argentina desserts: 2011

Portobello & Leek Gratin from Everyday Food by Martha Stewart

When I saw a recipe for Mushroom & Leek Gratin in Everyday Food Magazine, I knew I would make it.

I found a perfect occasion for this dish when my friend Cindy invited me to dinner at her house. Cindy LOVES mushrooms, so I knew she would appreciate this dish.

Alas, I wasn't able to find an oval two quart baking dish this recipe calls for. Instead, I used a round Pyrex dish and one mini

When I saw a recipe for Mushroom & Leek Gratin in Everyday Food Magazine, I knew I would make it.

I found a perfect occasion for this dish when my friend Cindy invited me to dinner at her house. Cindy LOVES mushrooms, so I knew she would appreciate this dish.

Alas, I wasn't able to find an oval two quart baking dish this recipe calls for. Instead, I used a round Pyrex dish and one mini

Grapefruit Cakes with Lemon & Orange Zest

Last week I was submitting my photos to Foodgawker (in hopes that they will accept them and increase my blog traffic), when I saw a photograph of adorable little cakes they posted from another food blogger.

I clicked on the photograph to find a beautiful blog called the little kitchen and a recipe for Mini Meyer Lemon Bundt Cakes, inspired by a recipe for Tangerine Cake from Everyday Food.

I

Last week I was submitting my photos to Foodgawker (in hopes that they will accept them and increase my blog traffic), when I saw a photograph of adorable little cakes they posted from another food blogger.

I clicked on the photograph to find a beautiful blog called the little kitchen and a recipe for Mini Meyer Lemon Bundt Cakes, inspired by a recipe for Tangerine Cake from Everyday Food.

I

Rugelach: how hard can it be? Plus, FOUR filling ideas.

Rugelach.

Huh? Rugelach are Jewish cookies typically made with jams, cinnamon or nuts. The filling is rolled in a cream cheese dough and baked until the dough is golden brown.

I've had these cookies multiple times. My favorite filling is apricot jam with walnuts; I'm not a fan of cinnamon/sugar filling.

When I received a preview copy of Edible Brooklyn: The Cookbook and found a recipe for

Rugelach.

Huh? Rugelach are Jewish cookies typically made with jams, cinnamon or nuts. The filling is rolled in a cream cheese dough and baked until the dough is golden brown.

I've had these cookies multiple times. My favorite filling is apricot jam with walnuts; I'm not a fan of cinnamon/sugar filling.

When I received a preview copy of Edible Brooklyn: The Cookbook and found a recipe for

Everyday Food's Chicken & Lentil Burger with my sping

Earlier this month my friend Stacey gave me the latest Everyday Food magazine. I paged through it and ripped out three different recipes that appealed to me.

Today, I'd like to share with you a recipe for Chicken and Lentil Burger. Of course I had to put my own spin on this by adding sundried tomato and goat cheese spread. Other than that, I pretty much followed Everyday Food's recipe, and it

Earlier this month my friend Stacey gave me the latest Everyday Food magazine. I paged through it and ripped out three different recipes that appealed to me.

Today, I'd like to share with you a recipe for Chicken and Lentil Burger. Of course I had to put my own spin on this by adding sundried tomato and goat cheese spread. Other than that, I pretty much followed Everyday Food's recipe, and it

Zesty & Spicy Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Sweet Potatoes

I love Brussels sprouts. I typically roast them with different spices, or add shallots, bacon, balsamic vinegar, or a fried egg on top. Go ahead and type "Brussels sprouts" in the search box to the right and you'll find many ideas.

This time around, I decided to make Zesty & Spicy Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Sweet Potatoes.
I love the combination of bright green Brussels sprouts with the orange

I love Brussels sprouts. I typically roast them with different spices, or add shallots, bacon, balsamic vinegar, or a fried egg on top. Go ahead and type "Brussels sprouts" in the search box to the right and you'll find many ideas.

This time around, I decided to make Zesty & Spicy Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Sweet Potatoes.
I love the combination of bright green Brussels sprouts with the orange

Brunch at Zaytinya in DC

This past Saturday I met my friend Cecilia for brunch at Zaytinya.

I've dined at Zaytinya many times over the years, but have never tried their brunch menu. It was time to change this!

Instead of ordering a standard mimosa, both Cecilia and I {let me just clarify that she copied me ;) } chose Istanbul, Not Constantinople cocktails. The cocktails had Maker's Mark bourbon, apricot eau-de-vie,

This past Saturday I met my friend Cecilia for brunch at Zaytinya.

I've dined at Zaytinya many times over the years, but have never tried their brunch menu. It was time to change this!

Instead of ordering a standard mimosa, both Cecilia and I {let me just clarify that she copied me ;) } chose Istanbul, Not Constantinople cocktails. The cocktails had Maker's Mark bourbon, apricot eau-de-vie,

Casual entertaining: Challah, Cookies, Mimosas & Vietnamese Coffee with friends

Happy Friday, everyone!

I'm so looking forward to the weekend: I'll be painting my kitchen, going dancing, getting together wish some friends for fun and food, and of course cooking.

Since this is the holiday season, there is a lot of entertaining taking place. I am not a huge fan of throwing big dinner parties: they stress me out, and how much fun is that?

Instead, I like getting together

Happy Friday, everyone!

I'm so looking forward to the weekend: I'll be painting my kitchen, going dancing, getting together wish some friends for fun and food, and of course cooking.

Since this is the holiday season, there is a lot of entertaining taking place. I am not a huge fan of throwing big dinner parties: they stress me out, and how much fun is that?

Instead, I like getting together

Lunch at Poste in DC

Earlier last week I was invited to taste test a relatively new menu at Poste prepared by Chef Dennis Marron.
I have been to Poste several times in the past. In fact, DC Food Bloggers held their first Happy Hour at Poste: that's where I met a few bloggers who are now my friends.

I was joined by another area blogger who is now a friend: Stacey. To round up the lunch crew, Stacey brought her super

Earlier last week I was invited to taste test a relatively new menu at Poste prepared by Chef Dennis Marron.
I have been to Poste several times in the past. In fact, DC Food Bloggers held their first Happy Hour at Poste: that's where I met a few bloggers who are now my friends.

I was joined by another area blogger who is now a friend: Stacey. To round up the lunch crew, Stacey brought her super

Beef Stroganoff recipe: easier than you may think

Lately, I've been trying new things in the kitchen: canning, attempting to cook a goat's neck, and making falafel {the last one is one of the benefits of freelancing for Robyn Webb: I get to try new ingredients, recipes, and products}.

Today I'm sharing a recipe for Beef Stroganoff with you: another first for me.

According to my mom, she made beef stroganoff many times when we lived in Moscow

Lately, I've been trying new things in the kitchen: canning, attempting to cook a goat's neck, and making falafel {the last one is one of the benefits of freelancing for Robyn Webb: I get to try new ingredients, recipes, and products}.

Today I'm sharing a recipe for Beef Stroganoff with you: another first for me.

According to my mom, she made beef stroganoff many times when we lived in Moscow

Have you ever cooked a goat's neck? Plus, sweet potato & pea ragu

This is a story of a girl, a goat's neck and a sweet potato ragu.

Let's start from the beginning.

In April, I was contacted by Bonnie Benwick of Washington Post to see if I'd be able to take a few photos of Mike Isabella's Pepperoni Sauce for the Food Section's blog. How often does Washington Post contact you? In my case, the answer is not so often, so I happily accepted the assignment.

This is a story of a girl, a goat's neck and a sweet potato ragu.

Let's start from the beginning.

In April, I was contacted by Bonnie Benwick of Washington Post to see if I'd be able to take a few photos of Mike Isabella's Pepperoni Sauce for the Food Section's blog. How often does Washington Post contact you? In my case, the answer is not so often, so I happily accepted the assignment.

Is it easy to can? Canned Port Sauce: great holiday gift

Canning.

Have you done it? Were you scared? Thrilled? Successful?

When I was growing up in Moscow, my dad built a huge pantry for my mom where she kept jars filled with canned tomatoes, peppers, carrots, garlic, cherries, jams, etc.

For some reason, I don't actually remember her canning: maybe I was told to stay out of the kitchen for fear that some of the boiling water would scald me.

Canning.

Have you done it? Were you scared? Thrilled? Successful?

When I was growing up in Moscow, my dad built a huge pantry for my mom where she kept jars filled with canned tomatoes, peppers, carrots, garlic, cherries, jams, etc.

For some reason, I don't actually remember her canning: maybe I was told to stay out of the kitchen for fear that some of the boiling water would scald me.

Graham Crackers, Condensed Milk & Whipped Cream: recreating a childhood dessert

How about a picture of a super cute-two-year old to get you to read the entire post? :)

This is B, my friend Cindy's son, eating a dessert Cindy and I made over the weekend.

And here's the story:

Because my friends know how much I love food, they often call or email me with questions about recipes, ingredients or the best restaurants for a particular occasions. I'm always happy to help!

How about a picture of a super cute-two-year old to get you to read the entire post? :)

This is B, my friend Cindy's son, eating a dessert Cindy and I made over the weekend.

And here's the story:

Because my friends know how much I love food, they often call or email me with questions about recipes, ingredients or the best restaurants for a particular occasions. I'm always happy to help!

Butternut Squash Soup with Chorizo, Chickpeas & Kale: who says too many cooks spoil the soup?

Whoever said that too many cooks in the kitchen spoil the soup wasn't entirely correct.

It's true: I typically cook better when I'm the only one in the kitchen and Latin music is blasting from my computer. However, there is a part of cooking process where I love: collaboration, which involves combining different culinary inspirations into one recipe.

This Butternut Squash Soup with Chorizo,

Whoever said that too many cooks in the kitchen spoil the soup wasn't entirely correct.

It's true: I typically cook better when I'm the only one in the kitchen and Latin music is blasting from my computer. However, there is a part of cooking process where I love: collaboration, which involves combining different culinary inspirations into one recipe.

This Butternut Squash Soup with Chorizo,

Recipe for Mushroom Barley Soup

I spent this Thanksgiving with Cindy and her family. We've known each other for ten years. Wow, time flies. I can't remember how many times we've spent Thanksgiving together, but if we are all in DC for the holidays, it's a given. Cindy and her family are my surrogate family--I'm the adopted older cousin ;)

When asked what I could contribute to the meal, I was told I could bring a potato

I spent this Thanksgiving with Cindy and her family. We've known each other for ten years. Wow, time flies. I can't remember how many times we've spent Thanksgiving together, but if we are all in DC for the holidays, it's a given. Cindy and her family are my surrogate family--I'm the adopted older cousin ;)

When asked what I could contribute to the meal, I was told I could bring a potato

Challah French Toast stuffed with Boozy Cranberries

On Saturday, my friend Stacey came over for breakfast with her 6 month old son, Myer, and brought home made challah! I made challah French toast and served it with boozy cranberries I made earlier that week. But with a little boy in my condo, there wasn't too much time for arranging and photographing the food.

So yesterday, I decided to make Challah French Toast Stuffed with Boozy Cranberries

On Saturday, my friend Stacey came over for breakfast with her 6 month old son, Myer, and brought home made challah! I made challah French toast and served it with boozy cranberries I made earlier that week. But with a little boy in my condo, there wasn't too much time for arranging and photographing the food.

So yesterday, I decided to make Challah French Toast Stuffed with Boozy Cranberries

What's new at Bourbon Steak? I shoot for food.

Earlier this month, my friend Sangeetha, who does PR for Bourbon Steak, amongst a zillion other amazing restaurants in DC area, asked if I would like to come to Bourbon Steak, take a few photographs of the new items on the menu and be treated to a lunch for two in return.

Since Sangeetha and I have known each other for a few years, I felt no need to wait more than a few minutes before saying

Earlier this month, my friend Sangeetha, who does PR for Bourbon Steak, amongst a zillion other amazing restaurants in DC area, asked if I would like to come to Bourbon Steak, take a few photographs of the new items on the menu and be treated to a lunch for two in return.

Since Sangeetha and I have known each other for a few years, I felt no need to wait more than a few minutes before saying

Lamb Shepherd's Pie with Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes

Remember the Lamb Pizza with Arugula, Goat Cheese & Pepperoncini I wrote about? Well, after making the pizza, I still had a pound of raw ground lamb leftover, not to mention the goat cheese and pepperoncini.

Of course I could have simply made another pizza, or frozen the ground lamb, but I wanted to do something else.

I decided to make Lamb Shepherd's Pie with Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes.

I

Remember the Lamb Pizza with Arugula, Goat Cheese & Pepperoncini I wrote about? Well, after making the pizza, I still had a pound of raw ground lamb leftover, not to mention the goat cheese and pepperoncini.

Of course I could have simply made another pizza, or frozen the ground lamb, but I wanted to do something else.

I decided to make Lamb Shepherd's Pie with Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes.

I

The I ♥ Trader Joe's Around the World Cookbook: Htipiti

Last month I came home to find yet another copy of a cookbook for my preview. I'm not one to complain: it's fun having surprise packages waiting by my door. Plus, there is no pressure: I look through the book, mark the recipes I want to try, and then grocery shopping.

Today I'm happy to share with you a recipe from the latest Trader Joe's cookbook from Ulysses Press: The I ♥ Trader Joe's Around

Last month I came home to find yet another copy of a cookbook for my preview. I'm not one to complain: it's fun having surprise packages waiting by my door. Plus, there is no pressure: I look through the book, mark the recipes I want to try, and then grocery shopping.

Today I'm happy to share with you a recipe from the latest Trader Joe's cookbook from Ulysses Press: The I ♥ Trader Joe's Around

What to do with ground lamb? Recipe for Lamb Pizza with Peppers and Arugula

This is the second installment in the Lamb Supper Club series {one more to come}. To refreshen your memory, here's the first part: Grilled Butterflied Leg of Lamb.

I'm participating in this supper club hosted by the Tri-Lamb Group, a collaborative initiative of lamb producer organizations from the U.S., New Zealand and Australia which focuses on educating Americans about lamb. {Note: although

This is the second installment in the Lamb Supper Club series {one more to come}. To refreshen your memory, here's the first part: Grilled Butterflied Leg of Lamb.

I'm participating in this supper club hosted by the Tri-Lamb Group, a collaborative initiative of lamb producer organizations from the U.S., New Zealand and Australia which focuses on educating Americans about lamb. {Note: although

Spicy Zesty Hummus: what to do with Classic Sabra hummus?

As part of Foodbuzz's Tastemakers program, I occasionally have a chance to try new products.

This time, I received a coupon for a free Sabra product: I could choose from multiple varieties of hummus, fresh salsa, natural guacamole or Greek yogurt dips.

Of course I'm capable of making any of the mentioned snacks by myself. In fact, I love making hummus in my mini food processor and flavoring

As part of Foodbuzz's Tastemakers program, I occasionally have a chance to try new products.

This time, I received a coupon for a free Sabra product: I could choose from multiple varieties of hummus, fresh salsa, natural guacamole or Greek yogurt dips.

Of course I'm capable of making any of the mentioned snacks by myself. In fact, I love making hummus in my mini food processor and flavoring

Naked Jay Vodka: recipe for Slippery Tomato for Pickle Day

When I was growing up in Moscow (Russia, not Idaho), my dad took my sister and me swimming on Sundays. Occasionally we'd also go to the gym prior to swimming. I was never a fan of either activity (to this date I don't like gyms). Going swimming on Sundays meant Anna and I would miss out on American cartoons shown on TV: another childhood sadness.

As a reward for swimming, however, my dad let

When I was growing up in Moscow (Russia, not Idaho), my dad took my sister and me swimming on Sundays. Occasionally we'd also go to the gym prior to swimming. I was never a fan of either activity (to this date I don't like gyms). Going swimming on Sundays meant Anna and I would miss out on American cartoons shown on TV: another childhood sadness.

As a reward for swimming, however, my dad let

Roasted pear & buttermilk sorbet recipe

It's been a while since I've put my ice cream maker to use. After all, it is no longer Summer.

But then, I saw a recipe for Roasted Rhubarb Buttermilk Ice Cream on Lorelei's blog. I decided it was time to take my ice cream maker out of its hibernation.

Before the seasonal police comes to arrest me, yes, I know rhubarb is no longer in season. But I swear I saw it at my grocery store a few days

It's been a while since I've put my ice cream maker to use. After all, it is no longer Summer.

But then, I saw a recipe for Roasted Rhubarb Buttermilk Ice Cream on Lorelei's blog. I decided it was time to take my ice cream maker out of its hibernation.

Before the seasonal police comes to arrest me, yes, I know rhubarb is no longer in season. But I swear I saw it at my grocery store a few days

Boordy Vineyards in MD

Some people do "wordless Wednesdays" and post photos without any text, others do "wine Wednesdays" and discuss wine related things. This post will be a little bit of each: a bunch of wine related photos and a some wine information.

A few months ago, my friend Cecilia told me she was invited to attend a wine tasting event at Boordy Vineyards in MD. Guess who got to go with Cecilia? This past

Some people do "wordless Wednesdays" and post photos without any text, others do "wine Wednesdays" and discuss wine related things. This post will be a little bit of each: a bunch of wine related photos and a some wine information.

A few months ago, my friend Cecilia told me she was invited to attend a wine tasting event at Boordy Vineyards in MD. Guess who got to go with Cecilia? This past

Green Goddess Sandwich

Have you ever had Green Goddess salad dressing? It's usually made from herbs (such as basil, parsley, and/or tarragon), mayonnaise or sour cream, lemon juice, vinegar, anchovy fillets and green onions and/or chives.

What I like most about the Green Goddess dressing, is its bright green color. That's why when I concocted the sandwich to the left, I decided to call it Green Goddess Sandwich.

Have you ever had Green Goddess salad dressing? It's usually made from herbs (such as basil, parsley, and/or tarragon), mayonnaise or sour cream, lemon juice, vinegar, anchovy fillets and green onions and/or chives.

What I like most about the Green Goddess dressing, is its bright green color. That's why when I concocted the sandwich to the left, I decided to call it Green Goddess Sandwich.

Chickpea salad with feta and tomatoes

One of the things I love most about blogging is the people I get to meet. Some I meet in real life, others I want to meet in real life, but for now stay in touch through twitter, facebook, etc.

Simone, the woman behind JungleFrog Cooking, is one of the people I'd love to meet in real life. Who knows if it will ever happen? I live in the States, she lives in Netherlands.

I've "known" Simone

One of the things I love most about blogging is the people I get to meet. Some I meet in real life, others I want to meet in real life, but for now stay in touch through twitter, facebook, etc.

Simone, the woman behind JungleFrog Cooking, is one of the people I'd love to meet in real life. Who knows if it will ever happen? I live in the States, she lives in Netherlands.

I've "known" Simone

Turtle Tart recipe from Art & Soul, plus March of Dimes

A while back, Lisa, aka Event Junkie, asked if I'd be willing to spread the word about The March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction happening in DC.
Since I don't do event promotion on this blog, I thought of a compromise: I will feature a recipe by one of the chefs participating in The March of Dimes event and tell you all a bit about the event.

As it happened, a few weeks ago I had lunch at

A while back, Lisa, aka Event Junkie, asked if I'd be willing to spread the word about The March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction happening in DC.
Since I don't do event promotion on this blog, I thought of a compromise: I will feature a recipe by one of the chefs participating in The March of Dimes event and tell you all a bit about the event.

As it happened, a few weeks ago I had lunch at

What to do with an acorn squash? Drill it: Halloween

Morning, girls and boys. The calendar shows that today is Halloween! Of course I don't need a calendar to tell me that. Although I've been in the States for 18 years, Halloween has never been a holiday I've celebrated. I might have dressed up once or twice, and I do enjoy the candy, but that's where it ends.

And so this year, like many years in the past, I haven't planned on doing anything

Morning, girls and boys. The calendar shows that today is Halloween! Of course I don't need a calendar to tell me that. Although I've been in the States for 18 years, Halloween has never been a holiday I've celebrated. I might have dressed up once or twice, and I do enjoy the candy, but that's where it ends.

And so this year, like many years in the past, I haven't planned on doing anything

"Three Sisters" Stew: Recipe from Vegan Holiday Kitchen

Happy Friday! It's cold outside and there is talk of possible snow this weekend. Hard to believe!

It is the perfect time, however, to make "Three Sisters" Stew. This is the second recipe I've made from the Vegan Holiday Kitchen by Nava Atlas. The first one, Mixed Greens with Green Apples, Beets, and Pistachios, was a delight: great ingredients, simple directions, and a very satisfactory result

Happy Friday! It's cold outside and there is talk of possible snow this weekend. Hard to believe!

It is the perfect time, however, to make "Three Sisters" Stew. This is the second recipe I've made from the Vegan Holiday Kitchen by Nava Atlas. The first one, Mixed Greens with Green Apples, Beets, and Pistachios, was a delight: great ingredients, simple directions, and a very satisfactory result

Brown rice with beets, leeks & maitake mushrooms: perfect side for Thanksgiving

Over the weekend I made Mixed Greens with Green Apples, Beets, and Pistachios from a Vegan Holiday Kitchen cookbook I received for a review.

What I liked most about the salad, was the combination of beets, toasted pistachios and cranberries. I decided to use the same ingredients, but in a side dish: this Brown Rice with Beets, Leeks & Maitake Mushrooms would be great for anyone who is vegan

Over the weekend I made Mixed Greens with Green Apples, Beets, and Pistachios from a Vegan Holiday Kitchen cookbook I received for a review.

What I liked most about the salad, was the combination of beets, toasted pistachios and cranberries. I decided to use the same ingredients, but in a side dish: this Brown Rice with Beets, Leeks & Maitake Mushrooms would be great for anyone who is vegan

Mixed Greens with Green Apples, Beets, and Pistachios: Recipe from Vegan Holiday Kitchen

Last week I came home and noticed a small package waiting by my door. Inside, was a preview copy of Nava Atlas's Vegan Holiday Kitchen from Sterling Publishing.

Let me just say that I love meat, cheese, eggs, ice cream, etc. I'm not going to turn into a vegan, or even a vegetarian.

However, perhaps I should start giving my eating habits more serious thought: once again, my cholesterol levels

Last week I came home and noticed a small package waiting by my door. Inside, was a preview copy of Nava Atlas's Vegan Holiday Kitchen from Sterling Publishing.

Let me just say that I love meat, cheese, eggs, ice cream, etc. I'm not going to turn into a vegan, or even a vegetarian.

However, perhaps I should start giving my eating habits more serious thought: once again, my cholesterol levels

What's on your Fall menu?

Fall is finally here. The leaves are changing colors, the air is cooler and crisp, and I find myself craving simple, warm dishes.

The photo on the left is of the Southwestern Squash & Leeks Soup I made for Robyn's blog last weekend. The touch of curry added warmth and spice to an otherwise typical butternut squash soup. You'll have to click on the link to find out what Robyn used to top off

Fall is finally here. The leaves are changing colors, the air is cooler and crisp, and I find myself craving simple, warm dishes.

The photo on the left is of the Southwestern Squash & Leeks Soup I made for Robyn's blog last weekend. The touch of curry added warmth and spice to an otherwise typical butternut squash soup. You'll have to click on the link to find out what Robyn used to top off

Eating out in Asheville, NC: French Broad Chocolate Lounge & The Gourmet Chip Company (Sweet & Salty)

Happy Wednesday! I'm pretty sure this is the last full Asheville post you will find on my blog (unless I take another trip to the lovely city). Are you glad? I'll be back to recipe posting very, very soon: I promise.

Here's a question for you: what do you like as snacks? Are you a savory girl/boy and tend to pick up potato chips, pistachios, or maybe Cheetos? Or do you crave chocolate, ice

Happy Wednesday! I'm pretty sure this is the last full Asheville post you will find on my blog (unless I take another trip to the lovely city). Are you glad? I'll be back to recipe posting very, very soon: I promise.

Here's a question for you: what do you like as snacks? Are you a savory girl/boy and tend to pick up potato chips, pistachios, or maybe Cheetos? Or do you crave chocolate, ice

Eating out in Asheville, NC: Dinner at The Market Place PLUS Recipe for Tomato Jam

Welcome to another "Eating out in Asheville, NC" post! Hope you are enjoying vicariously traveling to Asheville through reading my posts and looking at the photographs. If you've read the super long title of this blog post, you know that in the end I'll share a recipe for tomato jam...but you have to wait a while ;)

My first official meal in Asheville was at the Market Place Restaurant & Lounge.

Welcome to another "Eating out in Asheville, NC" post! Hope you are enjoying vicariously traveling to Asheville through reading my posts and looking at the photographs. If you've read the super long title of this blog post, you know that in the end I'll share a recipe for tomato jam...but you have to wait a while ;)

My first official meal in Asheville was at the Market Place Restaurant & Lounge.

Eating out in Asheville, NC: Breakfast at Early Girl Eatery

Welcome to the 2nd post from my Asheville weekend getaway. If you haven't yet read about my brunch at Curate, you are missing out on learning about egg 63 and one of the best mimosas I've ever had.

This past Monday I had till 3 pm to hang out in Asheville before going to the airport for my flight back to DC. Sunday night I ordered Indian food and spent the night in bed watching all my regular TV

Welcome to the 2nd post from my Asheville weekend getaway. If you haven't yet read about my brunch at Curate, you are missing out on learning about egg 63 and one of the best mimosas I've ever had.

This past Monday I had till 3 pm to hang out in Asheville before going to the airport for my flight back to DC. Sunday night I ordered Indian food and spent the night in bed watching all my regular TV

Eating out in Asheville, NC: Brunch at Curate

I'm back from a long fun weekend in Asheville, North Carolina. The weather was spectacular, my hotel was gorgeous, and I did a lot of eating, relaxing and walking around. When I started researching what to do in Asheville, I turned to three sources:

1) my Twitter friends
2) Eat Write Retreat: they are gathering in Asheville next month, and I was able to use multiple recommendations from their

I'm back from a long fun weekend in Asheville, North Carolina. The weather was spectacular, my hotel was gorgeous, and I did a lot of eating, relaxing and walking around. When I started researching what to do in Asheville, I turned to three sources:

1) my Twitter friends
2) Eat Write Retreat: they are gathering in Asheville next month, and I was able to use multiple recommendations from their

What to do with an eggplant? Recipe for Marinated Eggplant Salad

Last weekend, as I was standing next to my stove, whisking a custard that would soon become pistachio ice cream, my mom called.

We chatted quickly about new things in our lives, I told her how much I was loving the Le Creuset her and my dad sent me for my birthday back in March, and then she told me that she was once again making a marinated eggplant dish one of her friends, Sveta, shared with

Last weekend, as I was standing next to my stove, whisking a custard that would soon become pistachio ice cream, my mom called.

We chatted quickly about new things in our lives, I told her how much I was loving the Le Creuset her and my dad sent me for my birthday back in March, and then she told me that she was once again making a marinated eggplant dish one of her friends, Sveta, shared with

Pistachio Ice Cream: Domenica Marchetti's recipe with my twist

Back in February, I shared with you some of the photographs I took of Domenica Marchetti.

One of those photographs is now in Domenica's latest cookbook, Rustic Italian, published by Williams Sonoma. I'm so excited: this is the first time my work is in print. {squeal}

A few weeks ago, my friend Cecilia called me to let me know she received a preview copy of the book and made one of the recipes

Back in February, I shared with you some of the photographs I took of Domenica Marchetti.

One of those photographs is now in Domenica's latest cookbook, Rustic Italian, published by Williams Sonoma. I'm so excited: this is the first time my work is in print. {squeal}

A few weeks ago, my friend Cecilia called me to let me know she received a preview copy of the book and made one of the recipes

How to turn French Onion Soup into a Sandwich: Challah + Onions + Smoked Gouda

Last week, my friend at work, Danielle, brought me yet another bag of onions.

The first time Danielle brought me a bag of onions, I made Onion Jam. The next time I made Pickled Onions.

This time I thought maybe I should make French Onion Soup. I've had French Onion Soups a few times and have always liked the soft onions, the beefy broth and the warmth and comfort of the soup.

My favorite

Last week, my friend at work, Danielle, brought me yet another bag of onions.

The first time Danielle brought me a bag of onions, I made Onion Jam. The next time I made Pickled Onions.

This time I thought maybe I should make French Onion Soup. I've had French Onion Soups a few times and have always liked the soft onions, the beefy broth and the warmth and comfort of the soup.

My favorite

Brussels Sprouts with Chorizo and Red Onion

When it comes to Brussels sprouts, people either love them or hate them. I'm definitely a lover of Brussels sprouts.

Growing up, my mom made a vegetable soup with Brussels sprouts in it and I really liked it. Plus, when my parents placed food in front of me, I rarely had a choice. They weren't short order cooks: everyone ate the same dish.

Once I grew up, however, my favorite way of preparing

When it comes to Brussels sprouts, people either love them or hate them. I'm definitely a lover of Brussels sprouts.

Growing up, my mom made a vegetable soup with Brussels sprouts in it and I really liked it. Plus, when my parents placed food in front of me, I rarely had a choice. They weren't short order cooks: everyone ate the same dish.

Once I grew up, however, my favorite way of preparing

How to cook a Spaghetti Squash? KISS: Keep It Simple (Stupid)

When I was at the grocery store last weekend, I noticed a spaghetti squash. Without giving it too much thought, I picked one up.

To be honest, I had no idea what I would do with it.

It seems like in the US, people love roasting squash with butter and brown sugar. That is so NOT my idea of what I want to eat for lunch or dinner. Instead, I make all my squash dishes savory.

After getting home

When I was at the grocery store last weekend, I noticed a spaghetti squash. Without giving it too much thought, I picked one up.

To be honest, I had no idea what I would do with it.

It seems like in the US, people love roasting squash with butter and brown sugar. That is so NOT my idea of what I want to eat for lunch or dinner. Instead, I make all my squash dishes savory.

After getting home

How to make Kale Chips at home

First, I want to wish everyone a very happy Rosh Hashannah. Hope this year is sweet for you and your families and friends! If you are still looking for something sweet to bake for tonight's dinner, try this Honey Cake with Almonds and Orange Zest.

And now let's return to our regular programming. It seems like it's been at least a year since I've heard of kale chips. You basically buy kale, rip

First, I want to wish everyone a very happy Rosh Hashannah. Hope this year is sweet for you and your families and friends! If you are still looking for something sweet to bake for tonight's dinner, try this Honey Cake with Almonds and Orange Zest.

And now let's return to our regular programming. It seems like it's been at least a year since I've heard of kale chips. You basically buy kale, rip

Recipe for Honey Almond Cake with Orange Zest for Rosh Hashanah: Shana Tova

I would never get an award for the best Jew.

I eat pork. I love shellfish. After a dinner of steak, I don't mind eating a dessert that has dairy in it.

Several years ago I gave up fasting for Yom Kippur, because instead of having a reflective day, I'd be miserable because all I could think about was not being able to eat and drink.

I have only dated one Jewish guy...and even he was only 1/2

I would never get an award for the best Jew.

I eat pork. I love shellfish. After a dinner of steak, I don't mind eating a dessert that has dairy in it.

Several years ago I gave up fasting for Yom Kippur, because instead of having a reflective day, I'd be miserable because all I could think about was not being able to eat and drink.

I have only dated one Jewish guy...and even he was only 1/2

Where to eat out in Denver, Colorado

It has been about a month since I've come back from a long weekend vacation in Denver. I've already shared with you my thoughts about a meal in Watercourse, photographs from a farmers' market and some non-food related activities.

Below are a few other restaurants I visited with Kenny in Denver. Alas, some of the ones we wanted to check out just did not happen: not enough hours in the day for all

It has been about a month since I've come back from a long weekend vacation in Denver. I've already shared with you my thoughts about a meal in Watercourse, photographs from a farmers' market and some non-food related activities.

Below are a few other restaurants I visited with Kenny in Denver. Alas, some of the ones we wanted to check out just did not happen: not enough hours in the day for all

An intimate dinner party for four: a plan for success

What happens when people find out you have a cooking blog? They expect you to cook for them...because after all, you love food and cooking, right? Oy the memories of certain ex boyfriends who did not understand why I did not want to buy the groceries, make the meal and then clean the kitchen...no wonder they are ex.

But then there are occasions when cooking for someone is really appreciated and

What happens when people find out you have a cooking blog? They expect you to cook for them...because after all, you love food and cooking, right? Oy the memories of certain ex boyfriends who did not understand why I did not want to buy the groceries, make the meal and then clean the kitchen...no wonder they are ex.

But then there are occasions when cooking for someone is really appreciated and

Fig & Goat Cheese Panini Recipe

Just a quick "HI" from Seattle!

I'm having a good time hanging out with my family and friends, dancing, eating, making a few jewelry projects for my mom and sleeping in.

Since many of you liked my "recipe" for Fig salad with goat cheese, arugula and pickled onions, here's another idea for what to do with the same ingredient PLUS French baguette: Fig & Goat Cheese Baguette.

This is an

Just a quick "HI" from Seattle!

I'm having a good time hanging out with my family and friends, dancing, eating, making a few jewelry projects for my mom and sleeping in.

Since many of you liked my "recipe" for Fig salad with goat cheese, arugula and pickled onions, here's another idea for what to do with the same ingredient PLUS French baguette: Fig & Goat Cheese Baguette.

This is an

Fig salad with arugula, goat cheese and pickled onions

What do you the day before or the day of travel? I pack, water my plants, charge my computer, phone, camera, and clean out my fridge.

This Saturday I had a 5 pm flight to visit my family in Seattle: this meant breakfast and lunch at home.

For breakfast, I had coconut lentil soup with pickled onions: there was just enough soup leftover to make a small meal. Plus, it was already 11 am: I slept

What do you the day before or the day of travel? I pack, water my plants, charge my computer, phone, camera, and clean out my fridge.

This Saturday I had a 5 pm flight to visit my family in Seattle: this meant breakfast and lunch at home.

For breakfast, I had coconut lentil soup with pickled onions: there was just enough soup leftover to make a small meal. Plus, it was already 11 am: I slept

Rachael Ray's Meatloaf Pan & Garbage Bowl AND Giada De Laurentiis' Tukey Meatloaf Recipe: longest blog post title ever

Last month I was asked if I wanted to review Rachael Ray's non stick meatloaf pan set and garbage bowl.

Here are the things that went through my mind:

1) ooh, I love trying out new gadgets/dishes/tools in the kitchen

2) my current meatloaf pan is slightly scratched and it'd be nice to have a replacement

3) garbage bowl: can't any bowl be a garbage bowl?

4) I only watch RR's show when I'm

Last month I was asked if I wanted to review Rachael Ray's non stick meatloaf pan set and garbage bowl.

Here are the things that went through my mind:

1) ooh, I love trying out new gadgets/dishes/tools in the kitchen

2) my current meatloaf pan is slightly scratched and it'd be nice to have a replacement

3) garbage bowl: can't any bowl be a garbage bowl?

4) I only watch RR's show when I'm

Coconut Lentil Soup from Marc Samuelsson (sort of)

It's grey, raining and a bit chilly out. Perhaps the weather gods are getting me ready for a week in Seattle? But then my mom said that in Seattle it's sunny and supposed to be 90 degrees! What's going on?

But let's get back to this post: I feel like it's perfectly timed because today is the perfect day to make this Coconut Lentil Soup from Marc Samuelsson's blog. I originally saw the recipe in

It's grey, raining and a bit chilly out. Perhaps the weather gods are getting me ready for a week in Seattle? But then my mom said that in Seattle it's sunny and supposed to be 90 degrees! What's going on?

But let's get back to this post: I feel like it's perfectly timed because today is the perfect day to make this Coconut Lentil Soup from Marc Samuelsson's blog. I originally saw the recipe in

Joe Yonan's Citrus-Pickled Onions Recipe

Remember when a friend at work gave me a bunch of large onions and I made onion jam?

Well, Danielle did it again: last Friday she brought me a bag of red onions and beets. I wasn't complaining :)

Although the beets are still sitting in my kitchen, I knew right away what I would do with the red onions: Citrus-Pickled Onions from Joe Yonan's Serve Yourself cookbook.

This is the second recipe

Remember when a friend at work gave me a bunch of large onions and I made onion jam?

Well, Danielle did it again: last Friday she brought me a bag of red onions and beets. I wasn't complaining :)

Although the beets are still sitting in my kitchen, I knew right away what I would do with the red onions: Citrus-Pickled Onions from Joe Yonan's Serve Yourself cookbook.

This is the second recipe

Solo Supper Club: Leg of Lamb

A few months ago I received an interesting email. Here's what it said:

I’m writing to gauge your interest in being a supper club host for an inaugural series hosted by the Tri-Lamb Group, a collaborative initiative of lamb producer organizations from the U.S., New Zealand and Australia which focuses on educating Americans about lamb.

I was intrigued. First, I love lamb. Whenever I am eating

A few months ago I received an interesting email. Here's what it said:

I’m writing to gauge your interest in being a supper club host for an inaugural series hosted by the Tri-Lamb Group, a collaborative initiative of lamb producer organizations from the U.S., New Zealand and Australia which focuses on educating Americans about lamb.

I was intrigued. First, I love lamb. Whenever I am eating

Roasted tomatoes with feta and chickpeas salad

This past week my grocery store had an amazing sale: 1 pint of grape tomatoes for 97 cents. That's pretty much unheard of.

And yes, of course, these tomatoes weren't nearly as good as the ones you'd find at a farmers' market, but I love tomatoes and bought 6 pints and was excited about all the possible ways of cooking/eating them.

In the end, I used some tomatoes in a corn/tomato/avocado salad,

This past week my grocery store had an amazing sale: 1 pint of grape tomatoes for 97 cents. That's pretty much unheard of.

And yes, of course, these tomatoes weren't nearly as good as the ones you'd find at a farmers' market, but I love tomatoes and bought 6 pints and was excited about all the possible ways of cooking/eating them.

In the end, I used some tomatoes in a corn/tomato/avocado salad,

Date, pistachio & scallion rice

This recipe is inspired by Amy of Word Kitchen. Earlier this month Amy tweeted that she was making Basmati rice with pistachios. I was intrigued and asked for directions.

Amy replied with the following:

lemme see: 1c basmati in 2 c water, fluff. Add 2T chop'd pistachios, 2T chop'd currants, thread of OO, some parsley, s & p...

I added this tweet to the list of my favorites and was looking for

This recipe is inspired by Amy of Word Kitchen. Earlier this month Amy tweeted that she was making Basmati rice with pistachios. I was intrigued and asked for directions.

Amy replied with the following:

lemme see: 1c basmati in 2 c water, fluff. Add 2T chop'd pistachios, 2T chop'd currants, thread of OO, some parsley, s & p...

I added this tweet to the list of my favorites and was looking for

Scenes from Denver's Farmers' Market

Where to eat in Denver: Watercourse

I'm back from Denver. Did you miss me? :) Hope so.

In the next week or so I'll share with you some of my favorite meals from Denver, Colorado. Let me just say this: the food was incredible and the service everywhere was genuine and attentive. It was as if the chefs, waitresses and the front of the house staff actually loved their jobs and were excited to have you in their restaurants!

After

I'm back from Denver. Did you miss me? :) Hope so.

In the next week or so I'll share with you some of my favorite meals from Denver, Colorado. Let me just say this: the food was incredible and the service everywhere was genuine and attentive. It was as if the chefs, waitresses and the front of the house staff actually loved their jobs and were excited to have you in their restaurants!

After

DC Food Tour of U Street

I'm back from a fun long weekend in Denver. The food scene there was amazing and the service was unbelievable. All the eating was balanced out by walking, sightseeing and two nights of salsa dancing. Other than a 6 hour delay in Kansas City on the way back to DC, it was a great time.

While I'm editing photos from Denver, I want to share with you yet another food filled afternoon I've had with DC

I'm back from a fun long weekend in Denver. The food scene there was amazing and the service was unbelievable. All the eating was balanced out by walking, sightseeing and two nights of salsa dancing. Other than a 6 hour delay in Kansas City on the way back to DC, it was a great time.

While I'm editing photos from Denver, I want to share with you yet another food filled afternoon I've had with DC

Grilled Halloumi & Watermelon Salad

As you are reading this, I'm having a fabulous time in Denver. Don't hate.

But while I'm out and about, I thought I'd share with you a salad I made several weeks ago on a total whim.

Here's what happened: I have been obsessing with watermelon. I love eating it as is, or pickled or in a salad with feta and basil.
Then someone mentioned grilling watermelon. I love grilled peaches, nectarines and

As you are reading this, I'm having a fabulous time in Denver. Don't hate.

But while I'm out and about, I thought I'd share with you a salad I made several weeks ago on a total whim.

Here's what happened: I have been obsessing with watermelon. I love eating it as is, or pickled or in a salad with feta and basil.
Then someone mentioned grilling watermelon. I love grilled peaches, nectarines and

Recipe for Domenica Marchetti's Soup

About 90% of the time I just make up my own recipes. I go to the store, find what ingredients look appealing, see what I have in my pantry and make things up as I go. Most of the time I'm quite successful.

Other times, I just want someone to hand me a recipe, go to the store to get all the necessary ingredients, follow the directions and make a dish as the recipe's author has intended it to be.

About 90% of the time I just make up my own recipes. I go to the store, find what ingredients look appealing, see what I have in my pantry and make things up as I go. Most of the time I'm quite successful.

Other times, I just want someone to hand me a recipe, go to the store to get all the necessary ingredients, follow the directions and make a dish as the recipe's author has intended it to be.

9th Annual Clyde's Farm Dinner: Slow Food DC

Last weekend I got a chance to do something incredibly cool and something I've been wanting to do for years.

I was invited to attend the 9th Annual Clyde's Farm Dinner at Willow Creek Farm: one of the Slow Food DC events.

I will be the first one to admit that my refrigerator and pantry are not full of organic and local produce and staples from farmers' market. The convenience of shopping at my

Last weekend I got a chance to do something incredibly cool and something I've been wanting to do for years.

I was invited to attend the 9th Annual Clyde's Farm Dinner at Willow Creek Farm: one of the Slow Food DC events.

I will be the first one to admit that my refrigerator and pantry are not full of organic and local produce and staples from farmers' market. The convenience of shopping at my

Kodak Gallery Photo Book

The first ever digital camera I had was a Kodak. This was almost 10 years ago. Here's the story: my mom asked me if I wanted a camera. I said no. Then when I came to visit my parents in Seattle for New Years and opened my New Year present, amongst towels I found a Kodak digital camera. I lost my sh*t. Seriously! In fact, my reaction, a full-on meltdown, was recorded by my dad. Trust me, it's not

The first ever digital camera I had was a Kodak. This was almost 10 years ago. Here's the story: my mom asked me if I wanted a camera. I said no. Then when I came to visit my parents in Seattle for New Years and opened my New Year present, amongst towels I found a Kodak digital camera. I lost my sh*t. Seriously! In fact, my reaction, a full-on meltdown, was recorded by my dad. Trust me, it's not

Cooking with PastaPrima: Grilled Chicken Ravioli with Vegetables & Blue Cheese

A few weeks ago I received a package from PastaPrima with several varieties of ravioli and was asked to come up with a fun recipe that would not be your typical ravioli with sauce dish.

I was up for the challenge! Who knows, maybe I'll even win the grand prize of $1,000 worth of must-have kitchen tools?

One can dream, right?

About PastaPrima:

"Pasta Prima is both American owned and family

A few weeks ago I received a package from PastaPrima with several varieties of ravioli and was asked to come up with a fun recipe that would not be your typical ravioli with sauce dish.

I was up for the challenge! Who knows, maybe I'll even win the grand prize of $1,000 worth of must-have kitchen tools?

One can dream, right?

About PastaPrima:

"Pasta Prima is both American owned and family

Recipe for spicy turkey meatballs

Meatballs weren't a typical item on a menu in my house in Russia. Instead, we ate kotleti: sort of similar to burger patties, they were made from beef, garlic, onion, salt & pepper with an addition of an egg and some bread.

These kotleti were formed into patties and cooked on a pan till the outside was crispy. Instead of eating them on a bun, we had them with mashed potatoes, rice, pasta or

Meatballs weren't a typical item on a menu in my house in Russia. Instead, we ate kotleti: sort of similar to burger patties, they were made from beef, garlic, onion, salt & pepper with an addition of an egg and some bread.

These kotleti were formed into patties and cooked on a pan till the outside was crispy. Instead of eating them on a bun, we had them with mashed potatoes, rice, pasta or

Dry Tart Cherry, Nuts & Chocolate Chip Cookies

In the past I've mentioned how completely impressionable I am. If I see something on TV, on someone's blog or in a restaurant, those things/ideas get stuck in my head and constantly bug me to make them.

This is especially true if those things/ideas remind me of something awesome from my past.

Case in point: last month Anna, my twin, told me she was making Sour Cherry and Pecan Cookies with

In the past I've mentioned how completely impressionable I am. If I see something on TV, on someone's blog or in a restaurant, those things/ideas get stuck in my head and constantly bug me to make them.

This is especially true if those things/ideas remind me of something awesome from my past.

Case in point: last month Anna, my twin, told me she was making Sour Cherry and Pecan Cookies with

Easiest recipe for pickled watermelon

Apparently today is Watermelon Day. I'm more than happy to celebrate. Watermelon is one of the things that screams summer to me.

I remember growing up in Moscow (not the Idaho one) and eating watermelon in the hot summer months both in the City and whenever my family took Summer vacations by the Black Sea. Oh, those were the times.

Our watermelons back then had seeds. Of course as a child it

Apparently today is Watermelon Day. I'm more than happy to celebrate. Watermelon is one of the things that screams summer to me.

I remember growing up in Moscow (not the Idaho one) and eating watermelon in the hot summer months both in the City and whenever my family took Summer vacations by the Black Sea. Oh, those were the times.

Our watermelons back then had seeds. Of course as a child it

Squash Blossom Festival at Oyamel in DC

Last night I had a great pleasure of dining at Oyamel, one of Jose Andres' many restaurants in Washington DC. This was not my first time at Oyamel, but the first time to experience the menu specifically prepared for the Squash Blossom Festival.

Big thank you to Heather Freeman PR for the dinner invitation!

From the restaurant:
Join us this August for the annual celebration of the this most

Last night I had a great pleasure of dining at Oyamel, one of Jose Andres' many restaurants in Washington DC. This was not my first time at Oyamel, but the first time to experience the menu specifically prepared for the Squash Blossom Festival.

Big thank you to Heather Freeman PR for the dinner invitation!

From the restaurant:
Join us this August for the annual celebration of the this most

Simple Onion Jam Recipe

A few weeks ago my friend Danielle asked if I'd like some onions she got from a CSA and did not want. I said sure.

So the next day Danielle brought 6 HUGE white onions to work. I had no clue what to do with them, but I was happy to try and figure it out.

Of course the first thing that came to mind was French Onion Soup. You might find it hard to believe, but although I love the soup, I've never

A few weeks ago my friend Danielle asked if I'd like some onions she got from a CSA and did not want. I said sure.

So the next day Danielle brought 6 HUGE white onions to work. I had no clue what to do with them, but I was happy to try and figure it out.

Of course the first thing that came to mind was French Onion Soup. You might find it hard to believe, but although I love the soup, I've never

Sour Cherry & Sweet Cherry Frozen Yogurt

Here's another post about my adventures with an ice cream maker.

This time around I decided to give frozen yogurt another try (check out my Mango Peach Frozen Yogurt).

I had a few bags of frozen sour cherries on hand and some fresh sweet cherries. I decided to combine them with tangy yogurt for a refreshing, pretty and relatively healthy summer treat.

Since my last frozen yogurt turned out

Here's another post about my adventures with an ice cream maker.

This time around I decided to give frozen yogurt another try (check out my Mango Peach Frozen Yogurt).

I had a few bags of frozen sour cherries on hand and some fresh sweet cherries. I decided to combine them with tangy yogurt for a refreshing, pretty and relatively healthy summer treat.

Since my last frozen yogurt turned out

Grilled Peach Summer Salad

{Update: 7/2/12: I'm entering this recipe in the OXO Cherry Recipe Contest}

If the first thing that pops into your head when I say salad is lettuce, you will be quite surprised by the ingredients in this Grilled Peach Summer Salad.

The entire salad came together randomly, just as many of my recipes do. I saw some peaches on sale at the grocery store. Washington State cherries were also on

{Update: 7/2/12: I'm entering this recipe in the OXO Cherry Recipe Contest}

If the first thing that pops into your head when I say salad is lettuce, you will be quite surprised by the ingredients in this Grilled Peach Summer Salad.

The entire salad came together randomly, just as many of my recipes do. I saw some peaches on sale at the grocery store. Washington State cherries were also on

Sweet, Sticky & Spicy Tofu

A few weeks ago I randomly bought a package of extra firm tofu at the grocery store without really having any idea of what to make with it. In fact, it's been sitting in my refrigerator all this time, and I've been doing a great job ignoring it.

Yesterday I decided to make Sweet, Sticky & Spicy Tofu. The "recipe" is just something I came up with on a whim by looking at what I had on hand. If I

A few weeks ago I randomly bought a package of extra firm tofu at the grocery store without really having any idea of what to make with it. In fact, it's been sitting in my refrigerator all this time, and I've been doing a great job ignoring it.

Yesterday I decided to make Sweet, Sticky & Spicy Tofu. The "recipe" is just something I came up with on a whim by looking at what I had on hand. If I

Mint & Parsley Chili Chutney & an Indian snack

A few weekends ago I went over to my friend Sangeetha's house for brunch, followed by what else: shopping!

It was great to see her new house, catch up, and taste some wonderful Indian food that she prepared for me.

One of the dishes at the brunch table was a bowl of puffed rice with tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions and a few chutneys.

One of the chutneys was made with cilantro, mint, chili,

A few weekends ago I went over to my friend Sangeetha's house for brunch, followed by what else: shopping!

It was great to see her new house, catch up, and taste some wonderful Indian food that she prepared for me.

One of the dishes at the brunch table was a bowl of puffed rice with tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions and a few chutneys.

One of the chutneys was made with cilantro, mint, chili,

Cold beet soup with potatoes, cucumbers, herbs & buttermilk

Oh, beets, how I love thee! In cold months of winter, roasted in the oven, sliced and topped with goat cheese, you are divine.

In the fall, mixed in with citrus, blue cheese and toasted nuts, you warm me up.

In the summer, peeled and shredded with carrots, daikon radish and mixed in with sesame oil, cilantro and soy sauce, you invigorate me.

And you make me jealous when you appear in the

Oh, beets, how I love thee! In cold months of winter, roasted in the oven, sliced and topped with goat cheese, you are divine.

In the fall, mixed in with citrus, blue cheese and toasted nuts, you warm me up.

In the summer, peeled and shredded with carrots, daikon radish and mixed in with sesame oil, cilantro and soy sauce, you invigorate me.

And you make me jealous when you appear in the

Food52's beet greens with sour cream dressing

Last Thursday I went to the Penn Quarter farmers' market and strolled around while catching up with my friends Melissa and Daphne, and trying to figure out what I should buy.

Sometimes I can be oh so very indecisive!

At the end, I picked up a big bunch of basil, a bag of arugula and a bunch of Swiss chard.

I did not really have any specific ideas in mind for what to do with any of my purchases

Last Thursday I went to the Penn Quarter farmers' market and strolled around while catching up with my friends Melissa and Daphne, and trying to figure out what I should buy.

Sometimes I can be oh so very indecisive!

At the end, I picked up a big bunch of basil, a bag of arugula and a bunch of Swiss chard.

I did not really have any specific ideas in mind for what to do with any of my purchases

What to cook when it's so hot out?

How hot is it where you live? In DC area the temperatures have been near a 100 degrees. Add to that the humidity, and sometimes it's almost unbearable to think about cooking.

But cooking is still something I do when it's hot out because 1) I like to eat 2) Robyn makes me :)

I should explain the second reason: I do freelance cooking and photography for Robyn's Fabulous Food Finds blog, so most

How hot is it where you live? In DC area the temperatures have been near a 100 degrees. Add to that the humidity, and sometimes it's almost unbearable to think about cooking.

But cooking is still something I do when it's hot out because 1) I like to eat 2) Robyn makes me :)

I should explain the second reason: I do freelance cooking and photography for Robyn's Fabulous Food Finds blog, so most

Shakshuka with a twist: Domenica Marchetti's The Glorious Pasta of Italy

A while ago I decided to treat myself to dinner at Bibiana. This was no ordinary dinner: it was a celebration for Domenica Marchetti's new cookbook: The Glorious Pasta of Italy.
The night included tasting some of the dishes from the book prepared by the Executive Chef Nicholas Stefanelli, sipping on wine, and listening to Domenica describe the origins and the stories behind some of her favorite

A while ago I decided to treat myself to dinner at Bibiana. This was no ordinary dinner: it was a celebration for Domenica Marchetti's new cookbook: The Glorious Pasta of Italy.
The night included tasting some of the dishes from the book prepared by the Executive Chef Nicholas Stefanelli, sipping on wine, and listening to Domenica describe the origins and the stories behind some of her favorite

Could you eat at a gas station? Yes, you can! Fast Gourmet in DC

We all lead such busy lives. Sometimes it takes almost a month {or more} before I'm able to come up with a date for a get together with a friend that works for both of us.

One such get together finally happened last month with my friend Jenna, who has been especially busy lately ever since she's opened up Whisked! with Stephanie.

But back to our get together: Jenna and I decided to go see

We all lead such busy lives. Sometimes it takes almost a month {or more} before I'm able to come up with a date for a get together with a friend that works for both of us.

One such get together finally happened last month with my friend Jenna, who has been especially busy lately ever since she's opened up Whisked! with Stephanie.

But back to our get together: Jenna and I decided to go see

Jeni's Ice Creams' Goat Cheese Ice Cream

Earlier last week I tweeted a question about what kind of ice cream to make to go with the sour cherry compote I've made earlier.

I've received several suggestions, but the one I decided to follow was to ask @jenisicreams for a recipe of her goat cheese ice cream. Jeni was kind enough to sent me a link to Epicurious, which featured her Goat Cheese Ice Cream with Roasted Red Cherries.

I followed

Earlier last week I tweeted a question about what kind of ice cream to make to go with the sour cherry compote I've made earlier.

I've received several suggestions, but the one I decided to follow was to ask @jenisicreams for a recipe of her goat cheese ice cream. Jeni was kind enough to sent me a link to Epicurious, which featured her Goat Cheese Ice Cream with Roasted Red Cherries.

I followed

What to do with sour cherries? Sour Cherry Compote Recipe

Remember my trip to pick sour cherries a few weekends ago? I ended up picking 10 pounds, giving 2 to my friend, freezing a bunch and at the end had about 7 cups of pitted cherries to deal with.
Of course many suggested I make a cherry pie or cobbler; my mom said I should make Russian sour cherries turnovers, but I wanted something a lot simpler.

Last year I made a 5 minute jam using black

Remember my trip to pick sour cherries a few weekends ago? I ended up picking 10 pounds, giving 2 to my friend, freezing a bunch and at the end had about 7 cups of pitted cherries to deal with.
Of course many suggested I make a cherry pie or cobbler; my mom said I should make Russian sour cherries turnovers, but I wanted something a lot simpler.

Last year I made a 5 minute jam using black

Fruit, Berry & Yogurt Trifle

Inspiration for recipes comes in all different forms for me. This time, the Fruit, Berry & Yogurt Trifle was inspired by Gina's Red, White and Blueberry Trifle.
Although I have two trifle dishes, I did not want to use them: they are just too big for one person to handle. Instead, I used a round short vase I bought at a discount store. Love things that are multipurpose: right now it's

Inspiration for recipes comes in all different forms for me. This time, the Fruit, Berry & Yogurt Trifle was inspired by Gina's Red, White and Blueberry Trifle.
Although I have two trifle dishes, I did not want to use them: they are just too big for one person to handle. Instead, I used a round short vase I bought at a discount store. Love things that are multipurpose: right now it's

Sour Cherry Picking with Cecilia and Laetitia

Last Saturday, Cecilia, Laetitia and I headed out to pick sour cherries at Butler's Orchards. The weather was pretty much perfect, the sour cherries were plentiful and easy to pick, and we had a great time hanging out, lunching out and shopping at Ikea and Costco afterwards. What a perfect day with fun girls!

Below are photos from our adventures. I ended up picking 10 pounds of sour cherries: I

Last Saturday, Cecilia, Laetitia and I headed out to pick sour cherries at Butler's Orchards. The weather was pretty much perfect, the sour cherries were plentiful and easy to pick, and we had a great time hanging out, lunching out and shopping at Ikea and Costco afterwards. What a perfect day with fun girls!

Below are photos from our adventures. I ended up picking 10 pounds of sour cherries: I

Grilled Vegetable & Havarti Pita-nini

Sunday was a busy day. I was baking mango, pistachio & crystallized ginger muffins, pitting nearly 10 pounds of sour cherries (I promise to post photos from the cherry picking and one of the things I did with them so far soon), making a berry/fruit/yogurt trifle, taking photos and avoiding doing the laundry.

Yes, avoiding doing the laundry counts as an activity.

Amongst all of my cooking

Sunday was a busy day. I was baking mango, pistachio & crystallized ginger muffins, pitting nearly 10 pounds of sour cherries (I promise to post photos from the cherry picking and one of the things I did with them so far soon), making a berry/fruit/yogurt trifle, taking photos and avoiding doing the laundry.

Yes, avoiding doing the laundry counts as an activity.

Amongst all of my cooking

Mango, pistachio & crystallized ginger muffins

When I read Monica Bhide's tweet about baking mango bread, I knew I'd have to do it. Monica adapted her recipe from from Sweet Hands by Ramin Ganeshram. But you know me: I had to make a few changes myself!

Instead of making a mango bread, I decided to make mango muffins: cuter and easier to control the portions. Plus, they make a great portable breakfast or snack.

I thought that just using a

When I read Monica Bhide's tweet about baking mango bread, I knew I'd have to do it. Monica adapted her recipe from from Sweet Hands by Ramin Ganeshram. But you know me: I had to make a few changes myself!

Instead of making a mango bread, I decided to make mango muffins: cuter and easier to control the portions. Plus, they make a great portable breakfast or snack.

I thought that just using a

What will I find at a farmers' market?

It's Friday and I'm feeling tired and a little lazy. So I'll simply share with you a few things I picked up at a local farmers' market last week.

When I go to a farmers' market, I rarely have an idea of what I want to buy. Instead, I stroll around, try a few samples, and see what sparks my interest.

Last week, instead of strolling from one stand to another, I was walking really quickly,

It's Friday and I'm feeling tired and a little lazy. So I'll simply share with you a few things I picked up at a local farmers' market last week.

When I go to a farmers' market, I rarely have an idea of what I want to buy. Instead, I stroll around, try a few samples, and see what sparks my interest.

Last week, instead of strolling from one stand to another, I was walking really quickly,

Savory Oatmeal for Breakfast

If Penny De Los Santos and Mark Bittman had a baby, this would be it. Confused!? Of course you are. I'm talking about breakfast ;)

A while ago, there was a recipe by Bittman going around the blogosphere that used leftover rice, combined with ginger, leeks and topped off with a fried egg. I made it. I loved it.

Then, last week, my friend Cecilia tweeted a recipe by Penny De Los Santos for Sexed

If Penny De Los Santos and Mark Bittman had a baby, this would be it. Confused!? Of course you are. I'm talking about breakfast ;)

A while ago, there was a recipe by Bittman going around the blogosphere that used leftover rice, combined with ginger, leeks and topped off with a fried egg. I made it. I loved it.

Then, last week, my friend Cecilia tweeted a recipe by Penny De Los Santos for Sexed

DYI dessert: Mango, White Peach & Crystallized Ginger Frozen Yogurt

One of the coolest things about having a twin sister is that you get to share friends. What does this have to do with a recipe for Mango, White Peach & Crystallized Ginger Frozen Yogurt?

Well, Anna introduced me to her friend Erica about 3 years ago. We took a trip to Montreal together and had a great time. All of us love food, fashion exhibits at museums, botanical gardens, etc. When Erica

One of the coolest things about having a twin sister is that you get to share friends. What does this have to do with a recipe for Mango, White Peach & Crystallized Ginger Frozen Yogurt?

Well, Anna introduced me to her friend Erica about 3 years ago. We took a trip to Montreal together and had a great time. All of us love food, fashion exhibits at museums, botanical gardens, etc. When Erica

Recipe for beet lovers: beet dip and spiced bread

Last Saturday I surrendered control. Now, if you know me, you know this is not something that I do easily. I'm a control freak when it comes to many situations: I freely admit it. However, when my friend Wendy joined me in the kitchen last weekend (we made pistachio cookies and borscht together), I actually let her create two snack dishes all on her own. After all, she did go to the CIA and has

Last Saturday I surrendered control. Now, if you know me, you know this is not something that I do easily. I'm a control freak when it comes to many situations: I freely admit it. However, when my friend Wendy joined me in the kitchen last weekend (we made pistachio cookies and borscht together), I actually let her create two snack dishes all on her own. After all, she did go to the CIA and has

Recipe for Russian Borscht (or at least my version)

When I'll fly to Seattle in September to visit my family, I'm nearly a 100% sure there will be a large pot of borscht in the refrigerator.

What can I say? Growing up in Russia, we ate a lot of beets, and I've always loved them. In salads, soups, or simply roasted, not only do they have a vibrant deep purplish/pinkish color, but they have a natural sweetness to them that pairs so well with many

When I'll fly to Seattle in September to visit my family, I'm nearly a 100% sure there will be a large pot of borscht in the refrigerator.

What can I say? Growing up in Russia, we ate a lot of beets, and I've always loved them. In salads, soups, or simply roasted, not only do they have a vibrant deep purplish/pinkish color, but they have a natural sweetness to them that pairs so well with many

Joe Yonan's recipe for Pistachio Butter Cookies

Earlier last week I came home and found a thick envelope sitting by my door. I impatiently opened the envelop and found a copy of Joe Yonan's Serve Yourself cookbook for my review from Ten Speed press.

I sat on my couch and turned the pages of the book, marveling at the gorgeous photographs by Ed Anderson and trying to figure out what I'd like to cook from it over the weekend with my friend

Earlier last week I came home and found a thick envelope sitting by my door. I impatiently opened the envelop and found a copy of Joe Yonan's Serve Yourself cookbook for my review from Ten Speed press.

I sat on my couch and turned the pages of the book, marveling at the gorgeous photographs by Ed Anderson and trying to figure out what I'd like to cook from it over the weekend with my friend

The things I learned from Jose Andres

This past Friday I attended a talk with Jose Andres at the National Archives for the opening of the America Eats exhibit.

Here's the description of the program:
AMERICA EATS OPENING PROGRAM: Chef José Andrés
Friday, June 10, at 7 P.M., William G. McGowan Theater
Join us for the inaugural program of "America Eats," a series developed in conjunction with José Andrés, who is Chief Culinary

This past Friday I attended a talk with Jose Andres at the National Archives for the opening of the America Eats exhibit.

Here's the description of the program:
AMERICA EATS OPENING PROGRAM: Chef José Andrés
Friday, June 10, at 7 P.M., William G. McGowan Theater
Join us for the inaugural program of "America Eats," a series developed in conjunction with José Andrés, who is Chief Culinary

Poached Salmon with Spinach, Strawberries & Olives Salad

Some meals I plan, others come together completely randomly. The later happened a few weeks ago. In the morning I decided to defrost a few pieces of salmon I had in the freezer. Once I got home, I stood in front of the refrigerator trying to figure out what to do with the salmon and what to serve alongside the fish.

I decided to poach the salmon and make a salad to go with it. Thus, Poached

Some meals I plan, others come together completely randomly. The later happened a few weeks ago. In the morning I decided to defrost a few pieces of salmon I had in the freezer. Once I got home, I stood in front of the refrigerator trying to figure out what to do with the salmon and what to serve alongside the fish.

I decided to poach the salmon and make a salad to go with it. Thus, Poached

So you want to be a recipe tester!?

So you want to be a recipe tester? Do you? Do you know what's involved?

I'm sure everyone's experience is different, depending on whose recipes you are testing, whether it is for a magazine or a cookbook, etc, etc.

I'm currently testing recipes for Robyn's next cookbook with about 10 other people. We each test a total of 10 recipes, time how long each one takes, measure out portion sizes,

So you want to be a recipe tester? Do you? Do you know what's involved?

I'm sure everyone's experience is different, depending on whose recipes you are testing, whether it is for a magazine or a cookbook, etc, etc.

I'm currently testing recipes for Robyn's next cookbook with about 10 other people. We each test a total of 10 recipes, time how long each one takes, measure out portion sizes,

#EWR11: the food

Sigh. Although I did quite a bit of cooking this weekend, including testing recipes for Robyn's next book, all of my photos turned out horrible. Seriously. I ended up deleting them. While I decide if I want to post any of the recaps sans photographs, I'll share with you two meals I had while photographing/attending Eat Write Retreat. {check out my behind the scenes post}
When I learned that we'll

Sigh. Although I did quite a bit of cooking this weekend, including testing recipes for Robyn's next book, all of my photos turned out horrible. Seriously. I ended up deleting them. While I decide if I want to post any of the recaps sans photographs, I'll share with you two meals I had while photographing/attending Eat Write Retreat. {check out my behind the scenes post}
When I learned that we'll

Mango Honey Flan with Pomegranate Concentrate

People have varied reactions when they hear the name of my blog. Some ask if all the recipes are made with mangoes and tomatoes: no, that would be slightly crazy. Others instantly ignore tomato and refer to my blog as Mango Tango, which would be cool if I was obsessed with tango dancing and not salsa. Yet one person asked me if my blog's name was really naked tomato. Thank you, Russian accent,

People have varied reactions when they hear the name of my blog. Some ask if all the recipes are made with mangoes and tomatoes: no, that would be slightly crazy. Others instantly ignore tomato and refer to my blog as Mango Tango, which would be cool if I was obsessed with tango dancing and not salsa. Yet one person asked me if my blog's name was really naked tomato. Thank you, Russian accent,

Calphalon Panini Grill: Caprese Panini

Guess what I won at the Eat Write Retreat? A Calphalon Panini Grill!!! I was thrilled. It took me about a week to open the box, and I decided to start with something simple: Caprese Panini.

I did not want to make just a simple Caprese Panini though: that would be boring. I remembered that I had a bottle of Chimichurri steak sauce in the refrigerator left over from one of the recipes I made for

Guess what I won at the Eat Write Retreat? A Calphalon Panini Grill!!! I was thrilled. It took me about a week to open the box, and I decided to start with something simple: Caprese Panini.

I did not want to make just a simple Caprese Panini though: that would be boring. I remembered that I had a bottle of Chimichurri steak sauce in the refrigerator left over from one of the recipes I made for

What's the Deal with Shake Shack?

I love meat. Quite a bit. I can't imagine being a vegetarian. When I heard that Shake Shack was opening a location in DC, I got excited: shakes, burgers, and fries: sounds like a fun idea to me. There was a lot of buzz all over twitter and Internet about the new burger establishment in DC, but I decided to wait a few weeks before trying out this new-to-me burger place.

Last week I met up with

I love meat. Quite a bit. I can't imagine being a vegetarian. When I heard that Shake Shack was opening a location in DC, I got excited: shakes, burgers, and fries: sounds like a fun idea to me. There was a lot of buzz all over twitter and Internet about the new burger establishment in DC, but I decided to wait a few weeks before trying out this new-to-me burger place.

Last week I met up with

#EWR11: Behind the scenes look at the first night

I first met Robyn Webb more than 7 years ago when I broke up with a boyfriend, needed to fill up my time and started assisting at the culinary program at a local Sur La Table. Robyn was one of the most organized instructors, and actually taught instead of just letting the students follow the printed out recipes. It's her voice I hear in my head when I teach private knife skills classes.

In the

I first met Robyn Webb more than 7 years ago when I broke up with a boyfriend, needed to fill up my time and started assisting at the culinary program at a local Sur La Table. Robyn was one of the most organized instructors, and actually taught instead of just letting the students follow the printed out recipes. It's her voice I hear in my head when I teach private knife skills classes.

In the

Can you make a salad without lettuce? Yes, you can!

First, THANK YOU everyone for your lovely comments on my anniversary post. I'm so lucky to have such supportive, kind, and fun readers!

If you haven't heard, I've spent this past weekend photographing Eat Write Retreat in exchange for attending the workshops, staying at Madison hotel, meeting amazing people, acquiring new blogging skills, bringing quite a bit of swag into my kitchen and of

First, THANK YOU everyone for your lovely comments on my anniversary post. I'm so lucky to have such supportive, kind, and fun readers!

If you haven't heard, I've spent this past weekend photographing Eat Write Retreat in exchange for attending the workshops, staying at Madison hotel, meeting amazing people, acquiring new blogging skills, bringing quite a bit of swag into my kitchen and of

How to make candy & my THREE year anniversary

My parents LOVE telling stories of when my twin, Anna, and I were little. They like telling us those stories a lot. Some of the stories have become a permanent part of my childhood memories, and I can't even tell if I remember those things happening or I just remember the stories. I guess at this point it doesn't really matter.

Some of the stories involve me coming up with my own foreign

My parents LOVE telling stories of when my twin, Anna, and I were little. They like telling us those stories a lot. Some of the stories have become a permanent part of my childhood memories, and I can't even tell if I remember those things happening or I just remember the stories. I guess at this point it doesn't really matter.

Some of the stories involve me coming up with my own foreign

Visit to Eataly in New York City

People have Wordless Wednesdays, but I don't always follow the rules. So I'll post this today: Friday! Here are photos from Eataly: I visited it in March with Anna and Jenny during my little NYC birthday celebration. We only bought coffee, but did some browsing. Next time I'm in NYC, I will definitely come back for a meal.

Jenny and Anna: they were dressed like twins!!! I was the odd

People have Wordless Wednesdays, but I don't always follow the rules. So I'll post this today: Friday! Here are photos from Eataly: I visited it in March with Anna and Jenny during my little NYC birthday celebration. We only bought coffee, but did some browsing. Next time I'm in NYC, I will definitely come back for a meal.

Jenny and Anna: they were dressed like twins!!! I was the odd

Recipe for Chicken Tortilla Soup with Black Beans

Last week I shared with you a recipe for Split Pea soup from Aviva. Today I want to tell you about a Chicken Tortilla Soup with Black Beans that is based on the recipe Paige emailed me. Of course I had to change a few things: otherwise it would not be a Mango Tomato recipe.

Ingredients
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1/2 jalapeno, seeds removed, chopped
2

Last week I shared with you a recipe for Split Pea soup from Aviva. Today I want to tell you about a Chicken Tortilla Soup with Black Beans that is based on the recipe Paige emailed me. Of course I had to change a few things: otherwise it would not be a Mango Tomato recipe.

Ingredients
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1/2 jalapeno, seeds removed, chopped
2

How to cook black beans at home: Heavenly Frijoles de Olla

I'm not a very patient person, so when it comes to cooking, although I like making quite a few things from scratch, I also enjoy the convenience of certain things. Canned beans are some of those convenient ingredients I like to have on hand. Open a can and you can add chickpeas to cucumber/tomato salad, black beans to a rice salad or white beans to a tuna salad. What's not to love?

Earlier this

I'm not a very patient person, so when it comes to cooking, although I like making quite a few things from scratch, I also enjoy the convenience of certain things. Canned beans are some of those convenient ingredients I like to have on hand. Open a can and you can add chickpeas to cucumber/tomato salad, black beans to a rice salad or white beans to a tuna salad. What's not to love?

Earlier this

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