A week before Christmas, I was at my local grocery store when I came upon a small sack of Meyer Lemons. In my (almost) three years here in Portland, this was the first time I’d seen Meyer Lemons, let alone … Continue reading
I joined Foodbuzz late last month and try to spend a little time daily on the site checking out what fellow foodies are cooking. I found today’s recipe on Lighter and Local.com, a terrific blog written by a Bostonite who … Continue reading
I am one of those people. The Beet Haters. And like the cilantro-challenged and Team Hold-the-Mayo, I’ve chosen sides and stuck with it. Despite near-weekly torture trials back in Philly, where we used to get beets in our CSA all … Continue reading
A recent issue of Cook’s Illustrated showcases their Best Sweet and Tangy Coleslaw. Although I’ve never met a coleslaw I didn’t like, I couldn’t resist the suggested southwestern variation. Coleslaw with a KICK??! Heck YEAH! Here, classic elements – celery … Continue reading
Last night I stayed up until 1 am, something I rarely do, simply waiting for a break in the heat. When I finally let the dog out for the last time, the sky was a blackened haze, the moon dyed … Continue reading
Two days ago it was in the 90s. I’m lucky if I’m still interested in eating when it’s that hot – often I’ll just sit and inhale a bag of chips instead. (I’m looking at YOU, Chifles!) But my kids … Continue reading
Today’s low sodium salad is a cross between Chinese food and picnic fare; one taste and I know you’ll be hooked! Adapted from perhaps my favorite cookbook of all time, Simply in Season, it takes advantage of faux soy sauce … Continue reading
