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Why Yes, Those Are Fries in My Baguette
A few months ago I went to a local gourmet takeout restaurant and ordered a merguez frite sandwich. From the first bite, I adored and craved more of it. There were so many things to love: the unusual crimson color of the sausage, its sweet and savory scents, and the crunch of the fries.... »
Breaking the Rules
There are some things that are just more enjoyable because they seem transgressive like that extra piece of candy you snuck as a kid when your parents weren’t looking. For me, I often can’t resist toeing the line a bit when it comes to eating. When I’m stuffed full of delicious food at an... »
An Unorthodox Summer Drink
Admittedly it is a little unorthodox and taboo considering the timing. However, this is my first summer in the bay area. It is my first summer where I have worn wool sweaters August and missed the fireworks on the fourth because it was too foggy to see. I always carry a scarf and coat... »
Sparkling Wine Seminar: Being a Nerd Was Never So Delicious
This year the Dry Creek Kitchen Restaurant in Healdsburg (owned by Charlie Palmer) is hosting a wine series through the fall where winemakers of local wineries come in, teach about their wine while the ‘students’ taste, and this is all followed by a meal in the restaurant. Now, I have always love school, but... »
Cheese Board Pizza
There are a few places you can go in Berkeley where there is a line out the door and down the street to get food. Other than Ici Ice Cream on College avenue (I have waited here and it is not as good as the often line- free Tara’s Organic, but I digress), I... »
Cafe Chez Panisse
In 1972 Alice Waters started Chez Panisse in Berkeley based on the concept of cooking only with locally grown or raised ingredients that are in season. That idea is stronger today and Chez Panisse has become not only an institution in Berkeley, but one of the world’s most famous restaurants. After living in the Bay... »
I Say Tomato, You Say Krispy Kreme Burger?
My best friend Brett and i get along well. Really well. However, when it comes to food we’re pretty different. You know that guy on Man vs. Food on the Travel Channel? That’s pretty much how Brett eats minus the extremely spicy food challenges. I eat a few chicken fingers and some fries at... »
Anaba Winery
Living in California has its perks: no snow or ice, lots of sun, blooming trees in February, and wine tasting. This past weekend I went to Anaba winery in Sonoma, CA. I was first introduced to Anaba wines when one was paired with a course I was having at the Dry Creek Kitchen (an... »
My New Berkeley Favorite
So I have a new obsession in Berkeley: Tara’s Organic Ice Cream. I have been there three times within the first week I discovered it, which is really a lot for someone who is lactose intolerant. There is just so much I love about the place from the unique flavors like avocado (I’m dying... »
You’re Eating What?!- Ecuadorian Mango
I like mangoes but I did not enjoy the banana yellow ecuadorian mango I just ate. It did not taste completely different from other mangoes I’ve had, the texture was the same, but it also had a piney taste to it I did not care for. The next time I walk past the golden... »