Coming Soon to a Cookbook Near You
You may not know this, but Briggs is a close friend of mine in Seattle. Yes, it is true! Briggs and I (and our respective partners) get to hang out and talk about food, blogs, and missed career...
View ArticleTop Five. Or Note to Self- It Seems You Like Tutorials
In the next week or so I will talk about what is in store for 2013. But, for today, New Year’s Eve, it is only right to look back. Perhaps reflect. Do a little check in. I wrote much less … Continue...
View ArticleCook the Books! Beef Daube, Chocolate Mousse, and Chicken with Apples
Just as a reminder, Around My French Table by Dorie Greenspan is our pick for January Cook the Books! We’ll be cooking from it all month, blogging about some of our experiences! Are you doing Cook the...
View ArticleCook the Books! January Dinner Party!
When Briggs and I dreamed up Cook the Books we were not only excited about exploring cookbooks and creating great food, but we also knew this meant a good excuse to make a big dinner extravaganza with,...
View ArticleJanuary Cook the Books! Wrap-up!
We did it! Cook the Books! January: Dorie Greenspan- Around My French Table is coming to a close. The Cooking: I got back in the kitchen this month like I meant business! I started off my cooking storm...
View ArticleCook the Books! March: Good Fish with Becky Selengut
We are totally doing this thing! Cook the Books is rolling right along and I’m having a blast. How about you? I still have a final dumpling post yet to come and Briggs is working on our party post. The...
View ArticleCook the Books! Review: Asian Dumplings
After a slow start, I got into the swing of dumplings. Like I mentioned, I had been fairly nervous because of my perception that ingredients would be difficult to find (they weren’t) or that the dough...
View ArticleCook the Books! Good Fish!
I cooked fish! And, I liked it! Dare I say, loved it? Yes, it is true! halibut tacos with tequila-lime marinade and red cabbage slaw Now, granted, I chose halibut for my first adventure in fish....
View ArticleCook the Books! Upcoming Books!
When Briggs and I decided to do Cook the Books!, we chose to announce 4 months at a time. We want to give you plenty of time to save your pennies and buy the book. Or allow you time to … Continue...
View ArticleCook the Books! Smoked Trout!
You should be proud. Despite my fears, I already made halibut and offered up some crab. What next? Last week, there was an event at the Babylady’s school- a fun exhibit of the kid’s photography and...
View ArticleCook the Books! Review: The Mile End Cookbook
I was pretty excited about The Mile End Cookbook. Everything sounded so promising. So comforting. So delicious. I mean, really? Pickles? Cured meats? Home-y sides? Cheesecake? What is not to love...
View ArticleCook the Books! May: Tender with Nigel Slater
It is stunning in Seattle at the moment. Sun. Warmth. As soon as I have this post up, I’ll be retiring to the garden to prep, weed, fiddle, and poke around. Or I will cuddle up on my gorgeous orange …...
View ArticleCook the Books! Beets, Carrots, Fava Beans, Chard, and More!
Despite my lack of Cook the Books posting this month, I have actually made a lot of things from this month’s selection, Tender. The recipes are simple, yet delicious, and I am really enjoying it so...
View ArticleCook the Books! Smoked Trout!
You should be proud. Despite my fears, I already made halibut and offered up some crab. What next? Last week, there was an event at the Babylady’s school – a fun exhibit of the kid’s photography and...
View ArticleCook the Books! Upcoming Books!
When Briggs and I decided to do Cook the Books!, we chose to announce 4 months at a time. We want to give you plenty of time to save your pennies and buy the book. Or allow you time to request it from...
View ArticleCook the Books! Good Fish!
I cooked fish! And, I liked it! Dare I say, loved it? March Cook the Books! Good Fish Yes, it is true! Halibut tacos with tequila-lime marinade and red cabbage slaw Now, granted, I chose halibut for my...
View ArticleCook the Books! Review: Asian Dumplings
After a slow start, I got into the swing of dumplings. Like I mentioned, I had been fairly nervous because of my perception that ingredients would be difficult to find (they weren’t) or that the dough...
View ArticleCook the Books! March: Good Fish with Becky Selengut
We are totally doing this thing! Cook the Books is rolling right along and I’m having a blast. How about you? I still have a final dumpling post yet to come and Briggs is working on our party post. The...
View ArticleJanuary Cook the Books! Wrap-up!
We did it! Cook the Books! January: Dorie Greenspan – Around My French Table is coming to a close. From Crock to Jar The Cooking: I got back in the kitchen this month like I meant business! I started...
View ArticleCook the Books! January Dinner Party!
When Briggs and I dreamed up Cook the Books we were not only excited about exploring cookbooks and creating great food, but we also knew this meant a good excuse to make a big dinner extravaganza with,...
View Article