In which I bitch but there’s a recipe, so that almost makes it worth it. I hate electric stoves! While I’m certain they’re a vast improvement over wood stoves, they still suck. Suck, suck, suck. You cannot adjust your flame, so you have to remove your pan from the burner and wait — sometimes a […]
In which we invent a new cocktail. Gorgeous and I accidentally invented a brilliant drink. Behold! Bombay Ginger-Limetini Juice of 1 lime Juice of 1/2 lemon 1-1/2 shots vodka 1 shot simple syrup 1 slice fresh ginger Stir and serve in a tall glass over ice.
In which I fuss for awhile, but then there’s a recipe at the end so it might just be worth your time. We’re leaving on Thursday. I slept in this morning because there was no reason not to, and because I sleep a lot when I’m stressed out — it’s my preferred coping mechanism, and […]
In which we make a delicious drink, class. Do pay the closest attention. Lemondrop Martini Ingredients: juice of 2 lemons 3 oz. vodka 2 oz. simple syrup ice Procedure: 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. 3. Add lemon juice, vodka, and simple syrup. 4. Shake vigourously. 5. Strain into martini glasses rimmed with sugar, […]
In which I’m already planning dinner, and it’s not even lunchtime yet! I’ve decided to brave that irritating, roo-infested store they call Everybody’s after work so I can buy ingredients for miso and sushi. Because miso and sushi? Is what I’ve decided I want for dinner tonight. Mmm, sushi. Maybe they’ll have soybeans for edamame. […]
This recipe is based on the dish of the same name once served at Mondos, of Iowa City, Iowa, before it burned down. Portabella Capellini 3-4 T. butter 2 large portabella mushrooms, sliced 6 oz. button mushrooms, sliced 1 small bunch spinach, cleaned, destemmed, and torn or roughly chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/3 c. […]
This is what I made for dinner tonight. On the off chance you happen to need a chowder recipe, here one is! (I majored in literature so I can say shit like “here one is,” and you all immediately understand that I did it on purpose, for, like, effect.) Medium dice: 2 stalks celery 1/2 […]
