Archive for November, 2009

Get Healthy with Bento!

Friday, November 27th, 2009

My First Bento: Turkey Day Leftovers! Rice, Sausage Cranberry Stuffing, Yams, Brussel Sprouts, Cranberry Heart. What is bento?According to my Japanese dictionary, “bento” simply means “a packed [box] lunch.”  A traditional Japanese bento has rice, protein (tofu, egg, fish, or meat), and vegetables (pickled or cooked).  Overtime bento has evolved into an artform, using all [...]

Dainty and Delish: Shrimp Quiche Bites

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

Want to impress your friends with a dainty but delicious appetizer?  Treat your guests to these sophisticated but SIMPLE shrimp quiche bites.  The flaky crust, delicate shrimp, and cheesy top are sure to make your guests feel like royalty.  Surely that’s a successful start to any Thanksgiving meal. Sign me up!  What do I need?4 oz. [...]

Momofuku

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

by David Chang and Peter Meehan published 2009 If I had the big bucks, I would book a flight to New York City.Or I would endure the 4 hour Bolt-bus ride and go to 1st avenue and East 10th Street.Then I would step inside Noodle Bar and order the Momofuku ramen. Instead, I’m browsing in [...]

Coconut Crumbs

Blogging a trail through my experiences as a dietetic intern and nutrition graduate student. I plan to crack open the shell, dig out the meat, slurp the juice, and scatter the crumbs. Follow my trail as I munch my way through life!