Last Meals of 2011: Renzo’s, Calypso, Villagio’s
It is a new year, but I haven’t forgotten the restaurants I visited as 2011 came to a close. The last couple weeks of the year were spent at a few new places in the area. Each of these dinners was a celebration of some sort and all very well-deserving of a good meal. Let’s […]
New Year’s Resolutions, Foodie-Style
2011 was a good one for me in many ways. It sparked a fire that led me to make a big move in my life, which also led me to find a new interest that I’m really enjoying. I have always been a fan of dining out and trying new restaurants, but since I moved […]
“Jewish Weapons of Mass Destruction”
My dad sent me this; I don’t know who wrote it, but it’s pretty funny so I had to share. People always ask me what the quintessential “Jewish” foods are. Well, here ya go! Jewish Weapons of Mass Destruction Latkes: A pancake-like structure, not to be confused with anything a first-class health restaurant would put out. In […]
On the 8th Day of Hanukkah
For the last day of Hanukkah, I wanted to show off some of the holiday fare my family and friends were generous enough to share with me. My mom put together a delicious spread to celebrate the end of the holiday. A combination of fruit, potato latkes and her take on a Western-style Omelette completed […]
On the 7th Day of Hanukkah…
The holidays are always filled with lots of food. People break out their “fat pants” and flowy dresses so they can indulge a bit more without feeling those tight waistbands. But fear not! Here is a delicious dessert that won’t break the scale, but will still satisfy your sweet tooth. Thank you, Skinnytaste, for for […]
On the 6th day of Hanukkah…
Merry Christmas, foodies! If you’re like me and my family, you will be spending today eating Chinese food or some other kind of Asian cuisine, and going to the movies. This is the stereotypical day for a Jewish family that isn’t joining in on any Christmas celebrations. So in honor of this tradition, I made […]
On the 5th Day of Hanukkah…
Just because I live in Florida and the temperature hasn’t dipped below 70 yet doesn’t mean I don’t associate the holidays with a little frostbite and snowfall. Winters in New Jersey over the past couple years have not been fun; there was more snow than I care to recall and the thermometer boasted single-digit numbers […]
On the 4th Day of Hanukkah…
One of the most popular Hanukkah food is the latke, a fried pancake made with potato, flour and egg with onion or garlic for flavoring. Latkes are often eaten with applesauce or sour cream. No one makes a better latke than my dad. Made with grated potatoes and onions, his latkes are super thin and […]
On the 3rd Day of Hanukkah…
Happy 3rd night of Hanukkah! Here’s a twist on another delicious Jewish dish: Mini Sweet Potato Knishes! The traditional knish is baked or fried dough filled with potato, a meat mixture, kasha (buckwheat) or cheese. Other versions of this appetizer have fillings made of fruit, spinach, and even tuna fish. I decided to change up […]
On the 2nd Day of Hanukkah…
Day number two brings you another sweet holiday treat: peppermint bark. Around this time of year, every store you walk into carries various kinds of peppermint bark. It’s easy to go and buy these delicious chocolate candies, but it’s so much more fun to make on your own! It’s very simple, too. All you need […]
