I am seeing a trend with my work, and this trend is brown and green. You may have noticed it too from my writing about Still ‘Shroomin’, my infatuation with my new boyfriend, or how I like it shaved and Asian. That’s right, I’m talking about mushrooms and Brussels sprouts. I have professed my love forRead More
Monsieur Sprout
The Belgians have been on to something good for years. And I’m not talking about waffles. But who would have thought that this little cabbage that we hated as kids would be such a hit now? These little crucifera are sprouting up (see what I did there?) everywhere from haute cuisine to burgerRead More
Kale If I Know part 1
Touted as a super food, kale packs a nutritious punch. Great! The difficult thing is that it’s not always easy to choke down. It can be tough and earthy not to mention GREEN. Many are adverse to anything GREEN. Luckily I am not and I love a good challenge. The best way to eat vegetables is, ofRead More
‘Shrooming Out
I have been on a mushroom kick for several months now. I’ve gotten into the habit of getting the large box of them at the store and finding every reason to squeeze them into a dish. I know there are mushroom haters out there (haters gonna hate) and, admittedly, mushrooms can be funky in shape,Read More
Lentils are My New Best Friend
I do not mean to sound like a pompous asshole when I say this next line: I work out. I work out usually five mornings a week. I get up at 5:30 and am starting exercise class at 6:10. We usually go about 50 minutes with very few breaks. It kicks my ass! But IRead More
Focaccia Forte
Bread has been a central figure in my family’s food experience since I was a kid. From my dad’s cinnamon rolls, to garlic knots at a favorite Italian place, to crusty baguettes in France, the doughy dinning companion has been there along the way. I’m not sure what it is about it but it’s theRead More