But our “mini honeymoon” in
Restaurant Review: Cafe Maspero, New Orleans, LA
by TK July 31st, 2008| Restaurant Reviews
It is not too often that I get to write a review of a place that only accepts cash. We tend to review establishments on the higher end of the spectrum and cash-only joints usually don’t make the cut for this distinction.
The Oregon Brewers’ Festival: A Review
by Erin Steiner July 30th, 2008| Tasty ThoughtsWhile I am not a beer drinker myself, I do live in one of the country's "beer lovingest" regions: The Pacific Northwest…specifically, Portland, Oregon. People in Portland love their beer, and they are incredibly proud of all of the local microbrews that are available here. Sometimes it seems like
Can't Stand the Heat? Get Out of the Kitchen!
by Lisa Stauber July 22nd, 2008| SaladsJuly is full swing, and the dog days of August are almost upon us. What’s a cook to do when the kitchen is sweltering – and the oven isn’t even on?
Grill
Spinach Salad with Pear and Bleu Cheese
by Michele Pesula Kuegler July 17th, 2008| Recipes, Salads
Monday night is our late dinner night. With a weekly work phone call for my fiance that lasts until 6:30 and then the drive home, dinner for the adults isn't before 7:30. So, the kids get some sort of exciting kid dinner, such as hot dogs or chicken nuggets, and
French Toast with Apples and Cheese
by Michele Pesula Kuegler July 15th, 2008| Breakfast Dishes, Main Dishes, Recipes
As I mentioned in a previous post, we took a trip to Whole Foods the other weekend. Both my fiance and I enjoy a wide variety of cheeses and were not disappointed with the cheese counter at that store. Perusing the selection, I noticed some wedges of Wensleydale with cranberries.
Blueberry Salsa-Topped Chicken
by Michele Pesula Kuegler July 10th, 2008| Healthy Cooking, Main Dishes, Recipes
Looking for an interesting Saturday night dinner, we decided to try a dish that had fruit included. Although native blueberries weren't quite ready, we knew we would be shopping at Whole Foods and decided that we would be able to find some decent produce there.
So, this past Saturday, with just
So, this past Saturday, with just
Escarole and Pecan Salad
by Michele Pesula Kuegler July 10th, 2008| Recipes, Salads
When planning a meal, I enjoy the challenge of finding side dishes that coordinate with the entree. So, when we decided to make Blueberry Salsa-Topped Chicken, I began to consider options. With a variety of herbs and blueberries in the salsa and lime marinating with the chicken, I didn't
Peaches, A Taste of Summer
by Lisa Stauber July 9th, 2008| Recipes, Tasty ThoughtsAh, summertime. The farmer’s markets are full of fresh produce, and it’s a foodie’s paradise.
Peaches are a taste of sunshine, happily plentiful and cheap during the hottest days of the year. Here are four ways to enjoy summer’s best fruit.
- Eat
Tortilla Wedges
by Michele Pesula Kuegler July 8th, 2008| Appetizers, Breads, Recipes
To accompany our meal of Eggplant Stacks, a side of bread or pasta seemed too heavy. However, something in the carb-based category sounded appealing. With flour tortillas in our pantry and knowing the grill would be in use, I created my own light version of bread. This side was
Eggplant Stacks
by Michele Pesula Kuegler July 8th, 2008| Appetizers, Recipes
On a warm summer Monday I was debating what to make for dinner. Our twelve and ten year olds each had a friend staying for dinner and a sleepover, so trying to find a meal that would please all four and us seemed impossible. The children were happy to hear
