I’ve never really understood why people feel the need to turn sweet potatoes into dessert. I get that they taste good with marshmallows and nutmeg every once in awhile, but carrots and…
Author: emiglia
New Chicken Parmesan
Chicken parmesan was one of my favorite dishes growing up, so when I saw this recipe for “new” chicken parmesan, I had to try it. However, I had one glitch: it was…
Seriously Un-Gourmet
Just in case some of you out there think I make myself crazy meals every night… I decided to share a secret. I have a foodie vice: frozen veggies. My freezer is…
Pasta for the Indecisive
One blog that I read regularly is Two Fat Als. The blog is written by Alanna and Alex, and it documents their foodie journey now that they’ve moved to NYC. I love…
Baking… Cranberry Scones
Yesterday, I decided that today was baking day. I haven’t baked in more than four months. It doesn’t seem that long… I nearly never bake in the summertime anyway, but yesterday we…
Accidental Hedonist: Mange Mon Geek
It’s Saturday, and you know what that means ’round these parts… time for a post over at Accidental Hedonist! This week I’m writing about an internet find called Mange Mon Geek… a…
Wednesday How To’s (A little late…): Tomato Sauce
Tomato sauce is one of those things that is worshiped by some and mindlessly eaten out of a can or jar for others. While I have nothing against some (emphasis on SOME)…
Steak-Frites
Yesterday, I addressed tapas, the traditional Spanish taster item that allows socializing at the bar to last well into the evening. Tapas have evolved from a mere bar snack to something gourmet:…
Txapela
I am one of those people who, when in a restaurant, often ends up choosing at the last minute. Yeah… “Can you come to me last?” That’s me. I know it’s annoying…
Carrot-Tarragon Soup
I would pay a lot of money to be served this soup in a restaurant… which is quite frightening considering the fact that it cost me about 2 euros to pay for…