Archive for May, 2010
Udder Chaos
Before I moved down south, I was living in the Big Apple. Loved Manhattan, loved the food. But as I proudly purchased my fruit at the little farmer’s market across the street from me on Central Park West on Saturdays, I quickly realized how little I knew how food is grown, or how to be [...]
Photo of the Day: Favorite Perspective
My favorite perspective – whilst elegantly drinking a martini. (sigh) The good life.
Pasta, Pesto, Please
Let’s face it, who doesn’t like fresh homemade pesto? It is one of the easiest and tastiest sauces out there. Having grown up in the Mediterranean, pesto was always a steady staple in my diet and one of my favorites from an early age. Pesto sauce originates from Genoa in the Liguria region of Italy. [...]
Demons, Food and Allergies
When I was preggers with my first child, I cast my inner eye upon my heart and talked to God about all my hopes and worries. I prayed for a healthy child who would embrace life with a curious mind and a loving heart. But, I did not realize that I should also pray for [...]
Photo of the Day: Cheese-in-Waiting
Parmagiano-Reggiano…the real deal…waiting patiently with its companion, Sopressata, to be eaten.
Guest/Mrs. Q: School Lunches and Why They Matter
A big THANK YOU to our guest contributor, Mrs. Q, not only for her insightful post, but for taking on a challenge few of us are brave enough to do and raising awareness of this all too urgent crisis. Follow Mrs. Q on her eye-opening blog. My name is Mrs. Q and I’m an educator in [...]
Happy Birthday to new blogs, babies, and beginnings
One year ago, Zomppa was born. Since then, we have had the honor of sharing with you our thoughts and views on food, recipes, travels, musings. Most importantly, we have met and gained a lot of wonderful foodie-friends! So thank YOU for your encouragement, support and friendship. To learn a bit more about us, check [...]
Photo of the Day: Sumac Market
Guest photographer Cambria buying sumac at the market in RAK (Ras al-Khaimah), UAE (not Dubai!)
