Valentine's Day 365
So there you are, mobile phone in hand, encouraged by the message on your screen: Any Swipe Could Change Your Life. So says Tinder, the “casual dating app”. After you sign up and load your profile and photos, you can review other registered men and women on the site. Swipe right if y[...]
Recipes, Salad and Dressing
I had the most delicious, ripe mango in my hand and some left over chicken from the night before so it only seemed right to blend the two for a light summer salad. Sometimes simple is soooo good! Mango Chicken Salad with Curried Cashews Ingredients: 2 cups chicken, finely chopped 3 scallion bulbs, t[...]
Aphrodisiacs and Spices
Everyone needs cinnamon in their spice drawer. Like the pleasing scent of vanilla, the aroma of cinnamon can be incredibly intoxicating – its no wonder throughout history its been considered an aphrodisiac. With its sweet, spicy, warm fragrance, cinnamon is used in both sweet and savory foods,[...]
Food Porn, Recipes, Seafood and Shellfish
Want to really really impress your date – then bring on the Lobster. Poached, grilled or steamed, lobster boasts a textured, deliciously sweet meat that when dipped in melted butter is simply divine. And of course there’s the licking of fingers to capture each and every drop. No matter how y[...]
Wanderlust
Il Ritrovo, which means a place to meet, was recommended by Gabriella – my guide along the hike up the mountain from Positano to Montepertuso. The hike comprised of a 5 mile walk before finishing it off with 850 steps UPHILL. Needless to say when we finally arrived at IlRitrovo I was relieved[...]
Recipes, Soup and Chowder
A while ago we presented our exclusive interview with the authors of Eating Delancey: A Celebration of Jewish Food by Aaron Rezny and Jordan Schaps. Today we get to share another of amazing recipes from the bookn– a true New York classic: The 2nd Ave Deli Matzo Balls. The 2nd Ave Deli [...]
