Monthly Archives: January 2012
Book It: The Preservation Kitchen
In yesterday’s budget-minded post, I forgot to mention one skill that would behoove any thrifty cook to learn: preserving and canning. Can’t say why I haven’t gotten around to trying my hand at this age-old kitchen tradition myself–it could be … Continue reading
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Kitchen Conundrum: (Grocery) Bills, Bills, Bills…
Do you ever track how much you spend on groceries each month? I never really thought about it until last week. Growing up, my sister and I learned that if there’s one thing that one should never really skimp on … Continue reading
Nuggets of Wisdom
I did a bad, bad thing tonight. After work, I planned on making some deliciously healthy Barley Stew with Leeks, Mushrooms and Greens, and was feeling good about a week’s worth of fairly good-for-you eating. It all came crashing down, … Continue reading
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Mushroom Watch 2012: ‘Shroom to Grow
It seems like only yesterday that my shiitakes were but wee spores. I tended to them every day, carefully misting them three times a day and following every instruction in the handbook–even going so far as e-mailing the mushroom patch … Continue reading
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In the News: Diabetes, Shmiabetes!
Paula Deen. Love her or hate her, she seems to be on every food lover’s mind at the moment, thanks to her ill-advised decision to admit she’s had Type II diabetes for three years and that she’s now a spokesperson … Continue reading
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In the News: Jay-Z’s Blueprint for Disaster?
It’s been a big year for Jay-Z so far, what with the much-publicized birth of his baby with Beyonce, a Billboard Chart hit, and the grand re-opening of his recently renovated 40/40 Club. Incidentally, the reopening of 40/40 also takes the cake for … Continue reading
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Gong Xi Fa Cai! Let’s Eat!
There are lots of things to love about Chinese New Year, no matter what your cultural heritage is–firecrackers, dragon and lion dances, lively drums, gorgeous red paper lanterns lighting the night sky…and the FOOD. Oh, the food. It’s amazing that … Continue reading
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Let’s Go Shopping: Dressed to Press
After a long day at work, I went to blow off some steam at Sur la Table and indulge in a mini-shopping spree, courtesy of Dr. J, who gave me a store gift certificate for Christmas. I’m not a huge … Continue reading
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What’s the Deal with: Food Allergies?
It’s peanut butter cookie time! My colleagues and I have a fun little arrangement: Whenever I get the urge to bake up a storm and test out new recipes, I bring my creations to the office for a taste test–no … Continue reading
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I’m Craving: Bolivian Salteñas
Moving to a new town doesn’t come without its initial annoyances, like finding a reputable dentist, a fabulous hair salon or a reliable auto shop that won’t rip you off on oil changes just because you have an extra X … Continue reading
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