I muttered this question to myself as I clicked through reviews of nearby restaurants and markets in my little neighborhood of Fox Point, Providence. There are a lot of places boasting authentic Portuguese cuisine, along with bread and pastry or a wide variety of madeira. While I miss so much about living in Washington, D.C., Providence has surpassed my expectations related to food offerings. One of the greatest surprises has been getting to know Portuguese cuisine, and seeing how embedded this culture is within the area. Immigrants from Portugal heavily settled Fox Point at the beginning of the 20th century, drawn here for manufacturing and waterfront employment opportunities. I recently learned that thirty-two percent of residents claim Portuguese ancestry in our neighborhood.
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Exciting News!
After a lengthy hiatus, I’m picking up the pen (or keyboard) again to chronicle a new chapter in my life: culinary school. A food blog is the appropriate place to share this adventure, right?
At the end of August, I begin a course at Johnson & Wales University (JWU) to earn a BS in Sustainable Food Systems, with a foundation in the Culinary Arts. Continue reading “Exciting News!”
The Best Potato Salad for a Memorial Day Picnic
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer: grill-outs, picnics, and poolside lounging are all in order. Hopefully, there will be good enough weather to adequately celebrate! If you’re hosting or attending a potluck-style event for Memorial Day, here’s a recipe recommendation that is sure to please a crowd: Roasted Fingerling Potato Salad.
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ULTIMATE SHOWDOWN: What’s the Best Easter Candy?
SPOILER: It’s not Peeps.
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Ratatouille
It’s time for some word association! What produce comes to mind when you hear the word “summer”? Chances are, whatever you blurted out is included in this recipe for ratatouille, a fresh summer stew full of the most flavorful herbs and produce around.
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The Excellent Marketing of Aslin Beer Co.’s Master of Karate
The quickest way to inspire a cult following for your beer is to name it in reference to a pop culture benchmark, ideally with a cult following itself. Aslin Beer Co. of Herndon, Virginia recently released a pair of beers marketed in this way, and what’s even better is that the beer is phenomenal.
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Current Obsession: Raw Cheese
What is “raw” cheese? It’s mysterious! Delicious! *Slightly* illegal! You’d better sit down, cause you’re about to get some dairy knowledge.
Beer Me: Troeg’s Troegenator Doublebock
Doublebock beer, also called doppelbock beer, is a German brew that is hearty, malty and rich. Originally a literal meal-replacement for monks during fasting periods, it packs a lot of flavor in a bottle. If you are interested, or already a fan, I’ve got a recommendation in this style for you: Troeg’s Troegenator Doublebock.
The Best Small Appliances
What is the one kitchen appliance that you can’t live without? Not the big ones, like refrigerators or dishwashers, nor stoves or common items like microwaves. What about the smaller things that *ahem* would be nice little gifts for the holidays? Today we’ll talk about a few indispensable appliances that live in my kitchen, and I will have some brand recommendations if you’re looking to stock yours. The best part is that each of these kitchen appliances cost under $100.