Nothing says summer like fresh, sweet corn (and juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes). Grilled corn probably comes to mind.  Slathered with butter (a must). Today, I went a different route. I really enjoy a good bowl of soup.  Just about any kind of soup.  However, when it’s 90F outside, you’re probably not thinking, ‘oh, a warm comforting … Continue Reading

Corn, Tomatoes, and Okra — Oh yeah, summer is in full swing! When I started this post, it was mid-July, but time seemed to get the best of me.  Yikes, it’s now the middle of August.  Where or where has the summer gone?  I used all my favorite summer veggies to make a simple Charred … Continue Reading

  Have been revisiting some posts from my initial days of blogging.  Mostly reshooting photos, tweaking recipes here and there, and updating my thoughts on the finished dish.  I cringe at some of my older photos (the lighting, the composition, etc. — all wrong).  Barely knew how to use my camera back then (other than … Continue Reading

It’s been a hot week!  Temperatures in the upper 90s everyday.  Just your typical hot and humid D.C. summer.  Too hot for most of my favorite greens (broccoli, dandelion, bok choy, etc.); so long until fall.  On the other hand, sun-worshipping, hot weather-loving vegetables are flourishing.  Hence, the abundance of colorful tomatoes and peppers, summer … Continue Reading

Fall has officially arrived (the autumnal equinox).  Where did the summer go?  I’m not ready for fall.  Summer don’t leave; I’m not ready to say goodbye… I’ve seen pumpkins and squash, apples, and pears at the market, but my taste buds are not ready for those flavors just yet.  There are still a few ears … Continue Reading