Tag Archive | food
How to Loosen Brown Sugar
Brown sugar can harden like nothing else. But these tips from Lifehacker show that you don’t have to barbarically hack away at the sugar clump. First off, to avoid clumps in the future, store brown sugar in an airtight container. If the brown sugar is already hardened and it’s not necessary to cook something immediately, […]
December Food Song of the Month: We Wish You A Merry Christmas
What’s figgy pudding? The Food Song of the Month is “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.” While it’s late in the month, it seems appropriate since the holiday is almost upon us. The song dates back to to 16th century England. Historically, this was sung last by carolers because it makes mention of the new […]
Christmas Cookie Baking Tips Via Smithsonian Magazine
The phrase “here be dragons” appeared on uncharted or dangerous territories on maps during the Medieval era. Many people view baking this way. On the stove top, if a dish is too spicy, additional water, honey or even potato can remedy the situation. With baking, if your dough isn’t reacting correctly, it’s a guaranteed do-over. This […]
The 4 Best Christmas Movie Food Scenes
It’s Christmas movie time on all of the TV networks. Whether It’s A Wonderful Life, Frosty the Snowman or Elf, more often than not, something is on. TBS is doing their annual 24 hour marathon of a Christmas Story. Food is an integral part of Christmas so it’s not surprising that the movies below feature […]
Christmas Candy: Hershey’s Kisses Milk Chocolate with Mint Truffle
Candy makers get a little lazy during the holidays. They often sell the very same stuff but in seasonal colored foil or wrappers. If you’re lucky, the candy might also be in a re-shaped like a Christmas tree or Santa. Hershey’s however stands a class apart by offering these Milk Chocolate Kisses with Mint Truffle. […]
Mocha Recipe and December Snow
We got our first snow of December yesterday. Prospect Park in Brooklyn had a lovely coat, especially on the meadow. After a nice walk, impromptu snowball fight (in which I emerged victorious), and a log roll (I lost handily) it only made sense to have a tasty mocha. Because I’m somewhat lactose intolerant, it’s made […]
Thanksgiving Turkey & Mash Leftover Sandwich
This was exciting because it was a co-creation between my Dad and I. It’s more akin to an Indian chop or cutlet than a standard post-Thanksgiving sandwich. It features, turkey chopped small, mashed potatoes and a few other special ingredients. Serve sandwich with RoodonFood Cranberry relish. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15-20 minutes Servings: […]
Cranberry Chutney / Cranberry Relish Recipe
Unfortunately, it’s the end of cranberry season in North America. The good news is that they’re on sale at your grocery store so stock up now. (They hold up well frozen). Cranberries are the alpha dogs of berries. Whatever you add them to, they will be the hero adding brightness and acidity. When making this […]
NASA Farming on the Moon
While regular consumers participate in CSAs or greenmarkets on boring old earth, NASA is considering growing vegetables on the moon. There has been talk for years about astronauts living on the moon. The first steps to make that happen is growing plants. Still in experimental stages, they are looking into turnips and basil among others. […]
SO Delicious Pumpkin Spice Coconut Milk Review
SO Delicious, a brand known for dairy free ice cream and milks brings us Pumpkin Spice Coconut Milk. Non-gmo, organic, vegan and gluten free, it will be difficult to find someone who cannot drink this. Care to make a wager? Because just about every place features pumpkin based items this time of year, it’s important […]
