This questionnaire is based on Davey's article, which is an adaptation of the Dish Podcast's Quickfire Quiz. It is inspired by Peige's post as well. The following questions have been slightly modified for spelling and style. 1. What is your favorite way to eat eggs?Omelette, preferably with grated cheese and parsley as its fillings. 2. Favorite sandwich filling?Tuna flakes mixed with mayonnaise and pickle bits. 3. Favorite way to have potatoes?Mashed, though I also like them fried. 4. Best…
Panda Express is an American Chinese food chain with 2,000 restaurants located in airports, malls, universities, military bases, amusement parks, among other locations. Andrew started Panda Express with his wife Peggy in 1983. Panda’s first restaurant was located in a mall in Glendale, California. Andrew speaks with Jessica Harris about how he built Panda Express, from scratch. Listen to the interview
Big thanks to James from Lakeside for this one! I recently got a comment on my reviews for my ‘poor sentence structure.’ Well, I write the way I speak (mispelling omitted of course). I used to try and flourish things a lot but I kind of left that behind as it seems ingenuine to me. I had a guy who used ChatGPT to reply to my emails – it was awful. So perky. Anyways, this is a cold one; that works well as its wintertime and this should post in the summer. Let’s cook! Nongshim Doong Ji Naengmyeon…
Anna D. ordered a cake to look like this top tier: So... pink and blingy. Gotcha. Now, before I show you what she got, have you ever seen those stress toys with the eyes that pop out when you squeeze them?You have?Ok, cool.Just curious. You can scroll down now. Deep breaths, Jen, deep breaths. It's NOT a living thing, and those bubble things are NOT growing and/or pulsating. They're NOT.You know what, let's just keep scrolling.QUICKLY. Speaking of cakes that look unfortunately skin-like, Cassie…
There is a fine line between dedication and obsessiln, and this post toys with it. I love it!
I have just eaten a GIANT bowl of granola, fresh fruit, Greek yoghurt, and home grown honey (by one of our neighbours). I have zero regrets, but I may skip lunch today. 🤣 Thanks for reading this post via RSS. RSS is ace, and so are you. ❤️ You can reply to this post by email, or leave a comment.
There’s something truly special about Swedish Cinnamon Buns — soft, beautifully spiced, and twisted into those iconic golden spirals that make your whole kitchen smell like comfort. Kanelbullar aren’t as sweet as traditional cinnamon rolls, and that’s exactly why they’re so irresistible. The gentle warmth of cinnamon, the whisper of cardamom in the dough, and the crunchy pearl sugar on top come together to create a bun that’s perfect for fika, cozy afternoons, or anytime you want a little…
Food Food is politics, history, culture. It's also the best lens I know for learning about the world. I've eaten extensively across the world, worked on cookbooks, photographed a lot of food for money and for fun, and I write about food often on Mastodon.. Half Boiled Eggs Recipe April 8, 2024 Now that I live so far from home, I have to make my own half-boiled eggs. Half boiled eggs are not the same as soft boiled eggs: they come out of the shell almost in a liquid form, not in the shape of an…
We returned to Alter Ego Cocktail Club to give their Spring 2026 seasonal menu one last try, with Mrs. Mai Tai trying the High Heels and Cigarettes that features Scotch as a trainer for our upcoming trip to British Isles and Scotland. Meanwhile, I absolutely loved the zesty flavors of First Bloom that features basic, coconut, and lemon. The drinks at Alter Ego are really top notch and consistent on each of our visits. First Bloom Another favorite is the Bread and Butter, featuring salted butter…
La scia di un aereo percorre pigramente il cielo quando mi sveglio. Richiudo gli occhi, il sole mi acceca. Sollevo una mano verso il mio volto, mi tasto lentamente la fronte, scendo verso le guance e scopro di avere ancora addosso gli occhiali da lettura. Li tolgo, cerco a tentoni qualche posto per appoggiarli. Vero, sono fuori. Lì appoggio per terra, mi dovrò ricordare di non calpestarli quando mi alzerò. Rifletto: mi alzo o non mi alzo? Chissà che ore sono… Sarà tardi se ho dormito. Decido di…
Big thanks to The Fat Hipster for shooting this over. So I’ve sampled Rap Snacks instant noodles before with pretty low scores. I’m hopeful that this new set will be better, but I guess I’ll have to try them to know for sure. I do like trying things even when I really expect to be underwhelmed. The potato chip flavor these are based on is quite good, so hopefully this will follow suit. Rap Snacks Lil Baby “All In” Hot Flavored Ramen Noodles – United States Detail of the side panels (click to…
I dream about being the type of cook who wanders through a farmers market, gets inspired by whatever’s in season, and runs home to make something simple and delicious without consulting a single recipe. The reality is that I am extremely recipe-bound. I shop with a detailed list, rarely impulse-buy, and usually have meals planned weeks, sometimes months, out between recipe development and content planning. And I get full-on decision paralysis at the farmers market when I try to freestyle a…
Reading The Beer Nut’s tasting notes for Weihenstephaner Helles made us think about how we talk about Helles. In a typically perceptive, entertaining post he writes: My usual descriptor for good Helles is spongecake; this goes beyond that, into donut flesh or even candyfloss with its sweetness. What he’s getting at here is the essential delicacy of this style. Get it wrong in one direction and it can be sweet and bland – just bog standard lager with a fancy name. But go the other way and it’s…
East London’s ice cream scene is nothing to frown at. Unlike the earlier south London round up, none of the spots below are fully vegan operations – but all have vegan options, and the sorbets in particular are worth knowing about. You’ll also find inventive flavour combinations alongside the classics, and some of the best Italian-style gelato outside Italy. From Stratford to Hackney, from Spitalfields to Stoke Newington, these – in no particular order – are the artisan ice cream spots…
If you love old‑fashioned, no‑fuss baking, this Cuppa Cuppa Cake is the kind of recipe that feels like a warm hug from the past. Made famous in Steel Magnolias, this charming Southern dessert uses just three simple ingredients—a cuppa flour, a cuppa sugar, and a cuppa fruit cocktail—to create a golden, bubbly cake that tastes like something your grandmother might have made. It’s quick to stir together, perfect for busy days, and ideal for anyone who craves a sweet, comforting treat without a…
Hilma af Klint, Eros, Group II, No. 2, 1907.I’m a passionate romantic, Tammy says so. I don’t like the way the consultants at the clinics upsell you in Seoul, though everything is very efficient and meticulous. A great novel could be written from the perspective of a Korean plastic surgery consultant. I didn’t get anything done except three non-invasive… Read more
I am a warm place the little shop of incense next to the fruit stand blueberry in my hair with a hint of herbs and earth raspberries and cream on the skin layered with pumpkin and spice on top a touch of amber sandalwood and warm vanilla hidden underneath notes even more mysterious not every nose can catch
Today's visitor in EKSN: A brand new Cirrus SR22 (reg. OY-ACM).
I had a lemon to kill and I’d been thinking about revisiting this hybrid Mai Tai / Blue Hawaii cocktail that I developed a few years back. It leans sweet, so feel free to pull back on the simple syrup, but I do still think this works and can be a crowd-pleaser for cocktail newbies. Blue Hawai-Tai by Kevin Crossman1 oz Lemon Juice½ oz Orgeat½ oz Simple Syrup½ oz Blue Curacao1 oz White Overproof Jamaican Rum½ oz Aged White RumCombine all ingredients in a shaker with crushed ice. Shake and dump…
The tteokbokki train keeps a rolling! I even got kimchi! Let’s cook it up! Good Seoul Topokki Original – South Korea Detail of the side panels (click to enlarge). Contains fish. To prepare, add in sachet contents and hot water to line. Microwave at 1000W for 90 seconds. Finally, stir and enjoy! Detail of the lid (click to enlarge). A pouch of tteokbokki. A sachet of dry sauce base. A sachet of vegetables. Finished (click to enlarge). Added egg, pepper thread, narutomaki, scallion, kimchi, and…
Autostrada.A destra, blu. Cielo. La linea dell'orizzonte si perde nel mare.Scogli, fili del telefono, cavi della ferrovia.Più avanti le luci di una città, palazzotti che toccherebbero le nuvole se solo queste ci fossero.Sulla sabbia colonne di ombrelloni a perdita d'occhio, si nascondono dietro cartelloni pubblicitari di questo o quel supermercato, di questa o quella azienda familiare.A sinistra, il sole della sera acceca ancora. Appare e scompare tra gli alberi. Colline. Mai viste, eppure così…
This is the margarita I make when I want something refreshing, spicy, and absolutely packing a punch. One of my favorite Ina cocktails is her jalapeno margarita because, true to Ina form, it’s balanced, tasty, and absolutely does not skimp on the booze. This Spicy Cucumber Margarita with a Tajín-Sumac Rim builds on that solid foundation. Taking a page from Ina, you infuse the tequila overnight with jalapeño, which sounds fussier than it is. You just puncture a jalapeño, drop it into tequila,…
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If you’ve ever wondered what to do with that little bowl of leftover pasta sitting in the fridge, this Frittata di Pasta is the delicious Italian secret you’ll want to keep forever. Made with just pasta, eggs, and a splash of olive oil, it transforms yesterday’s noodles into a golden and delicious skillet meal that’s ready in minutes. Whether you’re cooking for two, making a quick lunch, or pulling together an easy supper, this clever dish proves that simple ingredients can become something…
How to make homemade mayonnaise with an egg, oil, lemon juice, salt, & dijon. This is really good mayo and if you have an immersion blender you can make it in about 2 minutes. Skip right to the recipe. Yes you really can make homemade mayonnaise in about 2 minutes. That is not a blogger...Read More
I have been getting into cooking lately, mainly because I love eating and I love not spending money on someone else cooking. But also because it is actually very fun to experiment with the different ways to change the texture and flavour of a dish. I really love making fancy sandwiches, and Subway is a million times worse than me with a euro roll, some vegetables and cold meat. Also because its fun to make vegetables taste more interesting, even without trying to mask the taste of vegetables, I…
Tea and Cake, Shorne Village Cup of tea dear? Happy to find this one while out on my bike this morning. Another one for the collection.
Today, I’m reviewing the next to last of these tteokbokki varieties – big thanks to Good Seoul for sending them over! Let’s microwave it up! It’s cheese time! Good Seoul Topokki Cheese – South Korea Detail of the side panels (click to enlarge). Contains fish. To prepare, fill to line with hot water and add in sachets. Stir.. Microwave at 1000W for 90 seconds. Finally, stir and enjoy! Detail of the lid (click to enlarge). A pouch of tteokbokki. A sachet of powder sauce base. A sachet of…
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One of the restaurants I miss most since leaving NYC is Win Son, so whenever the craving strikes, I break out their cookbook and get to work! A recent favorite is their Fried Eggplant with Black Vinegar, Labneh, and Spiced Cashews. Sticks of eggplant are salted with a pinch of five-spice powder, drained, patted dry, and dredged in rice flour before being fried until crisp. They’re served over creamy, tangy labneh, drizzled with a sweet-sharp black vinegar syrup, then finished with a handful of…
