Post TEFL Training Course: Tico Fare
Here are some of the meals I have enjoyed throughout the duration of my TEFL training course. I have been in my new apartment for about three weeks, two of […]
Heredia the City in Heredia the Province
After a few days of unpacking and settling in, a bit more exploring was to be had. The hard part is getting there. Of course you can take […]
San Pedro de Barva
I have officially arrived in Costa Rica. My host family is genuinely wonderful; I couldn’t have picked better. Yesterday was the first day I didn’t get lost, which is surprising […]
Beautiful Blogger Award
First of all, let me give thanks and a shout out to “A Table in the Sun” (http://localfoodcalifornia.com/ ) who has nominated me for this award. This is a […]
I had a farm in Africa: Stuffed Mushrooms
All I can do is watch “Out of Africa” and “Medicine Man” as I pack my bags. It seems as though time has morphed, sporadically shifting, speeding up at times […]
Roasted and Stuffed Fall Acorn Squash
I have never been a fan of acorn squash or cauliflower. I must admit my mother swore she would never eat the later of the two, so instantly I was […]
How to Make Stock
Always save the “odds n’ ends.” I always prefer to buy organic foods and it can get expensive. I also came from generations of women that never threw anything away. […]
To the Hunter-Gatherer in Us All:
I’ve been looking into this this whole cave-man cooking hype, or the “paleo” diet, as some call it. I have also been in favor of organics over conventional when […]
Sonoma, California
Sonoma has an old style square in the middle of town. There is a park with old-growth oaks, surrounded by cute shops and a few restaurants. On one side there […]
Sinful Saffron and Sichuan Peppercorn Sauce
Off to Sonoma, I went to visit my godmother, or “second mom” as I call her. When I accidentally mentioned my blog to her, she instantly looked it up and […]
Effortless California Style Sweet Fries
What do you do with a yam when it isn’t Thanksgiving? Most people use sweet potatoes when going the fry-route. I prefer the yam because it has more starch, like […]
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Do-It-Yourself Tacos: For the Picky Eater
As a home chef, I am no short-order cook. I do understand that some people have food allergies, dietary concerns, or preferences. ¡No crema por favor! I would usually prefer […]
Simply Saffron Seafood Soup
As I am preparing to leave California, I am trying to repeat some of my favorite things before I leave. Instead of visiting this soup’s place of origin, I made […]
Roast Chicken with Savory Country Stuffing
My mom is so funny. I have learned a lot of my basic cooking skills from her, so when she gives me advice I feel this strange need to follow […]
Butternut Squash Soup with Toasted Walnuts and Gorgonzola
I purchased a butternut squash at the local market. The plan was to roast it and serve it sliced. Now, I have never liked squash but I craved something that […]
Potato Pancakes Packed with Protein
As I am trying to convert my mother’s pantry and fridge into all organics, we have an overabundance of certain things and have completely run out of others. Beans. And. […]
There and Back Again
In the last two months I have driven cross country and discovered myself along the way. I moved to the “bible belt” region of southeast Texas and back again. My […]
Summer Squash Blossoms – Stuffed and Grilled
I came across these at the farmer’s market on Tuesday and had no idea what to do with them. Most of the recipes I found required battering and frying. Although […]
It’s Not As Easy As it Sounds
I have made my last corporate donation, hopefully, and I think it was spent wisely. Since I will be riding my bike more frequently, I need a real backpack. Of […]
