Have accumulated many cookbooks over the years; so many in fact that they are starting to take over my tiny apartment — stacks here, there, and everywhere. Some of these cookbooks are geared toward quick and easy weekday meals. Others are more educational, methodical, innovative, and, in some cases, just plain classic. An education for … Continue Reading
I bought these beets because, well, they are quite naturally stunning, don’t you think? A vibrant mosaic of color — the varying shades of red, pink, and yellow pop off the plate. No specific plan was on the horizon for these beets, so I stuffed them in the fridge and forgot about them. While aesthetically … Continue Reading
“I am not the same, having seen the moon shine on the other side of the world.” I love this quote; it sits in a frame on my desk. The moment I packed my bags and set foot on foreign land, I knew I would never be the same. Travel has changed me. Changed my … Continue Reading
I love the color of this soup…incredibly vibrant. A good rule of thumb when it comes to food — if it’s naturally vibrant in color, it’s mother nature’s way of telling us to eat it. A few weeks ago, I made this yellow tomato soup topped with seared sea scallops. Today’s soup is an adaptation … Continue Reading
It’s official, I’m obsessed with tomatoes; can’t stop buying them (and really, what better way to help support local farmers?). Tomatoes, so incredibly beautiful in all their various shapes, sizes, and colors. Especially love the small grape varieties — bursting, literally, with flavor. What to do with all those wonderful tomatoes? The options are limitless. … Continue Reading
