Category: Clubs and Blog Hops
“In My Kitchen” August 2018
Update on new job…some garden produce…and quite a few epic failures….That’s my kitchen for this month.
Mango-Chai Lassi and The Art of Inheriting Secrets
An American countess, a mysterious inheritance, a hot younger guy and an Indian beverage….Want to know how these are all connected?
Garlic and Sapphires (and Strozzapreti with Tomatoes, Olives & Herbed Goat Cheese)
Ruth Reichl’s Garlic and Sapphires is the June/July selection for Cook the Books. Join me in my re-reading of Reichl’s reflections on being a disguised NYT’s food critic.
“In My Kitchen” July 2018
Here’s what’s up this month and a recipe for Toasted Quinoa Garden Salad.
Frozone Super Hero Popsicle for Food ‘n Flix: The Incredibles
I know that Incredibles 2 is out but join me in celebrating the 2004 original for June’s Food ‘n Flix.
#TheLostFamilySupperClub and Hamburger Walter
Hamburger Walter with Veggies….If it makes no sense, read the book.
Sichuan Cucumber and Noodle Salad for April/May Cook the Books
Shark’s Fin and Sichuan Pepper: A Sweet-Sour Memoir of Eating in China by Fuschia Dunlop inspired this salad. “I’d really be just as happy with a bowl of noodles.”
Old Fashion (Cocktail hour with Good Neighbors)
Good Neighbors is a dark tale which questions whether or not we really want to know our neighbors. Here’s a cocktail to make the drama go down a bit easier.
Churros for Coco
April’s Food ‘n Flix film is Coco. Here’s my inspired-by sugary cinnamon treat!
Scrambled Eggs, Blushing Mimosas and Richard Gere
This month’s Food ‘n Flix feature is Runaway Bride starring Julia Roberts and RICHARD GERE. Here’s my inspired-by meal of Scrambled Eggs with Goat Cheese and Dill and Blushing Bride Mimosas.