I *heart* Miami Spice

admin | September 27, 2008

Florida is nicknamed the Sunshine State, but it is also hurricane central. Hurricane season begins in July and ends in November. The months of August and September are the worst. The only reason I look forward to the hottest, most humid month on the planet is Miami Spice. It’s like Restaurant […]

Magic* North African Carrot Salad Recipe

admin | September 26, 2008

Healthy and flavorful, this North African inspired carrot salad recipe is very budget friendly. You’ll find this an excellent choice for picnics and barbecues, since it contains no egg or dairy which can quickly spoil.
6 cups carrots, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 […]

Snickerdoodles

admin | September 25, 2008

Whenever I mention the word ’snickerdoodle’ to my friends in Europe, they think I must be talking about some rare breed of dog, or an exotic flower. So, either it’s just an American thing, or possibly something specific to my family…
In any case, snickerdoodles are delicious cookies that go over especially well with kids! Their […]

FDA Says High fructose Corn Syrup is not Natural

admin | September 24, 2008

From nutraingredients:
“Products containing high fructose corn syrup cannot be considered ‘natural’ and should not be labeled as such, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has said.
The decision is likely to cause a massive stir in the food and beverage industry, where a discreet battle has been raging over the status of the controversial sweetener.
High […]

Summer Salad Mania!

admin | September 22, 2008

I’ve been making bunches of salads so that we don’t have to keep cooking in this deadly heat. I wrote the recipes for these three delicious yumminesses up. They’re so lovely and tasty and light and you only have to heat up the kitchen once.
Summer Salad Mania (PDF) contains Summer Noodle […]

Amazon Herbs Save Lives

admin | September 20, 2008

The Amazon rainforest is situated in South America and is known to be the largest of its kind covering over seven million square kilometers in size. In the Amazon rainforest you can find a variety of herbs, fruits and vegetables that have not been heard of or ever seen by mankind. However, there are also […]

Jumpstart Your Flat Belly Diet with Sassy Water

admin | September 18, 2008

Sassy Water: great name, great taste, great way to get results fast with the Flat Belly Diet!

You know the diet - it’s taking the world by storm. But did you know about Sassy Water, which you drink during the 4 day “jumpstart” of your dieting journey? It’s a great blend of lemon, ginger, cucumber & […]

The Dirtiest Drink Ever

admin | September 16, 2008

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Minty iced soy yerba matte latte–try saying that five times in a row! It’s quite a tongue twister, and a tongue pleaser! I gotta admit it tastes a little dirty–literally, it tastes a bit like dirt–but in the best possible way. It’s creamy yet earthy, a […]

500 Chinese Recipes: Fabulous Dishes From China And Classic Influential Recipes From The Surrounding Region, Including Korea, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, And Japan (500…)

admin | September 15, 2008

500 illustrated recipes include meals to suit every appetite and occasion, from lightly-spiced snacks and finger food to sweet-sour main course dishes, plus a delicious array of vegetarian options and desserts.
Author: Jenni Fleetwood
Hardcover:
256 pages

Company: Lorenz Books
(2007-10-25)

ISBN: 0754817148
List Price: $29.99Amazon Price: $17.49
Used Price: $19.30
Click […]

Whole Fish - Authentic Moroccan Cooking

admin | September 15, 2008

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Morocco has access to such abundant resources of fresh fish, so one will find many authentic Moroccan recipes using a whole fish.
Tonight my oven is the host of one such whole fish recipe. While what I am making is not exactly an authentic recipe it […]