Lettuce Wraps with Five Spice Flank Steak and Peanut Sauce
I’m really into Google Analytics. For the past few years, GA has been a perpetually open tab on my computer screen, and I often find myself mesmerized by its knowledge and general wizardry. Google can tell me how many wonderful people are on this site at any given time, what brought them here, what they’re looking at,…
Read MoreOpen-Face BBQ Chicken Club with Guacamole and Provolone
I’m fresh off the vacation boat, and given my post Euro trip comedown/severe jet lag, all things are a serious struggle right now. That said, in a single week I managed to cultivate a very respectable base tan, master upwards of six words in Italian, and capture many priceless photos/videos of my roommate in all his Mediterranean mer-man…
Read MoreFoolproof Chocolate Cake with Whipped Cream and Fresh Berries
I FUCKING LOVE CAKE. I know starting a post with profanity and all caps is aggressive, but I have strong feelings, and sometimes internet expression is hard. I’m sorry. The truth is, I’ve been a die-hard cake fan for as long as I can remember. And when I say “cake,” I mean real cakes that…
Read MoreThe Dude Diet: Forward and Onward!
How’s it hanging, dudes? I know it’s been a while since the last official Dude Diet post, and for that I apologize. Since I literally live and breathe the Dude Diet on a daily basis, I sometimes forget that you may need some focused attention, reassurance, and updates on your not-so-humble ambassador’s progress. So again,…
Read MoreJust The Tip: How To Pick A Ripe Avocado
In case you haven’t noticed, avocado is having a moment. Avocados have always been awesome (duh), but God knows #avocadotoast has gone viral in the past couple years, and it’s only picking up steam. Those of you that know me are aware that I’m all kinds of down with the magical buttery fruit (yes, avocado…
Read MoreSun-Dried Tomato and Goat Cheese Egg Sandwiches with Crispy Prosciutto
For the past two years, my roommate and I have been aggressively trying to become brunch regulars at a place in our ‘hood called Jeffrey’s Grocery. It’s a laid-back, slightly funky spot with killer cocktails, fluffy ricotta pancakes, and the best bacon in town served to the tunes of a Tupac and Biggie-heavy playlist. Needless…
Read MoreGrilled Vegetable Salad with Farro
Since becoming a “grown-up” New Yorker, I’ve developed a love-hate relationship with summer. (I know it’s not quite summer yet, but Memorial Day is almost upon us, and it’s supposed to be 90 degrees tomorrow, so I feel like it’s acceptable to start discussing my former favorite season. Go with it.) The hate part can largely…
Read More"Chickpotle" Tortilla Pizza
Chickpotle Tortilla Pizzas!!!! Before I detail the deliciousness of magical tortilla ‘zas, I’d like to quickly outline an ideal scenario for consuming these bad boys. Picture this… After reading this post, you send an email to your bestie/roommate/family members informing them that you’ll be fiesta-ing tonight, and if they aren’t total pussies previously engaged, they…
Read MoreMatcha-colada Smoothie Bowl
I screwed up, and I’m sorry. It’s been a hectic few weeks, and in my flustered state I somehow misread my calendar, making next week’s recipes this week. I was okay with it (it’s not like you would know), but then I realized that the Kentucky Derby was this weekend and Cinco de Mayo was Tuesday. The…
Read MorePineapple-Ginger Mojitos
Happy Friday to all! As promised, I have a cocktail for you. It’s been a long week, and I’m sure you’re tired and antsy, so let’s keep things simple today. Booze first, and then if you feel like sticking around, I’ve got a couple surprises for shits and giggles. (Don’t get too excited, people, they’re…
Read More8 Sexy Green Salads for Spring
Guess what???!!! Widespread Panic is coming to Brooklyn this weekend, and they’re playing TWO shows. I’m like so excited/anxious I can’t sleep at night. I’ve been listening exclusively to PanicStream and obsessively checking out setlists from the past few weeks trying to figure out what they might have in store. Between you and me, I…
Read MoreBanana-Berry Baked Oatmeal Bites
Yesterday’s culinary experiments were an absolute shitshow. I know that’s a harsh opening line for your casual blog reading, and I’m sorry, but dear GOD, perfecting these Banana-Berry Baked Oatmeal Bites was a nightmare. I’m still recovering from the trauma. For the sake of back story, I’ve been wanting to experiment with baked oatmeal for…
Read MoreSpiced Turkey and Zucchini Meatballs with Basil Yogurt Sauce
Yoga and turkey meatballs are having a renaissance in my apartment this week. In college, I used to do yoga all the time. The fact that it was “gentle yoga for beginners” and mostly involved me rolling around hungover on the floor of a hippie Cambridge gym (which I joined to avoid any of my…
Read MorePortobello Fajitas with Chipotle Cashew Cream
Fajitas remind me of Scotland. This may seem like a ridiculous association, but given the fact that I practically lived on them during the spring of 2008, it’s very real. I can’t remember if I’ve mentioned it, but yours truly studied abroad at Scotland’s very own University of St. Andrews her junior spring. I had…
Read MoreLasagna Quinoa Bake with Chicken, Spinach and Mushrooms
It’s sort of a joke amongst my family members that I have terrible taste in movies. This is completely ridiculous and based on a one-time claim that A Night at the Roxbury was the best movie I had ever seen. So, pretty much anytime I recommend a movie, somebody will be like, “Well, you thought…
Read MoreLemon Orzo Soup with Spring Vegetables
The first day back from vacation is always mildly unpleasant, and yesterday was no exception. After spending an amazing long weekend in Santa Barbara getting loved up, eating fish tacos, and working on my bronze, the reality of Monday morning seemed particularly harsh. There was a teeny bit of jet-lag happening, my back hurt, and…
Read MoreTropical Ginger Smoothie
I would give anything right now for this smoothie with an aggressive Mount Gay floater. I’m currently writing to you from the sky, friends, and the situation is grim. We’re only 2½ hours into the flight and my roommate’s passed out (legs spread, death snore in full effect), I’ve consumed my entire snack pack (even…
Read MoreBaked Eggs with Chicken Sausage, Quinoa and Salsa Verde
I do my best to keep things fresh around here. Knowing (and appreciating) that you take time out of your very busy and important schedules to come hang out, I really try to mix it up on the both the narrative and recipe fronts each week. Thank you and you’re welcome! I probably shouldn’t tell…
Read More5-Day Detox Plan
It’s spring! You know what that means? It means that it’s almost summer. In case you’ve forgotten, summer is very hot, and it requires taking off a lot of clothing. In public. If the thought of such nudity post-polar vortex makes you anxious, please know that you are not alone. In fact, I’ve been receiving…
Read MoreCauliflower Rice Bowls with Spring Vegetables and Arugula Pesto
It’s been 36 hours since my birthday. Im doing okay, thanks. I have to say, 28 was a shockingly good bday. I woke up rather hungover (unsurprising given my old age and the birthday tequila shots consumed the night before) to the sound of someone repeatedly ringing my buzzer. I soon discovered that it was…
Read MoreCucumber-Mint Sparkler
Birthday Princess Week is going quite well, thank you. I’m obviously a little panicky that it’s almost over, but I’m trying not to get ahead of myself. There’s still Birthday Princess Weekend and plenty of sparkling vodka cocktails ahead. Thank God. Of all my birthday parties, I think my 13th was my favorite. I feel…
Read MoreSweet Potato Hummus Tartine with Toasted Brussels Sprouts and Goat Cheese
Friday. HALLELUJAH. Shit got crazy this week, friends. There were at least 99 problems, mostly in the sleep, hair and recipe departments, but don’t panic! I only plan to bore you with the latter. In short, I’ve been obsessively trying to perfect a Dude Diet-friendly cookie and some Chinese meatballs, and the going’s been tough.…
Read MoreSlow-Roasted Chicken Tacos with Mediterranean Salsa
When I first moved to Paris, I frequented an adorable rotisserie chicken stand a couple blocks from my apartment. While the smell was intoxicating, and the golden poulets rôtis were truly a sight to behold, I must admit that I was first drawn to the place based on the very sexy dude handling the birds.…
Read MoreRoasted Cauliflower Soup with Parmesan, Toasted Almonds and Golden Raisins
Every year around this time, I tend to go a little batshit. Winter madness, if you will. The combo of darkness, cold, and life as a mild shut-in from December through February takes a nasty toll on my rational capabilities, and I inevitably decide that I need to overhaul some (or most) aspects of my…
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