Monthly Archives: July 2009
How to: Cook Lobster
I know, it’s the moment you’ve been waiting for… We’ll maybe you haven’t been waiting for it, but I’ve been excited to finally get some pictures up from our “vacation” in Maine. We spent a good deal of time searching … Continue reading
Filed under Food, How To, Outside DC
Public Service Announcement
I felt the need to post this as a PSA since I’m really feeling the need for something sweet. You’ll be able to catch me there after some serious weed pulling in the garden this afternoon.
Filed under Events, Food, Restaurants
In Print: Clips From Food Sections
5. – The Chicago Tribune Foodzie allows buyers to track products to its source in a few clicks “When you buy a tomato, an ear of corn or even a jar of salsa at your local farmers market, it’s easy … Continue reading
Filed under Books, Events, Food, Gardening, News, Outside DC, Restaurants
Oh Sugar, Sugar…
We’ll, I’m back. I’m not sure if I’m more rested, but I’m definitely fatter and had a good time! These suckers helped with that. If you never make breakfast rolls because they’re fussy and take too much time early in … Continue reading
Crafting Away a Rainy Day
Hellllooo from rainy Maine. It sure is beautiful and delicious up here, but the rain has kept me inside this afternoon. I’ve been wanting to make one of these fabulous nautical rope trivets for some time now and after seeing … Continue reading
From the Kitchen of: Olivier Perret
This week’s chef is Olivier Perret, Executive Chef at Ici Urban Bistro in the Sofitel. Born in Burgundy, France, Olivier has always had the passion for flavor and visual presentation of food. He share’s another love with The District Domestic … Continue reading
Filed under Food, Interview, Restaurants
In Print: Clips from Food Sections
5. – The Chicago Tribune New Takes on Deviled Eggs “Deviled eggs scream of childhood summers, of picnics at the beach, lazy cookouts in the backyard, sunset snacks on the balcony or patio. There’s something simple and delicious about the … Continue reading
Lobster for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
I leave on Friday for a week in Casco Bay, Maine and in the mean time, I’ll be packing my best tips, tricks and recipes for this delicious crustacean. If you’ve got a must try, send it to thedistrictdomestic(at)gmail(dot)com and … Continue reading
Mason Jar Cocktails
By now I’m sure you’ve had a Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka cocktail. If you haven’t ask the next time you’re out. It seems to be the drink of the moment at bars all over the city. Rocklands, my favorite bbq … Continue reading
Filed under alcohol, Beverage, Restaurants
In case you missed it…
Daily Candy’s Deal of the Week is one of my favorite cleaning products. 1. Because it doesn’t contain chemicals and 2. They’ve got great packaging and 3. Because Mrs. Meyer and I share the same last name! To get the … Continue reading
Filed under Home Keeping
