Monthly Archives: August 2009

Nesting and Rhubarb

Posted on August 31, 2009 by

No matter how old you are, the start of school signals fall. I don’t care if you’re a kid, if you have kids, or if you just drive by a school on your way to work each day-the hustle and … Continue reading →

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What I’m Reading Today

Posted on August 26, 2009 by

Rushing off to catch a ferry to our wi-fi free place on Whidbey Island, I missed my Wednesday round up last week. Apologies to those you caught me! I’m moving on so, here’s what I’m reading this week. I think … Continue reading →

Posted in blackberry, chicken, crisp, fig, fruit, peach, peanut, pork, recipe, seattle | 1 Comment

And now for my two cents…

Posted on August 22, 2009 by

You know that feeling when everyone you know has hyped up the latest new restaurant, you finally get a reservation, and the night you eat there it’s just, well…ok? That’s how I’ve felt about seeing Julie and Julia. Not only … Continue reading →

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Old Friends, a New Restaurant, and Leftovers

Posted on August 14, 2009 by

Last night I met four old friends for dinner in Seattle. We tried a relatively new place in Wallingford called Cantinetta. Three stars from the local reviews and a few friends had been there and had great meals. The space … Continue reading →

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What I’m Reading Today

Posted on August 12, 2009 by

Today I’m heading off on my summer vacation. Taking a couple of weeks to visit ‘home’, Seattle. Expect some posts about the eats I find! In the meantime, here’s what I’m reading today. Ever been daunted by the task of … Continue reading →

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Rice Pudding

Posted on August 8, 2009 by

Rice pudding is one of those desserts you either love or hate. I grew up eating it and love it in any shape or form-hot, warm, cold, wet, dry, baked, boiled, etc…I’ve tried every version I can get my hands … Continue reading →

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What I’m Reading Today

Posted on August 5, 2009 by

The sun in finally beginning to shine in San Francisco. I guess after 11 years I should be used to this Indian summer but every year seems colder than the last. Good excuse to cook I guess! Over the recent … Continue reading →

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Grilled Pita

Posted on August 3, 2009 by

Good pita is hard to find. The ever-stale stuff bagged in the supermarket is nasty unless you’re making pita chips. Mediterranean markets occasionally sell the tender bread and, if you’re really lucky, you might stumble upon it at a farmer’s … Continue reading →

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