February 26, 2010
Every Tuesday morning, I’m stuck driving into downtown Chicago, attending three back-to-back classes at Loyola University Chicago, hanging around and doing homework for about an hour and then going to a meeting. It’s a long day, to the say the least. Although I usually pack a light lunch to get me through that second class, during my break between classes and my meeting, I always make sure to head down the block to the wonderful little restaurant, the Soupbox.
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February 19, 2010
For Lent this year, I’ll be giving up meat. It’s day three and I already feel like I’m being majorly challenged. I’m a picky eater as it is, so cutting out all my chicken and beef isn’t giving me as many options for dinner. The first year that I fasted from meat, I was eating peanut butter and jelly sandwiches almost every day. Thankfully, over the years, I’ve learned a few tricks to survive the Lenten season without feeling too starved of protein.
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March 13, 2009
Sustainable Bluefin Tuna - Phew, scientists came out with a way to make diners feel less guilty when ordering bluefin tuna in sushi restaurants (remember bluefin tuna were nearly extinct?)
Acai Altercation? - Maybe we jumped to conclusions, acai might not be as full of antioxidants after all.
Black Bean Benefits - High in fiber, protein and many more nutrients, New York Times dubs beans “nature’s health food.”
25 Kitchen Tips - Professional chefs share their tricks and tips for common kitchen problems!
A Different Kind of Potato Salad - Even though this chef has been making this recipe since the 1970s, some say deep fried potatoes are an innovation in potato salad.
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August 8, 2008
I am a purist in many ways. No ketchup on hot dogs, no soy sauce on sushi and no horseradish on my gefilte fish. The way I see it is: I like it eat what tastes good, so I want to taste what I’m eating. I realize that a good dipping sauce or spread can enhance the natural flavors of a food, but generally, I like to keep it simple. I find this is especially true when ingredients are seasonal and fresh. When you mess with perfection, you just end up with a mess.
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