I’m finally recovered from cooking Thanksgiving dinner in the teeny tiny kitchen built by people who hate to cook for people who hate to cook and I’d like to talk about food, on a practical level. My daily commute without traffic is an hour and quarter each way. The Oik is with us five days… Continue Reading
Gin & Elderflower Cocktail
This gin and elderflower cocktail is another popular choice on our balcony this summer! 1 shot gin 1 shot apple juice 2 t elderflower cordial lime ice We use Tanqueray or Bombay Sapphire gin. The botanicals in your gin will affect the taste of the cocktail, so use a good quality gin! Fill a cocktail… Continue Reading
Cosmopolitan
My Cointreau Cosmopolitan Cocktail Recipe I’ve tweaked my Cosmopolitan recipe over the years, but here’s the one I’m drinking this summer… What’s not to love about a pink martini? 1 shot vodka 1 T cointreau cranberry juice lime wedges ice Use good vodka. If the name sounds like a Russian magician, it’s probably bad choice…. Continue Reading
Bellagio Cooking Class: Roasted Tomatoes
Italian Roasted Tomatoes Recipe This is a very simple recipe that’s delicious tossed with cooked pasta, or truth be told, eaten on its own with a fork ;-) We used more of those lovely Sicilian grape tomatoes in this recipe, combining them with oregano, salt, and oliveoil for a dish that’s definitely greater than the sum… Continue Reading
Bellagio Cooking Class: Bruschetta
I love bruschetta! I’ve loved bruschetta since the first time I set tastebuds on it in 1989 or so. Through the years, I’ve made bruschetta of various persuasions, one of which even ended up here in 2009. So I was wondering if there was really anything new for me to learn about such a simple… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Nut Roast Recipe (& Bonus Vegan Gravy Recipe)
Way back in 2010, I celebrated my first Thanksgiving abroad with other expats. Over time, I lost interest in spending time with people who I had nothing in common with aside from the country issuing our passports. For the most part, I’d let Thanksgiving go, at least temporarily. Looking two years back, I see I was quite optimistic about… Continue Reading
Robert’s Easy Vegan Chili Recipe
Robert is the reason I’ve been neglecting my blog :) Robert is an Englishman living in Denmark. He’s a needle in a haystack. A PhD, a professor, and an author who’s recently published his first book. He’s got impeccable style, great taste in wine, and a beautiful home in a fabulous location. He’s sweet, funny, handsome, romantic, and… Continue Reading
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