Author Archives: Carol

The Sweetness of First Dates

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Carol

Himself and I pedaled to the Studio City Farmers’ Market this past weekend, and in addition to the fresh produce we had in mind to buy, we stocked up on dates for the biking energy they afford. These dates are … Continue reading →

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Confetti Spaghetti: It’s a Party on a Plate!

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Carol

This recipe makes enough for two, so it’s easy to multiply, depending on how many souls are at your table, or how hungry you are. Here’s how I do it: Confetti Spaghetti 8 oz. dried pasta (linguine) or one handful … Continue reading →

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Fresh Mussels for Lunch

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Carol

….well, it wasn’t OUR lunch, but we discovered this starfish chowing down on a mussel recently while we were playing amongst the rocks at Newport Beach… Essentially, Mr. Starfish has a firm grip on Mr. Mussel and pulls his shell … Continue reading →

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Playing Hard-to-Get: Disagreeable but Delicious

Posted on August 6, 2011 by Carol

Until quite recently, say the last century or less, humankind has had to get by on whatever food was close at hand and not moving too fast or putting up too much of a fight. None of this modern-day popping … Continue reading →

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A Taste of NOLA in LA

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Carol

I have to believe I’m forgiven for playing hooky from church when there’s soul food involved. And jazz. So on Sunday I went for champagne brunch to NOLA’s A Taste of New Orleans, wedged in between Los Angeles’s downtown neighborhoods … Continue reading →

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