I got this recipe from my mother-in-law. She’s Greek, obvi, and knows how to make the best oven roasted chicken and potatoes in the world. Needless to say, no matter how many times I’ve made this recipe it never turns out like hers. Hate when …
Here come the talks of detox… *eyeroll*. I’ve given up on making new years resolutions. But for all of you brave souls that will start the year eating healthier and working out, here is a great, and well balanced, winter salad recipe. Make extra and …
The Greeks call it Avgolemono. It’s a rich lemon and chicken soup with rice thickened with eggs. No cream or dairy at all yet it’s unbelievably creamy and smooth. Said to cure all illnesses, I just find it incredibly tasty. Sephardic Jews call it Agristada …
I love grocery shopping. With my bags in hand and no recipe in mind, I walk in giddily, throw my hair up, grab a cart and push everyone out of my way. Grocery stores are inspiring. I’m that a-hole that parks their cart while walking up and …
I’m pooped. Tas and I just got back from an 18 day trip where we ate our way through Italy and Spain. I can’t even speak the word “ham” in fear of getting heartburn. Never though I would miss chicken so much. Grilled Chicken Kebab …
I have a death wish. It’s the middle of summer and all I want to do is roast and bake. Tas and I try to keep the house at a glorious 77˚. Now the key word there is try. When the afternoon sun rolls around …
A Hasidic Jew saw my butt today. I buy shorts that are four sizes too big; shorts in my waist size choke dem thighs. What’s the opposite of a muffin top? But like, two of them? Anyway, I’m in a Kosher grocery …
There are certain things I remember my mom making: schnitzel and rice, beef and green beans, matbucha, bolognese, batata sofrito (chicken & potatoes), chamin, etc. And then there are the things I remember my dad making: spaghetti with garlic, spicy schug eggs, steak …
Contrary to popular belief, I am not a nona. I am not even Italian. Yes, I know, I have the light eyes/dark hair combo. And yes, I talk A LOT with my hands. Yes, I was raised in Jersey, and thanks, I …
Mexican Turkey & Bean Quinoa Bowl with quick pickled corn & onions makes 4 bowls For the Quick Pickled Corn & Onion: 1 can (8.5 oz) whole kernel corn 1/4 bulb red onion, sliced thinly 1 cup apple cider vinegar 1 Tbsp sugar …