This month’s 5 Star Makeover Challenge is “high tea”. High Tea? I don’t even own a teapot. Never did. On the very rare occasion I drink hot tea, I pop a mug with water and a teabag in the microwave.
… I don’t make pastries or eat gooey sweets either and I haven’t eaten white bread since I lost my baby teeth. That was a long time ago. These days, I’m more a ‘vino y tapas‘ kind of gal. Continue Reading
Although we’ve been lucky for a number of years now, living in FL you know the drill and you don’t take chances. A couple days before a storm’s forecasted arrival: fill the gas tank, stock up on water and fresh ingredients — fruits, veggies, cheeses, crusty bread. Things that are easy to eat without power. And … while you still have power, start cooking what’s in the freezer.
I was prepared but once it was reality and I was stuck in the house till it passed, my thoughts went to comfort foods. So, with the first rain band, I got cooking – literally!
I associate compote with my maternal grandmother. It’s not that I have a specific recollection of her making it for me…but, somehow, when I think of compote I think of her, so there must be a connection somwewhere in the recesses of my childhood memories.
I think she would approve of my recipe. Continue Reading
I seem to be thinking about Spain a lot these days as witnessed by my last few posts. Perhaps I’m channeling my ancestors. Or, perhaps I’m subconsciously psyching myself for another trip to the Motherland. One can hope for the latter. 
Whatever the reason, it makes for good eats! And while I couldn’t set a chair for each of you at the table, I hope you’ll feel like you were there …perhaps even be inspired to create a similarly themed dinner in your home?
How could I be wordless? This was my first foray into making biscotti…2 kinds with whole wheat flour (1) hazelnuts, choc chips, figs and (2) rosemary, pistachio, fennel, dried cherries and a dusting of sweet onion sugar (preferred). Flavors = good; execution = needs improvement.
My house is strangely devoid of baked goods and sweet treats. A pound of sugar lasts forever around here (maybe longer than its shelf life). I probably use a half-pound of butter or less per year and I rarely use cream, or even milk. I know this must be absolutely FREAKISH to many readers. At one time, I drank milk, ate cookies, buttered my toast, put sugar and milk in my coffee, and ate all kinds of cakes, pies and puddings. But, it’s been years. Continue Reading
This is Part 2 to Threading Polenta in Little Italy.
Kind of a mish-mosh of a title, but I forgot to show you what Carolyn did with the leftover polenta. And, as promised, I wanted to show you the 2 delicious bruschettas we served with cocktails — and a Creme Brulee she talked me into making. My first ever! I was surprised how simple it was…though it took 3 sets of hands at different stages. One stirred, one whisked and one torched.
Most people go to NY to take in the sights, shop, see Broadway shows and eat in the finest or trendiest restaurants. Not me. I look forward to my frequent trips to hang out with my friends. Sometimes we cook together and sometimes we go ‘en masse’ to restaurants. Last week, I did it all and I’ll be presenting some terrific home experiences and a few restaurant reviews over the next few days.
I prepared a dinner with my friend Norma of Platanos, Mangoes and Me! for 8 people the night I arrived. But, first, I dropped my bag and we ran out to Dean + DeLuca, The Gourmet Garage and Morton-Williams to pick up the fixings for our summertime spread (it was in the mid-90s in NYC). She got her husband to pick up all the seafood and wines. But, we’re foodies…we need to put our hands and sniffers to use in selecting the produce.
I must tell you before you look at the photos…this is my favorite kind of meal!
No ice cream after dinner in the FOODalogue house. I’ve been making the MOST SIMPLE and refreshing summer treat…and it’s healthy.
2 cups of honeydew, 2 ice cubes, splash of water blended in Magic Bullet. Cheers!
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