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McVitie’s Digestives Review (Product of UK)
These McVitie’s Digestives purchased at Eden Gourmet in South Orange NJ won over the entire RoodonFood family. My parents who are extremely particular about such matters, loved it with their tea. My normally reticent brother even went back for a second biscuit. Not unlike a graham cracker, the texture is grainy and dense but manages […]
Utz “The Crab Chip” with Chesapeake Bay Seasoning (Gluten Free, Vegetarian)
Utz Crab Chips despite the name do not contain crab but rather the seasoning associated with crab cakes and shrimp. Utz refers to it as Chesapeake Bay seasoning but many know it as “Old Bay.” This type of seasoning is beloved in and around the East and Gulf Coasts. The primary seasonings in the mix […]
Food and Wine Pairing Chart From Visual.ly
I just stumbled on this simple food and wine pairing chart from Visual.ly. This one doesn’t take into account heat levels but is definitely worth a look for general guideliness. Most of it makes good sense though I’m not sure if red zinfandel is really a “medium red.” Also I’ve found chocolate pairs well with […]
Milan’s Restaurant in Brooklyn (Slovak and Czech) Review and Interview
Milan’s Slovak & Czech restaurant is located in the growing South Slope part of Brooklyn. The only such place in the borough, it’s owned and operated by a couple, Milan and Flavka, who just celebrated the restaurant’s 16th anniversary. Before finally trying it I’d walked by countless times, casting surreptitious glances. Slovak food was totally […]
Tuna Salad Taco with Crunchies
Hybrid Food Confessions Tuna Salad Taco? This food idea may be a little weird but it came out of necessity. Out of bread and left with a few corn tortillas, tuna tacos were born. The tuna salad recipe below includes equal parts mustard to mayo to give some kick. Since both the tuna and corn […]
Indian Food & Wine Pairings
Finding a wine to pair with Indian food often leaves people at a loss. The spices are many and the flavors strong. The idea of pairing with anything other than beer is a relatively new phenomenon. This helpful New York Times article provides guidelines and specifics for common dishes. What works are low-alcohol varieties like […]
Mary’s Gone Crackers Sticks & Twigs Curry Flavor Review(Gluten Free)
This idea sounded great in theory. Curry flavor pretzels break new ground. Mary’s Gone Crackers Sticks & Twigs though were disappointing. The pretzels are hollow in the middle. They have a slight yellowish tint because of the turmeric in the curry powder. The crunch is pronounced but there is just too much going on with […]
Happy Valentine’s Day Followed by White Day but Hopefully Not Black Day
Happy Valentine’s Day! My girlfriend and I used to go out for dinner for Vday but getting reservations can sometimes be difficult, let alone finding a prefixe menu that sounds good. Our tradition over the last few years is to cook a nice meal together. Two favorites from past years include this massaman curry (GF/Vegan) […]
Mi-Del Gluten Free Arrowroot Cookies Review (Animal Crackers!)
The Mi-Del Arrowroot gluten free cookies would certainly fool most into thinking they’re regular flour. In fact, their tagline is “Gluten Free Cookies That Taste Like Cookies.” The flours included are corn, soy, potato rice and of course arrowroot. They taste crunchy and give off a whiff of vanilla. They’re like a fresher version of […]
Product Review: Rajah Tandoori Masala (Used with Tofu and Chicken)
Product Review: Rajah Tandoori Masala I’ve tried 3 or 4 other brands of tandoori masala. So far the Rajah brand has been the easiest and tastiest. I picked it up at Patel Brothers in Jackson Heights Queens. It’s not necessary, unlike other brands to add yogurt and or butter. You simply add and rub on […]
