We love this recipe so much that it's become our family Chanukah tradition. It is a great twist on the traditional version. These hybrid sweet potato latkes topped with some super charged sour cream make for a great combo. If cilantro's not your thing, try mixing it up with another fresh … [Read more...]
Things That Make You Go “Hmmm… I’m Such an A-hole.”
So, last time I posted a rather long list of woes about me and my home I've been trying to spruce up for the holidays. Since then, Painter has finished the job, and he hasn't been back since Monday, which is awesome - lovely as he was - but we're all ever so happy to have one less body in the house, … [Read more...]
Move Over Dexter, There’s a New Guy in Town
For those who may be unaware, I just finished a month long fundraiser called Movember - where I grew a moustache to increase awareness of prostate cancer.As a thanks to all of those of you who were generous enough to donate - I filmed the finale.Special thanks - David, Jack, Sean, Sylvia, … [Read more...]
On Becoming a Hermit
Today was...an adventure...to say the least. I remember standing at the counter three months ago at Chase's 15 month well check, waiting to make his 18 month appointment. I remember thinking, how convenient, just as he will be coming back it will be time to bring in the baby for her two week … [Read more...]
Chicken Bouillabaisse
Chicken Bouillabaisse Adapted from Barefoot Contessa Serves: 4 Ingredients: 1 cut up chicken salt and pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablesoon minced fresh rosemary leaves 5 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon saffron threads 1 teaspoon whole fennel … [Read more...]
Things Can Always Be Worse
I've been AWOL lately because my house has been (unhappily) under shrink-wrap. We've have a house painter here - for about 4 weeks now - and though I'm doing my very best to stay focused on the bigger, brighter picture, the realities of having the entire family crammed into a third of our usual … [Read more...]
Today I’m Thankful
I will admit that in years past Thanksgiving was always just about good food, football and shopping. I never really gave much though to the things I was truly thankful for. This year, for many reasons, I've given the matter some pretty serious thought. Here is my first official "Things I am Thankful … [Read more...]
The American Music Awards 2010, Take Two: The Fashion Edition
THE GOOD:Katy Perry. Wow. She really blew me away. I usually think she looks pretty, um, unappealing. But, seriously, she looked so good last night. Her dress was flattering, her hair was beautiful. But, please, for the love of god, don't get me started on how awful her singing was. Girl should … [Read more...]
Pad Thai Noodles
VH is making it easier and easier to make delicious Asian cuisine from the comfort of your own kitchen. I took their new Pad Thai sauce for a spin with delicious results. I kept this recipe as simple as possible while keeping it both quick and delicious. Pad Thai sauce is sweet and garlicky with a … [Read more...]
Artichokes
You know what's sexy? Artichokes.We've been eating them lately because they're in season, and they're easy. (And gluten-free - you're welcome Martin!)To prepare, just trim the pointy tips of the leaves, and trim the stem a little bit. Drop into a few inches of boiling water, and cook for about 20 - … [Read more...]
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