After our night of Southern delicacies, we decided we would do a bit of hiking to work off the sins of the night before. Early Sunday morning, we headed out on the “Mountain to Sea” trail in the OC… Continue reading
Southern Boil
Our neighbor recently purchased a fancy boiler that sounds a bit like a jet engine, so it reaches a boil in no time at all. In need of something to boil, she decided on Continue reading
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The Italian Job
When I visit other countries, I like to stick to the local cuisine. I just get a bit skeptical of, say, Italian food, in Mexico. Why? I don’t know. At home, I’ll eat anything… without a drop of skepticism.
Well, a random Monday evening in Cabo erased any skepticism. Continue reading
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Sharable Moments: July 2017
July typically starts with a bang, given the holiday and all. Mine was no different, but the party kept going all month long. Here’s what’s been keeping me busy (and very. very. full.) Continue reading
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Mission Possible: Wednesday Dinner
Last week, Alex was travelling, I was working, and I had zero time to head to the store. My well stocked pantry, along with the kale & herb remnants of the most recent garden swap came to my rescue. Continue reading
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Composure
While I normally don’t care a great deal about presentation for weeknight meals, occasionally getting a beautiful plate is a beautiful treat. In my most recent CSA delivery, I was given Continue reading
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Garden Inspo
My haul at the last garden swap was impressive. One of the benefits of being the host is that you get all the left overs. Let me tell you, I have herbs & kale for days. In addition to that, I got red cabbage, Continue reading
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Life… and a (big) bowl of cherries
There’s a grocery store at the end of my street. Quite convenient. It’s a Hispanic centric market, and the produce is great. But there is something extra special at this store… Each year, I look forward to one event, and one event only. Continue reading
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12/25
No, it’s not Christmas. It’s a milestone. Continue reading
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Sunday Surprise!
What’s silky, creamy, sweet and tart? An avocado, of course! Continue reading
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