Archive for February, 2011
Monday Morning Espresso Shot Time: Photo of the Day
On my last trip to Italy a few months back, I spotted these really cute disposable espresso shot cup replicas. They reminded me of the times I used to take the Tirrenia ship between Sardinia and mainland Italy as the on board bar served the coffees in little white disposable cups. I think I will [...]
Guest/Easy Beef Roll
Please welcome our newest sensation/guest contributor, Ms. Antonia, Elikem. A talented and gorgeous creature who hails (currently) from Geneva, she offers up simple recipes for both the seasoned and not-so-seasoned cook. Welcome, Elikem!! Antonia Elikem, a Swiss-Ghanaian native is convinced she does not enjoying cooking. Although many find this hard to believe given her abilities [...]
5 Reasons to Keep Durham Dirty: TidBit of the Day
I’m going to have to brag here. This photo won a contest! 1. Durham, NC folks have pride. This local guy started great graphic design company/blog, Dirty Durham to promote and keep Durham “dirty.” He runs photo contests on his site, and this one won the first one! I promised I would show the other [...]
Tidbit of the Day: Le Parker Meridian’s Hidden Gem
Who knew that the NYC’s Le Parker Meridian’s hotel contained such a culinary gem? Upon entering the hotel’s lobby, you will run into a dramatic set of red, velvety, floor-to-ceiling curtains and THIS: Follow the sign and you will find this hamburger oasis, brimming with the most out-of-control burgers on the planet: Eat this. It’s [...]
Hara Hachi Bu: Homemade Pate
To follow up on ZomppaPatty’s tips for increased longevity, I echo reading The Blue Zones.There have only been a few books that changed my lifestyle and this is one of them. So I have some news to share. Big news. I am now a weekday vegetarian.* *Some exceptions: i.e. birthday meals at the Brazilian steakhouse, [...]
Photo of the Day: Confections, La Grande Epicerie Paris
Gorgeous display of candies at La Grande Epicerie Paris, France.
Changing the Way We Eat: TidBit of the Day
On February 12, TedX Manhattan held a session on “Changing the Way We Eat.” Some amazing speakers…it’s a bit long, put it on while you’re cleaning or cooking, it’s worth your time. Check out the site for more, but some highlights from Session 1: Watch live streaming video from tedx at livestream.com Importance of family [...]
Setting up your Foodie Blog on WordPress – Part 3, Plugins
This post is part 3 of a series of posts on Setting up your Foodie Blog on WordPress – please visit Part 1 & Part 2 for WordPress installation, theme selection and security & discussion settings instructions. Part 3 of my series will focus entirely on PLUGINS! There are thousands upon thousands of WordPress plug-ins and widgets [...]
