Herbs in the Garden I love having fresh herbs for whatever I am cooking. My garden has a profusion of every variety. Three types of basil, English and lemon thyme, rosemary, parsley and lemongrass. I even have lavender for making syrup. Great Lakes Gardening Herbs are hearty plants. Given favorable conditions they thrive with little…
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When You Are Looking for Great Sushi
Sushi Like most major cities, Chicago has a wealth of sushi restaurants. While I like to try the newest and most authentic spots, I most often have sushi delivered. Make It Better Although Evanston has both neighborhood and date-night sushi places, my favorite local sushi purveyor is Wilmette’s 153 Akira at 1137 Greenleaf Ave. A…
Make Steak Tacos for an Easy Weeknight Dinner
Korean Steak Tacos Korean steak tacos fuse Korean bbq and Mexican street food. Los Angeles food truck Koi Korean BBQ is generally credited with their invention. They fill Mexican tortillas with Korean ingredients such as bulgogi and kimchi. Koi Korean BBQ The fusion of flavors at Koi Korean BBQ have earned it recognition in the…
How a Fresh Figs Recipe Makes Your Fall Meals Easy
Fresh Figs Recipe One of the joys of fall are fresh figs. After weeks of corn and tomatoes I’m ready for some new flavors. Nevertheless, it takes little effort to turn figs into a meal. My greatest challenge is deciding which fresh fig recipe to make. The Uniqueness of Figs Fresh figs are lusciously sweet….
Where to Find Some of the Best DC Restaurants
DC Restaurants The long weekend gave me the opportunity to discover Washington DC restaurants. DC has transformed into a foodie paradise since my last visit, and I was excited by the prospect of adventure. Of course there were more good choices, than time. Rigsby Restaurant DC The Kimpton Carlyle Hotel Dupont Circle is the perfect destination for…
How to Prepare a Delicious Healthy Lunch
Healthy Lunch Ideas As the summer winds down I start looking for new lunch ideas. After many tomato and fresh mozzarella feasts I want something new. Preferably something healthy and easy, with ingredients from the farmer’s market. Since I prefer protein based meals I chose to make a variation on a cheese sandwich. Ploughman’s Lunch…
How To Make Great Milkshakes
Milkshakes Milkshakes are great anytime. But stopping for ice cream is a rite summer. Creamy and cold, they bring instant relief on a hot day. Raspberry Milkshakes One reason I describe my diet as “healthyish” is my love for desserts. Life wouldn’t be as the same without the pleasure of sweets. This summer my new…
How This Easy Gazpacho Recipe Can Keep You Cool
Authentic Gazpacho I love gazpacho. Chopped vegetables in cold juice are so restorative on a hot day. Nevertheless, I knew my go to recipe was far from authentic. A variation on Ina Garten’sfrom The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook, it has chopped vegetables rather than pureed. Most Spanish recipes for gazpacho feature smooth soups, with chunky vegetables and…
When You Are Looking for the Best Middle Eastern Food in Chicago
Middle Eastern Food I love Middle Eastern food, and one of my favorite Chicago discoveries is Kabul House, a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant. An Afghan kabob house, it draws on the cuisines of India, Persia, the Mediterranean and China. Afghan Restaurants Afghanistan is located in Central Asia, between the Indian Subcontinent, Iran and the former Soviet…
Why You Want a Better Kale Salad Recipe
A healthy kale salad might be a cliche, but it can also be delicious.s Even people who hate cabbage like them. Low calorie and filled with fiber a kale salad is a perfect antidote to an indulgent holiday weekend. I have to admit I didn’t expect to like kale. I don’t like cooked greens. Won…