Category Archives: cooking
Pork shoulder. Perfect for a rainy day dinner
It’s been 5 months now and I’m very much still NOT used to this weather but I’m started to get better with it. The rain gear; umbrellas, galoshes, coats – one for running and one for walking, the dog rain … Continue reading
My new life in San Francisco…what a trip
San Francisco… what is there to say. People love this place. It’s foggy a lot, it’s got the Giants and the 9er’s – two teams I never cheated on while living in LA for over 20 years. It’s got a … Continue reading
Squash Blossoms… stuff’em!
Again, I’ve been TERRIBLE at this blog stuff lately!! I can say, however, I have a really good excuse! This summer was a summer of change…in more ways than one. All for the better, but a lot at once. I … Continue reading
Holy crap, I LOOOOOOVE lamb!!
I do… I really really do. I didn’t for a long time growing up. Now? I crave/need it! My fav are those little lollipop chops that are so simple and easy. Trader Joe’s, Whole Paycheck or even the meat guy … Continue reading
Time flies when you’re debating “to juice or not to juice” …that is the question.
And really… it extends to ‘invest or not to invest’ is the other question. Is anyone else having an internal debate over the ever growing fade of the juicing? Or is it just me and it’s been around forever but … Continue reading
First Bite of Freedom
…not really. It’s been a while and lot has been going on through the holidays and what not. But I’m back and going to try to get this kicked up again. To my few readers, thank you for you for … Continue reading
Honestly, the BEST braised short ribs I’ve ever made…it’s true.
I’m not gonna lie, I love making braised short ribs. Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall… these meaty bites never fail. They make a kitchen and the entire house smell amazing. They are simple, but they MUST be bff’d with some … Continue reading
Trying as many recipes as I can!
When my sister comes to visit from Boston she’s been bringing us some recipe booklets that she’s found at her local Whole Paycheck (or officially known as Whole Foods). They’re awesome and the last one she brought out for my … Continue reading
A food blogger event…. I had no idea!!
I had no idea what i was getting into with starting a food blog. I had no idea that there were ‘events’ for food bloggers and that there is a food blogger ‘clique’ that you may or may not get … Continue reading
Springtime treats… they’re worth the fuss!
English peas, pea tendrils and fava beans… I wish we could enjoy these treats year round. Right now you can find them at your local farmers market, but since they’re days are limited, I buy them every weekend until they’re … Continue reading
The Flip Flop Contessa 