It’s been a busy spring and early summer here. A new flock of chicks arrived mid-May, just in time for JR to be injured at work (again, though this time less seriously than his car accident, thank goodness, however, he is quite lucky to still have his index and middle fingers on his right hand).… Continue Reading
Sicilian-Style Roasted Cauliflower with Orange, Fennel Seed, and Raisins
I do have a tendency to obsess about certain foods during certain seasons – asparagus now, tomatoes in August, pumpkin in October – though roasted cauliflower seems to be more of a year-round obsession. It’s just that it’s so easy to prepare, and can be treated so many different ways: served with grated Pecorino Romano… Continue Reading
Boston
Today marks the one month anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombings, which I’ve not yet had the fortitude to write about here, and still remain conflicted about trying to put my perspective on it, as I wasn’t there, I didn’t experience the horror, I don’t know anyone personally who was injured or, for feck’s sake,… Continue Reading
Food Bloggers Against Hunger: A Place at the Table
Today, more than 200 food bloggers are banding together to help raise awareness of the problem of hunger in America, inspired by the new film, A Place at the Table. The surfeit of food that is available in our supermarkets can make it difficult to believe that any Americans are going hungry, much less help… Continue Reading
Getting Freekeh for Whole Grains Sampling Day
Over the last few years, I’ve been making an effort to include more whole grains in my diet. I know that baked goods are best in moderation, but to make that moderate intake of muffins and cakes a little better for us (okay, okay, around the holidays it’s not so moderate. I admit it), I… Continue Reading