Monthly Archives: May 2009

In Print: Clips from Food Sections

5. – The Chicago Tribune Recession Leads Cooks Outdoors to the Grill “The barbecue association estimates 85 million American households, 8 out of 10, own a grill or smoker. And more than half of all grill owners are now grilling … Continue reading

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Imbibe in Old Town

When you’re in the mood for a cold, refreshing beverage forget about the Miller Light and head to Old Town where Jackson 20 (on King Street) is the King of Cocktails!  We headed over on Friday night, in desperate search … Continue reading

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From Sea to Shining Sea!

I can’t believe it’s over and I’m back from an incredibly busy and taxing week in NYC.  The National Stationery Show was a huge success – you’ll now be able to purchase Haute Papier’s products from over 50 stores from … Continue reading

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New York Dining!

I’m in New York for the next week for The National Stationery Show and before the show starts on Sunday, I’ll be eating my way around the city.  Dinner last night was at 5 Napkin Burger and unfortunately, and fortunately (it … Continue reading

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It’s my domestic duty…

to remind you that postage prices went up yesterday.  Here’s the link to the post I did a while back explaining the increases.

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Potato Pancakes

My Nona makes the best potato pancakes.  They’re not latkes – they’re potato pancakes, German style.  The potato is grated so finely you can barely tell it’s potato other when you bite into the distinct crisp they get around the … Continue reading

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In Print: Clips from Food Sections

5. – The Chicago Tribune Meatloaf Making Tricks “Which brings us to that other perfect meatloaf. It can be found on Nantucket, where it is lost on the summer residents and overlooked by tourists who jam the cobblestone streets from … Continue reading

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Feliz Cinco de Mayo!

I’ll be celebrating this Mexican holiday with a feast of small plates tonight and wanted to share my guacamole recipe.  It’s not super traditional, but yields delicious results!  Let me know if you like it! Guacamole with Corn 2/3 cup … Continue reading

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