Thinly sliced fennel, celery, and Honeycrisp apple come together to create a salad that’s all texture: crisp, crunchy, and snappy. A bright dressing and Parmesan shavings add richness, making it an easy palate-cleasing dish. The great thing about a neutral, simple salad is that it […]
This no-mayo tuna salad is for days when you want something fast, high in protein, and fully satisfying without the fuss. This is my go-to recipe for a quick, filling lunch, dinner, or midday snack. Inspired by Hailee Catalano, there’s no mayo to be seen […]
I have to give it to the French, they really know how to make something as simple as bread and butter taste so chic. This sardine spread, oh excuse me, rillettes de sardines can be prepared in less than 10 minutes and it’s less than […]
For those who own nothing but a meager skillet and not much of their own time, a one-pot meal is much needed. Preferably one that doesn’t include an ingredient list with double digits. I like recommending this one, but some people don’t have an oven, […]
I’m spending my summer in Germany, where asparagus season is celebrated with a passion. It even has its own name: Spargelzeit (asparagus time. Germans love being literal. Look up the German word for gloves and you’ll know what I’m talking about). Asparagus time is a […]
Sometimes when I’m feeling lazy or sad, the last thing I want to do is cook a meal. But the inconvenient part about being human is that you need feed your body in order to keep on living. Of course there are many options that […]
I’m not sure why it is, but I love food more than just about anything else, Esther Greenwood says in The Bell Jar. Much like Esther, I spend a great deal of time thinking about food. There are nights when I’ll go to bed willing it […]
I’ve been playing hooky with this blog, not that anyone bothers to read this half of the post anyway, but regardless, I think I should hold myself accountable and take responsibility for that. Phew, that makes me feel better! Don’t you just love when people […]
Another fish recipe, because apparently I’m on a roll! This Pan Seared Salmon with Broccoli Slaw is one of those recipes that require very little forethought because you can just get store-bought slaw and then all you have to do is whisk the dressing together and […]
Cucumber sandwiches never sounded particularly interesting to me. When I think of a sandwich, I think of a hearty meal disguised as a snack and I tend to fill it with chunky fillings. I mean, give me protein and carbs and veggies, the whole works. […]
If you’ve never been to Tate Bakery, make sure to add it to your list next time you’re in the Boston area. It’s one of my favorite bakeries in the world. The locations are gorgeous and the carefully curated menu is full of fresh, impeccable […]