Brooklyn Biltong Product Review

“Biltong is Jerky’s better looking brother.” Ever since I was a little “laaitjie” in Pretoria, South Africa, playing around my grandfather’s butchery I realized the potential of biltong. Oupa Dawie was a very disciplined, lovable butcher and respected hunter that made some of the “best biltong” in Pretoria. We would never leave without brown bags stuffed full of delicious dried meat for the ride home. I…

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Ginger Rose Toasted Nuts

This amazing, fragrant and sensual creation may be simply (or rather wordily) defined as ~ the natural sweetness of almonds and the inherent smooth buttery softness of creamy cashews coupling so well with aromatic bouquet essence of rosewater and a spicy punch packed by ginger and amazing salt. Ginger Rose Toasted Nuts 1 cup raw almonds 1 cup…

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Rosemary Fig Pork and Parsnips

I waited all winter long to find fresh figs at the market. All winter. I thought for sure I’d find them around Christmas time or even New Year’s. Nope. Oh, Colorado… Needless to say, waiting all winter for fresh figs meant waiting months on end to create this mixture of amazingness over which I’d been…

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Pomegranate Rosemary Mushroom Frittata

I am still loving my private little collection of gourmet vinegars and olive oils from a special tasting class a few weeks ago. Each day I dream of new ways I can use each little gem, quietly, yet seductively imagining the opportunity to sweep up any extra dribbles or drips with the tip of my…

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Ssäm Sweet Heat Pork

Ssäm Sauce, in case you didn’t know, is the next best thing. Traditionally, this fermented condiment is made from red chile, glutinous rice, fermented soybeans, and salt. According those who are making this spicy Korean condiment famous ~ ahem ~ Momfuku again, the next best thing improves pizza, French fries, rice, ramen, fried-chicken sandwiches, kale, pork…

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Madrouba ~ Omani Chicken and Rice Porridge

“Fragrant with spices and soft from overcooked rice, this Middle Eastern porridge is perfect comfort food.” It’s the perfect comfort food and the ideal in nourishing traditions. warm. soothing. spicy. smooth. strong. subtle. It feeds my soul and fills my heart to prepare food for others. Food that tastes good. Food that feels good. And,…

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Two Moms in the Raw – Product Review

Hands up and three cheers for two moms IN THE RAW! Shari (founder) started making raw foods after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2004. She found that a natural path to wellness (including a raw food diet) worked best for her. The treats she made for herself became so popular with friends and family…

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Baked Veggie Spaghetti Terrine

It’s not often that we have leftover anything in our house. I plan ahead. I cook for two when there are two of us. Three when there are three. And four or five when we have guests (I’m not a huge entertainer). Don’t get me wrong. I LOVE to cook for others. It feeds my…

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Lemon Lavender Chocolate Vinaigrette

I don’t often imbibe in creative cocktails – or cocktails of any sort. I’m more of a wine connoisseur. However, on a recent evening out, I perused the intricate and quite delicate cocktail menu calling my name at the corner table. The flavor combinations looked and sounded downright fantabulous. Although I selected my favorite red…

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