Last week was "Sneak zucchini on your neighbor's porch day" - and lo and behold, I got a few on my doorstep. Except none of my neighbors have gardens. It's a complete mystery, and I appreciate the thoughtful gesture. I guess if anyone could find a use for...
Street Girls
My trip to NYC for BlogHer started off with a little hiccup, and it had everything to do with three bloggers' naivety about NYC traffic and overestimation of our lady skills in attracting a cab. Ree, Elise and I were supposed to host an award for the SocialLuxe party...
Mushroom and Spinach Omelet
A simple vegetarian omelet that's savory, cheesy and healthy. The original recipe came from a health spa in Mexico, Rancho La Puerta. I've used Japanese Brown Beech Mushrooms (learn more about different types of Japanese mushrooms here) but use any type of fresh...
Crispy Roasted Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans)
Before I even get into this addictive little snackity snack, I just want to say thank you for all the wonderful birthday wishes yesterday on Twitter and Facebook. You all are so thoughtful to send a little message of good wishes. I was sitting at the airport waiting...
Cauliflower and Kale Salad (Cauliflower Tabouli)
8/3/10 Update: Sorry for repeat post from 2 days ago - my database crashed!!! EEEEKS! So I had to restore from older backup and recreate this post. Public service announcement: BACK UP!!! At the risk of upsetting my vegetarian, vegan and raw fans, I’ll say this: ban...
Fun Finds on the Web
Some fun finds on the web.... This lady cracks me up: She runs a blog called Titli's Busy Kitchen - and is the only cook I've ever seen with an unusual technique in baklava making....dancing. (via Chow) *** If you haven't yet seen my lusty obsession over these Pale...
Control the Light!
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Popcorn with Parmesan and Truffle Oil
I have a new addiction but luckily this time, it’s not quite as unhealthy as my last (ahem … Kit Kats) or budget-breaking as the one before that (ahem … fresh oysters from the Pacific Northwest). It’s all my friend Jennifer’s fault. She gushed on about her new popcorn...
Atlanta Food Blog Forum
Hey Atlanta! Can you believe I've never ventured outside of the ATL airport?! Well, it's about time I explore one of the most popular food destinations and home of some of my favorite food bloggers. With the help of Gwen Patesi of Bunkycooks and my bloggin' buddies...
Baja Coleslaw
Baja Coleslaw of SteamyKitchen-TLC 1/2 small head cabbage, washed and finely shredded (about 4 cups)2 small carrots, peeled and shredded 3 green onions, thinly sliced 1 small sweet bell pepper, diced 1/4" 3/4 cup Sun-Maid Natural Raisins or Sun-Maid Golden Raisins,...
Fill ’em Up!
Dumplings, Dumplings, Dumplings at SK on TastyKitchen
Salmon Tartare
Salmon Tartare with Sriracha Sauce
Courtship
Deep in the folds of suburbia, we witness two small human creatures about to engage in a ritual of courtship. The first step of this ritual has commenced. Just seconds ago, boy human adorned his target female with garlands of jewels. She seems unimpressed. Sensing her...
Food Games
Food Games at SK on Tasty Kitchen
Salmon Burger Recipes + video on how to form patties
I love me a good salmon burger! Or crab cake or lobster cake. Or....okay, okay, I LOVE SEAFOOD! But one of the hardest things about making seafood burgers (or patties) is keeping the darn thing together while its on the grill or cooking in the pan. There's nothing...
Burgers, Shakes and Fries
In Season!
Hawaiian Luau Burger
Ted Reader is a man I've referred to as someone who tiptoes the fine line between genius and lunatic, and that's exactly why I love this man. His cookbooks are big, bold and absolutely nuts. Ted just came out with king of all burger books - Napolean's Everyday Gourmet...