Monthly Archives: April 2010
In Print: Clips from Food Sections
5. – The Chicago Tribune Taste Test: 6 Vanilla Frostings “There are more varieties of canned vanilla frosting than there are ingredients in a basic recipe. At one supermarket, we found six versions of a basic “vanilla frosting” — plus … Continue reading
Filed under Food, News, Outside DC, Restaurants
Planting Tomatoes
As one of the most ubiquitous and best-loved vegetables, it’s hard to beat the taste and scent of sun-ripened tomatoes (the ones in the grocery store are usually artificially ripened) and the best way to satisfy the craving is to … Continue reading
Filed under Food, Gardening, Home Keeping, How To
Earth Day Roundup
With Earth day upon us, here are some of the specials and events going on around town at some of my favorite spots to eat… Poste’s Rob Weland will roast a 400 pound pig from Eco Friendly Foods as Poste … Continue reading
Filed under holiday, Restaurants
Happy Earth Day!
In celebration of Earth Day, here are a couple of tips for being a little more “green” everyday. Wash clothes less often – Wait until you have a large load to run the washing machine. And then, wash with cold … Continue reading
Dolcezza Opens in Dupont
Exciting news… Dolcezza Artisanal Gelato is opening yet another location! The store’s opening in Dupont Circle next weekend makes three. After my jaunt in Argentina, I’ve been on more of an ice cream/gelato/helado kick than ever before and usually the … Continue reading
In Print: Clips from Food Sections
5. – The Chicago Tribune Dynamic Duo with Shared History “Actually, salt and black pepper have ancient histories. Salt, of course, is necessary for life, in addition to all of its other properties, such as preserving food and enhancing flavor. … Continue reading
Filed under Food, News, Outside DC
In Print: Clips from Food Sections
5. – The Chicago Tribune Smoke Signals “Stove-top smoking is certainly not a new concept: Scatter some wood chips in a roasting pan, and put the meat on a rack to sit above it. Loosely cover the pan and heat. … Continue reading
Filed under Food, News, Outside DC
