I was in Baltimore for work recently and had the opportunity to meet several associates for a late morning breakfast. Not being familiar with the area, I asked for a recommendation. One member of the team suggested Miss Shirley's, which received cheers of delight from the rest of the group. With such excitement from the locals, I decided to take a sneak peek at the restaurant via their website. I must say, the menu was both amazing and overwhelmimg.
The service at Miss Shirley's was excellent. I arrived first and was seated promptly and offered a beverage. With a cup
Kale and Onion Polenta Crostini
by TT November 24th, 2010 | Appetizers, Recipes
Before this past Tapas Monday, I had never cooked kale before. I remember one of my childhood friends complaining about its constant presence at the dinner table thanks to her parents' garden, but it was a veggie I had not been served or had cooked. Seeing that it's a leafy vegetable, I decided I'd cook it like other greens. As I learned that evening, kale is a hardier vegetable than spinach or chard.
We purchased purple kale when we were on a regular trip to the farmstand. Knowing it would not be popular with the kids, my husband suggested we make
We purchased purple kale when we were on a regular trip to the farmstand. Knowing it would not be popular with the kids, my husband suggested we make
JP’s Spicy Honey Sauce
by TT November 22nd, 2010 | Recipes, Simple Solutions
My husband and I enjoy foods of many varieties and try to share these foods with our children. Granted, new dishes, such as squash soup, aren't always met with the biggest of smiles. However, this exposure to new foods tends to open their minds to creativity and expands their palates. It also encourages them to try their hands at cooking, which we are glad to support.
Two weeks ago our oldest, JP, had some extra time, as he was between football and wrestling seasons. With a few extra hours in the afternoon, he asked if he could make dinner. He went
Two weeks ago our oldest, JP, had some extra time, as he was between football and wrestling seasons. With a few extra hours in the afternoon, he asked if he could make dinner. He went
Mexican Black Bean Salad
by TT November 19th, 2010 | Healthy Cooking, Recipes, Salads
After a Sunday afternoon spent shopping for outdoor gear and winter sports attire for two of my children, an easy to make dinner was in store for us. As we were without my husband due to business travel, the idea of using legumes, his least favorite food item, was high on my list. Plus, we were having our dear friends, Miss Vicki and OT, join us for dinner, so I wanted something that we all would enjoy but wouldn't keep anyone busy in the kitchen. Thus, a simple Mexican menu was planned.
I already had decided to make fish tacos, as
I already had decided to make fish tacos, as
Review: Aux Meilleures Crêpes de Paris
by TT November 18th, 2010 | Restaurant Reviews
As we spent every day of our Paris vacation exploring the city on foot, it was not surprising that twice during our trip we ate a meal while continuing with our excursion. Our second day in Paris, we did just that, grabbing lunch at a take-out crêpe stand near our hotel. As we headed out late morning on this day, we wanted something to eat that wouldn't take any time out of our viewing of Paris. Luckily, less than a quarter of a mile from our hotel, and in the direction we were headed, were two crêpe stands. With
