07.07.09
Posted in peppers at 9:59 pm by cecilia

Sometimes culinary pleasure lies in the simplest of things. I think I’m now officially a Padrón pepper addict. These little green peppers, originally from Galicia, Spain, have intrigued many over the years as a popular tapa dish. They even have festivals in honor of these nutty and sweet, yet occasionally hot peppers. And because one cannot predict which pepper is hot, eating these green devils has also been known as playing the culinary Russian Roulette. Read the rest of this entry »
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05.07.09
Posted in Arugula, Cheese, Comté, Cured Meats, Mimolette, No-cook meals, Oils, Olive Oil, Prosciutto, Veggies at 3:41 pm by cecilia

The Gourmet Senses Fast Food Plate - All photos by Cecilia
It’s quite often that I lose track of time while working on my day job. I’m fortunate that my job does allow me to work from home more often than not. Today is one of those days when it feels too late to venture out to grab a quick bite. Not having much time to cook either, I decide to assemble a few things from the fridge and see what I can come up with. Read the rest of this entry »
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04.26.09
Posted in Romesco Sauce, Veggies at 9:28 am by cecilia

Not scallions (or green onions), not leeks - All Photos by Cecilia
Spring brings a bounty of new produce options at the market. Lately, I can’t get enough of these sweet and tender spring onions. How do I eat them? Read the rest of this entry »
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