Over Thanksgiving weekend, my husband and I took a quick overnight trip to Portsmouth. We love visiting this ocean community as there are many adorable shops and a wide array of restaurants. We have spent several delightful evenings here, enjoying the amazing queso at Agave.
On our last stay in Portsmouth, we enjoyed a hearty breakfast at Roundabout Diner before heading home. This time we decided to try something new to us and chose The Friendly Toast. Located a short half-mile walk from our hotel, we were there in no time. Although it was 9:30 on a Sunday
Fresh Ricotta Soufflé
by TT December 30th, 2010 | Main Dishes, Recipes, Side Dishes
Cheese is a favorite food in our house. Whether served simply with crackers, added to a recipe, or heated into a wonderfully gooey concoction, we like to keep an assortment on hand at all times. In fact, when we have three or fewer varieties in our dairy drawer, someone usually announces that it's time to buy more. Yes, we live with a houseful of mice.
Over the past few years, our entire household's cheese palate has expanded. The kids all have favorites, from smoked to gouda to fresh mozzarella to wedges of parmesan. While that does make for slightly more expensive
Over the past few years, our entire household's cheese palate has expanded. The kids all have favorites, from smoked to gouda to fresh mozzarella to wedges of parmesan. While that does make for slightly more expensive
Honey Glazed Nuts
by TT December 27th, 2010 | Simple Solutions
As always, the Christmas season arrives, and the pace inside our household quickens. With four children excited for presents and school vacation, there is a constant air of excitement. Add a set of parents staying for a few days and friends and family visiting for the holiday, and you have a full house. While both my husband and I enjoy cooking, we also enjoy spending time with our family and friends.
To allow us maximum time visiting without resorting to boxed and store-bought food, we did a lot of cooking in the week before Christmas. I spent an afternoon and evening
To allow us maximum time visiting without resorting to boxed and store-bought food, we did a lot of cooking in the week before Christmas. I spent an afternoon and evening
Caramelized Squash Bites
by TT December 22nd, 2010 | Appetizers, Recipes, Side Dishes
I think I have become obsessed with caramelizing foods. As I started to write this post, I did a quick search of caramelized items in previous recipes. I found recipes for the following caramelized items: onions, apples, puréed squash, and bananas. While it may be a bit of an obsession, what is there not to like about foods with a sweet finish?
On a recent weekend, my husband and I spent our Sunday afternoon watching Christmas movies and cooking. So, instead of planning a big Sunday dinner, we opted for an afternoon of appetizers. One of the
On a recent weekend, my husband and I spent our Sunday afternoon watching Christmas movies and cooking. So, instead of planning a big Sunday dinner, we opted for an afternoon of appetizers. One of the
Grilled Cheese & Co, Catonsville, MD
by TT December 20th, 2010 | Regional Best, Restaurant News
Earlier this month, Think Tasty readers had the opportunity to choose the best restaurant in the Mid-Atlantic Region. With ten unique and wonderful restaurants on our list, picking the best was not easy. The votes arrived steadily, with readers adding their votes and leaving comments raving about their restaurants until the end. When voting was done, the restaurant that earned the most votes was Grilled Cheese & Co.
I was able to speak with Vic Corbi, one of the four co-owners of the restaurant.
TT: When did Grilled Cheese & Co open?
VC: We opened on April 5th of this
I was able to speak with Vic Corbi, one of the four co-owners of the restaurant.
TT: When did Grilled Cheese & Co open?
VC: We opened on April 5th of this