Monthly Archives: February 2011

Scene: my apartment, empty Ikea boxes, screws on the loose, hungry men. What’s for dinner? Tofu stir fry with quinoa. Umm what? The look on my friends faces I will never forget. However, by now I have gained their trust … Continue reading →

Before we continue together any further, there is one ingredient I must share. This ingredient is so special it is deserving of its own special post. Trader Joe’s Orange Muscat Champagne Vinegar is the closest thing I have ever seen … Continue reading →

My most favorite food? Aside from Mac ‘n Cheese, it has got to be the sweet potato. Rich in Vitamins A and C, the sweet potato offers more then just some color to any dish. On menus all over it … Continue reading →

Last semester I taught nutrition to children in the Bronx through City Harvest in a program called “Side by Side” where the children would learn along side their parents some nutrition and how to cook in a healthy fashion. One … Continue reading →

My photog skills thus far definitely are not going to win me any awards, this I know (sorry Grandma Judy). I’m just in it for the cooking. Thankfully, I have plenty of friends in my arsenal who know their way … Continue reading →

So my obsession with quinoa will definitely be shown over the course of the blog. This super-food really is super with lots of protein AND fiber, I just can not resist its power. I wondered if the usual rice-based veggie … Continue reading →

Well hello there everyone, I’m finally back! Benefits of unemployment? One week vacations can turn into three week vacations quite easily. I have to say the vacation was wonderful, but I definitely missed being in my kitchen. I’m craving veggie-licious … Continue reading →