White Fish en Papillote
My first memory of eating delicious white fish was when I was 8 years old at a family reunion in Alaska. My mom’s cousin made the best beer-battered halibut I’ve ever tasted. At that time, I didn’t care much for any type of fish, let alone halibut, so it was quite a feat to get […]
Strawberry Snow Pea Salad
Yesterday, I talked at a local senior center while they shared dinner together. It was good practice for me, because I had to speak clearly and talk loud, which I need a little bit of work on. We talked about eating for energy, and I told them all the things they should and shouldn’t eat […]
Minty Asparagus Salad
Along with my beloved yellow daffodils, there is one more thing that just screams “Spring!” to me. Can you guess? Probably. Considering the title and the pictures that are plastered all over. But I’ll tell you anyways… Asparagus! Asparagus has about a one-month time span in this neck of the woods, so when it comes, I […]
Pepper Kale Chips
I just got an email from my friend asking if I’m a vegan these days. She is finalizing her wedding menu and adding in dietary restrictions, like a good hostess does. I had to laugh because I am definitely not a vegan, but I realize how I’ve managed to confuse people! This past year, while in […]
End of Summer Quinoa Salad
In preparation for our US visitors this weekend, I’ve been trying to get us a dinner reservation on Saturday night. I generally try to make reservations auf Deutsch…mainly to prove to myself that my German classes are worth the pain. I know how to ask for a reservation in German, but if they answer with […]
Watermelon Gazpacho {+ a barcelona tapas crawl}
Watermelon gazpacho is a sweet and spicy cold soup perfect for those hot summer nights when the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven or stovetop. Pair it with a few slices of prosciutto or top it with some mini mozarella balls and call it dinner! There are three things that stick […]