Here I am again borrowing an amazing idea from people I admire. I made this fried chicken the other day following this method and after eating this, my children were rolling on the floor from pure pleasure and satisfaction. So was I. This is a splendid chicken recipe that makes two dishes at once: fried... Continue Reading →
The first time I dined here, years ago, I was flabbergasted by the clean, crisp and sparkling flavors of the food. I had to return just to see if this was still my favorite restaurant in Miami. The décor was still modern and stripped of any unnecessary adornment, just a perfect balance of color... Continue Reading →
Feeding A Teenager
Being a teenager is not easy, being the mother of one is harder still. Mood swings, rudeness and rebelliousness are one thing, but what to feed them to keep them healthy? My daughter has a good appetite but lately she has become very picky: she even announced that to me with a certain pride in... Continue Reading →
Experience Two Chefs Restaurant in Pinecrest, Miami
Two Chefs is a restaurant that promises to deliver clean and exciting dishes made with ingredients that charm the palette. It has been around since 1994 and offers a menu that changes weekly. My dining companion was Miss G. who always lends her well-honed taste buds and opinions. Upon entering, the decor was chic without... Continue Reading →
Women Need Chocolate
I have heard this many times, even my Mother says so. Chocolate seems to soothe so many cravings and the sense of comfort a bite of this confection brings can also lead to our unraveling. Many studies have been conducted affirming the benefits of munching chocolate for females. Among them are: Decreases the risk of... Continue Reading →
A Simple Salad with a Mustardy Dressing
Salads are good for you but they can be boring sometimes. Here is a way to enhance the flavors with a dressing that will not defeat the purpose of eating salad in the first place. For the Salad Assorted leafy greens and chopped lettuce Tomato wedges Sliced mushrooms, raw Black pepper For the... Continue Reading →
Remembering a Mixed Seafood Moqueca
I could not sleep well last night. I woke up from a dream about one of the last times I had lunch with a friend, Chris Carvel, who is no longer here. We had Moqueca Mista. The memories of this meal still linger. I remember that is was a cool afternoon and he agreed... Continue Reading →
Boiled Edamame
Edamame are green soybeans. The pods are boiled or steamed and served with salt. It is a great snack or side dish and my kids love them. Ingredients 1 lb fresh edamame in pods, or frozen edamame in pods 2 Tbsp and more sea salt (The desirable amount of salt vary, depending on the amount... Continue Reading →
Food Moments I Remember
When I take a picture of a plate of food it also means that I will never forget the people that were with me, the conversation we had nor the laughter or tears shared together while eating a good or horrible meal. "One of the very nicest things about life is the way we must... Continue Reading →
