Delicious Dim Sum in London
A Dim Sum lunch and photos from Diwali on the Square in London, England
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- Favorite foods: noodles! tacos! cupcakes!
College Tours: Where to Eat Near Indiana University in Bloomington, IN
Sad to see what I consider to be the two best restaurants in Bloomington left off the list, Uptown and Samira. For my money, Uptown can't be beat. I've never had a bad meal there and the service is always great. Same with Samira, fantastic Afghan food. I'm obsessed with their complimentary garlicky eggplant and carrot appetizer, for dinner I love the cornish hen kabob and manto/aushak combination dumplings. And I'd take their lunch buffet over Siam House any day of the Week.
Speaking of 4th street, spot on with Little Tibet, one of my absolute faves. Mandalay and My Thai are also very worthy, serving Malaysian and (obvi) Thai, respectively. As for burgers - Nick's makes a great one, I also really like the steak and shake style burger at Trojan Horse (order a double).
FarmBloomington - spotty food and service, in my opinion. Go for the awesome garlic chili fries and a beer.
Portable Nut Butter Pouches
I love these, especially the honey almond and honey peanut flavors. Perfect on the go when you need a hit of protein. They've been around for a year or two though...
Win Pop Chart Lab's "Constitutions of Classic Cocktails" Poster
I'm in love with St. Germain.
Cook the Book: 'Bi-Rite Market's Eat Good Food'
My local co-op has some pretty tasty prepared foods and fantastic produce. And I just can't resist the house baked bread when it's still warm from the oven.
Cook the Book: 'Good Food to Share'
I think I'm going to be making some spiced coffee liquor, at least that's the plan!
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Zingerman's Praise the Lard Gift Box
As antipasto with yummy cheeses, olives, and bread.
Seriously Delicious Holiday Giveaway: Zingerman's Praise the Lard Gift Box
As is with some good bread and olives. Or in a quick pasta with peas and parmigiano reggiano!
Cook the Book: 'Serious Eats'
Brussel sprouts + bacon!
Cook the Book: Molto Batali
I love having 3-4 good friends over for dinner. For just few people I like trying new recipes, I don't feel so bad if things don't come out perfectly!
Cook the Book: 'The Food52 Cookbook'
Lemony chickpea and caper pasta. So quick and tasty.
Cook the Book: 'Cook this Now'
Bourdain, definitely. Though I think I'd be a little scared.
Cook the Book: 'Home Made'
Right now I'm addicted to refrigerator pickles. So little work, so much flavor.
Cook the Book: 'Latin Grilling'
Mmm, grilled corn, for sure!
Cook the Book: 'Super Natural Every Day'
My favorite quick meal lately is couscous and chickpeas with a simple vinaigrette. So easy and satisfying after a busy day.
Drink the Book: 'Jelly Shot Test Kitchen'
We made "bloody" cherry vodka jello shots for a Twilight themed drinking game. They were delicious. And I really did look bloody when I spilled on down my white shirt.
Cook the Book: 'Tender: A Cook and His Vegetable Patch'
No vegetable garden at the moment, as I live in a second floor apartment surrounded by parking lot. But some of my favorite childhood memories are of eating fresh peas straight off the plant in my dad's garden and helping my parents snap off stalks of asparagus from the field behind our house..
NCAA Final Four: Which Team Wins for Best Food Town?
OMG the Hollyhock. I used to go there with my Grandad all the time when I was younger. I loved the do-it-yourself sundaes for dessert (creme de menthe syrup, oh man.) I think I definitely need to re-visit as an adult.
Cook the Book: 'Italian Easy'
I'm addicted to Marcella Hazan's recipe for Tomato Sauce with Butter and Onion. It's not all that quick, but it's super easy, and so delicious!
Droolworthy S'mores at London's Ottolenghi
Don't miss the takeaway treats and gorgeous salads at on of the four Ottolenghi locations in London. Grab some food then head to nearby Kensington Gardens for a posh picnic.
Delicious Razor Clams in Barcelona
Incredibly fresh seafood from Kiosko Universal at Barcelona's la Boqueria. A feast of razor clams, langostines, squid, and gambas.
A few perfect bites - Chorizo Sandwich from Brindisa
Fantastic eats at Borough Market including a chorizo sandwich, ginormous scotch egg, and savory empanadas.
Langoustines at Cal Pep
A seafood feast in small plates at Cal Pep in Barcelona.
Oooey Gooey Double Cheeseburger
Burgers burgers burgers in Bloomington. Celebrating National Burger Day.
Huevos con chipirones & La Boqueria in Barcelona
The best thing I ate in Barcelona, huevos con chipirones. Plus the foodie wonderland that is La Boqueria.
Coffee and Pastry in Barcelona
Coffee and pasties for breakfast in Barcelona.
Lamb Sliders with Chimichurri and Carmelized Onions
Juicy little lamb burgers topped with a tangy chimichurri at the Rail.
Smoked Portuguese Linguica with Saffron Rouille
Smoked Portuguese Linguica with Saffron Rouille and Olive Manchego Cheese, another amazing gourmet sausage from Chicago's Hot Doug's.
Spinach Bacon Swiss Scramble
Spinach Scramble at Bloomington's Village Deli
Hot Doug's Ribeye Steak Sausage with Chimichurri & Fried Onions
Ribeye Steak Sausage with Chimichurri, Ardagh Wine Cheese and Crispy Fried Onions. Amazing gourmet sausages at Chicago's Hot Doug's!
The last of the tomatoes
Raw, roasted, in sauce. My summer of tomatoes.
Fresh Corn and Chickpea Salad
My take on Serious Eats' summer corn salad with honey-lime vinaigrette.
Gingery Chicken Dumplings
Tasty dumplings make a long, sweaty weekend so much better.
Swedish Waffles at Ann Sather
A weekend of brunches in Chicago. Eggs, waffles, and home fries galore at Yolk, Ann Sather, and Wishbone.
Tangy Shiitake Mushrooms with Garlic and Thyme
Plump shiitake mushrooms braised in a light, tangy broth. Flavored with garlic, sherry vinegar, and fresh thyme.
Slow Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad with Balsamic Glaze
Grape and cherry tomatoes turn sweet and deeply flavorful after slow roasting in a low oven. Tossed with fresh mozzarella, basil, and a balsamic glaze you have a beautiful summer salad.
Chocolate Moose Ice Cream
Ice cream cones and soft serve = chocolate overload and sticky fingers.
Sugar Snap Pea Pickles
Crisp, refreshing, and just barely sweet, these Sugar Snap Pea Pickles taste just like summer.
Housemade Chocolate Ice Cream and Chocolate Dipped Soft Serve
Summer time is ice cream time. Housemade chocolate ice cream and chocolate dipped soft serve cones.
Spiced Citrus Amaretto Peaches with Lemon Mascarpone
When it's too hot to turn on the oven these lightly spiced peaches are perfect atop creamy lemon infused mascarpone and a crunchy cinnamon sugar torta.
Lemon and Olive Oil Yogurt Cake with Blackberry Limoncello Sauce
Lemon brightens up this moist, elegant yogurt cake while the olive oil adds complex and earthy notes. Fresh blackberry sauce and creme fraiche balance it all out.
Spicy Garlic Roasted Broccoli with Lemon
Roasting turns broccoli crispy and sweet. Chili flakes add heat, Grana Padano cheese lends a salty bite, while lemon freshens it all up.
Pickled Strawberry Jam
Barely tart and plenty sweet, this recipe from Momofuku's Christina Tosi is perfect spooned over vanilla ice cream or slathered on hot biscuits.
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Oh and pizza - it's true there aren't many great options in Bloomington but I would add Max's Pizza to the list. No delivery, but good high quality ingredients, overall I like their pies better than Pizza X.