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snacks

strawberry wasabi avocado crostini

August 24, 2010

I’d like to dedicate this post to the tropical heat wave we’ve endured in New York City this Summer. I dreamed this sandwich up largely to escape the humidity, so, weather gods, I salute you. When Olive and I made a trip to the in-laws a few weeks ago, we were all set to visit [...]

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blue corn tortillas, reincarnated

August 15, 2010

Lime chips enjoy big love in this household, so it seemed only logical to not let a good tortilla go to waste. Also, with kitchen fires low this summer, avocados have been a regular staple of my dinners, so here is my foray into homemade chips (no preservatives required). As accompaniment, insert your guacamole recipe of choice.

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The spice must flow (…or why Za’atar will be in your local market soon)

May 5, 2010

This pyramid of green tastes as holy as it looks. Native to the middle eastern region, the name refers to both the thyme leaves and the absurdly addictive spice blend. The first time I had za’atar, (pronounced “zatha”) it came in its toasted version on a fresh thick pita.

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beet chips, one year anniversary, and cookbook giveaway!

Thumbnail image for beet chips, one year anniversary, and cookbook giveaway! February 8, 2010

I can’t believe it’s been one whole year since I started this blog. A few new plug-ins, a new print feature, which I hope you’ve taken advantage of, and some small design changes make it seem like I’ve barely just begun.
I’m continually inspired and impressed by other food bloggers and it’s exhilarating to be part [...]

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lebanese hummus

May 19, 2009

As the weather finally warms up in New York City, my hankering for salads and easy dishes is revving up. Hummus is one of Olive’s comfort foods, which I’ve been allowed to make now that I know exactly how it’s supposed to taste. If you eat hummus on a regular basis, you’ll know that there [...]

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