Magic City Flavors & Destinations
Once upon a time, in a cozy kitchen filled with love and warmth, a humble dish of mashed potatoes was brought to life, inspired by the culinary wisdom of Nigel Slater. Our hero, a 2 lb (900 g) sack of floury potatoes, embarked on a transformative journey. They shed their earthy skins and were cut […]
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Departing from the bustling city of Miami, Yazzy was excited as she prepared for her first trip to the Grand Canyon with her two best friends, Jasmine and Trinity. They had decided to fly to Arizona to make the most of their limited time off from school. Yazzy felt a mix of nerves and excitement […]
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I was feeling a little low and was peckish – I yearned for a simple snack, a little pleasure. And on this particular day, I was keen to create a sandwich. I delighted in the harmony of flavors and textures from combining the most unassuming ingredients. This simple yet soul-satisfying delight would showcase the sublime […]
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Something quite magical about the sun-kissed shores of Miami draws you in, a promise of serenity and rejuvenation that you just cannot ignore. As my daughter Issa, with her ever-present sense of adventure, suggested a weekend getaway to the Miami Marriott Hotel in Biscayne Bay, I knew that we were in for a treat. I […]
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It would seem that if you write about food, take pictures and post that in a blog, and not many people are paying attention to what you are doing, then it is all is just a monumental waste of time. I do often ponder about the usefulness of this hobby of mine. Not only me […]
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These delicious cutlets are ready in no time. Choose your prefered meat and make sure it is thinly pounded with the back of a heavy frying pan or a mallet. Everybody likes these crunchy and golden slices of goodness. Prep-time is minimal and the kids will be especially happy it is dinnertime. Ingredients 4 pounded […]
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A quick “Bolognese” sauce to serve with any pasta. I have used spaghetti, orzo, linguini, ziti, gnocchi. I also use it as a filling for lasagna. The sauce is versatile and makes a quick weekday dinner when served with pasta and a fresh salad. This pasta dish is enjoyed by both kids and adults, and […]
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I was not introduced to instant ramen until I was in my early 20’s. As a pasta-lover, this new type of noodle was quite a discovery. As I got older, I started playing with ramen and adding all kinds of ingredients to the noodles and used them as sides or complete meals. Now, my chickens […]
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My friend, Miss Y., surprised me with an invitation to eat tacos at Auténtica Taqueria. It was exciting – the first restaurant I visited since the pandemic! We were short on time, so we only ordered two dishes – a chicken tostada and tacos, of course. Chicken Tostada A crispy tortilla topped with refried beans, […]
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Adopting a vegan diet for health purposes has crossed my mind on many occasions. I always said that if I was faced with some major health crisis, including cancer, I would not undergo chemotherapy or intensive medication- I would adopt a 100% plant-based whole food way of eating instead. Veganism is mainly an idea in […]
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These little green bundles that resemble baby cabbages have a contentious reputation – some love them, others cannot stand them. It seems that the secret to enjoying these little nuggets of goodness is in the preparation. They are full of nutrients and vitamins and are thought to be native to Belgium, specifically to an area […]
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Banana bread is one of those comforts foods that is easy to make. I never made it until recently, motivated by the nagging of my 17-year old who was so bored during the corona quarantine that she wanted to bake. I researched many recipes on YouTube and ended up with a combined version of Tessa […]
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I love food, and I love to cook. I also enjoy going to restaurants to try new dishes and to take pictures of the plates. My food is good, but it’s not attractive, so restaurants are an excellent place to take pretty pictures of the preparations. Bars and restaurants in Miami have been closed since […]
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The last time we went out before the COVID-19 situation got grave in Miami was on March 8th, to go to the Asian Culture Festival. I was hesitant to go, and now I am so glad we went – it was early, so not too many people, and the vast array of food available was […]
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