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Spicy Zucchini Soup

Posted on February 23, 2020 by

Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
I recently was invited to a  farm to table tasting. One of the courses  placed in front of me was a tiny insulting “bowl” of Spicy Zucchini soup. It was so damn good…

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Night at the Supermarket Warehouse

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Beet Salad with Pecorino, Candied Pecans, and Shishito Peppers

Posted on February 14, 2020 by

Flipping through a magazine in line at the grocery store (am I the only one who does this?) I came across a recipe for Beets with Pecorino, Pecans, and Shishito Peppers. I thought oh, I can make that. Here is … Continue reading →

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The Party’s Over

Posted on January 21, 2020 by

How do I subtly tell guest that the party’s over and it’s time to leave?   Before the party: include an end time on the invitation (for example, “Dinner and dessert from 7p.m. to 10p.m”) This goes for text messages … Continue reading →

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What the hell are Padrón Peppers

Posted on December 31, 2019 by

Strolling through the farmers market, Padrón peppers caught my eye. They are not new to me, in the sense that I have seen them on the menu at my favorite tapas restaurant as “Blistered Padrón Peppers”. I have watched diners … Continue reading →

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