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“ When the world wearies, and society ceases to satisfy, there is always the garden.” ~   Aumonier 

“If you wish to make an apple pie from scratch, you must first invent the universe.” ~ Sagan

Shakshouka, which simply and deceptively translates to “mixture” from Arabic, is indeed a mixture, but oh, what a mixture it is! A breakfast and dinner dish of North African origin that has also become very popular in Israel, shakshouka is similar to uova in purgatorio (eggs in purgatory) from Italy and menemen from Turkey.  The basics;Continue reading “Shak Attack”

“Nothing ever tasted better than a cold beer on a beautiful afternoon with nothing to look forward to than more of the same.” ~ Hood Lagunitas Tuberfest Marzen Oktoberfest at Jake’s Brew Bar

Today is National Taco Day! iOlé!

“It’s so beautifully arranged on the plate – you know someone’s fingers have been all over it.” ~ Child   Roasted heirloom carrots, Alpenglow oyster mushrooms, and beets from Bin 707 Foodbar

…to drink from a porrón? No? Once you get the hang of this Catalonian pitcher you’ll want to pour and pour and pour! I suggest a bib your first time, but with a little practice you’ll be astounding your friends and family! Here I am at my Calçotada demonstrating the finer points (and enjoying some veryContinue reading “Have you ever tried…”

“What garlic is to food, insanity is to art.” ~ Saint-Gaudens