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Peppers

Tomatoes, Eggs and Sweet Habaneros

August 18, 2010
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I can’t stop eating tomatoes. Really. I can’t. Maybe you’ve figured that out since they’ve been featured in my last three posts. But this time of year, tomatoes taste like tomatoes. A tangy punch, a juicy crunch, and an aroma that is just as sweet as a peach. So now I’m having tomatoes for breakfast, [...]

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Pimientos de Padrón and Life Decisions

July 29, 2009
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These past few weeks have been uncharacteristically tumultuous. Trying to define the success of my blog, dealing with a day job, letting go of my New York frame of mind and attempting to embrace life in California – these all weighed heavily on my shoulders. Funny how a phone call from a missed friend can [...]

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Summer BBQ Recipes

June 21, 2009

Grab your tongs and a few hunks of meat. It’s summer and time to grill. People love barbecues. But next time you host a cookout, do your guests and their arteries a favor by skipping dried-out burgers and nitrate-laden dogs. Opt instead for fresh vegetables, high-quality meats and homemade salads, sans the mayo. No-knead bread [...]

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Halibut Diablo with Ancho-Corn Tortillas

April 24, 2009

Since moving to the west coast, I have been trying to learn as much as I can about California cuisine. While I knew I’d be eating a lot of organic, local produce, I was already doing that in New York, and wasn’t quite clear on how my diet would be changing. The most obvious difference [...]

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