envious of their skills. This blog is the closest I get to cooking, other than the microwave ;)
Try not to drool!
John, New Englander turned Cali dude