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Did you know that I was a law student?Neither did I!But, yes, apparently I go to law school. In fact, I better go to bed: I have an 8:45 am class tomorrow.But it occurred to me that there must be some cross-over between my legal education and my interest in food. Certainly not just the…

Wow, Anthony Bourdain’s review of Masa on eGullet makes me want to hop on a plane to NYC tomorrow morning. At the risk of overquoting, I am going to post his entire review below because it’s just that good. [And for those that don’t know, Anthony Bourdain is an ultra famous food writer and host…

Tonight we go country as I conjure forth my favorite place to lunch, brunch and munch.Oh, and the part where I say “The pebby makes my bagel,” I am really trying to say “The lady makes my bagel.” Forgive that. I have a speech impediment.Download file

Look at this sauce:Is your mouth watering? It should be. This sauce is delicious. And you will make it.You will make this sauce because it is: (a) easy to make; (b) delicious; and (c) a great way to get started in the kitchen. I am speaking specifically to site readers who read my site as…

Today I had to feed my starter. It was a gross experience.First, I prepared the flour and water that I would add:Then I opened the lid. Feh! That thing smelled nast-ay!Nancy was all like: “Ok, feed the starter. Dump in the flour. Dump in the water. Stir with a rubber spatula.”Check. Check. Check.”Now stick your…

I love Springtime in Atlanta. It’s my favorite Spring anywhere. The whole world changes: the air is crisp, but warm. The trees are in bloom. Everything smells green and fresh. Unless of course you’re talking about the Dead Shrimp Trees.This is what I call the Dead Shrimp Tree. Beautiful, no? I love Dead Shrimp Trees.…

Today’s wade-through begins with a tour of New York cheesecakes from the New York Times. I really enjoyed the internet-only audio guide that showcases the seven best cheesecakes in the city.Click here, you won’t regret it. (The one I most want to try is the ricotta-marscapone cheese cake at Cesca).One more from the NYT: I…

It was so nice today to read all about the people reading my site. And thanks for your many compliments! Now whenever I post, I’ll at least know there are 31 charming people eager to hang on my every word. And as for the member of your family I most resemble, the correct answer is:…

I really have no idea how many people read my website on a regular basis. The Janet Jackson cupcake thing clutters my Sitemeter info to the point that the numbers don’t really tell me anything. Which is why I’d like to ask you a favor. If you read the site on a regular basis, can…

Today, Nancy instructs us to lift the lid off the starter and to smell it. Does it smell yeasty? Yes. “It smells like cheese,” offers Lauren. And notice the activity! All the bubbles…so many bubbles. I specially loaded this picture so you can click it for an ultra-large image. Be careful though: Monistat doesn’t work…