Archive for September 2015
Ideas for make-ahead main course for late summer dinner party">Ideas for make-ahead main course for late summer dinner party
I'm hosting a dinner party for 10-12 of our very good friends later this month. Appetizers will be served in our apartment - gougères and blinis with smoked salmon Then we'll move to our condo's dining room. The dining room has a warming drawer but no stove. Therefore, I'm looking for...
Read moreThe 10 Most Underrated Burgers in America
via Thrillist By: Kevin Alexander and Andy Kryza Credit: Sara Norris/Thrillist We spend a lot of our time preaching about the glory of the best burgers all over the country and purchasing pants with larger elastics in the waist. But this time around, we are celebrating burgers that don’t get...
Read moreGluten-free afternoon tea menu?">Gluten-free afternoon tea menu?
I'm planning an English afternoon tea (please don't call it "high tea," as so many Americans do... that's more of a supper!). This is a mid-afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, scones, and pastries. Now I've learned that one of my guests is gluten-free and dairy-free! Making all the usual baked...
Read moreUndercooked banana bread- how can I rescue??">Undercooked banana bread- how can I rescue??
emilief - what happened with the banana bread you put in the microwave? Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read morewhich veggies in matza ball soup?">which veggies in matza ball soup?
Generally I add carrots, celery, onions, garlic, leeks. Curious to know what other veggies make for a delicious soup. Thanks! Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read morePALEO AIP FAVORITE RECIPES AND BOOKS">PALEO AIP FAVORITE RECIPES AND BOOKS
I am a mom, culinary school grad, and active COTM participant. I have been riding the Paleo train for some time (with some cheats). I started my journey just over three years ago, and I've never felt better. Cutting out gluten really made a difference for me. When I...
Read moreTuna Gumbo left in car, can I eat it?">Tuna Gumbo left in car, can I eat it?
Can you eat it? Yes Should you eat it? You may regret it. Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreCOTM October 2015 - Nomination Thread">COTM October 2015 - Nomination Thread
It sounds way too early to think about autumn but it is upon us, really! It is time again to browse the cookbooks on our shelves and offer irresistible nominations for the October COTM. Here are the top four cookbooks that we were excited about during the September nominations; they...
Read moreWhat's the secret to the best kalbi?">What's the secret to the best kalbi?
Wow, it's been 3 years since this post and I've gotten no further in this quest. =( Reading More May Cause Envy...
Read moreBitter Pad See Ew">Bitter Pad See Ew
I used this recipe but used zucchini noodles instead of real noodles, and smoked tofu instead of pork: http://www.thaitable.com/thai/recipe/pad-see-ew Ended up with a bitter taste that masked the delicious taste of the sauce :( I used Koon Chun thick soy sauce and Tamari instead of soy sauce bc I accidentally bought...
Read moreAbout 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