This summer, I finally decided to tackle something that I have been either too busy, or too afraid to tackle: My very own garden. I know it sounds silly, but I have dreamed of growing my own food for some time now. I have to say, it has certainly been a learning experience. What to…
Tag: Food
Ending One Chapter, Starting Another
Recently (finally), I graduated from culinary school. It’s amazing! My love of cooking has definitely taken me down a path I could not have predicted. Of course the obvious (and often asked) question is: “what’s next?” In short, to cook. As much as possible and as for as many people as possible. I’m not a…
My Top 10 in New York City
This summer, differing from my normal intentions of plenty of beach time and music, I spent my summer working hard during an internship, a taste of what my life is to become in the coming years post culinary school. I was lucky enough to land an internship at Gramercy Tavern, a New York institution as…
Seven Days in Sydney
A few weeks ago, I landed from a week long trip in Sydney, Australia. I’ve been peeling from the intense sun and desperate to go back ever since. It was a whirlwind trip, one that included all the major sights of the city, plus some underground spots and local watering holes introduced to me by…
Some Favorites for the Holidays
My favorite holiday is tomorrow. Yes, it’s thanksgiving. I don’t think anyone is surprised. I know it has some pretty sketchy roots, but I just love the idea of a holiday that celebrates eating and drinking. I’m also off from school for a few days, giving me time to relax and restore a little. I’m…
Recipe: Plum Coffee Cake
It’s no secret that I’m not the best at baking, mostly because I shy away from trying it. It intimidates me. When I saw this post from StrawberryPlum, however, I had to try it. I love coffee cake, and, ironically, how well it pairs with tea. Figured I’d give it a go, I mean, it’s…
Cheap Eats: Cutty’s
Even though it’s unofficially summer, it’s still kinda cold and rainy this week. No matter, as soon picnic weather will be upon us, and what’s better for a picnic than a sandwich you don’t have to make? Not much guys, not much. Cutty’s is an awesome sandwich shop in Brookline that has gotten rave reviews…
Recipe: Sautéed Veal with Corn and Tomatoes
Summer is slowly but surely coming upon us, and I have discovered a gem. Wegman’s, an upstate New York grocery chain, has opened a location in Chesnut Hill. Oh man, is it worth the drive. The selection and quality of my groceries has skyrocketed, as this store is a monster. Literally huge and filled with…
Recipe: Pork Schnitzel
Being a food blogger sometimes has some major perks. Like opening my door to a box full of bags of free Pretzel Crips. Awesome. After mowing my way through a few of the packages, I decided it would be cool to cook with the pretzels in a different way. What’s a better way to use…
Cheap Eats: @Union
Who doesn’t love brunch? No one, that’s who. I personally love breakfast foods without having to wake up at breakfast times (read: before noon). That’s why I’m happy to live in a college town; I’m not alone in these beliefs. I’m also not alone in being frugal (read: broke), and when I heard about @Union,…
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