It sure seems as if we can’t agree on what food is best for us. Maybe that is because those in charge of formulating the messages we hear the loudest follow an agenda that is not aligned with what’s best for our health in the long run. The main problem is that fresh produce doesn’t come with a marketing budget, or a healthy profit margin. And whether we want to admit it or not, advertising works and if it’s true that 98% of food related ads that children view (3920/year) are for products high in fat, sugar and sodium, how can an apple ever have a chance! We are constantly bombarded by the media with information on junk science, fad diets and food industry propaganda. So what is one to do? Come and cook with us! Continue reading “Fed Up with Your Food?”
Make Friends with the Artichoke!
Few things excite me more at the produce stand than a giant pyramid of artichokes! It’s that time of year when artichokes are in season. And as some of you know, this makes me very happy. They look and taste different from any other vegetable and, whether you want to turn them into a dip, a risotto, a pasta or just a conversation piece, give artichokes a try! Come and cook with us! Continue reading “Make Friends with the Artichoke!”
Try the Pie, Shepherd’s Style
There are certain recipes that sound intimidating until you make them for the first time. Believe it or not, for me, one of these was a simple shepherd’s pie. We didn’t grow up with it, and I rarely had tasted it, but still was intrigued by making a one-pot-meal, with meat, carbs, and a ton of vegetables all combined in one deliciously comforting pie. If you haven’t tried it before, and want to tackle something new, this is the perfect dish that is versatile, quick and forgiving. Give the shepherd’s pie a try! Come and cook with us! Continue reading “Try the Pie, Shepherd’s Style”
Top 10 Food Blog of 2014
Dear friends:What better way to celebrate Earth Day than to thank you for helping us become a Top 10 Food Blog on www.voiceboks.com. We made it to #7 with 147 votes and I know that you (and in some cases your friends and family) helped us get there! And for that we thank you!
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Jessica & Kathrin
If You Can Make It There, You’ll Make It Anywhere
Greetings from the Big Apple. We decided to take the kids back to their birth town and boy, does it feel great to be here. Walking the old stomping grounds brings back so many good memories and makes us realize how much we miss life in the big city. Every neighborhood, ever street, every block is packed with interesting boutiques and art galleries, great restaurants and lots of inspiring young people trying to make a life here. Breakfast at Think Coffee, appetizers at Falai, burgers at Great Jones and ice cream at Grom are all part of our pilgrimage tour. The options are endless and there is so much we’ll bring back in our hearts and memories. Enjoy the week and, if you want to feel some of our New York inspiration, try this delicious Avocado Pasta from one of our old neighborhood places, Quartino. Come and Cook with Us!
1 year ago: The Art of the Artichoke
2 years ago: Braising Greens
3 years ago: Adding Sea Vegetables to Your Daily Meals
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