Monthly Archives: May 2012

Spring Sunday Supper – Ricotta Frittata

Posted on May 7, 2012 by floricooks

It’s quarter to 7 and I have not been able to bring myself to go in the house, and really, why should I? The 2 year old (who just last week was a fussy baby being pushed up and down … Continue reading →

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The Capital Steps

Posted on May 6, 2012 by floricooks

Thanks to my friend Deb I got to see the spring 2012 Capital Steps show last night at Caltech. It’s as much a surprise to me as to others who know me that I’ve never seen them live before. Being … Continue reading →

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I’ll see your Mark Bittman and raise you 2 eggs

Posted on May 4, 2012 by floricooks

So, my brother called while I was on the way to the farmers market and asked if I thought he could use red snapper in a recipe that called for skate. The conversation wandered to the Bittman recipe for broiled … Continue reading →

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My First Kugel

Posted on May 3, 2012 by floricooks

Technically not. I’ve been making carrot kugel for years. My friend Deb was having a BBQ and when I asked what she wanted me to make she gave what I thought was the unlikeliest answer for a Scandinavian Goddess. She … Continue reading →

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Sometimes simple is BEST

Posted on May 2, 2012 by floricooks

No photo needed. A roasted chicken seasoned with only salt and pepper with a side of cavolo nero kale (which is SO in season right now) sauteed with garlic in good olive oil. Glass of red wine. It’s all good. … Continue reading →

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