Purple Cauliflower…Oh My!

Almost every child (and my younger self included) has tasted play-doh.  The question is why.   The smell is off-putting, though certainly unique.  Its consistency is absurd – crumbly yet soft – like cold mashed potatoes.  But I don’t recall it tasting buttery in any way.  Its vibrant color, on the other hand, makes it appealing…

PSA: Join a CSA!

As is typically the case when I’m about to go on vacation, life becomes incredibly busy.  Between the job that pays the bills and conquering my fear of scuba diving with Pan Aqua (2 nights down, 1 to go before I’ve completed the confined dives and am able to take the open water part!), I’m…

Dandelion Ravioli

After the snow melted, two inches of green sprouted from amidst the wood chips.  The first signs of daffodils appeared in Central Park.  A sure sign that warmer weather was on the way.  Sadly, the farmer’s market wasn’t yet at full capacity and continued to sell only kale.  But the grocery store offered a more…

Game Day Ideas

Just as with the “Homemades” and “Crabby Snacks” in Silver Linings Playbook, we all have our traditions for game day food.  (Note that these are NOT common fare for most Eagles fans.)  But when it’s Super Bowl Sunday and your team isn’t playing, everything changes.  Instead of sulking, use it as an opportunity to serve…